Photo:Abu Dhabi The United Arab Emirates (UAE) capital has again clinched the title of the safest city in the world on Numbeo’s list of Global Safest Cities in 2025. This is the ninth consecutive year that Abu Dhabi has received this honour, proving its resolve in the provision of safety and security as well as … Read more
United Arab Emirates (UAE) revolutionized immigration policy through the Golden Visa introduced in May 2019 as a strategic move aimed at attracting talent and Investors. However, some applicants have expressed frustration with the process complaining that they face issues while applying and not getting approved. This special visa plan provides foreigners with advantages like long-term … Read more
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is geared to make a giant leap in space technology by launching MBZ-SAT, its highest-resolution Earth observation satellite. Developed entirely by Emirati engineers at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC), the satellite will launch from Vandenberg Air Force Base in California aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket on Tuesday, … Read more
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has come up with a new technological concept the “UAE Fast Track” that will enable easy entry into airport terminals. This innovative application from the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security, also known as ICP, transforms the experience of immigration for those arriving in the country. The … Read more
In the latest Big Ticket Draw Series 270, four expatriates from India and Bangladesh each won a staggering Dirham 80,000 (approximately 1885731.20 Rs) with three of them being a fruit vendor, a decor worker, and a businessman while the fourth one was a computer engineer. The winners expressed their joy and their intentions towards the money … Read more
The rental market in the United Arab Emirates (UAE)’s Sharjah is changing dramatically. Experts have forecasted that rental prices will remain steep in the city over the next two years. The Emirates has attracted more residents than its neighbouring city of Dubai due to its relatively affordable housing options. The rental situation in Sharjah is dynamic, … Read more
In a significant development, the United Arab Emirates authorities have enforced stringent legal provisions of law to combat hate speech, discrimination, hatred, and extremism in the country. Legal framework for hate speech Under the UAE’s Article 7 of the decree, individuals who engage in hate speech through any form of expression will face severe legal … Read more
The United Arab Emirates-based 48-year-old Pakistani expatriate Shakirullah Khan on Tuesday, January 7 emerged as the lucky winner of a brand new Maserati Grecale car. Khan who works as a driving instructor in the country has been purchasing tickets consistently since 2004. He has been living in Abu Dhabi for more than 15 years and … Read more
The mosque Sayyida Khadija Mosque, named after Prophet Muhammad’s first wife (X-screengrab) A magnificent new grand mosque has been inaugurated in Sharjah’s Al-Waha area, adding to the United Arab Emirates (UAE)’s rich architectural and religious landscape. The mosque Sayyida Khadija Mosque, named after Prophet Muhammad’s first wife was officially inaugurated on Monday, January 6, by … Read more
A recent analysis report has revealed that Indian investors continued to top the list of new non-Emirati companies joining the chamber during the first nine months of 2024, with 12,142 new companies, according to Emirates News Agency WAM. The detailed analysis conducted by the Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under … Read more
