United Arab Emirates: News
18 Feb 2022
Travel And Tourism5 things to do in The United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates is a popular destination among tourists for its rich history and culture.
31 Dec 2021
EntertainmentSRK to Mohanlal, these 5 actors received UAE golden visa
Every entrepreneur aspiring to expand their business looks forward to bagging the UAE (United Arab Emirates) golden visa.
29 Dec 2021
Narendra ModiModi's UAE visit in January postponed as Omicron cases rise
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's scheduled visit to the United Arab Emirates in January has reportedly been postponed amid concerns over the threat posed by the Omicron variant.
13 Dec 2021
DubaiDubai becomes world's first paperless city; over $350 million saved
Dubai has become the first government in the world to become completely paperless, said Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Emirate's Crown Prince.
07 Dec 2021
Narendra ModiUAE, Kuwait to be Modi's first foreign visit in 2022
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to start his foreign trip in 2022 by visiting the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait early next month.
03 Nov 2021
Jammu And KashmirHow refusal to use Pakistan's airspace could kill Srinagar-Sharjah flights
Pakistan has reportedly refused to allow the use of its airspace to flights between Jammu and Kashmir's Srinagar to the United Arab Emirates' Sharjah.
08 Sep 2021
DubaiJeev becomes world's first golfer to receive Dubai Golden Visa
Star Indian golfer Jeev Milkha Singh has become the first professional golfer in the world to receive the prestigious 10-year Dubai Golden Visa in recognition of his outstanding achievements in the sport.
02 Sep 2021
DubaiHeard of gold Vada Pav? Dubai restaurant is serving one
What's better than Vada Pav? A gold Vada Pav.
23 Aug 2021
Akshay Kumar'Bell Bottom': Saudi Arabia, Qatar ban Akshay Kumar's espionage thriller
Akshay Kumar's period film Bell Bottom was the first major theatrical release, massively boosting the suffering movie industry of the country.
19 Aug 2021
AfghanistanGhani shares video, says he would've been hanged in Afghanistan
Former Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani on Wednesday said he supports the ongoing talks between the Taliban and former government officials.
08 Jul 2021
DubaiDubai: Fiery explosion on container ship sends tremors across city
A fiery explosion erupted on a container ship anchored in Dubai at Jebel Ali Port late Wednesday, sending tremors across the commercial hub of the United Arab Emirates.
10 May 2021
Emirates AirlinesDubai-based airline Emirates to ship aid for free into India
Dubai's long-haul carrier Emirates has set up a humanitarian air bridge aimed at transporting urgent medical and relief items to India for free to help fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.
16 Apr 2021
DubaiSix Indians win lucky draw worth over $2,72,000 in UAE
Six Indians in the UAE have jointly won a lucky draw worth one million dirhams.
14 Apr 2021
KeralaAbsconding rape accused traced to UAE, deported to India
The United Arab Emirates has deported a rape accused from Kerala, Muhamed Hafis Vattaparambil Umer, against whom an Interpol Red Notice was issued on the CBI's request, officials said.
11 Apr 2021
Books5-year-old Indian-American reads 36 books in 105 minutes; sets record
A five-year-old Indian-American girl has set a record for reading the maximum number of books non-stop.
24 Mar 2021
DubaiDubai's deputy ruler Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid dies at 75
Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the deputy ruler of Dubai and Finance Minister of the United Arab Emirates, has died, his brother said on Wednesday. He was 75.
11 Mar 2021
Indian Premier League (IPL)Brand value of Indian Premier League slips amid COVID-19 pandemic
In a huge development, the brand value of Indian Premier League (IPL) has slipped for the first time since its inception.
10 Feb 2021
DubaiArab spacecraft enters orbit around Mars in historic flight
A spacecraft from the United Arab Emirates swung into orbit around Mars on Tuesday in a triumph for the Arab world's first interplanetary mission.
09 Feb 2021
Mars Orbiter MissionArab spacecraft closes in on Mars on historic flight
A spacecraft from United Arab Emirates was set to swing into orbit around Mars in the Arab world's first interplanetary mission on Tuesday, the first of three robotic explorers arriving at the red planet over the next week and a half.
25 Jan 2021
DubaiDubai: New Hindu temple to open by Diwali next year
A majestic new Hindu temple with a distinct Arabian look is expected to open its doors for worshippers in Dubai by October next year, during Diwali.
