Dubai: News
Fake student stays at IIT-Bombay for weeks—how he was arrested
A 22-year-old man, Bilal Ahmad Teli, was arrested last week for posing as a student at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT-Bombay).
You can soon avail air taxi service in Dubai
Joby Aviation, a leading player in the electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) industry, has delivered its first production aircraft to Dubai.
Massive protest in Bangladesh after Hindu woman raped by politician
Protests have erupted in parts of Bangladesh after a Hindu woman was raped in Cumilla district on June 26.
'They offered money...': When Aamir rejected underworld's Dubai party invite
In the late 1990s, Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan received an invitation from the underworld to attend a party in Dubai.
Viineet Kumar gets candid about getting stuck at Dubai airport
Actor Viineet Kumar Siingh found himself in the middle of a geopolitical crisis at Dubai Airport on Monday night.
Viineet Kumar Siingh returns from Dubai amid Middle East tensions
Actor Viineet Kumar Siingh, known for films like Mukkabaaz and Chhaava, has safely returned to Mumbai after being stuck at Dubai Airport due to an unexpected airspace closure in parts of the Middle East.
Why British Airways has suspended flights to Dubai and Doha
British Airways has suspended its flights to Dubai and Doha in light of the rising tensions in the Persian Gulf.
R Madhavan rents out Mumbai BKC apartment for ₹6.5 lakh/month
Actor R Madhavan and his wife Sarita have reportedly rented out their Mumbai apartment, valued at ₹17.5 crore.
Telegram founder to split $17B fortune among his 106 children
Pavel Durov, the billionaire founder of popular messaging app Telegram, has revealed his plan to distribute his massive wealth among over 100 children he fathered.
You can soon buy UP's Dussehri mangoes in Dubai
In a major milestone for Uttar Pradesh's agricultural sector, 1,200kg of Dussehri mangoes were airlifted to Dubai.
16 Air India flights diverted after Israel strikes Iran
At least 16 Air India flights have been diverted after Iran closed its airspace until further notice following Israel's airstrikes on several locations across the country, including Tehran.
India now has nearly 85,700 millionaires, ranks 4th worldwide
India has become the fourth-largest hub of high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) in the world, according to the Knight Frank Global Wealth Report 2025.
Dubai woman trespasses Aditya Roy Kapur's home; case registered
A 47-year-old woman, identified as Gazala Jhakaria Siddique from Dubai, was served a notice by the Mumbai Police for allegedly trespassing into actor Aditya Roy Kapur's residence in Bandra West.
Ranya Rao won't walk free despite gold smuggling case bail
Kannada actor Ranya Rao and co-accused Kondaru Raju have been granted conditional bail by a special court in the gold smuggling case.
Who's Balvinder Singh, Indian-origin billionaire jailed in Dubai and why
Balvinder Singh Sahni, a leading Indian businessman in Dubai, has been sentenced to five years in jail for money laundering.
Kannada actor Ranya Rao denied bail in gold smuggling case
The Karnataka High Court has refused to grant bail to Kannada actor Ranya Rao and her co-accused Tarun Konduru Raju in a gold smuggling case.
Pakistani shouting religious slogans attacks Dubai bakery; 2 Indians killed
Two men from Telangana, India, were killed in a brutal attack at a bakery in Dubai.
Fawad-Vaani's 'Abir Gulaal' to launch music in Dubai
The upcoming film, Abir Gulaal, starring Pakistani actor Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor, will launch its music in Dubai on Saturday.
26/11 terror attack conspirator Tahawwur Rana seeks Quran, pen
Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a key conspirator of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, is currently being questioned by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) as part of an extensive probe into the 2008 coordinated strikes.
NIA commences interrogation of 26/11 terror attack mastermind Tahawwur Rana
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has started questioning Tahawwur Rana, a key accused in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks.
Ranya Rao's bail plea adjourned till April 17
The hearing of Kannada actor Ranya Rao's bail plea has been adjourned by the Karnataka High Court till April 17.
