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UAE carriers have resumed some flight operations at major airports across the country, including Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, and Ras Al Khaimah, as the Middle East airspace is now partially open again. However, the carriers have reminded air travelers that flight schedules are subject to change, hence the need for air travelers to stay updated…
UAE Arrests Man for Filming in Restricted Area: Why Unauthorised Recording Can Land You in Jail In a move that underscores the UAE’s tightening grip on security and information control, authorities have arrested an individual for trespassing and filming in restricted areas without a permit, a violation that could carry serious legal consequences. The case,…
UAE Sends Emergency Missile Alert: Loud Blasts Heard Across Dubai; Here’s What Happened Residents across the UAE received an alarming notification, an emergency alert warning of a potential missile threat and urging people to immediately seek safety. Within minutes, confusion turned into concern as loud sounds echoed across parts of Dubai, prompting widespread speculation online…
One Day, Two Prayers: What Happens If Eid ul Fitr Falls on Friday in 2026? UAE Fatwa Council Clears the Biggest Prayer Confusion As Muslims across the UAE and beyond await the crescent moon sighting that will mark the end of Ramadan, a unique and widely asked question is what happens if Eid ul Fitr…
PM Modi and UAE president Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan (File photo) NEW DELHI: PM Narendra Modi spoke to the UAE President, Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, for the second time since the war started in West Asia on Feb 28 and reiterated India’s strong condemnation of all attacks on the Gulf country, which…
UAE Labour Law: Can Employers Withhold Salary for Stranded Employees Amidst Iran vs US-Israel War? As geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and Iran vs US-Israel war disrupt travel and leave thousands of expatriates unable to return to the UAE, a pressing question is surfacing across workplaces and WhatsApp groups alike: Can your employer legally…
Air navigation across the United Arab Emirates has returned to normal, the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) confirmed, marking a restoration of regular flight operations after a brief but significant disruption triggered by regional security concerns, as per WAM news agency. According to the news service, the GCAA announced that all temporary precautionary measures imposed…
In a recent update coming from the United Arab Emirates, air traffic operations across the UAE have returned to normal after a temporary shutdown by authorities amid escalating regional tensions. The update was confirmed by UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) on their X handle. It reads, “Air traffic operations return to normal across UAE…
Ramadan 2026: Thousands Fill Mosques in UAE and Saudi Arabia for Laylat ul Qadr (Night of Power) Prayers As Ramadan enters its most spiritually significant phase, thousands of Muslim worshippers across the Gulf have gathered in mosques for special prayers marking Laylat ul Qadr, widely regarded as the holiest night in Islam. Believers in the…
Actor and entrepreneur Vivek Oberoi has opened up about life in the United Arab Emirates amid concerns triggered by the ongoing Iran–Israel conflict. In a new interview, the actor spoke about the situation in Dubai, where he runs multiple business ventures. Actor and entrepreneur Vivek Oberoi has opened up about life in the United Arab…
