Ministry also studying nationwide microgrid policies; senior official says AI could transform government operations within a year …
Dubai big update: Planning to shift to Dubayy? City introduces Flexi Rent Plan with monthly, quarterly payment options
Dubai Flexi Rent Plan: In a major relief for people planning to move to Dubai and existing residents, Dubai Land Department (DLD) has introduced Flexi Rent scheme. The scheme allows tenants to choose …
UAE launches first passenger rail service, cutting Abu Dhabi-Fujairah travel time to 105 minutesPublished on: June 23, 2026 3:30 PM
Dubai, June 23 — The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has officially launched its first passenger rail service, marking a major milestone in the country’s transport infrastructure and inter-emirate …
Abu Dhabi’s MGX Raises About $50 Billion to Accelerate AI Deals
Abu Dhabi’s MGX has raised close to $50 billion from regional and global investors to accelerate spending on artificial intelligence infrastructure and technology, according to people familiar with …
Abu Dhabi Police warn residents of fake chalet, farmhouse rental offers
Abu Dhabi Police has warned residents and visitors against falling for fake accounts on social media or text messages advertising attractive rental offers for farmhouses and chalets. As part of its …
BRICS NSA meet: Iran accuses UAE of facilitating strikes on Tehran
Taking to X, the Iranian Embassy in India said that Ghadir Nezamipour, Deputy Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, rebutted the Emirati delegation during the high-level security …
Iran accuses UAE of aiding US, Israel strikes at BRICS NSA meeting
At the BRICS NSA meeting in New Delhi, Iran accused the UAE of aiding US and Israeli military strikes against it. Iranian official Ghadir Nezamipour claimed the UAE allowed its territory to be used …
UAE expresses solidarity with Qatar after Ras Laffan LNG plant explosion kills 13
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed support for the Qatari government and its people following the unfortunate incident and wished a speedy recovery for the injured …
Dubai launches flexible rent scheme making payments more manageable
The Dubai Land Department’s “Flexi Rents” scheme will help tenants manage housing costs, provide grace periods and also introduce monthly rent options.
Sharjah issues new drone law: Here’s what residents and operators need to know
The legislation establishes a comprehensive framework governing the operation, use and management of drones across the emirate …
Abu Dhabi and Dubai to get first direct flights from India’s north-east
New routes from Guwahati in Assam to open direct link to UAE, ending need to transit through Delhi and Kolkata …
Air India to launch direct Guwahati-Dubai, Abu Dhabi flights from Aug.4, says Assam CM
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday announced that Air India will commence direct flights from Guwahati to Dubai and Abu Dhabi from August …
Abu Dhabi’s FAB prices $750mln T2 capital securities
First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC (FAB) saw its latest debt raise draw a tight spread on the back of investor demand, raising $750 million for its benchmark-sized Reg S Tier 2 capital sec …
India, UAE in initial talks for BrahMos, Akashteer deals, say sources
The UAE currently fields the MGM-168 ATACMS ballistic missile with a 300 km range, along with THAAD and Patriot air defence systems.
Luxury hotel in Dubai in flames after rocket attack
In the midst of the escalation between the USA, Israel and Iran, tensions reach as far as Dubai. A luxury hotel on the artificial island of Palm Jumeirah is on fire. Eyewitnesses report an explosion – …
Dubai influencers no longer know what they are allowed to say
While rockets hit Dubai, influencers post videos in which they emphasize their loyalty to the regime. Critical words are hard to find – for good reason: in the Emirates, social media posts can quickly …
UAE firms face June 30 deadline to meet Emiratisation goals
Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has reiterated that private sector companies employing 50 or more workers must meet their Emiratisation targets for the first …