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Guide for UAE Residents: Understanding E-Visas for GCC Countries: Explaining Validity, Required Documents & the Application Process

Here's a simple explanation of how to apply for an e-visa in each Gulf nation. [...]

Top American Schools in Dubai : DAA, Dunecrest & More

Are you looking for the best American schools in Dubai? Our guide lists all the schools in Dubai that offer top-tiered American education to students! [...]

UAE's Year of Sustainability Launches "Community Steps" Initiative

The UAE Year of Sustainability, under the slogan “Plan To Action” initiates “Community Steps”, an initiative inviting the public to organise walks with their friends and family in their neighbourhoods in an effort to promote mindful movement and sustainable ways of socialising. [...]

Takeda Brings 'In Their Shoes' Initiative to Raise Awareness of IBD in the UAE

Takeda, the patient-centric biopharmaceutical company, brought its global ‘In Their Shoes’ program to the UAE. [...]

CABSAT Returns to Dubai for 30th Anniversary Celebration

CABSAT, the Middle East’s flagship event for content, broadcast, satellite, media, and entertainment, will celebrate its 30th anniversary with its highly anticipated return to the Dubai World Trade Centre from May 21 till 23, 2024. [...]

RTA Completes Ras Al Khor Road Widening Project

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed the Ras Al Khor Road Widening Project from 3 to 4 lanes along a 3 km stretch in both directions. [...]

Dubai Financial Market to Host Second Edition of Capital Market Summit

Following the success of the inaugural MENA IPO Summit last year, Dubai Financial Market (DFM) is set to return with a bigger and more promising edition of its flagship event “The Capital Market Summit”, the region’s only IPO-focused event. [...]

Dubai World Cup Horse Racing to be Broadcasted in 150 Countries Worldwide

The upcoming Dubai World Cup, a $30.5 million horseracing event, will be held at Meydan Racecourse on March 30th. The race will be broadcast to a global audience, reaching an estimated 150 countries. [...]

MBRGI Impacts Lives of 111 Million People Worldwide

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, announced the annual results of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiative’s (MBRGI) Year in Review report for 2023 [...]

DEWA Shareholders Approve AED 3.1 Billion Dividend

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) reported that its shareholders have, in the general assembly held on 28th March 2024, approved the payment of total dividend of AED 3.1 billion with a record date of 8th April 2024. [...]

Commercial Bank of Dubai Partners with Dubai FinTech Summit as Strategic Banking Partner

Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) has joined the Dubai FinTech Summit (DFS), organised by Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global Financial Centre in the MEASA region, as a Strategic Banking Partner. [...]

UAE Tops Global Entrepreneurship Monitor Report for Third Consecutive Year

The United Arab Emirates has been ranked first globally for the third consecutive year in the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) report for the year 2023-2024. [...]

Dubai Municipality Provides Businesses with Guidance on Single-Use Plastics Ban

Dubai Municipality (DM) has published additional guidance for businesses on the single use plastics ban that was issued in January following a resolution by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council. [...]

flydubai Expands GCC Network with Two New Routes to Saudi Arabia

flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has announced today the launch of services to two destinations in Saudi Arabia. This includes the resumption of flights to Al Jouf and the start of operations to Red Sea International. [...]

UAE Boasts 24 Billionaires, Ranks 22nd Among Countries with Wealthiest Individuals

Mumbai saw the biggest increase in billionaires worldwide, gaining 26 in just one year. [...]

Government News
UAE's Year of Sustainability Launches "Community Steps" Initiative

The UAE Year of Sustainability, under the slogan “Plan To Action” initiates “Community Steps”, an initiative inviting the public to organise walks with their friends and family in their neighbourhoods in an effort to promote mindful movement and sustainable ways of socialising. [...]

RTA Completes Ras Al Khor Road Widening Project

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed the Ras Al Khor Road Widening Project from 3 to 4 lanes along a 3 km stretch in both directions. [...]

MBRGI Impacts Lives of 111 Million People Worldwide

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, announced the annual results of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiative’s (MBRGI) Year in Review report for 2023 [...]

DEWA Shareholders Approve AED 3.1 Billion Dividend

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) reported that its shareholders have, in the general assembly held on 28th March 2024, approved the payment of total dividend of AED 3.1 billion with a record date of 8th April 2024. [...]

