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Dubai Taxi Fare Cut: Dubai announces 50% taxi fare cut, free parking – Check who is eligible for new RTA benefits | World News

Dubai RTA introduces 50% taxi fare discounts and parking fee exemptions for eligible residents / Image: file Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced a new agreement to reduce daily transport costs for select residents, introducing 50 per cent discounts on taxi fares alongside exemptions from public parking fees.The initiative, revealed in early April 2026, […]

A former taxi driver is at the centre of Russia’s shadow war across Europe

The plots, say Western security officials, are part of a shadow war by Russia’s intelligence services. An arson attack that destroyed more than 1,000 businesses outside Warsaw. Another that burned an IKEA in Lithuania. A plan to put incendiary devices on cargo planes in Britain, Germany and Poland. But a key figure in these plots, […]

Indian-origin taxi driver Gurmeet Singh to be stripped of US citizenship over rape; hid crime during naturalisation process

The US Department of Justice has announced that it is seeking to revoke the citizenship of Gurmeet Singh, an Indian-origin man who became a naturalised US citizen after hiding a previous conviction for rape.The DOJ said Singh lied about his criminal history when he applied for US citizenship. He had previously kidnapped and sexually assaulted […]

‘Pakistani taxi driver angry at invaders’: British right-wing activist’s conversation on refugee transport costs goes viral

A Pakistani taxi driver has spoken out about what he sees as the wasteful cost of transporting refugees across the UK, according to British right-wing activist Tommy Robinson. The driver, who has lived legally in the UK for two years, spoke to Robinson during a protest in Braintree while driving him in his cab.“Yes. 100 […]

Taxi Driver Arrested for Overcharging American Woman Rs 18,000 for 400 Metres in Mumbai

Mumbai Police have arrested a taxi driver for allegedly cheating an American woman by charging Rs 18,000 for a distance of just 400 metres. The accused has been identified as 50-year-old Deshraj Yadav. According to the police, the incident took place on January 12, when the woman arrived in Mumbai from the United States. She […]

Over 1 lakh items forgotten in Dubai taxis: You won’t believe what people left behind; tips to get it back

Dubai Riders Forget Over 104,000 Items in Taxis in 2025: From Cash to Passports Dubai’s famous taxis are not just fast and reliable, they are also a magnet for forgotten belongings. According to the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), passengers left behind a staggering 104,162 items in taxis across the Emirate during 2025, prompting one […]

‘Safe taxi driver’ Masrob Ali dies along with three teenagers in head-on crash in England, incident caught on CCTV

A taxi driver killed in a devastating head-on crash in Bolton that also claimed the lives of three teenagers has been remembered by his family as a careful driver and a “sweetest, most gentle soul”.54-year-old Masrob Ali died instantly when his car was struck by a Seat carrying three teenagers on Sunday. The crash happened […]

Saudi Arabia partners with US company to launch urban air taxi operations | World News

Saudi Arabia partners with US Archer to launch futuristic VTOL air taxis, transforming urban city travel/Representative Image Saudi Arabia is taking a major step to transform urban travel by launching air taxi services in its major cities. Partnering with US based Archer Aviation, the Kingdom is establishing the regulatory framework, safety systems, and operational infrastructure […]

Dubai unveils 4 launch pads for Flying Taxis: Your guide to boarding the world’s first aerial taxi in 2026 | World News

Dubai gears up as flying taxis get real / AI-Generated Image The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has named four priority vertiport locations where residents and visitors will first be able to board aerial taxis: Dubai International Airport (DXB), Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah. These sites were chosen to connect major transport hubs, […]

Dubai taxi colours explained: The meaning behind all seven roof shades | World News

Dubai taxi roofs are colour-coded, with different colours implying a different kind of ride. Image: AI Representative Image. Dubai’s public transportation is renowned globally for its sophistication and user-friendly approach. Among its numerous transit options, the taxi network stands out for its unique feature – brightly coloured roofs. These colours are not mere aesthetics but […]