Thursday, April 2, 2026

UAE

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...

Blue Visa: Applications now open for UAE’s 10-Year Blue Visa

Dubai: Individuals who have made significant contributions to environmental protection and sustainability can now apply for the UAE’s 10-year Blue Residency visa. First announced in May 2024, the long-term visa aims to attract experts in sustainability and climate change,...

UAE Golden Visa: The ultimate expat’s guide to getting 10-year residency

The UAE has lots to offer – from being one of the safest places to live to having one of the most ethnically diverse populations – making it an ideal country for lots. The country offers a multitude of visas...

UAE: Govt employees to get 20 per cent salary hike in Fujairah

A 20 per cent raise in salary has been announced for government employees of Fujairah. Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah, ordered this in a resolution that comes into effect from February 1. The...

UAE: Umrah airfares rise 140% ahead of Ramadan

With the holy month of Ramadan approaching, there has been a spike in Umrah enquiries and bookings in the UAE — leading to airfare hikes of about 140 per cent, compared to the winter months last year. Several residents are...

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Return to online school: UAE families juggle work and life as homes become classrooms

Schools across the UAE resumed the new academic term online, but for many families, the shift has once again...

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 country to any destination in...

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...