UAE Tops Global Entrepreneurship Monitor Report for Third Consecutive Year

The United Arab Emirates has been ranked first globally for the third consecutive year in the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) report for the year 2023-2024. [...]

Dubai Municipality Provides Businesses with Guidance on Single-Use Plastics Ban

Dubai Municipality (DM) has published additional guidance for businesses on the single use plastics ban that was issued in January following a resolution by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council. [...]

Dubai International Chamber Facilitates Euromercato's Expansion into European Market

Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has revealed that it supported UAE-based Euromercato in the European market, by strengthening its partnerships in the food sector with European companies. [...]

Supreme Legislation Committee Receives Green Certificate from Moro Hub  for Sustainable IT Practices

Moro Hub, a subsidiary of Digital DEWA, the digital arm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (PJSC), presented a Green Certificate to the Supreme Legislation Committee (SLC). [...]

Dubai Trade to Revolutionize Supply Chains with AI Integration

Mohamed AbuHamra, Chief Operating Officer, Digital Technology, DP World, GCC, has revealed that Dubai Trade, the unified digital window for facilitating cross-border trade in the Emirate of Dubai [...]

UAE Commits to Global Initiative for Near-Zero Emission Buildings by 2030

The United Arab Emirates, represented by the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, participated in the first Buildings and Climate Global Forum 2024, which was recently held in the French capital, Paris. [...]

Trakhees Runs Over 22,000 Inspections in 2023

During 2023, the Department of Planning and Development (Trakhees), the regulatory body of the Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation, ramped up its inspection efforts in retail facilities across its designated development zones [...]

Hamdan Foundation Launches Educational Awards to Recognize Excellence in Students, Teachers, and Schools Across GCC

Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Medical and Educational Sciences has begun receiving applications for nomination for the Gulf-level educational awards, which include three categories: Distinguished Student Award, Distinguished Teacher Award, and Distinguished School Award. [...]

12 Penalties to Avoid During Burials in the UAE with Fines Up to Dh500,000

Here are 12 things to watch out for during burials in the UAE. Breaking these rules could mean a fine of up to Dh500,000. [...]

GPSSA Mandates Registration of Insured Emiratis Within 30 Days of Employment

The General Pension and Social Security Authority (GPSSA) said that employers subject to the provisions of Federal Law No.57 of 2023 regarding pension and social security are required to register their Emirati employees within 30 days of their employment. [...]

MoIAT Launches ITTI Use-Case Guide to Drive Innovation and Sustainability

Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) has launched the Industrial Technology Transformation Index (ITTI) Use-Case Guide to provide manufacturers and key stakeholders with insights and recommendations on key Industry 4.0 technologies [...]

Economic News
Law firm Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas opens Middle East office in Abu Dhabi

With this development, CAM will have six offices in India and three international offices at IFSC (GIFT City) and Singapore and Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) in the UAE. ADGM is the international financial centre of the UAE’s capital city, Abu Dhabi. Located across Al Maryah Island and Al Reem [...]

How to watch IPL 2024 Live streaming straight from Dubai?

The most awaited international cricket franchise league of the season, the Indian Premier League (IPL) begins soon and cricket fans across the globe will have their eyes glued to their respective screens to catch all the action of this star-studded T20 League. [...]

IPL 2024: How to watch Indian Premier League in UAE, MENA Countries?

IPL 2024 matches will be live telecast in MENA countries. Virat Kohli's Royal Challengers Bangalore will take on legendary MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings who are also the defending champions. [...]

Abu Dhabi's first Hindu stone temple opens for public

The UAE's first Hindu stone temple, inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi, opened to public. Built by BAPS on a 27-acre site in Abu Mureikhah, it cost Rs 700 crore. The temple follows Nagara style of architecture. The UAE government donated the land. Guidelines for visitors include maintaining a tranquil ambience [...]

Abu Dhabi's first Hindu stone temple to open for public on March 1

The first Hindu stone temple in Abu Dhabi, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, will open to the public from March 1. Built by BAPS on a 27-acre site in Abu Dhabi, the temple is constructed in the Nagara style of architecture and is the largest Hindu Mandir in the [...]

