Monday, July 21, 2025

UAE

Gulf airlines suspend Beirut flights as Israel attacks

A number of UAE airlines have suspended flight operations to Beirut amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. Budget carrier Flydubai cancelled its Beirut flights on September 24 and 25 amid ongoing developments in the region. "Passengers with existing bookings...

UAE visa amnesty: Exit permit validity extended till October 31, 2024

Overstayers who were granted visa amnesty now have until October 31 to leave the country, UAE authorities announced on Tuesday. Previously, the exit pass given to amnesty-seekers was valid only for 14 days; now, this grace period has been extended...

New Sharjah rental law protects tenants from eviction for first 3 years

Sharjah: A new rental law was announced in Sharjah on Monday, which further sets the rights and duties of tenants and landlords. His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, issued Law...

Dubai: New speed limit announced on two major roads

The RTA announced an increase in the maximum speed limit on parts of Al Amardi Street and Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Street on Monday. The change will be effective from September 30. The new speed limits will be as follows in...

Haj 2025: UAE announces registration dates

UAE citizens who wish to perform Haj in 2025 may sign up for the pilgrimage starting tomorrow, September 19, authorities announced on Wednesday. The registration will be open until September 30. The process can be done on the smart app...

Air Taxi in Dubai.. First Station to be Announced Soon

The official operation of the first air taxi service station in Dubai will be during the first quarter of 2026. Khaled Al Awadhi, Director of the Transportation Systems Department at the Public Transport Agency, said: Roads and Transport Authority in...

New decision from Dubai market regarding Omani oil contracts

This amendment comes as a result of the recent change of the name of the Dubai Energy Exchange to the Gulf Energy Exchange. Dubai Financial Market witnessed a new development by changing its name Oman Oil Contracts Future from “Micro...

Dubai World Trade Centre to host GITEX Digi Health 5.0-Asia

GITEX Global, the world’s largest technology and startup exhibition, has launched GITEX DigiHealth 5.0 – Asia in Thailand, from September 10-12, 2025. GITEX Digi Health 5.0-Asia will be organised by Cone International, the Dubai World Trade Centre’s international event partner,...

Dubai Launches 10-Year Golden Visa for Gamers: Application Process and Benefits Explained

Dubai is positioning itself as a global leader in the gaming industry with the introduction of the Dubai Gaming Visa, a 10-year residency aimed at attracting top gamers, content creators, developers, and industry professionals from around the world. Falling under...

RTA and Dubai Police Launch Joint Patrol Units to Monitor Heavy Vehicles on Key Roads

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police General Headquarters have launched joint patrol units for monitoring of heavy vehicles and enforce their technical compliance. These patrol units will cover six major roads: Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road, Emirates...

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Today Gold Rate in Qatar – 21th July 2025

Today Gold Rate in Qatar Today Per tola is QAR 4,735.50 while 24k Per 10 Gram gold price is...

Today Gold Rate in Oman – 21th July 2025

Today Gold Rate in Oman Today Per tola is OMR 495.71 while 24k Per 10 Gram gold price is OMR 425.00. Usually people opt...

Today Gold Rate in Kuwait – 21th July 2025

Today Gold Rate in Kuwait (Kuwaiti Dinar): Today Per tola is KWD 390.04 while 24k Per 10 Gram gold price is KWD 334.40. Usually...

Today Gold Rate in Bahrain – 21th July 2025

Today Gold Rate in Bahrain ( Bahraini Dinar) Today Per tola is BHD 484.05 while 24k Per 10 Gram gold price is BHD 415.00....

Dubai Metro to extend operating hours from July 20

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) on Friday announced that the Dubai Metro's operating hours will be extended to Sunday, 20 July 2025. The...