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The Government of Dubai has approved an ambitious AED 18.3 billion (approximately US$4.99 billion) investment plan to enhance employment opportunities, education, and overall quality of life across the emirate. The wide-ranging programme aims to create 15,000 new jobs, develop 800 parks and open spaces, and add 120,000 new school seats in affordable institutions. The initiative…

The UAE has been ranked the world’s most attractive destination for entrepreneurs, reaffirming its reputation as a global startup and business hub. According to a new analysis by TASC Corporate Services, the UAE scored 930 out of 1,000, with perfect marks for business-friendliness and ecosystem support. The report assessed 15 major business destinations based on…

Commuters in the UAE have another reason to smile — the country continues to offer some of the most affordable taxi fares globally, according to the latest report by Numbeo. The study reveals that the average cost of a one-kilometre taxi ride in the UAE is Dh2.50, ranking the nation 76th worldwide. This places the…

New York’s first Muslim and youngest mayor in over a century, Zohran Mamdani, tied the knot with Syrian-American artist Rama Duwaji in a breathtaking celebration in Dubai. The couple, who met on the dating app Hinge in 2021, got engaged in October 2024 before hosting a lavish nikah and engagement ceremony at Vida Creek Harbour,…

India’s Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has introduced a new evaluation system called the Holistic Progress Card (HPC) for its Middle Stage students (Classes 6–8), a move away from traditional mark-based reporting. The announcement came during the opening day of the 1st International and 31st Annual Conference of Sahodaya School Complexes in Dubai. The…

The UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) has rolled out a recently overhauled system to simplify the recognition of international university degrees, marking a significant step toward attracting global talent and supporting international students and professionals in the country. The Recognition Report, an official document confirming that a foreign qualification aligns with…

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced new taxi fares for rides booked through smart apps, effective immediately. These changes do not apply to customers hailing taxis directly on the street. The minimum taxi fare has increased from Dh12 to Dh13. The RTA has also introduced new dynamic peak-hour rates and booking fees that…

Rizwan Sajan, founder and chairman of the Danube Group, has built one of the UAE’s most successful business empires starting from humble beginnings in Mumbai’s Ghatkopar slums. Forced to flee back to Mumbai in 1990 due to regional turmoil, Sajan returned to Dubai in 1993 with only a few thousand dirhams and a vision. That…

New Delhi’s aviation regulator is working to simplify and speed up ticket cancellations, name corrections, and refunds for passengers — both domestic and international. The proposed changes could be particularly beneficial for the large number of UAE residents who regularly fly to India. Under the draft Civil Aviation Requirement (CAR), the Directorate General of Civil…

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…