United Arab Emirates: News
21 Dec 2024
KuwaitModi on 2-day Kuwait visit, to attend Gulf Cup opening
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on a two-day official visit to Kuwait, the first by an Indian prime minister to the Gulf nation in 43 years.
07 Dec 2024
SyriaAssad's family flees Syria, president's whereabouts unclear: Reports
The family of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, including his wife Asma and their three children, have reportedly fled to Russia as conflict in Syria escalates.
29 Nov 2024
International Cricket Council (ICC)'If PM can have biryani...': Tejashwi on India-Pakistan cricket row
Amid the raging controversy over India's decision to not send its cricket team to Pakistan for the International Cricket Council (ICC) Champions Trophy, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader and former cricketer Tejashwi Yadav has called for separating politics from sports.
24 Nov 2024
Abu DhabiMissing rabbi found dead in UAE; Israel condemns 'antisemitic act'
Zvi Kogan, an Israeli-Moldovan rabbi who had been missing since Thursday, was reportedly found murdered in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
19 Nov 2024
Abu DhabiUAE plans to use AI for cloud seeding, increase rainfall
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) plans to use artificial intelligence (AI) to improve its cloud-seeding operations.
13 Nov 2024
DubaiDubai 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.
23 Oct 2024
BRICS'India supports dialogue, diplomacy...not war': PM Modi at BRICS
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday reiterated India's commitment to dialogue and diplomacy over war at the BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia.
07 Oct 2024
Piyush GoyalIndia-UAE to establish food corridor, investments worth $2bn expected
India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will soon set up a food corridor that could attract $2 billion in investments.
26 Sep 2024
Benjamin NetanyahuIsrael rejects call for 21-day ceasefire with Hezbollah
Israel's Foreign Minister Israel Katz rejected proposals for a cease-fire with Hezbollah on Thursday, after calls from the United States and France for a 21-day pause in warfare.
25 Sep 2024
Asia CupShreyanka Patil vies to become 'best all-rounder' after WBBL snub
Shreyanka Patil, a rising star in Indian women's cricket, has expressed her determination to improve her skills following her exclusion from the 2024 Women's Big Bash League (WBBL).
24 Sep 2024
SamsungTSMC, Samsung in talks to build chip factories in UAE
TSMC and Samsung Electronics are reportedly planning to set up chip manufacturing facilities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
18 Sep 2024
MicrosoftBlackRock, Microsoft to raise $30 billion for AI infrastructure development
BlackRock and Microsoft have announced a strategic partnership to raise $30 billion in private equity capital.
17 Sep 2024
IndiaIndia's gold imports surge to record $10 billion in August
India's gold imports have reached a new high of $10.06 billion in August, more than doubling the previous year's figure of $4.93 billion, as per the Commerce Ministry data.
11 Sep 2024
ICC Women's T20 World CupWomen's T20 WC: Burj Khalifa lights up, ticket prices revealed
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced budget-friendly tickets for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024.
10 Sep 2024
DubaiAfter dumping husband on Insta, Dubai princess launches perfume 'Divorce'
Sheikha Mahra Al Maktoum, the daughter of Dubai's ruler, has launched a new perfume line named Divorce under her brand Mahra M1. The fragrance is a direct reference to her recent high-profile divorce.
08 Sep 2024
Indian GovernmentIndia, UAE to reassess trade agreement amid import concerns
India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are set to reassess their Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) this week, according to Reuters.
04 Sep 2024
Bangladesh Cricket BoardBCB, ECB officials meet to discuss Women's T20 World Cup
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) have held a meeting to discuss the upcoming Women's Twenty20 World Cup.
04 Sep 2024
IIT-DelhiIIT-Delhi inaugurates 1st international campus in Abu Dhabi
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, has inaugurated its first international campus in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
28 Aug 2024
Akshay Kumar'Khel Khel Mein' hasn't even collected ₹25cr in 13 days
The Akshay Kumar-starrer Khel Khel Mein continues to face a tough time at the box office.
19 Aug 2024
BollywoodUAE censors gay scene from 'Khel Khel Mein'—Mudassar Aziz reacts
The United Arab Emirates's Media Regulatory Office has reportedly edited out crucial scenes from the Bollywood film Khel Khel Mein for its theatrical release.
