The UAE has established the National Anti-Narcotics Authority under a federal decree issued by President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Sheikh Zayed bin Hamad bin Hamdan Al Nahyan has been …
UAE’s new National Anti-Narcotics Authority: What you need to know
The new independent body, reporting directly to the UAE Cabinet, replaces the General Department of Anti-Narcotics at the Ministry of Interior …
UAE: Dubai closes in on top-three global tourism rank with 9.88 million visitors in first half of 2025
Dubai saw a remarkable 9.88 million international visitors in the first half of 2025, marking a 6% increase from the previous year. This surge is fueled by excellent air connectivity, thriving hotels, …
Dubai traffic control: RTA opens 800-metre tunnel on Umm Suqeim Street
The project forms part of RTA’s ongoing efforts to upgrade road infrastructure in line with Dubai’s sustained urban and population growth, while enhancing traffic flow. Dubai traffic control: RTA …
Where to eat in Dubai this week
A new week means new menus, and some of Dubai’s best restaurants are keeping things interesting. From business lunches to supper clubs, these are five of the best restaurants in Dubai to check out …
Knight Frank: Annual residential price growth tops 17% in Abu Dhabi
Over the long term, villas are the standout for value growth. Prices registered a 3.4% quarter-on-quarter rise in Q2, reaching AED 1,103 per sqft, representing a 42.3% uplift since Q1 2020. Villas on …
Dubai real estate market hits second-best month on sales record with AED 65bn in July
AED 65 billion were completed in July, a 24.9 percent year-on-year increase in volume and a 29.5 percent jump in value …
Digital Dubai Launches World’s First AI-Powered Emirati Family
In a groundbreaking move to humanize digital services and strengthen cultural identity, Digital Dubai has unveiled the world’s first virtual AI-powered Emirati family. This initiative marks a …
Buying Dubai property with credit cards? Why many Indians are now in trouble
Several homebuyers either clicked on payment links shared by Dubai-based builders or swiped their credit cards during their visits to the UAE. It felt hassle-free, no paperwork, no visits to the bank.
Dubai taps Crypto.com to enable crypto payments for govt services – MSN
The government of Dubai has signed an agreement with crypto exchange Crypto.com to launch crypto payments for government services. The agreement, formalized during the Dubai fintech Summit on May …
India’s IOC buys 7 mn barrels US, Abu Dhabi crude amid Russian oil decline
India’s top refiner IOC buys 7 million barrels of crude from US, Canada and Abu Dhabi via tender, as Russian oil imports pause due to narrowing discounts and rising sanctions …
Abu Dhabi sees growth in non-oil foreign trade in the first half of 2025
The breakdown tells an equally compelling story. Non‑oil exports jumped 64 per cent to AED 78.5 billion (from AED 47.9 billion), imports increased 15 per cent to AED 80 billion, and re‑exports climbed …
Dubai welcomes 9.88 million international visitors in the first half of 2025
Dubai’s evolving destination offering, driven by impactful public-private partnerships and amplified through a robust global marketing strategy, resulted in the city welcoming 9.88 million internation …
UAE-Based Lulu Retail Gets Set For IPO In Abu Dhabi – MSN
UAE-based Lulu Retail Holdings PLC (Lulu Retail) has announced an initial public offering (IPO) that will see it list its shares on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX). Lulu Retail, a major …
The Family Office concludes exclusive Investment Forum in Dubai, showcasing Institutional Wealth strategies for Investors
The Family Office, a leading provider of wealth management and advisory services in the GCC, recently hosted an exclusive investment event in Dubai, bringing together select investors and global …
Sharjah International Marine Sports Club engages 400 youth in summer activities
The Sharjah International Marine Sports Club, in cooperation with the Sharjah Sports Council (SSC), the Ministry of Sports, the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), and Sharjah …
IHC, RIQ form 10-year alliance, positions Abu Dhabi as key reinsurance hub
RIQ, which was launched earlier this year in Abu Dhabi by IHC in partnership with BlackRock and Lunate, will provide a full suite of reinsurance solutions to IHC and its group companies. The platform …