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UAE eVisa guide for GCC residents: Who can apply and how to get the entry permit

GCC residents can now apply for an electronic entry permit before traveling. This UAE eVisa allows eligible expatriates a stay of up to thirty days. Applicants need a valid GCC residence permit and a passport with six months validity. The application process involves submitting documents and paying applicable fees online.…

The Economic Times

Dubai's new shared housing law explained: What it means for Indians sharing flats with roommates

Dubai's new shared housing law will introduce mandatory permits and stricter rules. Tenants can no longer rent out rooms without landlord approval. Properties must meet building standards and occupancy limits for permits. Only owners or licensed establishments can legally lease shared housing units. Violations will incur significant fines and potential…

The Economic Times

US embassies urge citizens to consider departing Middle East

DUBAI - US embassies in capitals across the Middle East on Saturday warned American citizens to beware of an "unforeseen escalation" in the regional conflict and urged them to be ready to leave.

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In 2024, a Dubai developer proposed a 72-km mangrove wall with 100 million trees: Why their tangled roots would shield beaches from waves and erosion

Mangroves offer natural coastal protection by reducing wave energy and stabilizing shorelines. These forests significantly decrease flood risks and prevent substantial annual flood damages worldwide. They also act as vital carbon sinks, aiding climate change mitigation efforts globally. Furthermore, mangroves provide essential nursery habitats supporting marine life and food security.…

The Times of India

How Iran's military ran a $4bn gambling network as part of a sanctions-dodging op: Report

A sophisticated $4 billion sanctions-evasion network has allegedly helped Iran move money through illegal online gambling operations, cryptocurrency transactions and an unlicensed Dubai-based crypto exchange. The network gave sanctioned Iranian entities access to global cryptocurrency markets despite Western restrictions, according to the Reuters investigation.

The Times of India

16 Indians, including 10 seafarers, killed in Middle East conflict: Govt

Sixteen Indian nationals, including ten seafarers, have died in the Middle East conflict this year. Seventy-five Indians sustained injuries across several Middle Eastern nations due to the ongoing hostilities. The government is coordinating repatriation and medical treatment for affected citizens. Indian medical students in Iran are facing challenges due to…

The Economic Times

Daniel Kinahan faces extradition from Dubai to Ireland – what we know

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Irish authorities preparing for Daniel Kinahan’s extradition from Dubai

Sources say a timeline for Kinahan’s transportation back from Dubai has not been finalised.

Evening Standard

She Dreamed Of Becoming A Famous Model, Until Men At A Party Left Her Fighting For Her Life

Maria Kovalchuk traveled to Dubai pursuing modeling opportunities. She entered a room with a group of wealthy young men and awoke in a hospital with a broken spine.

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Telegram CEO Pavel Durov on Russia's wanted list: Everything to know about his $6.6 billion net worth, 100+ children, and life in Dubai

Pavel Durov net worth: Russia's Federal Security Service has charged Telegram co-founder Pavel Durov and has accused him of facilitating terrorist activities. On Russia's wanted list, Pavel Durov's net worth is estimated at $6.6 billion, reflecting Telegram's global reach. He previously stated intentions to share his fortune with his more…

The Economic Times

UPI now accepted for online Burj Khalifa bookings before Indians arrive in Dubai; first for UAE attraction

Indian travellers can now book Burj Khalifa tickets online using UPI. This integration makes the Dubai attraction the first in the UAE to accept UPI for e-commerce. The move expands UPI's reach beyond in-store payments to online travel bookings. It allows Indian visitors to complete purchases before their travel to…

The Economic Times

Emirates now accepts cryptocurrency for flight bookings; here's how it works

Emirates has launched Crypto.com Pay as a payment option on its website and mobile app, allowing eligible UAE residents to pay for flight bookings using cryptocurrency. The service supports bookings settled in UAE dirhams and is part of the airline's push to expand digital payment options under Dubai's cashless economy…

The Economic Times

Chennai airport chaos: Flyers face hours-long wait at international terminal entry

Hundreds of international passengers at Chennai airport allegedly faced hours-long delays on Tuesday morning after several entry gates to the international terminal remained closed during peak departure hours. Travellers bound for destinations including London, Dubai and Singapore reported long queues, raising concerns over missed flights and terminal management.

The Economic Times

Dubai-Mumbai IndiGo flight diverted to Rajkot after cargo hold smoke alert; passengers evacuated

An IndiGo flight from Dubai to Mumbai made an emergency landing in Rajkot. Smoke was detected in the cargo hold area, prompting the diversion. The aircraft landed safely with 194 passengers and crew members on board. All individuals were evacuated without any injuries from the plane. Technicians are now examining…

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Iran seeks to 'sow confusion among Gulf states' by targeting Bahrain and Kuwait

As Iranian drones and missiles target Bahrain and Kuwait, RFI spoke with Mahdi Ghuloom of the Dubai-based ORF Middle East think tank, who believes long-standing tensions, the small size of the two countries and divisions over how the Gulf should respond are playing their part in this development.

International Business Times UK

'Dangerous to Deal With': Piers Morgan Scraps Interview With Katie Price's Husband After Threat

Katie Price's marriage to Lee Andrews faces intense scrutiny due to legal troubles and public drama, including a cancelled Piers Morgan interview and ongoing issues in the UK and Dubai.

The Independent UK

Dubai offers residents £600 to invite tourists to region

Residents who nominate guests will be eligible for discounted hotel stays, dining experiences and attraction tickets

The Economic Times

Wife paid Rs 58 lakh from Indian bank a/c, husband paid Rs 80 lakh from UAE bank a/c for property purchase; she gets tax notice for unexplained investment, wins case in ITAT Mumbai for this reason

To purchase property in India, wife paid Rs 58 lakh from her bank a/c and husband paid Rs 80 lakh via his UAE bank a/c using Dubai exchange bureau; she got tax notice for unexplained property investment; she fights and wins case in ITAT Mumbai for this reason. Know how…

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'Desperate' or Smart? Dubai Pays Residents £600 to Bring Tourists Back as Iran War Empties Hotels

Dubai launches the 'A Dubai Invite' scheme, rewarding residents with benefits worth more than AED3,000 (£610/$816) for attracting tourists after the Iran conflict hit hotels and airlines.

Evening Standard

Katie Price calls out husband Lee Andrews for 'hurting other people' as she tires of 'ridiculous' drama

Model said that ‘there is no smoke without fire’ while discussing rumours about her husband of seven months

International Business Times UK

Why Was Katie Price's Father-In-Law Detained and Freed From Al-Awir Prison in Dubai?

Katie Price's father-in-law has reportedly been released from Dubai's Al-Awir prison as her husband Lee Andrews remains detained amid opaque fraud allegations and a fresh leaked audio controversy.

The Guardian - UK

Dubai offers £600 rewards to residents who lure friends to visit as tourist numbers plummet

Residents eligible for dining and hotel packages if they can persuade family and friends to city spurned by visitors amid Iran war

Evening Standard

Katie Price's husband Lee Andrews' family make bombshell claim amid prison stint

Andrews, who married Katie Price in January, reportedly sent a second period in prison earlier this month

Bangkok Post

US-Iran strikes: latest developments

DUBAI - US President Donald Trump on Wednesday pledged to stage tit-for-tat bomb attacks on Iranian civil infrastructure every time Tehran fired at ships in the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

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Pizzas, parathas and solidarity: Supporters from Mumbai to Dubai are feeding Jantar Mantar

Jantar Mantar has seen an unusual show of solidarity over the past two days – not in the form of slogans, but pizzas, parathas and water bottles.

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