Oman is set to unveil a new golden visa programme on August 31, 2025/Representative Image Oman is set to unveil a new golden visa programme for investors on August 31, 2025, aiming to attract global investments and accelerate the country’s digital transformation in commerce. This launch forms part of broader initiatives including support for high-performing […]
Residents can access unlimited bus travel within the emirate through weekly and monthly passes/Representative Image Abu Dhabi residents and short-term visitors can access unlimited bus travel within the emirate through weekly and monthly passes issued by Abu Dhabi Mobility (AD Mobility). These cost-effective passes allow unlimited rides on public buses across Abu Dhabi city, Al […]
Dubai’s new Smart Police Station at Dragon Mart offers 45 services in 7 languages, operating 24/7 without any human staff/Representative Image Dubai Police has taken a significant leap in modernising public services by opening a new Smart Police Station (SPS) in Dragon Mart. With this move, Dubai further strengthens its status as a global leader […]
Talks of a cease-fire in Ukraine have centered on the Donbas, a valued region for both sides and where most of the fighting is taking place. Michael Schwirtz, a global intelligence correspondent, and Anatoly Kurmanaev, a foreign correspondent covering Russia, break down who the Donbas is important to and why. Source link
Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir congratulated Cheteshwar Pujara after the veteran batter announced his retirement from all forms of Indian cricket on Sunday, August 24. Gambhir, also a former Indian batter, lauded Pujara’s resilience and match-saving ability, qualities that defined his long and celebrated Test career. Pujara, 37, retires as one of India’s most dependable […]
Bus carrying junior football team crashes near Pittsburgh; 21 hospitalised (Pic credit: AP) A school bus carrying the Aliquippa Junior High football team overturned on a sharp bend north of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on Saturday, leaving 21 of the 28 passengers injured and hospitalised, officials said.The bus, which was transporting 25 students and three adults to […]
Ministry of Education has denied recent social media rumours about changes to school hours/Representative Image The UAE Ministry of Education has officially denied recent social media rumours about changes to school hours for public school students, including kindergarten. The Ministry reaffirmed that the current timings remain as they are, even as the country prepares for […]
Kuwaiti women have gained clearer routes to property ownership in Kuwait/Image: File Kuwaiti women have gained clearer routes to property ownership under the country’s legal framework, with reforms and protections now allowing them to own homes through housing care, inheritance, or direct purchase, strengthening their economic independence and family security.TL;DR: Kuwaiti women may own property […]
Former Indian middle-order batsman Cheteshwar Pujara on Sunday (August 24, 2025) announced his retirement from all forms of cricket. Son and pupil of former Ranji player Arvind, Pujara grew up piling on big scores even as a boy: a triple-century in Under-14 cricket, and a double against England in Under-19. “As a little boy from […]
Cheteshwar Pujara’s retirement brings the curtain down on one of Indian cricket’s most resolute careers. A throwback to a different era, Pujara’s batting was built on patience, grit and an unshakeable belief in wearing down bowlers. Over 103 Test matches, he scored 7,246 runs at an average of 43.60, including 19 centuries and 35 half-centuries. […]
