Tuesday, June 30, 2026

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UAE: No Schengen visa appointments until August; residents told to rethink summer plans

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...

UAE announces new cybersecurity rules for drones

Abu Dhabi: The UAE Cybersecurity Council (CSC) has unveiled the nation’s first comprehensive Drone Cybersecurity Guidelines. These were developed in strategic partnership with Reach Digital—a subsidiary of Reach Group specialising in digital transformation and cybersecurity innovation—and Shieldworkz, a cybersecurity firm...

UAE: No visa required from Indian, Pakistani, Filipino residents to visit these countries

Citizens of many countries struggle and find it challenging to get visa-free entry to many countries. However, some countries from Africa, Oceania and Asia regions have been rated the most open countries as they allow nationals of all the other...

UAE Launches 180-Day Permit for Expats to Apply for Blue Residency Visa

The UAE has introduced a 180-day multiple-entry permit allowing expats to apply for the Blue Residency visa — a 10-year residency offered to individuals with exceptional contributions to environmental protection and sustainability. The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port...

UAE starts easing penalties for companies late to register taxes

Dubai: The UAE’s Federal Tax Authority (FTA) announced that it has started applying a UAE Cabinet Decision to waive fines for some businesses that missed the corporate tax registration deadline. Under the Cabinet Decision, businesses that missed the deadline to...

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...

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Gold rates today (April 21, 2026): Check prices of 24K, 22K, and 18K gold in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, Kuwait City, Doha, Muscat –...

The gold rates in the UAE can be checked today, 21 April 2026. And that's crucial for buyers and...

Saudi Gold Price Today

Gold rates are available for Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, and other cities. The latest gold prices can be checked for 24K, 22K, and 18K gold.

Gold Rates in Kuwait and UAE

Gold rates are being checked today in various cities. The Economic Times provides updates on gold prices.

Today Gold Rate in Dubai

Gold rates today can be checked for 24K, 22K, and 18K gold. The prices of gold in Dubai and Abu Dhabi are available.

Gold Prices Ease in Dubai

Gold prices have eased in Dubai. Investors are waiting for clarity on US-Iran talks.