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Two Indian expats among 5 dead in Sharjah building fire
Two Indian expatriates were among the 5 people dead and injured 44 others after a massive fire broke out in an apartment building in Sharjah on Thursday, April 4, a media report said. The…
- Middle East
In a first, Sharjah set to host Drone Champions Race
Sharjah is all set to host its first-ever Drone Champions Race from Saturday, April 20 to Sunday, April 21l at the Al Majaz Amphitheater.. MultiGP, the world’s largest drone racing league, is…
- Middle East
UAE: 70K people pray at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque on 27th night of Ramzan
Abu Dhabi: The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi welcomed a record number of worshippers on the 27th night of Ramzan. A total of 70,000 people attended prayers, including 11,589 performing…
- Middle East
UAE: Up to Rs 22 lakh fine for illegal trade in fireworks
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Public Prosecution announced the imposition of a fine of up to Dirham 100,000 (Rs 22,68,129) and one year jail for illegal trade in fireworks. Ahead…
- Middle East
BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi hosts interfaith cultural eve
Abu Dhabi: Bringing together over 200 leaders and community members from diverse faiths and backgrounds under one roof during the ongoing month of Ramzan, the BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi hosted…
- Middle East
Etihad Airways set to launch new flights to Saudi Arabia, India
In a move to broaden its network and enhance connectivity within the Middle East, Abu Dhabi-based carrier Etihad Airways has announced the addition of Al Qassim, Saudi Arabia, to its growing list…
- Middle East
New entertainment destination in UAE: Big Balloon Ride launches in Sharjah
Sharjah: Soar to new heights this Eid Al-Fitr 2024 as Fly High Balloon Operations LLC recently launched its inaugural Big Balloon Ride at the Al Majaz Waterfront in Sharjah, offering a thrilling…
- Middle East
Dubai Media Council launches Eid In Dubai campaign
Dubai: The Ramzan In Dubai campaign, concluded on Saturday on a high note capping a month-long celebration of the Holy Month. The unique initiative, launched by the Dubai Media Council at the…
- Middle East
Dubai welcomes 3.67M overnight visitors in first two months
Dubai welcomed 3.67 million overnight visitors in January-February 2024, with an increase of over 18 per cent year-on-year (YoY), figures released by Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) showed. According to…
- Middle East
Dubai to build mosque in memory of Ukrainian woman who embraced Islam
In a heartening display of solidarity and community spirit, Dubai plans to build a mosque in memory of Ukrainian woman Daria Kotsarenko, who recently passed away few hours after embracing Islam, while…
- Middle East
Eid Al-Fitr 2024: Dubai, Sharjah announces free parking dates
The authorities in Dubai and Sharjah have announced free public parking during the upcoming Eid Al-Fitr holidays. On Friday, April 5, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced that all public parking,…
- Middle East
UAE halts coordination of humanitarian aid with Israel
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has reportedly halted the coordination of humanitarian aid with Israel against the backdrop of the killing of seven aid group workers in Gaza Strip. The UAE foreign…
- Middle East
Watch: Dubai mobile number ‘058-7777777’ auctioned for Rs 7 cr
Dubai: A unique mobile number ‘058-7777777’ was sold for a record Dirham 3.2 million (Rs 7,26,97,684) at the ‘Most Noble Numbers’ auction in Dubai. Bidding for this number started with Dirham 100,000…
- Middle East
Two African manatees finds new home at Abu Dhabi’s National Aquarium
Dubai: The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi welcomed two African manatees to their new home, becoming the first ambassadors of their species in the region. African manatees are extremely rare and only a…
- Middle East
Dubai Crown Prince announces golden visa for imams, muezzins
Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, the Crown Prince of Dubai, on Wednesday, April 3, announced a decision granting golden residency to a number of imams, preachers and religious researchers on the occasion…