Friday, May 8, 2026

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Coronavirus: UAE announces 698 new Covid-19 cases, 407 recoveries, 2 deaths

More than 37,000 new Covid-19 tests have been carried out in the country. The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention on Thursday announced 698 new cases of the Covid-19 coronavirus, as well as 407 new recoveries. More than 37,000 new Covid-19...

242 beggars arrested during Ramadan in Dubai

Among those arrested, 143 were men, 21 were women and 78 were hawkers, said the police. As many as 242 beggars of different nationalities have been nabbed by the Dubai Police since the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan. Among...

Combating coronavirus: Saudi Arabia to introduce 24-hour daily curfew across the kingdom for Eid holiday

Until then economic activities will remain open and people can move freely between 9:00am and 5:00pm. Saudi Arabia will enforce a 24-hour curfew across the kingdom during a 5-day holiday to celebrate Eid Ul Fitr which marks the end of...

Coronavirus: Your outstanding bank loan could lead to travel ban in UAE

Detention or a fine shall be imposed on anyone who gives a cheque without a sufficient and drawable balance. Question: I am an Indian expatriate living in the UAE. I have been jobless for the last two months. I have outstanding...

Couple needs flight seats to repatriate son’s body to India from UAE

The boy was diagnosed with blood cancer 15 days ago. As the body of four-year old Vyshnav Krishnadas lies listless in an Al Ain mortuary, his parents are inconsolable. Krishnadas and wife Divya from Palakkad, Kerala, have no time to grieve...

Grade 12 student falls to death from building in Dubai

Initial investigation revealed that the student was playing football in the balcony with his brother. A young Arab student has died after falling from a balcony, in Dubai's Warsan area on Tuesday, May 12. According to a report in Emarat Al...

Coronavirus: Dubai shops maintain high level of compliance with Covid-19 guidelines

Only two shops were fined on Tuesday. Dubai Economy on Wednesday announced that 1,065 outlets were inspected on Tuesday and 1,063 were found compliant with precautionary measures to contain the spread of the Covid-19 coronavirus. Two shops were issued warnings and...

Coronavirus bulletin from UAE: 1.5m tests conducted; Dubai Tram back on track; timings for shops, malls relaxed

A round-up of major developments related to Covid-19 across the country. Here's a round-up of all the latest developments you need to be aware of:  1.5m Covid-19 tests carried out in UAE so far The UAE has done 1.5 million Covid-19 tests...

Enjoy movies at Mall of the Emirates drive-in cinema in Dubai

Watch a movie from the comfort and safety of your own car. An old fashioned solution to very modern circumstances, the drive-in cinema is making a comeback at Mall Of The Emirates with a private function tonight, as the property...

Combating coronavirus: Etihad to operate special flight to New York on May 15

Earlier this week, the national carrier said has opened booking for the UAE residents who are stuck abroad and want to return to the country. Etihad Airways announced on Wednesday that it will be operating a special flight from Abu Dhabi...

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Gold rates today (April 21, 2026): Check prices of 24K, 22K, and 18K gold in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, Kuwait City, Doha, Muscat –...

The gold rates in the UAE can be checked today, 21 April 2026. And that's crucial for buyers and...

Saudi Gold Price Today

Gold rates are available for Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, and other cities. The latest gold prices can be checked for 24K, 22K, and 18K gold.

Gold Rates in Kuwait and UAE

Gold rates are being checked today in various cities. The Economic Times provides updates on gold prices.

Today Gold Rate in Dubai

Gold rates today can be checked for 24K, 22K, and 18K gold. The prices of gold in Dubai and Abu Dhabi are available.

Gold Prices Ease in Dubai

Gold prices have eased in Dubai. Investors are waiting for clarity on US-Iran talks.