Indian diaspora could be UPI’s ticket to the global payments mapNPCI plans to expand UPI internationally by targeting countries with large Indian diaspora populations, with CEO Dilip Asbe saying it could...
10 Aug, 2026, 06.54 PM IST
Centre unlikely to dilute strategic sale list despite ministries’ push for reviewThe government plans to proceed with its strategic sale of public sector enterprises. Ministries have requested reconsiderations, but few c...
10 Aug, 2026, 01.36 PM IST
India reviewing bilateral investment treaty overhaul to boost foreign investment: OfficialIndia is reviewing its bilateral investment treaty model soon. The cabinet will decide on changes to attract more foreign capital. This rev...
07 Aug, 2026, 02.54 PM IST
His daughter slipped and hurt herself at Mall of the Emirates. But what happened next made this Dubai real estate executive realise why the UAE is unlike any other countryA Dubai real estate executive shared an experience involving his daughter at the Mall of the Emirates. The mall's security provided immedia...
05 Aug, 2026, 07.00 PM IST
US and Iran having 'very good discussions', Trump saysUS President Donald Trump reported very good discussions with Iran on Tuesday. Hopes for reopening the Strait of Hormuz boosted Asian marke...
05 Aug, 2026, 06.28 PM IST
Indian expat killed in gas cylinder blast in Dubai car showroom: ReportA 27-year-old Indian expatriate from Kerala, Shijin Paul, died in a gas cylinder explosion at a car showroom on Dubai's Sheikh Zayed Road. ...
05 Aug, 2026, 02.28 PM IST
US and Iran having 'very good discussions', Donald Trump saysTrump described negotiations with Iran as "very good". Mediators in Qatar indicated progress toward ending the Iran war, though Tehran deni...
05 Aug, 2026, 10.47 AM IST
US Iran war: Qatar says mediators make progress; Indian ship sinks in the Middle EastMediators report progress in efforts to end the US-Iran war, which has driven oil prices lower. Qatar's Emir discussed de-escalation effort...
05 Aug, 2026, 06.19 AM IST
Hyderabad airport enhances Taipei-Hyd-Dubai cargo corridor with Emirates SkyCargo OpsHyderabad Airport recently celebrated the launch of Emirates SkyCargo's new Boeing 777 Freighter service, which establishes a vital connect...
04 Aug, 2026, 06.23 PM IST
Mintoak acquires rewards fintech ICC Loyalty to expand bank platform in West Asia, AfricaBengaluru-based Mintoak has acquired Dubai's ICC Loyalty for consumer rewards technology. This acquisition was largely funded by Mintoak's ...
04 Aug, 2026, 01.03 PM IST
IndiGo bets on small biz class, dense economy seating for long-haul flightsIndiGo plans a high-density economy layout for its long-haul European flights. This strategy aims to sell more seats and protect its cost s...
04 Aug, 2026, 06.23 AM IST
IndiGo to offer lie-flat business class, dense economy on long-haul routesIndiGo will unveil a compact yet premium economy cabin for its European flights. The airline's new Airbus A350s will showcase 333 economy s...
03 Aug, 2026, 10.45 PM IST
UAE eVisa guide for GCC residents: Who can apply and how to get the entry permitGCC residents can now apply for an electronic entry permit before traveling. This UAE eVisa allows eligible expatriates a stay of up to thi...
03 Aug, 2026, 01.18 PM IST
Dubai's new shared housing law explained: What it means for Indians sharing flats with roommatesDubai's new shared housing law will introduce mandatory permits and stricter rules. Tenants can no longer rent out rooms without landlord a...
03 Aug, 2026, 11.53 AM IST
UAE freezes 'Desi Bling' star Satish Sanpal's assets over money laundering probeBesides the financial services accounts and digital wallets of Satish, the FIU freezing order, issued about a fortnight ago, extends to acc...
01 Aug, 2026, 11.51 PM IST
Maldives launches Favara-UPI payment service with IndiaMaldives has launched real-time fund transfers to India using UPI. This integration connects Maldives' Favara system with India's popular p...
31 Jul, 2026, 04.51 PM IST
Emirates now accepts cryptocurrency for flight bookings; here's how it worksEmirates has launched Crypto.com Pay as a payment option on its website and mobile app, allowing eligible UAE residents to pay for flight b...
28 Jul, 2026, 05.00 PM IST