Oman Odyssey book/Image: ONA In celebration of Oman’s National Day, the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth, unveiled the highly anticipated book Oman Odyssey. Published by the acclaimed Assouline as part of their travel series, the book offers an immersive journey through Oman’s rich history, vibrant […]
Uber and WeRide launched Level 4 driverless robotaxis in Abu Dhabi, operating on Yas Island zones/Image: Uber Uber has officially introduced fully driverless rides in Abu Dhabi, partnering with Chinese autonomous vehicle company WeRide. This launch marks the first commercial robotaxi service without a human driver in the Middle East and expands Uber’s autonomous vehicle […]
The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa will pay a special tribute to legendary actor Dharmendra at its closing ceremony later this week. The veteran star, who passed away on Monday morning at his suburban Mumbai residence at the age of 89, was fondly remembered with a minute’s silence during the closing […]
The news of Dharmendra’s death has not only left a deep void for his fans, but it has also brought an abrupt end to one of Bollywood’s most nostalgic projects. Director Anil Sharma has confirmed that Apne 2 a film meant to unite three generations of the Deol family will now never be made. Apne […]
Dubai’s new law assigns police full control of lost property and penalties reaching AED 200,000/Image: X Dubai has introduced a comprehensive new law regulating lost and abandoned property, centralizing authority with Dubai Police and clarifying procedures for reporting, storing, and reclaiming items. The legislation, Law No. (17) of 2025, replaces the previous Law No. (5) […]
Ranbir Kapoor is the biggest superstar of the modern generation, who has a line-up to dream of. After Animal, he has lined up Love And War with Sanjay Leela Bhansali, followed by Ramayana, Ramayana 2 and Animal Park. While Ramayana and its sequel are scheduled for Diwali 2026 and Diwali 2027 release, there looms a […]
Saudi Arabia adopts volumetric tax for sweetened beverages / AI Generated Image Saudi Arabia is set to fundamentally change how it taxes sweet beverages, marking a pivotal step in its public health and economic strategy. Starting January 1, 2026, the Kingdom will replace its current flat-rate tax with a sophisticated tiered volumetric system. Saudi Arabia […]
Bollywood actor Siddhanth Kapoor was questioned for nearly five hours on Tuesday by the Anti-Narcotics Cell (ANC) of the Mumbai Crime Branch in connection with a high-profile Rs 252 crores drug case. Kapoor appeared at the ANC Ghatkopar Unit around 1 pm and was interrogated extensively before leaving the premises at 6 pm. During the […]
Volcanoes are among the most powerful and captivating natural forces on Earth, continually reshaping landscapes and influencing both weather and climate patterns. Their eruptions can dramatically affect nearby populations, causing hazards such as ashfall, lava flows, and ground deformation. At the same time, volcanic activity creates fertile soils and new landforms, contributing to the planet’s […]
Vice President JD Vance’s bestselling memoir, Hillbilly Elegy, has found itself at the centre of an unexpected and ironic criminal case after authorities revealed that a copy of the book was used to smuggle drugs into an Ohio prison. According to court documents, narcotics were sprayed onto the pages of the memoir and shipped to […]
