Question: I am currently employed at a mainland Dubai company that offers bonuses, annual salary increases, and other benefits. I’ve received a job offer from another company that provides a higher base salary but does not mention any annual...
The UAE will enforce a ban on outdoor work under direct sunlight from 12.30pm to 3pm daily for three months, starting June 15. This midday break initiative, introduced to protect workers during the country’s peak summer heat, is now...
A new digital project launched in the UAE will help verify the academic qualifications of private sector workers, authorities announced on Monday. The service applies to private sector employers and workers with academic degrees issued outside the UAE, covering...
The Central Bank of the UAE on Tuesday asked banks not to increase the minimum balance requirement from Dh3,000 to Dh5,000 for retail customers.
The regulator sent out a notice to all licensed financial institutions (LFIs) in the country, notifying...
UAE residents hoping to visit Europe “wasted” a whopping Dh20.6 million (€4.93 million) in 2024 due to rejected Schengen visa applications, according to a recent report.
Latest data revealed that a total of 260,229 visa applications were filed from the...
A fine of Dh50,000 will be imposed on any UAE citizen arriving in Saudi Arabia without a valid Hajj permit approved by the General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat (GAIAZ).
The decision comes as part of the authority's...
Authorities in the UAE will begin verifying private sector companies' compliance with Emiratisation targets starting July 1. Additionally, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) will check whether companies are meeting other related requirements, including registering Emirati employees...
Eid Al Adha, the festival of sacrifice, is just around the corner. The holiday falls on the ninth day of Dhul Hijjah and marks the end of the Hajj season.
As the Islamic calendar is based on the lunar cycle,...
India’s recent restrictions on importing precious metals like gold and silver from the UAE in unwrought, semi-manufactured, and powdered forms are set to reshape the dynamics of the bilateral gold trade by ensuring more transparency and compliance.
The move, announced...
Planning to travel to Europe to enjoy the cooler climes this summer vacation? If you haven't applied for a Schengen visa yet, you should head back to the drawing board as visa appointments are currently unavailable for the foreseeable...
The heads of Bahrain’s Defense Force and Saudi Arabia’s National Guard met in Riyadh, praising their collaborative efforts. They agreed to expand joint exercises and share expertise to strengthen border security.
Shaji Kumar, the celebrated cinematographer behind Malayalam blockbusters such as Pulimurugan and Naran, died at 57 during a film shoot in Alappuzha. Colleagues and film bodies mourned his loss and recalled his contributions to the industry.
Fakhar Zaman’s quickfire 45 guided United Tigers to a nine‑wicket win against Royal Desert Champions. Abbas Afridi’s three‑wicket spell helped restrict the opponents to 81.
A 110‑metre pedestrian bridge connecting City Walk’s Coca‑Cola Arena with the Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro station will open on Tuesday. The structure can move up to 10,000 people per hour and is part of a wider safety plan through 2030.
King Hamad hosted Crown Prince Salman for talks on Arab solidarity and regional challenges. Both leaders highlighted the need for united Arab action to ensure peace and security.
