2024 Ramadan Working Hours For Public Sector Employees Announced
The UAE announced official working hours for public sector employees during Ramadan. Federal employees will work 3.5 hours less from Monday to Thursday and 1.5 hours less on Friday, as stated by the F...
March 04, 20240742Category: Ramadan
UAE Announces 2024 Ramadan Working Hours For The Private Sector
The UAE announced reduced work hours for private sector employees during the holy month of Ramadan. The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) stated that the number of work hours would...
March 04, 20240316Category: Ramadan
UAE Imposed Over Dh113 Million In Fines On Banks And Exchange Houses In 2023
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) carried out 181 field examinations of licensed financial institutions in 2023. It plans to further expand its inspections in the future to ensure that all entities ...
March 03, 20240264Category: Crime News
Fares Increase For Some Sharjah Buses By Up To Dh3 Due To Fuel Price Rise
Sharjah bus fares have increased by as much as Dh3 on some routes since Friday (March 1) following a 17 fils hike in the price of diesel this month.
Based on the fare matrix seen by Khaleej Times, ...
March 03, 20240235Category: UAE Local News
Thunder, Lightning And A Dip In Temperatures Forecast For Next Week In UAE
After heavy rains and inclement weather last week, the National Centre of Meteorology has put out a forecast for the coming week – from March 4 to March 6.
The NCM took to X to inform residen...
March 02, 20240413Category: Weather
New Winter Lows As Temperatures Hit A Chilly 2.3°C Recorded In UAE
As the weekend rolled in, residents woke up to chilly weather and a nip in the air. In the last week, the country has been experiencing pleasant weather as rains lashed the Gulf nation.
On March 2,...
March 02, 20240312Category: Weather
Dubai Banned E-scooters Inside Metro And Trams From Tomorrow
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) on Thursday announced that commuters will be prohibited from taking e-scooters into the Metro and Tram, starting next month.
The ban comes into effec...
February 29, 20240236Category: Breaking News
70% Discount For Students Offered By New Nol Card
A new Nol card that offers exclusive benefits has been announced for school and university students. The card offers students up to 50 per cent discounts on public transport fares in Dubai. Pupils can...
February 29, 20240574Category: UAE Local News
Petrol And Diesel Prices For March 2024 Announced
The UAE fuel price committee has announced petrol and diesel prices for the month of March 2024. The new rates will apply from March 1 and are as follows:
Super 98 petrol will cost Dh3.03 a litre, ...
February 29, 20240217Category: UAE Local News
UAE Ranks 1st In Strong And Stable Economy Indicators In The World
The UAE ranked 1st in the 'Strong and Stable Economy’ indicator, while the country continues to hold its position at 10th place in the Brand Finance Soft Power Index 2024 for the second cons...
February 29, 20240398Category: UAE Local News
Customs Seized 26.45kg Of Marijuana Hidden In Onion Shipments
Dubai Customs seized 26.45kg of marijuana hidden in red onion shipments, the authority said on Wednesday.
The authority conducted a thorough check on two different air freight shipments which arriv...
February 29, 20240121Category: Crime News
Expatriates Can Apply For Six Types Of Non-work Residency Visas In The UAE
To establish the UAE as a premier destination for work, investment, entrepreneurship, education, and lifestyle, the Emirates has introduced a significant expansion of its visa scheme. With more than 9...
February 28, 20240398Category: Visa + Immigration
Six Rescued From Sea After Boat Sinks Due To Bad Weather In UAE
The UAE Coast Guard rescued a six-member crew after their boat sank in the sea due to adverse weather conditions.
Emirates News Agency — WAM said that the Coast Guard was able to locate the w...
February 28, 20240280Category: Crime News
Petrol And Diesel Prices For March To Be Announced In UAE
The UAE’s Fuel Price Committee is expected to announce petrol and diesel rates for March on Thursday, February 29, to align them with international prices.
Globally, oil prices, on average, r...
February 28, 20240288Category: Business
Late Registration Fine Of Dh10,000 Announced For UAE Corporate Tax
The Ministry of Finance on Tuesday announced a new Dh10,000 fine for those who register for corporate tax late.
The penalty was introduced to encourage taxpayers to comply with tax regulations, and...
February 28, 20240281Category: UAE Local News