How bacterial infection sent 'Narcos: Mexico' actor to coma
Manuel Masalva, who is best known for his role as Ramon Arellano Felix in Netflix's Narcos: Mexico, is in a medically induced coma after suffering from a severe bacterial infection.
Ranya Rao's husband, Jatin Hukkeri, files for divorce
As Kannada actor Ranya Rao remains behind bars on charges of gold smuggling, her husband, architect Jatin Hukkeri, has now taken legal steps to end their marriage by filing for divorce.
Ranya Rao seeks bail from Karnataka High Court after arrest
Kannada actor Ranya Rao has moved the Karnataka High Court seeking bail after she was arrested in a gold smuggling case last month.
Third suspect Sahil Jain arrested in Ranya Rao gold case
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has arrested the third suspect in the Ranya Rao gold smuggling case, Sahil Sakariya Jain.
BJP MLA says Ranya hid gold 'everywhere she has *'
BJP MLA from Karnataka, Basangouda Patil Yatnal, has sparked controversy with his lewd remarks on Kannada actor Ranya Rao, who was recently accused in a highly acclaimed gold smuggling case.
'Learned from YouTube videos': Ranya Rao's gold smuggling confession
Kannada actor Ranya Rao, who was arrested recently for attempting to smuggle gold into Bengaluru, confessed to her crime during questioning by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI).
'Black magic, fund embezzlement': What's happening at Mumbai's Lilavati hospital
Mumbai's famous Lilavati Hospital is being embroiled in a huge scandal of alleged fund embezzlement and black magic.
Why UAE's 'golden visa' is popular among millionaires globally
The UAE has become a hot spot for high-net-worth individuals, courtesy of its alluring 'golden visa' program.
Why is Ranya Rao's husband caught in the gold scandal?
Jatin Hukkeri, the husband of Kannada actor Ranya Rao, is under police scanner after she was arrested for gold smuggling.
How frequent Dubai trips, same clothes helped catch Ranya Rao
Kannada film star Ranya Rao was detained at Bengaluru airport earlier this week for allegedly smuggling 14.8kg of gold from Dubai.
Who's Ranya Rao? Actor-IPS officer's daughter arrested for smuggling gold
Kannada film actor Ranya Rao has been detained by Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) officials at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport for allegedly smuggling 14.8kg of gold from Dubai.
Jasprit Bumrah receives ICC awards from Jay Shah in Dubai
India's ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah was spotted at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium ahead of India's Champions Trophy clash against Pakistan.
Why Iran is considering moving capital from Tehran
Iran is mulling shifting its capital from Tehran to the Makran region on the Gulf of Oman.
Mysuru: Family of 4 found dead in suspected murder-suicide
A family of four was found dead in their apartment in Visvesvaraya Nagar, Mysuru, Karnataka on Monday.
James Bond name in trouble: Trademark dispute threatens 007 franchise
The James Bond franchise, worth billions of pounds, is locked in a legal battle to keep hold of the super spy's name.
More US flights with illegal migrants to land in Punjab
Two special flights from the United States, bringing back Indian nationals illegally residing in America, will land in Amritsar, Punjab this weekend.
Mamta Kulkarni recalls spat with Ameesha Patel over deer meat
Inimitable Bollywood star of the 1990s, Mamta Kulkarni, recently dug up her past controversies in a television interview.
Taliban minister 'forced to flee' after speech supporting girls' education
Taliban's deputy foreign minister Mohammad Abbas Stanikzai has reportedly fled Afghanistan after publicly endorsing girls' education.
How this ex-Microsoft techie retired at 39 with ₹30 crore
Former techie Jamal Robinson has set an inspiring example of financial discipline.
Forget cash and cards! UPI now accepted across the UAE
NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL) has announced a strategic partnership with Magnati, a leading payment solution provider in the United Arab Emirates.
Discover India's past with the best heritage travel cards
If exploring India's rich heritage and ancient monuments is your passion, why not make your journey even more memorable with the right credit card? History lovers can unlock exclusive privileges tailored for a seamless travel experience, from luxury hotel discounts to free lounge access.
