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UAE recognises frontline workers with ‘Labour Hero Award’

UAE recognises frontline workers with ‘Labour Hero Award’

More than 33 workers, including cleaners, drivers and technicians, recognised for roles that keep the city running

30 April 2026 11:50 PM IST

UAE ICP warns of fake call scams using its name, logo

30 April 2026 11:42 PM IST

Saudi health authorities list illnesses that prevent Hajj permits

Saudi health authorities list illnesses that prevent Hajj permits

Conditions include pregnancy in the final three months.

30 April 2026 7:13 PM IST

Indian Haj Committee raises airfare by Rs10,000 for pilgrims

Indian Haj Committee raises airfare by Rs10,000 for pilgrims

Pilgrims are required to complete payment by May 15

30 April 2026 6:53 PM IST

Pakistan says engaged with US and Iran to end West Asia conflict

Pakistan says engaged with US and Iran to end West Asia conflict

Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said any communication through Pakistan’s diplomatic channels is “honestly...

30 April 2026 6:43 PM IST

Sheikha Latifa launches five-pillar plan to back creative industries

Sheikha Latifa launches five-pillar plan to back creative industries

'Creative Sector Resilience Portfolio' introduces funding, workspaces and training across five areas

30 April 2026 1:06 AM IST

UAE, Bahrain leaders hold talks in Abu Dhabi

UAE, Bahrain leaders hold talks in Abu Dhabi

Discussions focused on strengthening co-operation and economic ties

30 April 2026 12:57 AM IST

UAE to leave Opec and Opec+ from May 1

UAE to leave Opec and Opec+ from May 1

After exiting Opec, the UAE plans to raise output gradually in line with demand and market conditions

30 April 2026 12:53 AM IST

French foreign minister begins Gulf tour with stop in Riyadh

French foreign minister begins Gulf tour with stop in Riyadh

Jean-Noel Barrot will visit Doha, Abu Dhabi and Muscat as Paris seeks closer coordination with Gulf states

30 April 2026 12:46 AM IST

Muslim World League chief calls for global AI ethics framework

Muslim World League chief calls for global AI ethics framework

Speaking at a conference in Morocco, Mohammed Al Issa warns of risks in unregulated systems and urges limits

30 April 2026 12:40 AM IST

Trump rejects Irans offer on Hormuz, US preparing possible strikes

Trump rejects Iran's offer on Hormuz, US preparing possible strikes

Iran suggested that negotiations on its nuclear programme be postponed until the conflict formally ends and tensions...

29 April 2026 11:03 PM IST

GCC leaders meet in Jeddah for emergency talks on regional security

GCC leaders meet in Jeddah for emergency talks on regional security

Gulf states review defence coordination after recent strikes on energy sites

28 April 2026 11:45 PM IST

Abu Dhabis new toll gates: Here are the updated charges and penalties

Abu Dhabi's new toll gates: Here are the updated charges and penalties

New points in Ghantoot and Sheikh Zayed Street will operate from May 4, with motorists required to register or face...

28 April 2026 11:39 PM IST

UAE announces exit from OPEC effective May 1

UAE announces exit from OPEC effective May 1

The United Arab Emirates will withdraw from the oil cartel and its allied grouping, citing a strategic energy shift and...

28 April 2026 8:20 PM IST

GCC leaders hold extraordinary summit in Jeddah

GCC leaders hold extraordinary summit in Jeddah

Officials review joint efforts and outline steps to strengthen cooperation among member states.

28 April 2026 11:47 PM IST

German Chancellor Merz

US is being “humiliated” in Iran talks, says German Chancellor Merz

“The Iranians are obviously very skilled at negotiating, or rather, very skilful at not negotiating,” Merz said, adding...

28 April 2026 5:58 PM IST