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Combating coronavirus: UAE Ministry of Health conducts over 49,000 Covid-19 tests to intensify virus screening

Accelerated investigative measures helped detect 370 new coronavirus cases among various nationalities. The UAE has conducted over 49,000 Covid-19 tests among UAE citizens and residents, it was revealed on Friday, using state-of-the-art technology in line with the 's plans to intensify virus screening...

Combating coronavirus: TraceCovid app to help identify suspected cases in UAE

It will help to identify people who may have come into contact with an infected patient. The Department of Health - Abu Dhabi has introduced an app for Covid-19 contact tracing - an effective intervention method to control outbreak of...

Coronavirus: 129 people face fines for defying home quarantine

First time offenders face fines of Dh50,000 Officials in the UAE have referred 129 people to the Attorney-General for failing to abide by quarantine measures. Those who fail to comply with home quarantine measures will be referred to the Emergency and...

Coronavirus: 15 simple steps to stay safe when you are at the supermarket

UAE supermarkets have taken steps against COVID-19, here's what you should do 1 of 30 Follow these basic steps to shop safely when you go to the supermarket.Image Credit: Stock image 2 of 30 1. Do not leave the house if you feel...

UAE’s NMC is not going into ‘liquidation’, staff told

UK court appointed administrator assures staff that operations will go on as usual Dubai: Abu Dhabi headquartered NMC Health is not going into “liquidation”, according to its newly appointed administrators. In a message sent to its 15,000 plus staff, the administrators...

COVID-19 fallout: UAE landlords waive rent penalties, but not rents

But tenants still have room to pursue extended rent-free periods and monthly payments Dubai: More private landlords in the UAE have stopped enforcing penalty clauses on rental contracts, while some are now allowing payments to be made via monthly cheques. But...

Coronavirus: Three arrested for mocking Dubai’s disinfection drive

Dubai Police warns against irresponsible behaviour as name and shame initiative begins Dubai: Dubai Police has warned residents against posting videos that mock stay-at-home and movement restrictions in the emirate as it could land them in serious trouble. The warning comes...

Honeymooning Dubai-based Indian couple stranded on an island amid coronavirus fallout

Ria and Rohan have not been able to fly back from the Maldives due to flight suspensions Dubai: When Dubai-based Ria and Rohan Bhatia flew down to the Maldives on March 13, the idea was to take up from where...

COVID-19 fallout: UAE construction sector told to ‘re-price’ projects

New projects will only be awarded if they slash their original cost-to-build estimates Dubai: UAE contractors will have to go through the whole price negotiation process again as project promoters insist on re-pricing contracts because of the changed circumstances. Even...

Ramadan during COVID-19: What clerics and health experts say

Is it advisable to fast during coronavirus pandemic? Scholars and experts speak Dubai: With only 12 days left before Ramadan begins, many Muslims around the world are wondering whether fasting can pose an increased risk of catching the COVID-19 virus,...

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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.