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...
01 Jun, 2026, 03.27 PM IST
UAE tightens wage payment rules for private sector firms from June 1Starting June 1, 2026, UAE private sector employers must pay salaries by the first of each month via the Wage Protection System or authoriz...
23 May, 2026, 11.07 AM IST
UAE private companies must pay salaries on 1st of every month from June 1, 2026 or face legal actionUAE private companies must now pay employee salaries on the first of each month, effective June 1, 2026, as mandated by the Ministry of Hum...
20 May, 2026, 11.11 AM IST
UAE landlords can now check tenants’ credit scores before renting homes; here’s how the new system worksPrivate landlords in the UAE can now access tenant credit scores. This new system requires tenant consent through the UAE PASS digital iden...
18 May, 2026, 04.18 PM IST
Trump-Xi meeting crucial for global economic stability: Shaun ReinA high-stakes meeting between US President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping is closely watched for signs of stability amid escalating...
14 May, 2026, 11.51 AM IST
Why US stock market Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq are surging big today: Dow jumps 350 points, Nasdaq jumps 250 points as Intel hits all-time high driving the rallyUS stock market surges today: why Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq are rallying sharply despite global tensions? The Dow Jones Industrial Ave...
05 May, 2026, 08.52 PM IST
UAE Visa card payments to get faster and more reliableVisa card payments in the UAE will now be faster and more reliable following Emirates NBD's appointment as the National Net Settlement Serv...
04 May, 2026, 10.48 AM IST
Now UAE tourists can open digital bank a/c and get debit card to make cashless payments as UAE’s central bank rolls out new initiativeTourists in the UAE can now open digital bank accounts and get debit cards within minutes of arrival. This new biometric-based initiative, ...
01 May, 2026, 03.23 PM IST
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...
01 May, 2026, 03.12 PM IST
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...
01 May, 2026, 12.49 PM IST
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...
26 Apr, 2026, 09.27 PM IST
Employers in the UAE can now manage domestic worker visas via single digital platformEmployers in the UAE can now manage domestic worker visas online. The new 'Work in UAE' platform simplifies issuing, renewing, and cancelli...
13 Oct, 2025, 02.29 PM IST
UAE reduces visa overstay fine by half to just Dh50/dayThe UAE government has reduced its overstay visa fine from Dh100 to Dh50 a day to encourage compliance with immigration laws. To facilitate...
09 Aug, 2023, 05.40 PM IST
10 things to know about the newly modified UAE visa processAfter their visas are cancelled, certain visa holders can continue to stay in the UAE for six months.
08 Sep, 2022, 02.43 PM IST
UAE approves new entry, residence scheme for foreignersForeign residents make up more than 80 per cent of the population of the UAE and have been a mainstay of the economy for decades. The UAE c...
21 Apr, 2022, 01.22 PM IST
UAE adopts amendments to grant citizenship to investors and other professionalsThe United Arab Emirates has adopted amendments that would allow the Gulf state to grant citizenship to investors and other professionals i...
30 Jan, 2021, 02.14 PM IST
UAE launches 10-year residency visa programme for 'exceptional talents'The new system will increase the chances of attracting investors and competencies, increasing the country's economic competitiveness global...
21 May, 2018, 01.56 PM IST