India’s Titan Company, owner of Tanishq, will complete the integration of Dubai-based jeweller Damas within the next 3–6 months, following its acquisition of a 67% stake for $280 million from Qatar’s Mannai Corporation. The deal gives Titan immediate access to Damas’ 146 stores and a jewellery manufacturing facility in Dubai, significantly boosting its Gulf presence….
If daily commuting and searching for parking is part of your routine, Parkin’s newly introduced parking subscriptions may offer the hassle-free solution you’ve been looking for. These long-term plans — available for 1, 3, 6, or 12 months — allow users to park across various locations in Dubai without constantly feeding meters or sending SMS…
If you’re an Indian living in the UAE, filing your income tax return (ITR) in India might not seem like a priority—especially if you don’t earn anything back home. But in 2025, filing a return could actually benefit you, even if you have zero tax liability. Whether it’s rental income, bank interest, or past investments,…
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, has unveiled a unique initiative, turning shopping malls into indoor fitness tracks throughout August. The “Dubai Mallathon” encourages residents to embrace active lifestyles while utilizing familiar spaces in a new way. Announcing the initiative, Sheikh Hamdan stated on X:“Today, we launched the ‘Dubai…
Dubai’s beloved Indian restaurant, Grubshack, has closed its doors after over a decade of serving soulful Goan and Bombay-style cuisine — and the emotional toll has been profound. Founder Gemma Mascarenhas, the Indian-origin woman behind the restaurant’s journey, suffered a heart attack shortly after its shutdown. According to Gulf News, Gemma was rushed into emergency…
At just 13 years old, Nathan Joseph Kappen is making waves in the world of karting. While most kids his age are finishing homework and school projects, Nathan is clocking speeds of up to 120 km/h in professional kart races. Based in Dubai, this promising Malayali racer has quickly risen through the ranks. In just…
Emirates Airlines has unveiled its list of the most popular summer travel destinations for 2025, based on global flight searches and bookings between July and August. The list reflects shifting travel trends, with a surge in demand for both timeless favorites and exciting new locales. Here’s where Emirates travelers are heading this summer—and why: 1….
Indian expats in the UAE can now use the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) without needing an Indian mobile number, marking a major step in digital financial inclusion for the global Indian community. Thanks to a recent development following an agreement signed during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the UAE in February 2024, NRIs can…
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi has suspended ticket sales for flights from Abu Dhabi to Belgrade, Sarajevo, and several other destinations, as part of a significant restructuring of its route network from the UAE capital. The airline’s final flight to Belgrade is scheduled for July 19, while the last service to Sarajevo will operate on August…
REDTAG has unveiled its latest store at Bawadi Mall in Al Ain, bringing its popular fashion and homeware collections to one of the UAE’s most family-friendly cities. Known for combining style with affordability, REDTAG offers something for everyone—whether you’re updating your wardrobe or refreshing your home. The new store features a wide selection of clothing…
Starting September 1, 2025, Emirates NBD will implement a Dh26.25 fee for certain international money transfers made via its DirectRemit service when initiated through the bank’s mobile app (ENBD X) or online banking platform. DirectRemit currently offers instant, zero-fee transfers to partner banks in India, Pakistan, the Philippines, Egypt, Sri Lanka, and the United Kingdom,…
In the winter of 1956, The Times correspondent David Holden arrived in Bahrain, then a British protectorate. What he found in the Gulf—from Dubai to Abu Dhabi and Oman—was a region steeped in remnants of British India. From servants called bearers and dhobis to soldiers in Hyderabadi uniforms, traces of the Raj were everywhere. The…