Saturday, May 17, 2025

Dubai

Sheikh Hamdan announces new leaders for key Dubai government entities

Dubai: Following the approval of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, in his capacity as Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of...

Dubai Airport will close as Al Maktoum races to completion; what is DXB’s future?

With the first phase of new Al Maktoum International Airport set for completion by 2032, the closure of Dubai International Airport (DXB) has been officially confirmed. This transition has already sparked widespread discussion about the future of the DXB site,...

Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan announces Golden Visa for nurses

Dubai will now offer golden visas to nurses employed with Dubai Health who have served for more than 15 years under the directives of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister,...

Dubai’s Salik to launch ‘customised tags’ for corporate customers

Dubai’s exclusive toll gate operator, Salik, is in the process of launching a new ‘Customised Tags’ initiative, allowing corporate customers to personalise Salik tags with unique designs and messages. “This initiative reflects Salik’s commitment to enhancing customer experience and embracing...

Dubai travel: Emirates to launch daily non-stop flights to Hangzhou

Emirates is set to launch a daily non-stop service between Dubai and Hangzhou from July 30. The airline’s latest expansion into Hangzhou makes the city its fifth gateway into the Chinese mainland after Beijing, Guangzhou, Shanghai, and Shenzhen. The new...

MoHRE launched Digital Wallet for payments

MoHRE's Digital Wallet allows corporate customers to instantly settle fees and financial obligations. Dubai: The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE), in collaboration with Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), has unveiled the “Digital Wallet” as part of its ambitious...

New Dubai-Sharjah intercity bus to begin operating from May 2

A new intercity bus service between Dubai and Sharjah will start on Friday, May 2, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced on Monday. RTA said the new Route E308 will connect Stadium Bus Station in Dubai to Al Jubail...

Dubai airport train service temporarily disrupted at Terminal 1

There was a disruption in the train service at the Dubai International Airport (DXB) on Thursday. “Dubai Airports is currently managing guest movement between Terminal 1 and Concourse D via bus service due to a temporary disruption to the airport...

Dubai announces opening of Nad Al Sheba Mall with over 100 stores

Dubai announced the official opening of a new mall. Called Nad Al Sheba Mall, the destination is owned and operated by Dubai Holding Asset Management. According to earlier reports, the 500,000 sq ft mixed-use retail destination features over 100 stores...

New Dubai law lists travel protocols for people with communicable diseases

Dubai has enacted a new law to curb spread of infectious diseases. Individuals infected with or suspected of having an infectious disease are required to avoid contact that could spread the illness. They must refrain from travelling or moving,...

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UAE Blue Visa: Which jobs could get you the 10-year residency permit

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UAE: No visa required from Indian, Pakistani, Filipino residents to visit these countries

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UAE Launches 180-Day Permit for Expats to Apply for Blue Residency Visa

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Sheikh Hamdan announces new leaders for key Dubai government entities

Dubai: Following the approval of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, in his capacity...