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UAE

UAE: Can residents continue using bank account after visa cancellation?

Question: My husband lost his job recently, and as per the rules, he has 30 days to leave the country. If his work visa is cancelled, can he continue using his bank account? He is currently looking for another...

New speed limits in UAE: These 4 roads announced changes in 2025

With UAE residents spending multiple hours on the road, it is essential to be aware of updated speed limits to avoid fines and potential black points. In 2025, authorities have announced new limits, in a move to enhance road safety...

No more Emirates ID cards? UAE to launch digital ID system using facial recognition

The UAE is set to roll out an alternative digital identification system that will eliminate the need to present physical Emirates ID cards to access key services. The system, expected to launch within a year, will use facial recognition...

UAE announces 5-year tourist permits for Pakistanis

Pakistanis can now avail of a five-year multiple-entry tourist visa after the resolution of existing issues, UAE Ambassador to Pakistan Hamad Obaid Ibrahim Salem Al Zaabi announced on Tuesday. According to Dubai’s General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs website,...

UAE: 6-day break likely as Sharjah announces Eid Al Fitr holidays for public sector

Sharjah has announced Eid Al Fitr holiday dates for government sector employees. The holiday will commence from Shawwal 1 to Shawwal 3, 1446 AH, according to the Sharjah Government's Department of Human Resources announcement on Tuesday. Official work will resume...

UAE announces Eid Al Fitr holiday dates for public sector employees

The UAE has announced Eid Al Fitr holiday dates for government sector employees across the country on Monday. The holiday will begin on Shawwal 1 and end on Shawwal 3, 1446 AH, corresponding to the Gregorian calendar, the Federal Authority...

UAE aims to increase foreign investments to Dh240 billion by 2031

The UAE focuses on investing in several sectors, most notably industry, financial services, and information technology. I depend UAE Cabine today, Tuesday, the National Investment Strategy, which aims to increase foreign investment to 240 billion dirhams by 2031, and increase...

UAE issues new policy on recognising foreign degrees

Abu Dhabi: The UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has announced revisions to its policies regarding the recognition of foreign university degrees. Under the new regulations, the ministry will grant conditional recognition to degrees obtained through distance learning,...

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...

UAE Launches ‘Donate Safely’ Campaign to Regulate Ramadan Donations in 2025

As Ramadan 2025 approaches, the UAE’s Ministry of Community Development has launched the second season of its 'Donate Safely, Protect Your Money from Exploitation' campaign. The initiative aims to uphold the spirit of giving while ensuring that donations are secure and properly regulated. Strict...

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Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund issues 7-year dollar-denominated sukuk

Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund is heading to the international bond market for the second time this year. It started...

MoHRE clarifies refund rules for domestic worker recruitment fees

Abu Dhabi: The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has outlined the specific conditions under which domestic worker recruitment offices in the UAE...

Today Gold Rate in Dubai (UAE) in Dirham, 2nd May 2025

Today Gold Rate in Dubai (UAE) Today Per tola is AED 4,537.22 while 24k Per 10 Gram gold price is AED 3,890.00. Usually people...

Today Gold Rate in Saudi Arabia – 2nd May 2025

Today Gold Rate in Saudi Arabia (SAR) Today Per tola is SAR 4,665.52 while 24k Per 10 Gram gold price is SAR 4,000.00 Usually...

Today Gold Rate in Qatar – 2nd May 2025

Today Gold Rate in Qatar Today Per tola is QAR 4,554.72 while 24k Per 10 Gram gold price is QAR 3,905.00. Usually people opt...