Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan visits UAE National Guard HQ, highlighting readiness, training, technology, and strong leadership support for national defense. His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and UAE Minister of Defence, visited the National Guard headquarters in Abu Dhabi on 3 October 2025. He […]
Registration is now open for Dubai Fitness Challenge 2025, featuring 30 days of free citywide activities/Image: X Returning this November, the Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC) 2025 is set to become the city’s most inclusive, community-driven fitness campaign to date. With its largest-ever roster of flagship events, free classes, and global sporting tournaments, DFC 2025 invites […]
Thousands gathered at Burj Lake, capturing the dazzling return of Dubai Fountain after five months, with music, lights, and water jets soaring/ Image: DXB Media Office After nearly six months of silence, the Dubai Fountain made its long-awaited return with a newly upgraded showcase that drew thousands to the heart of Downtown. According to local […]
The Dubai Fountain closed on April 19, 2025, for a five-month upgrade and will officially reopen today, October 1, 2025/ Image: X After five months of intensive redevelopment, the Dubai Fountain is set to officially reopen on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. Emaar has confirmed the date and shared details about a thorough two-phase upgrade designed […]
Shiju plans to share his Big Ticket winnings with 11 colleagues who’ve joined him in buying tickets for eight years/ Image: Big Ticket.ae After eight years of entering the Big Ticket draw without success, Shiju Muthathian Veettil, a 39-year-old Indian bartender from Kerala, finally saw his perseverance rewarded. Based in Dubai for the past 13 […]
The new luxury patrols enhance security at major tourist sites, offering real-time assistance, guidance, and increased police presence/ Image: Dubai Police Dubai Police celebrated World Tourism Day by adding three powerful Mercedes-Benz supercars to their luxury patrol fleet. These eye-catching cars boost police presence in busy tourist spots, helping officers offer real-time assistance and keep […]
Suryakumar Yadav (AP Photo) Team India skipper Suryakumar Yadav found himself in the spotlight for reasons beyond his batting in the Asia Cup 2025 final, as Pakistan legend Wasim Akram questioned his decision to call for an ‘obstruction on the field’ check during Pakistan’s innings in Dubai on Sunday.The flashpoint came in the 16th over […]
Dubai’s new framework will pilot self-driving heavy trucks on five key logistics routes, aiming to boost efficiency and safety/ Image: RTA In a significant leap toward future-ready logistics, Dubai has officially introduced a comprehensive regulatory framework for autonomous heavy vehicles. This move follows closely on the heels of permitting three Chinese firms — Baidu’s Apollo […]
HDFC Bank’s Dubai branch continues serving 1,489 existing customers; business deemed immaterial to overall bank operations and finances/ AI Image for illustrative and creative purposes only HDFC Bank’s Dubai International Financial Centre has been barred from onboarding new clients or offering financial services to them, following regulatory action by Dubai’s financial watchdog. The action stems […]
Pakistan and Indian players stand for national anthem before the start of the Asia Cup cricket match between India and Pakistan at Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai,United Arab Emirates, Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025. (AP Photo/Altaf Qadri) For the first time in the 41-year history of the Asia Cup, India and Pakistan will face off […]
