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,…
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…
The UAE is gearing up for one of the grandest celebrations of the Indian community outside India, with over 60,000 attendees expected to gather at Zabeel Park in Dubai on Sunday, October 26, for the Emirates Loves India Diwali event. Organised by Emirates Loves India in collaboration with the UAE Government Media Office, the free…
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, met with over 40 founders and CEOs of Indian unicorn companies on Wednesday to explore new avenues for collaboration and investment. The meeting, held as…
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,…
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The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched a new non-stop intercity bus service between Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The new route operates daily from Al Quoz Bus Station to MBZ City Bus Station, offering a direct connection with no stops in between. Operated in partnership with Capital Express, the service is priced at just…
Indian expats in the UAE just received a major boost in how they can manage their finances back home. The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has officially raised UPI daily transaction limits for high-value payments, effective September 15, 2025. From paying EMIs and insurance premiums to investing in markets and buying jewellery, UPI is…
The UAE, long recognized as a hub for investors, entrepreneurs, and skilled professionals, has expanded its residency options to include retirees. With the launch of the 5-year renewable Retirement Visa, expatriates aged 55 and above can now enjoy long-term residency in the Emirates — even without employment or business ownership. This initiative, first introduced by…
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, inaugurated the first international campus of the prestigious Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) at Dubai International Academic City, part of TECOM Group PJSC. Strengthening UAE–India Educational…
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is preparing to transform into an international board and expand its footprint beyond India, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced. Speaking at a Teachers’ Day event hosted by the Indian Consulate in Dubai on September 11, 2025, Pradhan said CBSE is working on commissioning an international board under…
Indian travellers now enjoy unprecedented global mobility. In 2025, more than 50 countries across Asia, Africa, Europe, Oceania, and Latin America have adopted e-Visas or electronic travel authorisations (eTAs) for Indian passport holders. This digital transformation makes international travel faster, easier, and more accessible than ever before. Surge in e-Visa Applications According to Atlys, a…