Residents urged to keep a safe distance and report sightings through emergency hotline 999 Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s disaster management authority has warned residents not to approach, touch, or photograph any debris from missiles or drones that may fall to the ground following air defense interceptions. The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) Read More…
The UAE authorities have announced a waiver on overstay fines for certain visa holders. The decision was issued by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP). The exemption applies to visitors holding tourist or visit visas, individuals with exit permits, and residents whose residency permits were cancelled to facilitate their departure Read More…
New Delhi: In a significant diplomatic outreach amid rising tensions in West Asia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally spoke to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, urging an immediate end to the ongoing conflict with Iran. Expressing deep concern over the deteriorating regional situation, Modi stressed that protecting civilian lives must remain the highest priority. The Read More…
The UAE is all set to welcome the New Year with grand celebrations, featuring spectacular fireworks displays and a range of festive events across the country. Authorities have announced extended public transport services and strict security measures to ensure smooth celebrations. In Dubai, metro services starting at 5 am on Wednesday, December 31, will continue Read More…
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is preparing to launch a unified tourist visa — the GCC Grand Tours Visa — modeled on the European Union’s Schengen system. The visa will allow seamless travel across all six member nations: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman. Announcing the plan, UAE Minister of Economy Abdulla bin Read More…
Two men from Kerala, Muhammed Rinash A and Muraleedharan P V, were executed in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) after being convicted in separate murder cases. The executions took place after all legal procedures and appeals were exhausted. Muhammed Rinash, a native of Kannur, was working at a travel agency in Al Ain before his Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently welcomed UAE’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, reinforcing the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The discussions focused on expanding cooperation in areas like trade, technology, and energy, particularly highlighting the potential of the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEEC) to enhance connectivity and economic growth. Read More…