Laws in the country list out obligations of the recruitment agencies, employers, and rights of employees; not complying with these laws carry hefty penalties …
Dubai tailoring house Suited & Booted to open ‘world’s largest’ bespoke flagship showroom
The scale and range of facilities is a major step up for a business that began with a rental car and a measuring tape less than a decade ago …
Dubai court dismisses bid to challenge $500,000 crypto transfer receipt as forged
Dubai Civil Court dismisses bid to contest $500,000 crypto transfer receipt as forged, ruling documents were already used in a criminal case and should have been challenged during those proceedings …
UAE pardons Egyptian dissident-poet al-Qaradawi facing 10 years in prison
Egyptian activist Abdul Rahman al-Qaradawi was held due to an arrest warrant by the Arab Interior Ministers Council.
UAE bans unapproved digital learning tools in government schools
UAE government schools may only use MoE-approved digital learning tools. Free apps need Curriculum and Assessment Sector review. Same-year policy adds four-level grade checks.
Is ₹5 crore enough for a UAE Golden Visa? What Indians need to know about eligibility rules and benefits
A ₹5 crore investment may enable Indian investors to obtain a UAE Golden Visa, but residency requires meeting specific conditions.
UAE releases list of 19 occupations falling under domestic worker category
UAE’s official government platform has released a list of 19 occupations that fall under the domestic workers category. In the Emirates, authorities constantly urge the public to recruit domestic …
Back from vacation abroad? Readjusting to UAE road rules a priority, says expert
Fatigue, heavy luggage, and adjusting to roads in the UAE can make the drive home challenging, with one expert warning that leaving the plane is not the end of the journey …
UAE president pardons son of Muslim Brotherhood’s late spiritual leader
Abdul Rahman al-Qaradawi was extradited from Lebanon to UAE and sentenced to 10 years in jail for activities that ‘undermine public security’ The post UAE president pardons son of Muslim Brotherhood’s …
Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve safeguards biodiversity, natural heritage: Report
The Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve (DDCR) is an advanced model for protecting desert ecosystems and preserving biodiversity in the UAE, spanning 225 …
Dubai driving licence cost 2026: Fees, training and what applicants pay
If you fail the driving test, you must take 4 extra hours of practical training and pay $54 (AED200) to redo the test. Retraining and retesting can drive up the budget for Dubai driving licence costs.
UAE real estate market demonstrates resilience and strength in 2026
The UAE’s real estate sector is showing little sign of slowing down in 2026, with strong transaction activity, rising foreign investment and sustained demand reinforcing its position as one of the …
UAE lists 5 categories of foreigners who may not face one-year work ban
UAE identifies five foreign worker categories exempt from a one-year ban for work abandonment, including Golden Visa holders and high-demand professionals.
UAE working mothers: Five parliamentary recommendations that could change how you balance work and family life
Discover five UAE parliamentary proposals for 2026 to support working mothers, including 98-day maternity leave, flexible and remote work rules, mandatory workplace nurseries, grievance processes, and …
UAE, Türkiye discuss regional developments, de-escalation efforts
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a phone call on Friday with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan to discuss …
Dubai is building a new route to bypass the Strait of Hormuz
Dubai’s economy relies heavily on Jebel Ali, one of the world’s largest container ports, which connects Dubai to factories in Asia, customers in Europe, and global supply chains. All ships entering or …
UAE reveals 5 categories of foreigners who may avoid one-year ban after work complaint
The UAE government has announced five categories of workers who may be exempt from the one-year work ban linked to a proven work abandonment complaint.