A US federal judge has criticised some terminations carried out under Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), saying the process was unlawful, poorly designed and “deeply troubling”.US District Judge Colleen McMahon ruled on Thursday that the mass cancellations of grants from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) could not stand, blocking the Trump […]
On March 28th, the 26th edition of the National First Line of Defense Forum officially commenced in Abu Dhabi. Organised by the National Unified and Integrated Training System for Readiness and Response under the supervision of the UAE National Medical and Volunteer Reserve Team, the forum followed the theme of “Together for a Nation’s Readiness.”Accredited […]
Kuwait pardoned 539 inmates under Amiri Decree No. 21 of 2026/Representative Image In a move aimed at giving hundreds a second chance, Kuwait has pardoned 539 individuals following directives from His Highness the Amir, Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. The decision was issued under Amiri Decree No. (21) of 2026 and allows some inmates to […]
Azerbaijan grants visa-free travel to Omani citizens for one year/Representative Image Omani nationals will be able to travel to Azerbaijan without obtaining a prior visa under a temporary exemption announced by Oman’s Foreign Ministry. The visa-free arrangement will run for one year, starting 15 February 2026 and ending 15 February 2027, allowing short-term stays under […]
Sharjah granted imams and muezzins government employee status, including promotions, health insurance, allowances, and paid leave benefits/Image: X Sharjah has taken a historic step to formally recognize the contributions of imams and muezzins by granting them the same status and benefits as government employees. The directive, issued by His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed […]
His Majesty Sultan Haitham granted a Royal pardon to 247 prisoners, supporting families during National Day 2025/Image: ONA In a gesture reflecting compassion and social responsibility, His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, the Supreme Commander, has issued a Royal pardon for 247 prisoners, including both citizens and expatriates, coinciding with the celebrations of National Day […]
Saudi Arabia grants Premium Residency to over 100 entrepreneurs from 20 countries, boosting innovation, investment, and Vision 2030 ambitions/Image: SPA In a strategic push to cement its status as a global hub for innovation and investment, Saudi Arabia has granted Premium Residency to more than 100 entrepreneurs representing over 20 nationalities. The announcement, made at […]
Jaipur, September 18 (Udaipur Kiran): The Rajasthan High Court has granted bail to a 19-year-old youth accused of editing and uploading photos and videos of a 23-year-old married woman on social media, on the condition that he will not use any social media platform for the next three years. Justice Ashok Kumar Jain’s single bench […]
Jodhpur, Sept 10 (Udaipur Kiran): The Rajasthan High Court has provided major relief to businesses by striking down part of a GST circular issued by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC), calling it arbitrary and unconstitutional. The court directed the authorities to decide on the GST refund claim of Arihant Oil & […]
Jaipur, Sept 10 (Udaipur Kiran): The Rajasthan High Court has granted conditional bail to Bhupendra Saran, an accused in the 2022 Second Grade Teacher Recruitment paper leak case registered at Bekariya police station in Udaipur. The order was passed by Justice Praveer Bhatnagar, who allowed Saran’s bail plea with strict conditions. The court directed the […]
