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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...

Dubai World Cup traffic update: RTA offers 5,000 parking spaces and free shuttles

Dubai: The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has issued a traffic advisory for the 29th Dubai World Cup at Meydan Racecourse on Saturday, April 5. With a large crowd expected, the RTA has introduced several measures to ensure...

Ramadan in Dubai: RTA to distribute free Iftar meals at metro stations

In keeping with the spirit of togetherness and sharing blessings during the holy month of Ramadan, Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will be distributing free iftar meals at metro stations. The authority said that it will be offering free...

Dubai: RTA opens new bus station near Stadium Metro Station

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has opened a new bus station near the Stadium Metro Station with a number of upgrades. The Stadium Bus Station will serve as a key station linking passengers to Stadium Metro Station and serving...

Dubai: RTA announces extended Dubai Metro timings for January 12

Dubai Metro will start operations as early as 5am, instead of 8am, on Sunday, January 12, the Roads and Transport Authority announced on Thursday. The metro timings are being extended to facilitate smooth transportation for Dubai Marathon scheduled to take...

RTA announces extended Dubai Metro timings on November 10

The Dubai Metro Red Line and Green Line will operate from 3.00am to 12am on Sunday, November 10, 2024, Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced on Friday. This extended timing is to accommodate individuals who will join the Dubai...

Dubai: Taxi driver returns items left behind by passenger, honoured by RTA

A Dubai taxi driver was recently honoured by the Roads and Transport Authority’s (RTA) for returning items a passenger had left behind. Deepak Kumar Singh's act of honesty was celebrated in a ceremony where Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and chairman...

RTA Announces Bus Route Diversions in Dubai Due to Al Maktoum Bridge Maintenance

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the temporary diversion of several bus routes due to maintenance work on Al Maktoum Bridge. From September 29, 2024, until January 23, 2025, buses will be rerouted through Al Garhoud Bridge, affecting...

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...

RTA announces extended Dubai Metro timings ahead of peak travel period

The operating hours of the Dubai Metro have been extended over the weekend, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) said on Thursday. The authority said that the operating hours will be from 5am to 2am until Saturday, August 24 and...

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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...

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...