Wednesday, April 8, 2026

UAE

UAE: Full list of New Year Eve fireworks locations in Dubai

Fireworks will light up the first few minutes of the new year 2025 from six areas in Dubai. These locations include Burj Park, Global Village, Dubai Festival City Mall, Al Seef, Bluewaters and The Beach, JBR, and Hatta. This came...

UAE introduces five year residency visa for retired residents over 55

Abu Dhabi: The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security (ICP) has announced new regulations for issuing residency and identification cards to retired residents in the UAE. This includes the introduction of a 5-year residency visa for expatriates...

UAE launches world’s first tax refund system for tourists on e-commerce purchases

Tourists in the UAE can apply for a VAT refund directly through e-commerce platforms registered with the Authority before shipping their purchases. The United Arab Emirates has entered New VAT refund process Added to e-commerce purchases made by tourists during...

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman visits the UAE

Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan meets with Saudi Crown Prince to discuss latest developments in Middle East. The prince has arrived Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to the United Arab Emirates...

UAE to launch more solar energy projects by 2030 to meet growing demand

The UAE intends to launch one or two solar energy projects annually until the end of the current decade. He said UAE Minister of Energy Suhail Al Mazrouei said that the UAE, which is the second largest economy in the...

UAE launches “Know Your Customer” platform

UAE launches digital “Know Your Customer” platform to enhance financial transparency. The United Arab Emirates launched The digital “Know Your Customer” platform, which aims to provide An integrated infrastructure to verify customer identity, enhancing trust in the financial system. Know Your...

UAE’s National Day celebrations to be called Eid Al Etihad

The official name for the UAE National Day celebrations is 'Eid Al Etihad', its organising committee announced on Tuesday. The name emphasises the theme of 'union' (Etihad) and celebrates the unification of the Emirates on December 2, 1971. The theme...

UAE: Students who have not cleared EmSAT can reapply to universities

After UAE authorities announced the cancellation of EmSAT entrance exam in early November, the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research allowed universities to set admission policies, minimum guidelines, and programmes to assist students. In return, it has established evaluation...

Dubai schools roll out mandatory measles vaccinations as UAE launches campaign

Schools in the UAE are teaming up with the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) to provide free vaccinations for primary students on campus this month. They have rolled out the National Measles Campaign, informing parents about the compulsory measles vaccination...

UAE extends deadline for settling violators’ status until December 31

As part of the UAE’s celebrations of the 53rd National Day, the deadline for settling the status of violators has been extended until the end of this year. The Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship announced Nationality, Customs and Port...

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Today’s Gold Rate in Dubai Sees 0.36% Increase

Gold rates in Dubai have increased by 0.36% as of 7th April, with 24K gold now priced at AED 208.75 per gram. This surge is expected to impact the UAE's gold market, with buyers and sellers eagerly watching the price movements.

Kuwait Gold Rates Update: 24K, 22K Prices on April 7

Gold rates in Kuwait have been updated, with 24K gold trading at a significant price. The latest prices are available for comparison with other major Gulf cities.

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,...