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Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi schools to implement mandatory physical education curriculum

Having a structured curriculum for Physical Education (PE) is now mandatory across Abu Dhabi schools run by the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK), ensuring that all students engage in physical activity with qualified teachers and a...

Akasa Air launches daily direct flights to Abu Dhabi from Bengaluru, Ahmedabad

Indian airliner Akasa Air launched daily direct flights to Abu Dhabi from Bengaluru and Mumbai, complementing its daily service between Mumbai and the UAE capital. The company said the strategic expansion is fuelled by "a favourable response on Akasa’s Mumbai-Abu...

Abu Dhabi opens registration for clean energy certificate auction

The aim of the Clean Energy Certificates auction is to enable individuals and organisations to take practical steps to reduce carbon emissions. Emirates Water and Electricity Company announced About opening registration for the certificate auction Clean Energy in Abu Dhabi...

UAE: How to get night work permit in Dubai and Abu Dhabi

Do you run a business that requires operations outside of regular working hours? If you operate in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, a night work permit is required for employees working in specific industries or roles during nighttime hours, typically...

Abu Dhabi announces new remote working rules from April 1

New employment regulations issued in Abu Dhabi enable companies to hire remote workers and allow for more flexible working arrangements. The Registration Authority (RA) of the international financial centre of Abu Dhabi – ADGM published the new laws that...

Abu Dhabi has introduced new yellow licence plates commercial motorcycles from 2025

A new category of commercial motorcycle plates will be introduced in Abu Dhabi starting January 1, 2025, the integrated transport centre (AD Mobility) said on Friday. Yellow plates will be for commercial bicycles, while red plates will remain for individual...

World’s first flying taxi service to launch in Abu Dhabi in 2025

A shift in urban travel, replacing 60- to 90-minute car journeys with 10- to 20-minute flights. Abu Dhabi aims to become the world's first city to launch flying taxis, after securing a deal to operate the service by late 2025. The...

How to apply for resident parking permit in Abu Dhabi

Residents in Abu Dhabi have the opportunity to reserve parking spots in their localities during certain hours of the day. Known as the residents' parking permit or Mawaqif parking permit, this allows homeowners as well as tenants to reserve a...

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...

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As the sun sets over Al Dhaid, the inside of newly opened Al Nasr Mosque begins to glow. Golden...

Dubai Gold Prices Fall Below Dh600/Gram, Drop Dh11 in 24 Hours

Gold prices dropped below Dh600 per gram in Dubai on Friday morning as the yellow metal slipped below $5,000, reaching close to a one-week...

Gold Prices Stable in Dubai Morning Trade – 24K Around Dh610

Gold Prices: At 9am UAE time, the 24K gold price was trading at Dh610.75 per gram, slightly up from last night’s close. Among the...

Dubai Metro New Fines Alert: Dh100 to Dh2,000 Penalties Announced

Dubai: If you’ve ever rushed onto the Dubai Metro only to realise you’re in the wrong cabin, you’re not alone. While it’s a common...

Indian woman missing in Dubai, last location Ajman Police HQ, son seeks help

Disturbing news has emerged from Dubai, where an Indian woman has been missing for the past few days. Her son, Shaivi Bhandkar, has appealed...