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UAE and Iran conduct first face-to-face meeting to try deescalating Middle East tensionsUS-Iran war: Senior security officials from the United Arab Emirates and Iran met face-to-face for the first time since the US-Israeli war ...
Crisis as credibility test: How the UAE’s response to the Iran-Israel conflict could shape its next decade as a global residency hubThe UAE's promise of a safe haven faces its biggest test amid the Iran conflict. Despite heightened tensions, daily life remains stable, sh...
The City of Gold starts coming back to life after its darkest hourDubai's economic landscape is tested after regional conflict. Aviation, hotels, and real estate see impacts. Luxury retail also faces press...
Emirates National Bank of Dubai to facilitate faster local payments in UAE using Visa cards; Know how it helps youVisa card payments in the UAE are now faster. Visa has partnered with Emirates NBD for local processing of card transactions in UAE Dirhams...
Dubai plotting a comeback as Iran war hammers its hottest marketReal estate activity in Dubai has dropped sharply after geopolitical tensions involving the US and Iran affected investor sentiment, accord...
Dubai Residential Visa: You no longer need minimum 7.5 lakh Dirhams to buy a property, Dubai Land Department makes Visa rules easierDubai has removed the minimum property purchase value for sole owners seeking a two-year real estate investor residency visa. For jointly o...
Weight-loss drugs may also help cut alcohol intake: StudyA new study shows GLP-1 drugs like semaglutide may help reduce heavy drinking. A trial found weekly injections cut heavy drinking days by h...
No French, No civic test: France’s exam‑free Visiteur visa Indian HNIs are quietly using as a first step to EU residencyFrance's 2026 immigration reforms, including civic exams and language tests, have caused concern for many. However, the financially indepen...
GIFT City vs Dubai vs Singapore: What you need to know while choosing your investment hubIndian wealth is increasingly seeking global anchors, with GIFT City, Dubai's DIFC and Singapore emerging as key contenders. Each hub offer...
Dubai realty shaken from West Asia conflict but holds its groundReal estate transactions in Dubai fell 14% in early April amid the West Asia conflict, with buyer sentiment hit and rental demand sharply d...
HNIs eye Greece residency as alternative to Dubai optionAffluent Indians are increasingly eyeing Greece as a destination for permanent residency. The motivations behind this trend include evolvin...
Middle East crisis sparks a new fear: Not being able to flyAmid rising tensions linked to the Gulf War, concerns over air travel are shifting from fear of flying to fear of not flying at all. Sudden...
Beyond Big Four: Indian students are dumping default study abroad settingsIndian students are diversifying study abroad destinations beyond the US, UK, Canada, and Australia due to stricter visa rules, rising cost...
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma says Congress used false info from Pakistan social media to target his wifeAssam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma declared the Congress party finished in the state. He accused Congress leaders Gaurav Gogoi and Pa...
After the airstrikes: Will Golden Visa buyers pause or double down on Dubai?Indian investors continue to explore Dubai's property market for its Golden Visa program. While regional tensions cause a pause in decision...
How UAE residents and visitors can track visa status and expiry onlineUAE residents and visitors can now easily check their visa status and expiry dates online. Dubai-issued visas are verified through the GDRF...
How to get a refund of Dubai visit visa security depositDubai residents can reclaim their visit visa security deposits after their sponsored family members depart the UAE or change their visa sta...
Dubai-based group apologises for 'confusion' over 'lifetime visa' claimsRayad Group, a Dubai-based company, apologized for disseminating incorrect information about the UAE government granting lifetime golden vi...
Abu Dhabi opens up free COVID-19 vaccines to touristsVisitors with visas issued by Abu Dhabi and passport holders eligible for tourist visas when they arrive in the UAE through Abu Dhabi can b...
UAE announces free transit visa from Dubai, Abu Dhabi for two daysIndia is already the number one international tourist source market for Dubai. Nearly 1.8 crore Indians travel to the UAE every year with D...