Wednesday, February 19, 2025

UAE

UAE: How long can parents sponsor children on a residency visa?

Question: I hold a regular two-year visa in the UAE. I am a father to twins – a boy and a girl. I wish to understand how long I can sponsor their visas in the UAE. Please advise. Answer: A...

Dubai’s New Salik Toll Gates: Shifting Traffic Patterns and Early Impact on Commuters

The lasting impact of more toll gates and dynamic pricing could take a decade to be felt in Dubai, according to an expert. “There is a correlation between increasing toll gates, better air quality, and lesser accidents,” said Dr...

Dubai Marina Residential Tower catches fire

DUBAI: A fire broke out in a high-rise residential tower in Dubai Marina on Monday, according to an eyewitness who spoke to Khaleej Times. Images and videos circulating on social media show smoke rising from the top of the building. A...

The Central Bank of Iraq Bans 5 Banks From Dealing in Dollars

The Central Bank of Iraq has banned five local banks from dealing in dollars to combat money laundering, affecting foreign transactions and also including three electronic payment companies. Reuters reported today, Sunday, that Two informed sources said that the Central...

UAE: New visa waiver rules for Indians to help them save Dh750 per person

Travelling to the UAE has become easier for Indian passport holders residing in Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada following the recent expansion of the UAE’s visa waiver programme. Effective February 13, the new rule will simplify...

Dubai signs agreement to launch Dubai Loop project with Musk subsidiary

The project's capacity will reach more than 20,000 passengers per hour, and the future transportation capacity will reach more than 100,000 passengers per hour. The Dubai Government Media Office announced thatSigning an agreement to launch the Dubai Loop projectWith Elon...

Dubai announces car-free areas as part of the ‘Super Block’ project

Dubai is moving towards creating sustainable, livable residential areas with its Super Block initiative, which aims to establish car-free zones. Announced on Thursday as part of the city's broader vision for a greener future, the initiative seeks to transform...

UAE Blue Visa: This 10-year residency visa is for eco-conscious individuals

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced the Blue Visa for the first time in May last year. Now the UAE has started accepting applications for the 10-year Blue Residency Visa. This visa will be issued to people who make...

Dubai: Parking fees in Dubai will increase during major events

Parkin on Wednesday said that new variable parking fees would apply in some areas of Dubai. The public parking operator announced a fee of Dh25 per hour during events, near event areas. This revised tariff will be effective February 17. In...

Dubai Metro Blue Line to start operations on September 9, 2029

Dubai: The Dubai Metro Blue Line will commence operations from September 9, 2029, the RTA announced on Thursday. The 30km project will strategically link key areas in the emirate through 14 stations. The work on the project will start in April...

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Abu Dhabi opens registration for clean energy certificate auction

The aim of the Clean Energy Certificates auction is to enable individuals and organisations to take practical steps to...

Today Gold Rate in Dubai (UAE) in Dirham, 19th Feb 2025

Today Gold Rate in Dubai (UAE) Today Per tola is AED 4,091.08 while 24k Per 10 Gram gold price is AED 3,507.50 Usually people...

Today Gold Rate in Saudi Arabia – 19th Feb 2025

Today Gold Rate in Saudi Arabia (SAR) Today Per tola is SAR 4,233.96 while 24k Per 10 Gram gold price is SAR 3,630.00. Usually...

Today Gold Rate in Qatar – 19th Feb 2025

Today Gold Rate in Qatar Today Per tola is QAR 4,134.82 while 24k Per 10 Gram gold price is QAR 3,545.00. Usually people opt...

Today Gold Rate in Oman – 19th Feb 2025

Today Gold Rate in Oman Today Per tola is OMR 432.73 while 24k Per 10 Gram gold price is OMR 371.00. Usually people opt...