Thursday, November 21, 2024

Abu Dhabi

UAE clarifies eligibility of applicants for extended visa amnesty

Abu Dhabi: The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security has confirmed that individuals violating residency and visa regulations after September 1 will not be included in the grace period for exemption from fines for violators of...

Abu Dhabi: Senior citizens and residents can get discounts, priority service

Senior citizens and residents in Abu Dhabi, those aged 60 or older, can avail the Barkitna card. The card includes services at different levels, including government, semi-government and private sector. Along with the Barkitna card, the Fazaa card will also...

RTA launches taxi-sharing pilot service between Dubai, Abu Dhabi

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched a six-month pilot initiative to allow passengers to share taxis operating between Ibn Battuta Mall in Dubai and Al Wahda Mall in Abu Dhabi, in a move aimed at providing easy,...

Abu Dhabi and Dubai drive billion-dollar startup growth in the Middle East

The UAE is leading the regional scene as an incubator for startups thanks to its integrated investment environment. The United Arab Emirates has strengthened Its position as one of the most prominent host countries For startups in the region, thanks...

Abu Dhabi revises limits of school bag weight for students in private sector

Schools in Abu Dhabi will soon have to ensure that the weight of students' backpack does not exceed 5-10 per cent of their own weight, a revised policy issued by the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge says. The...

Abu Dhabi to Dubai in just 57 minutes instead of the usual two hours – Know why ?

Imagine travelling at 200 km/h, minus the heavy traffic and completing the trip from Abu Dhabi to Dubai in just 57 minutes instead of the usual two hours. This will soon be a reality, as Etihad Rail has announced...

ADEK updates 39 policies for Abu Dhabi private schools

New policies to enhance governance, teaching quality, and student wellbeing, ensuring a more effective and accountable educational environment In a major shift for the emirate's private education sector, the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (Adek) has announced 39...

Abu Dhabi announces new taxi booking service through Yango app

A new taxi booking service was launched in Abu Dhabi with international ride-hailing smart application Yango, Abu Dhabi Mobility announced. Passengers in the emirate can now book public and private taxis, as well as licensed private vehicles. In the trial...

Abu Dhabi launches ‘green’ bus service from today

Abu Dhabi's transport authority announced the launch of its cutting-edge Green bus service starting today. These buses are powered by clean hydrogen and electric energy, as per the the Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility) of the Department of Municipalities...

AED 3.28 billion foreign direct investment in Abu Dhabi real estate in the first half of 2024

This diversity of investors indicates the distinction and attractiveness of the investment environment in Abu Dhabi, which enhances investors’ confidence in the real estate market in the emirate. Foreign direct investment increased In Abu Dhabi real estate during the first...

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Dubai’s new ‘islands’ out to create another offplan property wave

Dubai: It’s not just offplan property launches that are booming in Dubai – there are ‘islands’ too. Coming off the...

UAE clarifies eligibility of applicants for extended visa amnesty

Abu Dhabi: The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security has confirmed that individuals violating residency and visa regulations after September 1...

UAE’s National Day celebrations to be called Eid Al Etihad

The official name for the UAE National Day celebrations is 'Eid Al Etihad', its organising committee announced on Tuesday. The name emphasises the theme of...

UAE: Students who have not cleared EmSAT can reapply to universities

After UAE authorities announced the cancellation of EmSAT entrance exam in early November, the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research allowed universities to...

No luggage queues at Dubai’s new airport

Dubai: Passengers arriving at Dubai World Central’s new terminal won’t have to wait for their bags - instead, the luggage will be ready at...