04 Dec 2020
South AfricaZTE Axon 20 5G, with under-display camera, launched globally
ZTE has launched its Axon 20 5G model in the global markets. The handset was introduced in China in September as the world's first commercial smartphone with an under-display camera.
17 Nov 2020
BollywoodSonu Nigam does not want son to become a singer
Singer Sonu Nigam, who never shies away from speaking his mind, recently opened up about his son's career plans.
03 Sep 2020
AMOLEDNubia Red Magic 5S goes on sale globally
Nubia's flagship smartphone, the Red Magic 5S has gone on sale in over 40 countries.
14 Aug 2020
Donald TrumpWith Trump's help, Israel, UAE strike deal to normalize relations
In a surprise announcement on Thursday, US President Donald Trump said that Israel and UAE have struck a historic peace deal to normalize diplomatic relations.
20 Jul 2020
MicrosoftNewsBytes Tech Briefing: TikTok considering HQ relocation; UAE's Mars mission
A lot has happened over the weekend!
28 Jun 2020
VaccineChinese COVID-19 vaccine shows promise in human trials: Details here
As the world deals with the novel coronavirus pandemic, China National Biotec Group (CNBG) has announced a major milestone in the effort to develop a vaccine for the deadly respiratory disease.
02 Jun 2020
SamsungSamsung Galaxy M11 and Galaxy M01 launched in India
Expanding its range of affordable smartphones, Samsung has launched the Galaxy M11 and Galaxy M01 in India.
09 May 2020
KeralaKerala: Two Indians flown from UAE test positive for COVID-19
Two Indians repatriated from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have tested positive for coronavirus in Kerala, said CM Pinarayi Vijayan on Saturday.
06 Mar 2020
DubaiDubai ruler Sheikh Mohammed abducted daughters, UK court finds
A United Kingdom court has accepted as proved the allegations of abduction, torture, and threats against the billionaire ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al-Maktoum (70).
25 Dec 2019
IndiaIndia to witness annular solar eclipse after Christmas: Details here
Before bidding goodbye to 2019, India will catch a glimpse of the year's last solar eclipse.
24 Dec 2019
WhatsAppUninstall ToTok messenger, it is UAE's surveillance app
When Israeli malware was caught spying on WhatsApp chats of thousands of activists, journalists, and academicians, we knew that the nightmares of dystopian state surveillance are coming to life.
16 Dec 2019
New ZealandTop five best road trips around the world
A road trip can be a great way to relax and reconnect with yourself after months, perhaps years of back-breaking and mind-numbing toil at work.
18 Nov 2019
DubaiThe most beautiful skyscrapers in the world
By definition, a skyscraper is a building that exceeds the height of at least 100 meters or 330 ft. But we're not talking of skyrocketing heights today. Being tall doesn't translate to looking stylish.
20 Sep 2019
XThousands worldwide, including ex-Saudi royal adviser, have Twitter accounts suspended
On Friday, the microblogging site Twitter said that it has closed down thousands of accounts on its platform for spreading fake news and pro-government propaganda.
15 Sep 2019
DubaiIndian electrician jailed for molesting 5-year-old boy in Dubai
A 33-year-old Indian man has been sentenced to six months in prison for molesting a five-year-old boy in a sharing villa in Dubai.
06 Sep 2019
DubaiTop five hidden gems of Dubai you should explore
Featuring gigantic buildings, spectacular deserts, and adrenaline-boosting adventure sports- Dubai is a paradise for all sorts of travelers.
24 Aug 2019
WorldUAE woman files for divorce because husband was "too loving"
While we often hear tragic stories of divorce where the spouse feels mistreated, abused or ignored, a woman in the United Arab Emirates is divorcing her husband because he is "too loving."
27 Jul 2019
Elon MuskTesla in India by 2020: Elon Musk tells IIT-M students
While your dreams of owning a Batmobile, all gadgets in tow, may not come to fruition anytime soon, Indians could soon be driving their cars on autopilot, as tech entrepreneur Elon Musk plans to launch his electric automotive company Tesla in India by next year.
21 Jul 2019
DubaiIndian comedian dies on stage; audience mistook it for performance
In a tragic incident, a 36-year-old Indian stand-up comedian died on stage while performing his set in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
06 Jul 2019
DubaiIndian rupee now accepted at Dubai Duty Free shops
What comes as good news for Indian passengers, the Indian rupee will now be accepted for all transactions at Duty Free shops of Dubai airports.
