Saudi Arabia issues new packaging rules for fruits and vegetables: What suppliers and vendors must know | World News

[ad_1] All packaged fruits and vegetables in Saudi markets must now display labels with product name, net weight, origin, and producer details/ Representative Image Saudi Arabia has announced strict new regulations for the packaging and labelling of fruits and vegetables sold in local markets, reinforcing national efforts to ensure food safety, enhance environmental sustainability, and […]

Ramadan in UAE: Essential rules, etiquette, and legal guidelines every expat should know | World News

[ad_1] During Ramadan in the UAE, expats must avoid eating, smoking, and wear modest clothing in public/Representative Image During the holy month of Ramadan, daily life in the UAE undergoes a noticeable shift. This period is marked by fasting, prayer, and reflection for Muslims — but also brings important cultural and legal expectations for non-Muslim […]

UAE clarifies new corporate tax rules for free zones: What Businesses need to know now | World News

[ad_1] UAE Free Zones offer tax breaks, full foreign ownership, and sector-specific benefits, playing a key role in the country’s economic growth/ Image: UAE Ministry of Finance The UAE has introduced two new ministerial decisions aimed at clarifying how corporate tax rules apply to Free Zone businesses, providing much-needed precision on qualifying activities and acceptable […]

‘Never meant to target’: ‘Alien Enemies Act’ not applicable for Venezuelan gang; federal court rules against Donald Trump’s move

[ad_1] A federal appeals court ruled on Tuesday that US president Donald Trump cannot invoke an 18th-century wartime law to accelerate the deportation of individuals accused of belonging to a Venezuelan gang. The three-judge panel of the 5th US Circuit Court of Appeals, one of the nation’s most conservative appellate courts, blocked a major administration […]

Illegal use of troops: US court slams Trump, judge rules Guard deployment in California broke law; LA immigration protests at center of clash

[ad_1] A federal judge has ruled that US President Donald Trump’s use of National Guard troops during immigration enforcement protests in Southern California violated federal law. US District Judge Charles Breyer, sitting in San Francisco, issued the ruling, finding that the administration overstepped legal boundaries by deploying troops to the Los Angeles area over the […]

US tightens visa rules: Interview waivers ends from September 2; Is India spared from toughest restrictions?

[ad_1] From September 2, 2025, nearly all non-immigrant visa applicants will be required to attend in-person interviews with US consular officers. The US state department has confirmed that this marks the end of age-based exemptions and “drop box” renewals for many categories of visas, affecting students, professionals, and frequent travelers.What is changingUntil now, applicants under […]

New passport rules for Indian expats in Dubai: What applicants need to know about 2025 photo guidelines | World News

[ad_1] Indian passport applications in Dubai must include ICAO-compliant photographs/Image: File Starting September 1, Indian expats in Dubai applying for new passports or renewals must submit photographs that conform to International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) standards. The directive was officially circulated by India’s Ministry of External Affairs to all embassies and consulates worldwide, including the […]

Kuwait new school canteen rules: Health, oversight, and nutrition come first | World News

[ad_1] Kuwait introduces new rules for school canteens/Representative Image Kuwait’s Public Authority for Food and Nutrition (PAFN) has enforced updated regulations for school canteens, under Ministerial Resolution No. 5. These regulations elevate food safety, nutritional standards, and operational efficiency across educational institutions, advancing the country’s public health agenda and development goals under “New Kuwait 2035.”TL;DR: […]

Back-to-School season: Dubai RTA tightens school bus safety rules for 2025–2026 academic year | World News

[ad_1] RTA has rolled out enhanced guidelines and safety checks for all school bus operators and drivers/Image: File Ahead of the 2025–2026 academic year, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has rolled out enhanced guidelines and safety checks for all school bus operators and drivers, aiming to uphold the highest standards of student health, safety, […]

Indian buyers warned: Using international credit cards for Dubai property payments, violates RBI rules | World News

[ad_1] Indian buyers using international credit cards for Dubai property risk violating FEMA, bypassing RBI’s $250,000 LRS, and facing penalties/Representative Image Indian buyers investing in overseas real estate, particularly in Dubai, have been cautioned against using international credit cards (ICCs) for down payments. Such transactions can violate Indian foreign exchange laws and attract serious legal […]