Tests before launching commercial flying taxi services in the UAE and the region
Archer Aviation announced the successful test flight of its Midnight electric vertical takeoff (VTOL) in Abu Dhabi, a significant step that supports the company's plans to expand...
During the Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit 2025, the Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre unveiled the “Capital Projects Roadmap” during the second day of the summit.
The Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (ADPIC) unveiled the "Capital Projects Roadmap 2025-2029,"...
The inaugural edition of the Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit (ADIS 2025) kicked off yesterday under the theme “Future Cities: Reimagining Infrastructure for Better Lives,” with an ambitious agenda to reshape urban development.
The first day of the Abu Dhabi Infrastructure...
Abu Dhabi: Most public and private schools have begun strictly enforcing the ban on bringing mobile phones and smartwatches onto school premises.
Both public and private schools in Abu Dhabi have issued warnings to students not to bring mobile phones...
Abu Dhabi: The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has outlined the specific conditions under which domestic worker recruitment offices in the UAE are required to issue full or partial refunds to employers.
MoHRE announced on its social media...
Abu Dhabi will deploy face-recognition technology across all hotels for the safety of the visitors, residents and employees. The new system will “enhance guest verification processes,” and “simplify procedures and significantly reduce check-in time.”
The facial recognition system captures and...
Abu Dhabi on Monday announced the removal of the 120km/h minimum speed limit on Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Road, a key motorway connecting the capital with Dubai.
Abu Dhabi Mobility, the emirate’s transport authority, said the decision aims to enhance...
Abu Dhabi: In its latest update on its official website, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) confirmed that the Wage Protection System (WPS) for domestic workers is the official electronic system adopted by the Ministry.
It enables employers...
Abu Dhabi: The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization (MOHRE) has called on private sector companies to enroll in the Voluntary Savings Scheme, an alternative to the traditional end-of-service gratuity system.
The initiative offers significant benefits to participating companies by...
Abu Dhabi will be the first city in the region to operate US-based Archer Aviation’s ‘Midnight’ flying taxi in the region, it was announced on Thursday.
ADA signed a deal with the US-based electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) manufacturer...
The sixth Gulf cyber exercise took place in Bahrain, bringing together cybersecurity experts from five GCC countries. Leaders highlighted the importance of coordinated training and skill development.
Rohit Sharma surprised a live audience by using Malayalam on his “Family Full House” program, naming Sanju Samson as his favourite “Chetta.” The exchange sparked applause as the duo prepares for the ongoing ODI series in New Zealand.
Dubai recorded the highest number of $10 million‑plus property transactions in Q3 2026, though sales dropped 34% from the prior quarter. Hong Kong surpassed Dubai in aggregate value, marking its first lead since Q2 2022.
Dr Pradeep Singh Rajpurohit, the newly appointed Indian Ambassador to Bahrain, was received by Bahrain Navakerala leaders. The talks centered on the welfare of the Indian community and ongoing support projects.
The General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai has been awarded a 7‑star rating by the Global Innovation Institute for its future‑shaping initiatives. Highlights include a 3.4‑second “Red Carpet” immigration process and an AI‑driven Future Radar system.
