Wednesday, July 2, 2025

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UAE Launches ‘Donate Safely’ Campaign to Regulate Ramadan Donations in 2025

As Ramadan 2025 approaches, the UAE’s Ministry of Community Development has launched the second season of its 'Donate Safely, Protect Your Money from Exploitation' campaign. The initiative aims to uphold the spirit of giving while ensuring that donations are secure and properly regulated. Strict...

Dubai launches new residency visa renewal platform that completes…

Residents can now renew their visa easily as the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) launched a new AI-powered digital platform. Through the platform Salama, residents can complete their visa renewal within minutes. They can also download the...

Ramadan 2025: UAE reduces working hours for private sector employees

The UAE has announced reduced working hours for private sector employees during the month of Ramadan. Working hours will be reduced by two hours across the UAE, as per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE). Private sector companies may,...

Dubai’s RTA announces temporary bus route changes near DXB

There will be temporary diversions on several public bus routes due to development works around Dubai International Airport (DXB), the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced on Saturday. These changes, which took effect on February 21, will remain in place...

Dubai announces new multiple-entry visa scheme: Details Here

Yacht crew members can now apply for a multiple-entry visa to Dubai, the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) announced on Saturday, February 22. The new multiple-entry visa will be for six months, the GDRFA said on the...

UAE expands visa-on-arrival for Indians, includes visas from 6 more nations

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has expanded its visa-on-arrival programme for Indian nationals by including travellers with valid visas, residence permits, or Green Cards from six more countries on the eligibility list. The move permits more Indian passport holders...

Saudi Arabia to host AFC Champions League Elite Finals

King Abdullah Sports City Stadium and Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Stadium have been selected to host the AFC Champions League Elite Finals. King Abdullah Sports City Stadium and Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Stadium in Jeddah, both selected venues for the...

UAE: Non-alcoholic ale with halal certification launched in Dubai

A unique halal-brewed beverage inspired by an ancient Arabian Peninsula drink that dates back thousands of years was launched by a Russian expat in Dubai. The new product, developed by Midtown Factory under the brand name Majlis, is crafted using...

UAE: Apple launches low-cost iPhone 16e; price, features, pre-order dates

iPhone 16e is super fast and has long battery life thanks to the efficiency of the A18 chip and the Apple C1 processor.. Details. Apple today officially announcediPhone 16e(iPhone 16e), the latest addition to the iPhone 16 series, combines outstanding...

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...

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Today Gold Rate in Dubai (UAE) in Dirham, 1st July 2025

Today Gold Rate in Dubai (UAE) Today Per tola is AED 4,615.95 while 24k Per 10 Gram gold price...

Today Gold Rate in Saudi Arabia – 1st July 2025

Today Gold Rate in Saudi Arabia (SAR) Today Per tola is SAR 4,817.15 while 24k Per 10 Gram gold price is SAR 4,130.00. Usually...

Today Gold Rate in Qatar – 1st July 2025

Today Gold Rate in Qatar Today Per tola is QAR 4,624.70.70 while 24k Per 10 Gram gold price is QAR 3,965.00. Usually people opt...

Today Gold Rate in Oman – 1st July 2025

Today Gold Rate in Oman Today Per tola is OMR 490.46 while 24k Per 10 Gram gold price is OMR 420.50. Usually people opt...

Today Gold Rate in Kuwait – 1st July 2025

Today: Gold Rate in Kuwait (Kuwaiti Dinar) Today Per tola is KWD 384.44 while 24k Per 10 Gram gold price is KWD 329.60. Usually...