United Arab Emirates: News
Iran, UAE can 'turn the page' on ties: Pezeshkian
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has expressed a desire to "turn the page" on the ongoing conflict in the Middle East with the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Musk's tunnel-digging venture secures major funding at $23B valuation
Elon Musk's tunnel construction venture, The Boring Company, has secured $3 billion in a fresh funding round. The investment values the company at an impressive $23 billion.
Yemen's Houthis attack Saudi energy facilities, injuring over 70 people
Operations at some energy facilities in Saudi Arabia, the world's largest oil exporter, were suspended after Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis launched attacks.
Indian Bank to open representative office in Dubai
Indian Bank has announced its plans to set up a representative office in Dubai. The decision comes after the bank's board approved the move as part of its strategy to expand overseas operations.
Coca-Cola, PepsiCo packaging supplier eyes ₹1,500cr IPO
Chemco Plastic Industries, a leading supplier of plastic packaging products to major companies like Coca-Cola and PepsiCo, is gearing up for an initial public offering (IPO) worth ₹1,500 crore, according to Moneycontrol.
US strikes Iran for second time in 2 days
The United States military has launched fresh strikes on Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) targets in Iran.
Musk's Starlink gets 10-year license to operate in UAE
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has awarded Elon Musk's Starlink a decade-long license to set up and run a public satellite communications network.
Iran's currency nears 2M to a dollar as pressure mounts
Iran's currency, the rial, is on a downward spiral, nearing the unofficial market rate of two million to a US dollar.
Ex-diplomat Navdeep Suri raises concern over SIR process
Former Indian diplomat Navdeep Suri has raised concerns over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) voter roll exercise of the Election Commission of India (ECI).
Trump announces 'most crushing economic operation ever taken' against Iran
United States President Donald Trump has announced what he called the "most crushing economic operation" against Iran.
Brent crude crosses $92 as oil rises for 5th session
Oil prices have surged for the fifth consecutive session, with Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, crossing $92 a barrel.
Iran might be losing control over Strait of Hormuz
Over the last few months, both Iran and the US have claimed control over the critical Strait of Hormuz.
UAE suspends trade, financial dealings with Iran
The United Arab Emirates has announced a suspension of all trade and financial dealings with Iran until further notice.
'New milestone': Shah on return of drug kingpin from UAE
Fugitive drug kingpin Virender Singh Basoya was brought back to India from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB).
Book a holiday in Abu Dhabi, get free UAE visa
The Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has launched a new travel initiative.
Netanyahu rejects US-backed Gaza peace plan
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected a United States-backed Gaza peace plan.
Iran sets new conditions for reopening Strait of Hormuz
Iran has laid out a list of demands for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital trade route that has been at the center of tensions between Iran and the United States.
Trump says planned talks are Iran's 'last chance'
United States President Donald Trump has announced that planned talks with Iran are the "last chance" to avoid further escalation of military action.
Trump accuses Iran of being 'duplicitous' in talks
United States President Donald Trump has accused Iran of being "duplicitous" in its approach to negotiations.
Over 1,340 Indians died by suicide in Gulf countries
Between 2023 and 2025, a staggering number of Indian nationals died by suicide in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.
UAE to adopt India's DigiLocker for academic document verification
India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are working together to integrate India's DigiLocker with UAE's digital platforms.
Etihad is offering 20% off on these international flights
Etihad Airways has launched a special promotional sale for Indian travelers, offering up to 20% off on Business and Economy class fares.
India to now track every sailor across Gulf waters
India has decided to step up its surveillance of Indian seafarers in the Strait of Hormuz and the Gulf of Oman.
Iran claims to have struck US airbase in Jordan
The Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed responsibility for launching ballistic missiles at a United States airbase in Jordan.
'Vessels carried 30 Indian sailors': MEA condemns Iran's Hormuz strikes
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has strongly condemned the attack on two vessels, MT Al Bahiyah and MT Mombasa, in the Strait of Hormuz.
'Tankers ignored warnings': Iran after Hormuz strikes killed Indian sailor
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed that the two Emirati oil tankers, Mombasa and Al Bahiyah, that it struck in the Strait of Hormuz ignored repeated warnings.
Iran claims destroying US Patriot systems in Gulf counterattack
Iran has launched a massive counterattack against the United States, claiming to have destroyed American Patriot missile systems, ammunition depots, and drone infrastructure in the Gulf.
Oil jumps over 4% as Iran declares Hormuz closed
Oil prices have witnessed a sharp spike, rising over 4% on Monday. The surge comes as Iran has expanded its military operations to Gulf states in response to recent US attacks.
US strikes Iran after Tehran announces Strait of Hormuz closure
The United States has launched a fresh round of strikes on Iran after the latter announced an indefinite closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
UAE can now easily get NVIDIA's AI chips
The United States has relaxed its export controls on the United Arab Emirates (UAE), making it easier for companies in the region to access advanced computing items.
UAE lottery: Indian expat in Abu Dhabi wins ₹77cr jackpot
An Indian expatriate living in Abu Dhabi has won the UAE Lottery's Dh30 million (approximately ₹77 crore) jackpot.
Mastermind of ₹6,000cr Mahadev betting syndicate detained in Oman
Sourabh Chandrakar, the fugitive mastermind behind the ₹6,000 crore Mahadev online gambling syndicate, has been detained in Oman.
India urges EU to reconsider metal scrap export restrictions
India has requested the European Union to reconsider its proposed restrictions on metal scrap exports.
'BRICS no ordinary group; contributes $31.5T to global wealth': Doval
National Security Adviser (NSA) Ajit Doval on Tuesday stressed the importance of BRICS at the 16th BRICS National Security Adviser meeting in New Delhi.
India's Russian oil imports have gone up in June
India's crude oil imports from Russia surged to an average of 2.66 million barrels per day (bpd) in June, according to data from maritime and commodity intelligence firm Kpler.
Oil prices fall as Strait of Hormuz reopens
Oil prices witnessed a decline on Friday amid the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and an interim US-Iran deal.
UAE bans social media platforms for under-15s
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced a ban on social media use for children under the age of 15.
Passage of LNG carrier through Hormuz raises hope for India
The successful transit of the Indian liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier Disha through the Strait of Hormuz has raised hopes for 34 vessels waiting to sail toward India.
Trump may announce Iran deal before Friday: Vance
United States Vice President JD Vance has said that President Donald Trump could release a preliminary deal to end hostilities with Iran before Friday.
India's passport, visa provider in UAE changing from July 1
The Embassy of India in Abu Dhabi has announced a major change in the service provider for Indian passport, visa, and consular services across the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Will OPEC+ approve increase in oil output today?
The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and its allies, collectively known as OPEC+, are poised to approve a fourth consecutive increase in their oil output target.
'Iran deal largely negotiated,' Trump says after talks with allies
United States President Donald Trump has announced that a peace deal with Iran has been "largely negotiated."
India buying Russian oil irrespective of US sanctions waivers
India has been buying Russian oil regardless of the United States's sanctions waivers, a senior official from the petroleum ministry said on Monday.
UAE: Drone strike hits Barakah Nuclear Power Plant
A drone strike caused a fire at the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, on Sunday. The incident occurred in an electrical generator outside the plant's inner perimeter.