Thousands of vacancies in aviation over next 6 years in UAE

Thousands of vacancies in aviation over next 6 years in UAE

Dubai’s aviation sector is expected to create 185,000 new jobs by 2030, bringing the total number of people working in aviation-related activities to 816,000, according to a new report released by Emirates Group and Dubai Airports on Thursday. Compiled by global research firm Oxford Economics on the aviation sector’s impact on Dubai’s economy, the study…

Dhanteras offers on Gold in UAE

Dhanteras offers on Gold in UAE

Celebrate Dhanteras on 29th October with unbeatable gold jewelry offers in UAE! Enjoy exclusive discounts on 22K and 24K gold pieces, including necklaces, bangles, and more at Dubai’s top jewelry stores. Tanishq Shop at Tanishq, and avail 100% off on making charges of gold jewellery . Meena Jewellers Meena Jewellers is offering guaranteed gifts with…

Where to watch Diwali Fireworks in Dubai

Where to watch Diwali Fireworks in Dubai

This Diwali season, from October 25 to November 7, 2024, Dubai is gearing up for an exciting lineup of festivities and fireworks displays that will light up the city’s skies. Residents and visitors can immerse themselves in the Festival of Lights, with breathtaking fireworks at some of Dubai’s most popular destinations. Here are the top…

Diwali travel demand, air fares up 30-50% to major Indian cities

Diwali travel demand, air fares up 30-50% to major Indian cities

Airfares on UAE-India routes are seeing a ‘Diwali surge’, with even 50% increases to some destinations over the next week. UAE’s Indian expats planning a quick trip home to Mumbai or New Delhi will be particularly hard hit, with fares already recording sharp rises compared to the off-peak rates they had from mid-September all the…

Meet ‘Rado Mohammed’ ; The 50 year journey of Kerala expat in Dubai

Meet ‘Rado Mohammed’ ; The 50 year journey of Kerala expat in Dubai

Indian expat K.P. Mohammed, 72, quietly celebrated a milestone in his life this month: He commemorated 50 years of living in Dubai, which he has been calling home since he arrived on October 19, 1974. Coming from his hometown in the Indian state of Kerala, at the age of 22, Mohammed arrived on a visa…

How to amend UAE residence visa ; fees, process explained

How to amend UAE residence visa ; fees, process explained

A change in address, spelling error or job change may prompt individuals to get their residency permit amended. Here’s a simple guide to amending details in your residency permit. Who is eligible? UAE residents who already have a residency permit can access this service. This includes expats with residency permits, GCC residents, GCC nationals and…

UAE visa amnesty: Indian consulate help desk to be operational on Sunday, October 27

UAE visa amnesty: Indian consulate help desk to be operational on Sunday, October 27

The amnesty help desk at the Indian consulate in Dubai will be operational on Sunday, October 27, the mission said on Friday. In a post on X, the consulate said that the help desk will operate from 8am to 5pm. The Embassy had said that expats can visit any BLS centre in the emirate of Abu…

Diwali Sweets : Where to buy your favorite Diwali special sweets in the UAE

Sweetshops around Dubai are all geared up to welcome the festival of lights with great offers on Diwali Sweets.  Check out the options to buy delicious sweets, decorative trays and gift-worthy hampers, as well as individual pieces. Kamat Shireen Diwali Menu This Diwali, treat yourself and loved ones to ultimate sweet satiation with Kamat Shireen’s…

How to Celebrate Diwali in UAE

Dubai is set to host an action-packed two weeks of vibrant events celebrating Diwali, the Indian Festival of Lights, from Friday, October 25 to Thursday, November 7, 2024. With spectacular firework displays, free family events, live comedy, special markets, and cultural performances, there will be plenty of ways to join in the festivities across the…