16 Aug 2024
ICC Women's T20 World CupWill UAE host 2024 Women's T20 World Cup?
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been shortlisted as a potential host for the impending 2024 ICC Women's T20 World Cup.
08 Aug 2024
SmartphonesUS is now the largest buyer of India-made smartphones
The United States has overtaken the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as the leading importer of smartphones manufactured in India.
31 Jul 2024
Travel And TourismIndian tourists to spend $18.8B on overseas travel in 2024
A report by FICCI-Nangia predicts that Indian tourists will spend an estimated $18.82 billion on international travel in 2024, as the sector recovers to pre-pandemic levels, and new destinations gain popularity.
31 Jul 2024
Abu DhabiCan UAE's cloud seeding program solve its water woes?
The UAE has launched a decade-long cloud seeding initiative to increase rainfall in its arid regions.
04 Jul 2024
Unified Payments Interface (UPI)Shopping in Dubai? You can now pay using UPI
India's NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL) has teamed up with UAE's Network International to introduce Unified Payments Interface (UPI) payments.
09 Jun 2024
Initial Public Offering (IPO)IPO-bound FirstCry planning to ramp up operations in global markets
FirstCry, India's premier multi-channel retail platform for newborns, kids, and mothers, has unveiled plans to extend its operations globally.
28 May 2024
Indian GovernmentIndian government to enhance workers' skills for overseas job opportunities
The Indian government is planning a significant skill upgrade for its professional workforce.
23 May 2024
SmartphonesSmartphones emerge as India's 4th largest exported items in FY24
Smartphones have climbed the ranks to become India's fourth-largest export item, witnessing a substantial 42% growth and hitting $15.6 billion in FY24, as reported by Business Standard.
02 May 2024
DubaiRain, thunderstorms return to UAE; several flights canceled
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is once again facing severe weather conditions, with heavy rains and thunderstorms causing significant disruption to international flights.
27 Apr 2024
Indian GovernmentIndia to export 99,500 tons of onions to 6 countries
The Indian government has approved the export of 99,500 tons of onions to six neighboring countries.
26 Apr 2024
DubaiGlobal warming, urbanization behind record-breaking floods in UAE, Oman: Study
The northern regions of Oman and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) experienced an unprecedented downpour from April 14 to 15, causing widespread damage to infrastructure and public life.
19 Apr 2024
United KingdomDubai rain: Indian embassy in UAE issues advisory for passengers
The Indian embassy in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Friday issued a travel advisory for Indian passengers in wake of the severe flooding in Dubai, following heavy rain this week.
18 Apr 2024
DubaiDubai floods: Flight disruption continues; remote working extended till tomorrow
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is currently managing the fallout from its heaviest rainfall since 1949—that led to widespread disruption in Dubai.
17 Apr 2024
DubaiExplained: Is artificial rain behind Dubai flood?
In an unusual occurrence, Dubai, a city typically characterized by its arid climate and soaring temperatures, was hit by heavy rainfall on Tuesday.
17 Apr 2024
OmanUAE: Dubai airport flooded, flights diverted after heavy rain
The sudden and heavy rain across several parts of the United Arab Emirates on Tuesday, brought with itself widespread flooding—severely impacting transportation and other services in the country.
16 Apr 2024
ChinaMicrosoft invests $1.5 billion in UAE's AI company G42
Microsoft has announced a substantial investment of $1.5 billion in G42, the leading artificial intelligence company in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
16 Apr 2024
IndiaIndia greenlights onion export to Sri Lanka and UAE
The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has announced that India has approved the export of 10,000 tons of onions to Sri Lanka.
05 Apr 2024
Ministry Of External AffairsReport claims Indian government ordered killings in Pakistan; Centre responds
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has categorically denied allegations of its involvement in targeted assassinations in Pakistan.
01 Apr 2024
National Payments Corporation of IndiaPhonePe users can now pay using UPI in UAE
PhonePe, a prominent digital payment platform, has extended its services to the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
25 Mar 2024
Malayalam Movies'The Goat Life': Prithviraj Sukumaran starrer's Gulf release postponed
The highly anticipated survival drama, The Goat Life (titled Aadujeevitham in Malayalam), starring Prithviraj Sukumaran, is set to be released on Thursday.
