Thursday, April 30, 2026

Education

NORCA invites applications for new OET and IELTS courses; Deadline is April 27

Thiruvananthapuram: Applications are invited for the new OET, IELTS (OFFLINE/ONLINE) German A1, A2, B1 (OFFLINE) courses at the Thiruvananthapuram and Kozhikode centers of the state government institution Norka Institute of Foreign Languages ​​(NIFL). Interested candidates can visit the website www.nifl.norkaroots.org...

Private schools in Dubai and Sharjah extended distance learning

Sharjah: Sharjah Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management has instructed all private schools in Sharjah to continue distance learning on Monday, April 22. Distance learning has been extended in the wake of rain in the UAE. Also Read: Job opportunity for Malayalis...

Schools will remain closed on April 16 due to rain in Oman

Muscat: Due to the ongoing unstable weather in Oman, schools in the country will be closed on April 16. However, this decision does not apply to Dhofar and Al Wusta governorates. The death toll rose to 12 due to...

Makkah Education announces summer school timings for all academic levels

The Education Department stressed the need for students to adhere to attendance from the first day. Today, summer work activities began for all Makkah schools, Morning and evening classes, for all levels of study for boys and girls, for the...

Oman declares holiday on Monday for educational institutions

Muscat: The Ministry of Education has announced a holiday for schools in five governorates of Oman due to continued heavy rains. The holiday is in Muscat, North Al Sharqiya, South Al Sharqiya, Al Dakhiliya and Al Dahira governorates where...

Dubai’s 15 Most Affordable Schools with Annual Tuition Fees Below Dh14,000

Considering transferring your child to a less expensive school? This list, compiled from KHDA's fact sheets, might be useful. As Dubai private schools get approval to raise tuition fees, many parents are looking for more budget-friendly options among the city's...

Dubai schools record full attendance on first day of Ramadan

This encouraging attendance shows how dedicated students and teachers are to upholding academic schedules while honoring their religious commitments. Due to altered Ramadan schedules, traffic congestion was seen near certain schools; nevertheless, preventative measures, such as the use of traffic...

Ashghal and Urbacon sign contract to construct 14 schools in Qatar

Fourteen schools will be designed, built and maintained in various parts of Qatar through a public private partnership. With the aim of providing high-quality education to more than 10,000 students, the schools are scheduled to be operational from 2025-26...

UAE schools to finish term curriculum before holy month

UAE schools are taking proactive steps in lesson planning and assessment as they prepare for the upcoming Ramadan month, which is expected to commence on March 12, subject to moon sighting variations. To accommodate the fasting period for students, schools...

School Holiday declared: Holiday announced in Oman for schools in four governorates due to Heavy Rain

Muscat: Schools in four governorates of Oman have been declared closed today (March 6) due to unstable weather. This decision of the ministry is due to heavy rains. All public, private and international schools in the four governorates of Al-Dahira,...

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Gold rates today (April 21, 2026): Check prices of 24K, 22K, and 18K gold in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, Kuwait City, Doha, Muscat –...

The gold rates in the UAE can be checked today, 21 April 2026. And that's crucial for buyers and...

Saudi Gold Price Today

Gold rates are available for Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, and other cities. The latest gold prices can be checked for 24K, 22K, and 18K gold.

Gold Rates in Kuwait and UAE

Gold rates are being checked today in various cities. The Economic Times provides updates on gold prices.

Today Gold Rate in Dubai

Gold rates today can be checked for 24K, 22K, and 18K gold. The prices of gold in Dubai and Abu Dhabi are available.

Gold Prices Ease in Dubai

Gold prices have eased in Dubai. Investors are waiting for clarity on US-Iran talks.