Friday, August 22, 2025

UAE

UAE employers offer work from home option after Iran strikes US base in Qatar

Some companies in the UAE offered their employees the option to work from home on Tuesday, a day after Iran launched a missile attack on a US air base in Qatar. In an email to their employees, some explained that...

UAE airlines extend flight suspension after US strikes Iran

UAE airlines on Sunday announced an extension of flight suspensions to several regional destinations due to widespread airspace closures, following the United States' decision to join Israel in strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. Aviation experts warn that US involvement could...

UAE eases visa rules for Sudanese citizens whose passports have almost expired

Abu Dhabi: In a humanitarian gesture to support Sudanese nationals facing difficult circumstances, the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security has announced that Sudanese residents in the UAE who have overstayed their visas can now apply...

UAE traffic alert: Dubai announces traffic diversion on Al Qudra Road from June 22

Dubai: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced a temporary traffic diversion as part of ongoing efforts to enhance traffic flow in Dubai and improve intersections on Al Qudra Road. In a social media post, the RTA confirmed the...

Sheikh Mohammed announces changes to UAE ministries

Establishing a new Ministry of Foreign Trade, changing the name of the Ministry of Economy, and incorporating artificial intelligence into government decision-making. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler...

New multi-entry visa lets tourists explore all six GCC countries with single application

Dubai: Soon, visiting the Gulf’s top destinations may be as easy as clicking 'apply' once. A major travel update is on the way for UAE residents and frequent travellers: a unified tourist visa that covers all six GCC countries is...

Dubai announces holiday for Hijri New Year for government employees

Dubai has announced the official holiday for Hijri New Year for government employees on Friday, June 27, translating into a three-day weekend. Normal working hours are expected to resume on Monday, June 30. The holiday will apply to government entities, departments...

Free Wi-Fi at all bus and marine transport stations in Dubai

Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) provides free Wi-Fi at all 43 bus and marine transport stations in the emirate. The Roads and Transport Authority announced that Dubai Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed the provision of free...

GCC tourist visa: What we know so far about the unified 6-country visa

Dubai: Soon, visiting the Gulf’s top destinations may be as easy as clicking 'apply' once. A major travel update is on the way for UAE residents and frequent travellers: a unified tourist visa that covers all six GCC countries is...

Dubai announces flexible work hours for some employees during summer

Dubai announced flexible working hours for government employees during summer 2025 on Sunday. The initiative is set to begin on July 1 and run until September 12, 2025, the Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) stated, adding that it will...

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Today Gold Rate in Dubai (UAE) in Dirham – August 19, 2025

Today Gold Rate in Dubai (UAE) Today Per tola is AED 4,720.92 while 24k Per 10 Gram gold price...

Today Gold Rate in Saudi Arabia – August 19, 2025

Today Gold Rate in Saudi Arabia (SAR) Today Per tola is SAR 4,828.81 while 24k Per 10 Gram gold price is SAR 4,140.00. Usually...

Today Gold Rate in Qatar – August 19, 2025

Today Gold Rate in Qatar Today Per tola is QAR 4,688.85 while 24k Per 10 Gram gold price is QAR 4,020.00. Usually people opt...

Today Gold Rate in Oman – August 19, 2025

Today Gold Rate in Oman Today Per tola is OMR 492.21 while 24k Per 10 Gram gold price is OMR 422.00. Usually people opt...

Today Gold Rate in Kuwait – August 19, 2025

Today Gold Rate in Kuwait (Kuwaiti Dinar): Today Per tola is KWD 385.37 while 24k Per 10 Gram gold price is KWD 330.40. Usually...