From leaving Jabalpur with just ₹80,000 (around AED 3,500) in his pocket to residing in Dubai’s iconic Burj Khalifa, Satish Sanpal’s story is one of grit, resilience, and an unshakable belief in his dreams. Today, he is the Founder and Chairman of ANAX Developments, a name that has become synonymous with luxury and innovation in…
India’s central bank has taken major steps to make it easier for non-resident Indians (NRIs) to invest back home. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has raised borrowing limits for share-backed loans and IPO financing while simplifying rules on foreign investment and external borrowing. The move is part of India’s broader push to deepen capital…
Good news for NRIs in the UAE who regularly send money home — faster and more reliable transfers are on the way. India is taking major steps to reduce remittance delays and modernize international payment systems. The G20 nations have set a target for 75% of cross-border transactions to be completed within one hour by…
Tragedy struck when Indian engineer Hariraj Sudevan, 37, passed away from a heart attack just hours after dropping off his wife and son at Abu Dhabi International Airport. Hariraj, an IIT Madras postgraduate, had been living and working in the UAE for 12 years and was employed as a senior offshore construction engineer in Abu…
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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…
The UAE has introduced a major set of updates to its visa and residency system, designed to attract global talent, support tourism, and strengthen economic growth. Announced by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security (ICP), the changes bring in new visit visa categories, expanded residency options, and revised rules for business…
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…
Several UAE residents have reported losing large sums of money after transferring funds to a broker that operated from virtual offices and then cut off contact. Red Flags Around the Broker The company, operating under the name Skyline Trading and related entities, claimed to be a global brokerage but relied heavily on telesales agents making…
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…