[ad_1] UAE confirms Ramadan 2026 begins February 19, with moon-sighting committees uniting faith, tradition, and astronomy for the holy month /representation of AI The UAE has officially confirmed that Ramadan 2026 will begin on Thursday, February 19, 2026, following the successful sighting of the new crescent moon. Astronomers and moon-sighting committees across the Emirates observed […]
[ad_1] The suspect converted a bedroom into an unlicensed clinic, performing hair transplants using unsafe equipment, anaesthetics, and disinfectants/ Representative image for illustrative purposes only The Anti-Economic Crimes Department at Dubai Police’s General Department of Criminal Investigation, in cooperation with the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), has arrested a man for practising medicine without a licence […]
[ad_1] Emirates NBD ends OTP codes, makes app approval mandatory for transactions Emirates NBD will replace one-time passwords (OTPs) sent by SMS or email with app-based verification through its ENBD X mobile app, starting a phased rollout on 1 November 2025 and extending to debit/credit card alerts soon after. The move follows a wider Central […]
[ad_1] The UAE launched fellowships with top universities, training 200 Emiratis in AI and economic policy/Image: X In a move that underscores the UAE’s commitment to future-ready governance, a new fellowship initiative has been launched to equip Emirati professionals with deep expertise in economic strategy, international policy, and artificial intelligence. The programme, developed in partnership […]
[ad_1] 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 […]
[ad_1] Etihad Rail’s passenger trains, launching in 2026, will connect Abu Dhabi to Dubai in 57 minutes/Image: WAM Etihad Rail’s ambitious passenger train project took center stage at the Global Rail 2025 exhibition in Abu Dhabi, where visitors got their first close look at the soon-to-be operational service set to redefine intercity travel across the […]
[ad_1] Residents must earn between AED 4,000 and AED 15,000 monthly to sponsor family or friends for UAE visit visas/ Representative Image Thinking of inviting your parents, siblings, or even a friend, to visit you in the UAE? You’ll now need to show what’s in your paycheck. The country has introduced new income rules for […]
[ad_1] October 2025 UAE fuel prices rise slightly, practical tips for commuters, families, and middle-class residents to save money/ representative Image The UAE Fuel Price Committee has announced the fuel prices for October 2025, reflecting a slight increase across all fuel types compared to September. These adjustments align with global oil market trends and are […]
[ad_1] Essential documents and visa process for truck drivers entering the UAE for goods transportation/Representative Image Truck drivers involved in cross-border transportation of goods can now apply for a multi-entry visit visa to the UAE, enabling them to enter the country multiple times over a span of 30, 60, or 90 days. This visa comes […]
[ad_1] Sharjah’s SRTA added nine Euro 5 buses, expanding its fleet to 138, boosting eco-friendly transit/Image: WAM Sharjah’s Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA) has introduced nine new buses meeting Euro 5 emission standards, increasing the emirate’s total bus fleet to 138. This move is part of SRTA’s ongoing plan to modernise public transport, meet rising […]
