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Over 100 Indians among 384 tourists missing after Nepal flash floods
More than 100 Indians are among 384 tourists reported missing in Nepal after flash floods in the Bhote Koshi River hit the Rasuwa region on Wednesday morning, according to...
- 18 hours ago
'Dubai is the place to be, to feel secure:' Expats choose to remain in UAE despite uncertainty over war
Six months into the Middle East war, the army of foreign workers and expats in the Gulf has largely stayed put – hoping to ride out the uncertainty caused...
- 15 hours ago
Abu Dhabi schools fully responsible for students' safety on all buses: ADEK
The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) has mandated that schools offer transportation services for students, either through their own efforts or via designated external providers. These...
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UAE expresses solidarity with Nepal, conveys condolences over victims of floods
The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity with the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal over the victims of floods and landslides, which resulted in dozens of deaths, injuries,...
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‘Be a Malayali for a Day,’ Kerala's tourism minister tells people
Kerala has introduced an innovative experiential tourism initiative titled “Be a Malayali for a Day,” aimed at enhancing international visitors’ awareness of and interest in the state’s rich culture...
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Dubai Police deploy patrols, drones to ensure school safety for new academic year
Dubai Police have completed preparations for the 2026-2027 academic year through its School Security initiative, implementing an integrated security, traffic and awareness plan in coordination with strategic partners. The...
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UAE cancels homework for KG to Grade 2 students in public schools, reveals minister
The Ministry of Education (MoE) has cancelled school homework for students from kindergarten to second grade, alongside working on reorganising the use of technology in the educational process to...
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Dubai International Airport welcomes 31.5 million guests during first half of 2026
Dubai International Airport (DXB) welcomed 31.5 million guests during the first six months of 2026, as airline capacity continued to return and demand strengthened through the second quarter following...
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Dubai court orders delivery firm to pay Dhs172,985 hospital bill for uninsured employee
Dubai Civil Court has ordered a delivery services company to pay Dhs172,985 to a hospital in Dubai, as the cost of treating one of its employees who was admitted...
25 Aug 2026 -
Sharjah Civil Defence urges schools to strengthen safety measures
Sharjah Civil Defence has urged school administrations, teaching staff, parents and students to strengthen fire safety and prevention measures ahead of the new academic year. The authority stressed the...
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'Black smoke' chokes maternity ward as PIMS Hospital fire kills 14 infants
A fire erupted in a hospital maternity ward in Islamabad on Wednesday killing 14 infants, Pakistan authorities said, blaming a faulty air conditioner for the blaze. The dawn fire...
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Nafis to phase out benefits for Emiratis earning below Dhs6,000 in UAE
The Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (ETCC), through its 'Nafis' programme, announced that a new system will be introduced to support citizens employed in the private sector, particularly those not...
25 Aug 2026 -
Allahabad High Court dress code verdict sparks row over hijab
A major political controversy erupted after the Allahabad High Court, in a significant judgment, clarified that students cannot insist on altering the dress code prescribed by an educational institution...
25 Aug 2026 -
Massive flood near Tibet border kills at least 95 in Nepal
At least 95 people were killed in Nepal on Wednesday after a massive flood tore through the border region with Tibet, a police spokesman told AFP. 'So far 95...
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Suhail star appears as UAE summer heat begins gradual seasonal retreat
The Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department in Dubai IACAD announced that their observation team successfully documented the rise of the star Suhail (Canopus) at dawn on Saturday and...
25 Aug 2026