Tuesday, April 7, 2026

Eid Al Adha

UAE travel for Hajj, Eid Al Adha: Emirates announces 46 special flights

For this year's Hajj season, Emirates announced 33 special flights to Jeddah and Madinah operating until May 31, and between June 10 and 16, to support the thousands of pilgrims traveling for their once-in-a-lifetime journey to Makkah. Emirates will also...

Eid Al Adha: Dubai announces public park timings

Dubai Municipality has announced the operating times for public parks, including residential parks, plazas, specialised parks, and leisure facilities, during the four-day Eid Al Adha holidays from June 15 to June 18. Neighborhood parks and public squares – will be...

Holiday announced for private sector employees in Saudi Arabia

Riyadh: A holiday has been announced for private sector employees and non-profit sector employees in Saudi Arabia in connection with Eid al-Adha. The holiday was announced by the Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development. The private sector...

Eid al-Adha and summer vacations… transformations in Emirati travel patterns

The travel sector in the UAE is witnessing noticeable shifts in traveler preferences as Eid Al Adha and summer vacations approach. The travel sector in the UAE is witnessing remarkable transformations with the approaching Eid Al Adha holiday and the...

Astronomers predict the first day of Eid Al Adha

As one UAE public holiday draws to a close, the predicted start date for Eid Al Adha has been revealed by astronomers. According to the Emirates Astronomy Society, the Day of Arafat will fall on Sunday June 16 and the...

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Dollar Rate in Pakistan Impacts UAE Remittances

The dollar rate in Pakistan has been fluctuating, currently standing at 286.50 PKR per USD, as of 7 April 2026. This instability affects remittances from the UAE, with Pakistani expatriates facing challenges in sending money back home.

Gold Rates in Dubai Today: 24K, 22K Prices

Gold rates in Dubai are trending upward, with 24K gold priced at approximately 215 AED per gram. Check the latest prices at prominent jewelers like Kalyan Jewellers, iGold, and Malabar Gold.

Return to online school: UAE families juggle work and life as homes become classrooms

Schools across the UAE resumed the new academic term online, but for many families, the shift has once again blurred the lines between home,...

Air India allows passengers to rebook to India from any airport in UAE without any extra charge.

Stranded passengers in the UAE can now rebook their cancelled Air India Express flights from any airport in the country to any destination in...

Big News from UAE: New Glass-Domed Mosque Opens in Sharjah

As the sun sets over Al Dhaid, the inside of newly opened Al Nasr Mosque begins to glow. Golden light pours through a giant...