Not US or UAE: Discover the World’s Priciest Passport

Not US or UAE: Discover the World’s Priciest Passport

According to the most recent figures given by Compare The Market, Mexico has the most expensive passport in the world, costing roughly Rs 19,481.75 (USD 230.85) and good for ten years. This exorbitant fee surpasses other expensive passports, such as Australia’s at Rs 19,041 and the United States’ at Rs 13,868 for ten years. Statistics … Read more

UAE President Visits National Children’s Hospital in Washington

UAE President Visits National Children's Hospital in Washington

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited the National Children’s Hospital in Washington DC and was briefed on its pioneering work in pediatric surgery and healthcare. The UAE has been a longtime supporter of the hospital and this latest visit by reflects a continuous commitment to enhancing the care provided to its young … Read more

Symbol of Unity: PM Modi to Inaugurate UAE’s Historic First Hindu Temple

Symbol of Unity: PM Modi to Inaugurate UAE's Historic First Hindu Temple

On February 14, Prime Minister Modi will open the UAE’s historic BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir in Abu Dhabi, a watershed event for the city’s Hindu population. Public access begins on March 1st. PM Modi further stated that he is looking forward to joining the Indian diaspora in the UAE for the Ahlan Modi program. PM Modi … Read more

UN Gaza Aid Resolution Delayed Amid U.S.-UAE Negotiations

UN Gaza Aid Resolution Delayed Amid U.S.-UAE Negotiations

The United Nations Security Council vote on a resolution aimed at enhancing aid deliveries to the Gaza Strip has been postponed for another day. The delay comes as diplomats engage in ongoing talks to prevent a potential third U.S. veto concerning actions related to the Israel-Hamas conflict that has persisted for two months. Initially scheduled … Read more

UAE’s ‘Gift’: Pakistan Uses Artificial Rain to Tackle Lahore Smog

UAE’s “Gift”: Pakistan Utilizes Artificial Rain to Tackle Smog in Lahore

In a groundbreaking move, Pakistan deployed artificial rain for the first time to combat severe smog levels in Lahore, as announced by the provincial government. The initiative involved planes equipped with cloud seeding equipment flying over ten targeted areas in the city, which has been globally ranked as one of the worst for air pollution. … Read more

Gurugram Police Books UAE-based Realty Company in EMAAR-MGF Dispute

Gurugram Police Books UAE-based Realty Company in EMAAR-MGF Dispute

On the accusation of its former India partner, MGF Development Ltd, they were charged with defrauding, forgery, criminal breach of trust, criminal intimidation, and criminal conspiracy. According to the first information report (FIR), the UAE-based realtor allegedly came up with the valuation of lands at low prices when the adjacent lands were being sold in … Read more

Dharmendra Pradhan Expands Opportunities for Indian Youth

Dharmendra Pradhan Expands Opportunities for Indian Youth

Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, Union Minister for Education, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, met H.E. Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Group Chairman & CEO of DP World, in Dubai, where they witnessed the signing of an agreement between NSDC International and We One, a subsidiary of DP World, for long-term recruitment of skilled manpower. They talked about potential … Read more

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Attracts ₹11,925 Crore Investment in Dubai

Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami held a productive meeting with representatives from various industry groups during a roadshow organized in Dubai for the upcoming Uttarakhand Global Investor Summit 2023. The event saw the signing of investment Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) worth ₹11,925 crore on its first day in Dubai. The Minister of Urban Development, … Read more

UAE Becomes First Muslim Nation To Support Israel

UAE Becomes First Muslim Nation To Support Israel

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has strongly denounced the attacks conducted by the Palestinian Islamist faction, Hamas, on Israeli towns. The UAE’s foreign ministry issued a statement on Sunday, characterizing these attacks as a “serious and grave escalation.” The statement also expressed deep concern over reports of Israeli civilians being taken as hostages from their … Read more

Security Breach: Saudi Police Officer Approaches UAE President in Delhi Hotel

Saudi Arabian police officer entered the Taj Mansingh Hotel in central Delhi, where UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan was staying, in an attempt to seek help for his ailing brother. The incident occurred on the same day as a previous security breach involving a car from US President Joe Biden’s convoy at the … Read more

Five Key Insights from the BRICS Expansion

BRICS

The recent expansion of BRICS to include four West Asian nations, along with two other influential countries, has sparked attention due to the prevailing geopolitical dynamics. This expansion is noteworthy for the geopolitical signals it sends and the potential impact on global relationships. Disillusionment with the US/West The addition of Saudi Arabia, Iran, UAE, and … Read more

BRICS Expands with Addition of Six New Members: Argentina, Iran, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Ethiopia, and Egypt

BRICS

he BRICS alliance, comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, has announced its expansion to include six new members. This expansion marks a notable step in the group’s evolution, demonstrating a move towards greater representation and cooperation among emerging economies. New Members and Commencement Date The six countries set to join BRICS are Argentina, … Read more

India and UAE Make Historic Crude Oil Transaction in Local Currency

India

In a groundbreaking development that underscores the deepening ties between India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the two nations successfully carried out their first-ever crude oil transaction using their respective local currencies. The transaction, conducted under the newly implemented Local Currency Settlement (LCS) system, involved the sale of approximately 1 million barrels of crude … Read more

UAE Introduces New Visa Fines for Residents and Tourists

UAE

The UAE Digital Government, in collaboration with the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Ports Security (UAEICP), has unveiled a fresh set of visa fines applicable to both residents and tourists within the nation. These fines are designed to address overstays on expired residence or visit visas, streamlining the fee structure for individuals in … Read more