'Ajith is safe': Thala comes out unharmed from Porsche crash
Popular actor and race car driver, Ajith Kumar, narrowly escaped a horrific car crash in Dubai recently. The accident took place during a practice session when he was behind the wheel of his Porsche 992.
Drug smuggler killed in California, Goldy Brar gang claims responsibility
A drug smuggler associated with the Lawrence Bishnoi gang was shot dead in Stockton, California on Monday.
ED registers money laundering case against ex-constable in MP
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a case under the Prevention of MoneyLaundering Act (PMLA) against former Madhya Pradesh State Road Transportation Department constable Saurabh Sharma and his aide Chetan Singh Gaur.
Money laundering case: Mallika Sherawat, Pooja Banerjee questioned by ED
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has reportedly recorded statements of Bollywood actor Mallika Sherawat and television star Pooja Banerjee in a money laundering investigation.
What were people really searching for in 2024? Google reveals
Google has published its annual "Year in Search" report for 2024, giving a glimpse into the most searched topics across the globe.
Has Aishwarya Rai really dropped 'Bachchan' surname? Here's the truth
Bollywood superstar Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was recently spotted at an event in Dubai, where she was introduced only as "Aishwarya Rai," sans her famous surname "Bachchan."
COP29 deal increases funding for poorer nations' clean energy transition
The latest United Nations (UN) climate talks (COP29) in Azerbaijan have ended with a historic $300 billion deal.
Dubai-based siblings to offer jiohotstar.com domain to Reliance for free
Dubai-based siblings, Jainam and Jivika, have announced their decision to transfer the ownership of the domain name jiohotstar.com to Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) free of cost.
Dubai will launch world's first air taxi service in 2026
Dubai has given the green light to build its first aerial taxi vertiport, which will be located close to the Dubai International Airport. The aerial taxi service will start in early 2026.
Andhra: Pawan Kalyan blames YSRCP for rise in violent crimes
Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has blamed the "vile legacy" of mismanagement and leniency of the previous YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) government for the rise in violent crimes.
Cartridge found on Air India flight from Dubai, probe underway
An ammunition cartridge was found on an Air India flight from Dubai to New Delhi, the airline confirmed on Saturday.
Watch: SRK launches son Aryan's D'YAVOL—luxury streetwear in Dubai
Shah Rukh Khan recently graced the launch event of his son, Aryan Khan's luxury fashion brand, D'YAVOL in Dubai.
Amid death threats, Salman announces 'Da-Bangg' tour in Dubai
Despite security threats from notorious gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, superstar Salman Khan has announced the date for the Dubai leg of his popular Da-Bangg tour.
Under construction building collapses in Bengaluru; 1 dead, 5 trapped
A building under construction in Bengaluru's Babusapalya area collapsed on Tuesday, killing one and trapping at least 17 others.
Bomb scare: Air India Express, Vistara flights receive threats
An Air India Express flight on its way from Dubai to Jaipur received a bomb threat through email early Saturday morning.
Mahadev betting app mastermind Saurabh Chandrakar arrested in Dubai
Saurabh Chandrakar, the prime accused in the Mahadev betting app scam, has been arrested in Dubai, following an Interpol Red Corner notice issued by India's Enforcement Directorate (ED).
₹2,000 crore drugs found in namkeen packets; Delhi man arrested
In a major drug bust, the Delhi Police Special Cell has seized a drug consignment worth over ₹2,000 crore from a closed shop in Ramesh Nagar.
Emirates bans pagers, walkie-talkies on all its flights
Emirates has issued a travel update prohibiting passengers from carrying pagers and walkie-talkies on all flights to, from, or via Dubai.
Middle East flights suspended amid Israel-Iran conflict; what next
Flights over the Middle East had to be canceled on October 1 following a missile attack by Iran against Israel.
More flights suspended amid Middle East tension; check which airlines
Several major airlines have extended their suspension of flights to and from Israel and Lebanon due to escalating tensions in the Middle East.