UAE dropped from financial crime watch list in win for nation

The United Arab Emirates, particularly Dubai, celebrates as it is removed from a global watchdog's list of countries posing risks of illicit money flows, a move that could enhance its global reputation. The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) removed the UAE from its 'grey list' of risky nations, after it [...]

Narendra Modi's stunning pictures at Abu Dhabi BAPS Hindu Mandir

PM Modi along with Mahant Swami Maharaj conducted the first grand arti (ceremony of light) of the deities - which was simultaneously performed by thousands at BAPS temples and homes across the world, with millions more watching online through the live webcast. [...]

UAE's first Hindu Mandir: Cost, features, significance, and other details of BAPS temple

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate Abu Dhabi's first Hindu stone temple, a symbol of cultural unity and India's rich heritage. Built by BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha, the temple showcases stunning craftsmanship with marble carvings and pink sandstone from Rajasthan. Its design blends traditional Hindu architecture with modern elements, [...]

Dome of Harmony, intricate details: Features of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi

Holy water from Ganga and Yamuna, pink sandstone from Rajasthan, furniture made of wooden trunks used to transport stones from India - the first Hindu stone temple in Abu Dhabi is an architectural marvel made with contributions from different parts of the country. [...]

'Ahlan Modi': Thinks to know about PM Modi's UAE event

The leader of international relations for BAPS, Swaminarayan Sanstha, emphasizes the role of the BAPS Hindu Temple in Abu Dhabi as a unifying force on the global stage. Ambassadors from 40 nations gather to celebrate the temple. [...]

'Stone seva': Indian children in Abu Dhabi giving final shape to gifts for attendees of first Hindu temple inauguration

The children have been offering "stone seva" at the temple site every Sunday for three months and are now giving the final touch to the gifts called "tiny treasures". For 12-year-old Tithi Patel, stone seva is a weekend activity which she enjoys with her friend. [...]

​Modi’s agenda in UAE: World Government summit, mega diaspora meet and temple inauguration

​Modi’s upcoming visit to the UAE will be his seventh since 2014. Previously, he visited the country twice in 2023, once each in 2022, 2019, 2018, and 2015. He has met the UAE President four times since last July signifying strong chemistry and momentum in ties. The two sides have [...]

Cabinet approves signing of India-UAE Bilateral Investment Treaty

Government approved the signing and ratification of a Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) between India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This agreement is expected to facilitate and encourage investments between the two nations. The decision was taken at the cabinet meeting chaired by PM Modi. [...]

PM Modi accepts invitation to inaugurate BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi accepted the invitation extended by Swami Ishwarcharandas and Swami Brahmaviharidas, along with the board of directors for the inauguration of the BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi on February 14 next year, BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha said in a press statement. [...]

Dubai’s red-hot property market is bracing for a slowdown

So far, the boom has been underpinned by an influx of wealthy investors such as Russians seeking to shield their assets, crypto millionaires and rich Indians seeking second homes. The government’s handling of the pandemic and its liberal visa policies also attracted more foreign buyers. [...]

Dubai’s shift in consumer behaviour fuels influencer marketing surge

Dubai's social media capital status fuels $1.3B influencer market growth. [...]

Empowering Indian startups: DP world's vision for the India business incubator

DP World’s incubator is focused on providing Indian startups with the necessary tools and resources to survive and thrive in the competitive UAE market. [...]

Big bang start: COP28 sees climate fund deal on day 1

Traditionally, at the ceremonial opening of the COP, the host country takes over the presidency, the agenda for the talks is approved, and countries and negotiating groups set out their expectations. COP28 departed from the traditional fare with a quick round of pledges for the new fund. [...]

UAE COP28 chief says fossil fuels must be part of climate deal

The Emirati host of the UN climate conference said Thursday that fossil fuels must be part of any deal as the crucial negotiations on global warming opened in Dubai. Christiana Figueres, who was UN climate chief when the Paris deal was reached, said she was "giving up hope" that fossil [...]

COP28: Israeli and Palestinian prez to address meet in Dubai

More than 140 heads of state and government are due to address COP28 on Thursday and Friday, the start of nearly two weeks of talks to address the climate crisis, according to a UN list made available on Tuesday. Other notable speakers in the first two days include Ukrainian President [...]