Friday, March 20, 2026

Finance

Sharjah disburses Dh9.37 million in bonuses to old taxi plate owners

Sharjah: The Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA) has begun distributing annual bonuses totaling Dh 9.37 million to owners of old taxi number plates, following directives issued by His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council...

New speed limits in UAE: These 4 roads announced changes in 2025

With UAE residents spending multiple hours on the road, it is essential to be aware of updated speed limits to avoid fines and potential black points. In 2025, authorities have announced new limits, in a move to enhance road safety...

No more Emirates ID cards? UAE to launch digital ID system using facial recognition

The UAE is set to roll out an alternative digital identification system that will eliminate the need to present physical Emirates ID cards to access key services. The system, expected to launch within a year, will use facial recognition...

Abu Dhabi lifts minimum speed limit system of 120kmph on E311

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...

UAE: Can a Woman Apply for Visa Sponsorship from Her Ex-Husband After Divorce?

Question: If my children and I live in Dubai under my husband's sponsorship, and we decide to get divorced, will he be required to continue sponsoring our residency in the UAE? What rights do I have in this situation,...

Dubai: RTA announces renaming of GGICO Metro Station

Dubai: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai on Friday announced the renaming of a Dubai Metro station in Dubai. As per the announcement posted on social media, GGICO Metro Station’s name has been changed to Al Metro Garhoud...

UAE-India Friendship Hospital for workers announced after Sheikh Hamdan’s visit

A not-for-profit hospital and a virtual UAE-India trade corridor are among the key initiatives announced following Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan's first official visit to India. The UAE-India Friendship Hospital (UIFH), which will aim to provide inclusive and accessible healthcare...

Dubai ranked second in the world as a food capital with 1,200 new restaurant licenses.

From shawarma to sushi, Dubai is proving day after day that it's the capital of flavors! With an ever-increasing number of restaurants and diverse experiences, it's become one of the most prominent destinations for food lovers around the world. Dubai...

UAE announces 5-year tourist permits for Pakistanis

Pakistanis can now avail of a five-year multiple-entry tourist visa after the resolution of existing issues, UAE Ambassador to Pakistan Hamad Obaid Ibrahim Salem Al Zaabi announced on Tuesday. According to Dubai’s General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs website,...

Saudi Arabia Govt Announces New Policy For Residency Permit Iqama Renewal

Riyadh : The Saudi Arabian government has announced a new Iqama (residency permit) policy for expatriates. The rules related to Iqama renewal have been changed in this. The Saudi government says that expatriates face administrative difficulties in Iqama renewal. In...

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Air India allows passengers to rebook to India from any airport in UAE without any extra charge.

Stranded passengers in the UAE can now rebook their cancelled Air India Express flights from any airport in the...

Big News from UAE: New Glass-Domed Mosque Opens in Sharjah

As the sun sets over Al Dhaid, the inside of newly opened Al Nasr Mosque begins to glow. Golden light pours through a giant...

Dubai Gold Prices Fall Below Dh600/Gram, Drop Dh11 in 24 Hours

Gold prices dropped below Dh600 per gram in Dubai on Friday morning as the yellow metal slipped below $5,000, reaching close to a one-week...

Gold Prices Stable in Dubai Morning Trade – 24K Around Dh610

Gold Prices: At 9am UAE time, the 24K gold price was trading at Dh610.75 per gram, slightly up from last night’s close. Among the...

Dubai Metro New Fines Alert: Dh100 to Dh2,000 Penalties Announced

Dubai: If you’ve ever rushed onto the Dubai Metro only to realise you’re in the wrong cabin, you’re not alone. While it’s a common...