11 Mar 2024
Burj KhalifaDubai's desert metropolis: A city of wonders
Dubai, a city in the United Arab Emirates, stands out for its impressive skyline, opulent shopping experiences, and vast desert surroundings.
29 Feb 2024
Travel And Tourism6 most fun airports for a long layover
Long layovers are often seen as an unavoidable inconvenience in air travel.
15 Feb 2024
ChinaBharat Mart: All about India's mega project in UAE
India is planning to establish its own warehousing facility Bharat Mart in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
14 Feb 2024
Narendra ModiPM to inaugurate UAE's BAPS temple: Its special features, architecture
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the first Hindu temple in the United Arab Emirates —Abu Dhabi's BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir—on Wednesday.
13 Feb 2024
Narendra ModiPM Modi holds bilateral talks with UAE president
Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Tuesday, marking his seventh trip to the Gulf nation.
13 Feb 2024
Sam AltmanUAE can become world's AI regulatory sandbox: Sam Altman
OpenAI's Sam Altman has suggested that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) could become the world's "regulatory sandbox" for experimenting with artificial intelligence (AI) technologies.
12 Feb 2024
Narendra ModiPM Modi to visit Qatar after Indian Navy veterans' release
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Monday announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Qatar on Wednesday (February 14) after concluding his two-day United Arab Emirates (UAE) visit.
19 Jan 2024
LifestyleWorld's wealthiest family amasses a staggering $305 billion!
The Al Nahyan royal family of Abu Dhabi boasts an astounding net worth of $305 billion (Rs. 25 lakh crore), making them the wealthiest family globally.
10 Jan 2024
Narendra ModiIndia to become developed nation in 25 years: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that India will become a developed nation in the next 25 years.
31 Dec 2023
Indian ArmyIndia, UAE announce joint military exercise 'Desert Cyclone 2024'
The first edition of the joint military exercise "Desert Cyclone 2024" will kick off on Tuesday (January 2), marking a significant milestone in the strategic collaboration between the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and India.
29 Dec 2023
IsraelWhy Pakistan has banned all New Year celebrations
Pakistan has decided to ban all New Year celebrations, urging citizens to "observe simplicity" to show solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas.
26 Dec 2023
France27 passengers on France-grounded plane seek asylum: What it means
A Romanian charter plane heading for Nicaragua with 303 passengers—mostly Indians—remained grounded in France for four days over suspected human trafficking.
26 Dec 2023
FranceFlight with 300 Indians, grounded in France, lands in Mumbai
A charter plane carrying 276 passengers, mostly Indians, which was grounded in France over suspicions of human trafficking, landed in Mumbai early on Tuesday, PTI reported. Twenty-seven others stayed back.
25 Dec 2023
FranceFlight grounded with 300 Indians allowed to leave France
French prosecutors on Sunday (local time) allowed the grounded charter flight carrying over 300 people, mostly Indians, to leave France after questioning the passengers for two days.
23 Dec 2023
FranceFrance grounds plane carrying 303 Indians over 'human trafficking' suspicions
France grounded a Nicaragua-bound charter flight carrying as many as 303 Indian passengers on Friday over suspected human trafficking.
13 Dec 2023
DubaiMahadev betting scam: Prime accused Ravi Uppal arrested in Dubai
Ravi Uppal, one of the two owners of the Mahadev Book online betting app, was reportedly arrested in Dubai last week following a Red Corner notice from the Enforcement Directorate (ED).
11 Dec 2023
IndiaIndia's crude oil imports from UAE surge: Here's why
India has experienced a significant surge in crude oil imports from the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
01 Dec 2023
Narendra ModiWhat's green credits, climate financing on PM Modi's COP28 agenda
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a grand welcome as he touched down in Dubai on Friday to participate in the World Climate Action Summit at the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference, commonly called COP28.
23 Nov 2023
IndiaIndia's crude oil imports touched 4-month high this October
India experienced a 5.9% increase in crude oil imports in October, totaling 18.53 million metric tons, as reported by the Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell (PPAC).
