Amratlal Tribhovan Das arrived in Dubai 52 years ago, at a time when gold cost just Dh6 a gram. He remembers the date clearly: December 13, 1973. Flying in from Mumbai on an Air India flight, he stepped into a quiet, modest Dubai Airport with only a small bag of clothes and a packet of…
A UAE-based student has achieved one of the rarest academic milestones in the world. On November 23, Saisha Sanaka, a grade 11 student at Brighton College Al Ain, earned a perfect 1600 on the SAT in her very first attempt — a score reached by only a tiny percentage of test-takers globally. Her preparation began…
Dubai has officially revealed the price of 14K gold for the first time, with Dubai Jewellery Group setting the rate at Dh301.75 per gram, making it the cheapest gold variant now available in the emirate. With global gold prices hitting historic highs this year — crossing Dh500 per gram in Dubai and $4,300 per ounce…
Indian music legend AR Rahman has created a special musical tribute for UAE National Day 2025 titled “Jamal Al Etihad.” The song will be officially unveiled on November 29 at 9.30pm at the Layali Al Wathba Theatre during the Sheikh Zayed Festival in Abu Dhabi. Unlike his usual focus on technique and emotion, Rahman describes…
Malayalam actress and renowned classical dancer Anu Sithara has successfully turned a long-cherished dream into reality with the launch of her own dance institution, ‘Kamaladhalam’. The new centre for classical dance is located in Muweilah Commercial, Sharjah, establishing a significant new hub for South Indian art forms in the UAE. The actress, known for her…
In a landmark development for Indian curriculum schools abroad, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially announced that all CBSE-affiliated schools in the UAE and other Gulf countries will implement the new CBSE Global Curriculum starting April 2026. This marks CBSE’s most significant international expansion to date and positions the board as a…
The cultural bond between India and the United Arab Emirates continues to grow stronger, with two landmark initiatives announced during recent bilateral discussions in Abu Dhabi — the establishment of India House and the UAE’s decision to recognize yoga as a competitive sport. India House Coming Up in Abu Dhabi A dedicated India House is…
Indian expats in the UAE are now witnessing a first-of-its-kind transition — three Indian passport designs are currently in circulation: the older booklet, the machine-readable version, and the new chip-enabled e-passport. Announced by the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi on October 28, 2025, this rollout under India’s Passport Seva 2.0 initiative introduces advanced security features,…
Global Village Dubai is back for Season 30, and planning your visit in advance can make all the difference. Whether you’re taking public transport or driving your own car, knowing the best routes, parking options, and ticketing details will help you enjoy a smooth and stress-free day. Getting to Global Village by RTA BusThe Roads…
An 18-year-old Indian expat student, Vaishnav Krishnakumar, has passed away in Dubai after suffering a sudden cardiac arrest during Diwali celebrations in Dubai International Academic City. Vaishnav, a first-year BBA Marketing student, was an outstanding achiever and recipient of the UAE Golden Visa for exceptional academic performance. Despite having no known heart issues, he reportedly…
Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) can now fast-track their immigration process at 13 major Indian airports by enrolling in the government’s Fast Track Immigration – Trusted Traveller Programme (FTI-TTP). However, Aadhaar cards are not accepted as proof of address during registration. The e-Gate facility is currently available at airports in Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad,…
Air India Express has introduced a festive season offer allowing passengers flying from Gulf countries to India to add 10kg of extra baggage for just Dh1. The special promotion applies to bookings made until October 31 for travel up to November 30, across routes from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, Bahrain, and Qatar. According…