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April 10, 2025

Top Indian institutes head for Dubai

Top Indian institutes will soon open campuses in Dubai, India's Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal announced on Wednesday.

Top Indian institutes head for Dubai

3 mins

Trump slaps 125% tariffs on China, gives others a reprieve

US President Donald Trump announced a 90 day pause on his sweeping tariffs on Wednesday, giving all countries a 10 per cent baseline except China, which will see even higher levies.

1 min

Midnight flying taxis look to use existing helipads in Abu Dhabi

The company behind the 'Midnight' flying taxi that is on track to start test flights this summer in Abu Dhabi is open to the idea of using existing infrastructure such as helipads to serve more loca-

Midnight flying taxis look to use existing helipads in Abu Dhabi

1 min

Many may send home savings earlier as dollar begins to weaken

An expert pointed out that with growing concerns about a weakening dollar, many could choose to send their savings back home earlier than planned.

Many may send home savings earlier as dollar begins to weaken

1 min

New visa brings cheer to Pakistani expats

The new five-year multiple-entry visa came as a huge relief and sparked excitement among Pakistani residents living in the UAE and abroad.

New visa brings cheer to Pakistani expats

1 min

Dubai CP rings BSE bell echoing strong India ties

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, on Wednesday visited the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE).

Dubai CP rings BSE bell echoing strong India ties

1 min

Hamdan asserts UAE’s growing role as a global sporting hub

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, met Jay Shah, chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) in Mumbai, India, on Wednesday.

Hamdan asserts UAE’s growing role as a global sporting hub

1 min

Dubai Chambers opens new office in Bengaluru to strengthen trade ties

Economic ties between India and Dubai reached new heights during Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s two-day visit to the country.

Dubai Chambers opens new office in Bengaluru to strengthen trade ties

2 mins

Dubai inspires curiosity

The latest tourism campaign aims at being more authentic, taking couples or families from cities such as New York or LA, living in Dubai, speaking in their own language, so that people say ‘that person can be my neighbour’, says Issam Kazim

Dubai inspires curiosity

6 mins

'Abu Dhabi prioritised food, medicine during the Covid-19 lockdown'

Abu Dhabi prioritised the distribution of food and medicines as the world shut down to battle the Covid-19 pandemic, a top official recalled. Undersecretary of the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development outlined that the UAE capital navigated the challenges posed by the pandemic with a resolute focus on this guiding principle.

'Abu Dhabi prioritised food, medicine during the Covid-19 lockdown'

1 min

UAE-made Al robot can detect suspicious packages from afar

An artificial intelligencepowered robot that can remotely identify threats from suspicious packages including chemical, biological, radio logical, nuclear and explosive (CBRNE) materials from a distance of up to 800 metres, was unveiled by the UAE Ministry of Defence on Tuesday.

UAE-made Al robot can detect suspicious packages from afar

1 min

UAE-made AI robot can detect suspicious packages from afar

An artificial intelligence-powered robot that can remotely identify threats from suspicious packages — including chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosive (CBRNE) materials from a distance of up to 800 metres, was unveiled by the UAE Ministry of Defence on Tuesday.

UAE-made AI robot can detect suspicious packages from afar

1 min

Changing sleep patterns can impact health: Docs

A number of UAE residents face an issue called 'shift work disorder' that stems from working irregular hours or night shifts, according to a sleep expert. This condition requires more attention to ensure that it doesn't negatively impact people's health.

Changing sleep patterns can impact health: Docs

2 mins

Innovation, access to finance in focus at AIM Congress

In a series of high-impact sessions held as part of the ongoing AIM Congress, global experts and thought leaders came together to share transformative insights aimed at unlocking growth, innovation, and financial opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

1 min

Record gold rally still has legs, global body predicts

Gold has hit multiple records this year, and the rally is likely to still have legs, a report said.

2 mins

Dubai realty rides wave of resilience in Q1

Dubai’s property market is riding a wave of resilience and reinvention in the first quarter of 2025, blending robust demand for ready homes with a thriving off-plan sector.

Dubai realty rides wave of resilience in Q1

2 mins

Crescent completes initial testing at Diyala field

Crescent Petroleum, the Middle East's oldest and largest private oil and gas company, has announced the completion of the first phase of its 3D seismic campaign at the Khashim Ahmer block in Diyala Governorate in Iraq.

1 min

FTA launches tax package for content creators and influencers

The Federal Tax Authority (FTA), in collaboration with the UAE Media Council, on Wednesday launched the Moather Package designed to meet the needs of content creators and influencers.

1 min

Dubai Duty Free sales surpass Dh2b in Q1

Dubai Duty Free on Wednesday announced first-quarter sales of Dh2.125 billion ($565 million).

Dubai Duty Free sales surpass Dh2b in Q1

2 mins

How to secure a cryptocurrency licence in the UAE

What Silicon Valley did for the internet, the UAE is now doing for crypto.

3 mins

Tata Steel to cut 20% of Dutch workforce

Tata Steel on Wednesday said it will cut around 1,600 jobs in the Netherlands, in a drive to increase profitability amidst fierce competition from China and rising US import tariffs.

1 min

India central bank cuts interest rates, changes stance to 'accommodative'

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) lowered its key repo rate on Wednesday for a second consecutive time and changed its monetary policy stance signalling room for more cuts ahead, as it seeks to boost the sluggish economy, which is facing further pressure from US tariffs.

India central bank cuts interest rates, changes stance to 'accommodative'

1 min

Will Trump kill globalisation with his tariff wars?

Many experts believe that countries will still trade and be interdependent, but that trade will be more costly and complex

Will Trump kill globalisation with his tariff wars?

2 mins

What are microplastics doing to our bodies? This lab is racing to find out

In a basement laboratory at the University of New Mexico, Marcus Garcia rummaged through a bin full of plastic waste. He picked past bottles, chunks of fishing net, a toothbrush, a toy with a Pokemon character and a flip-flop.

What are microplastics doing to our bodies? This lab is racing to find out

5 mins

Israeli strike kills 29 people in Gaza City house: Medics

An Israeli airstrike killed at least 29 Palestinians, including children, in a house in Shejaia in Gaza City, local health authorities said on Wednesday.

Israeli strike kills 29 people in Gaza City house: Medics

1 min

Gaza rescuer risks life to save victim of Israel strike

Arriving in the deadly aftermath of an Israeli strike in northern Gaza last week, rescuer Noah Al Shaghnabi risked his life to aid the wounded despite warnings of another imminent attack.

2 mins

US issues new sanctions on Iran as Trump seeks talks

The United States issued fresh sanctions targeting Iran on Wednesday, the Treasury Department said, two days after President Donald Trump announced the US planned direct talks with Tehran over its nuclear programme.

1 min

Yemen rebel media says US strikes on Hodeida killed 10

Yemen's Houthi media said on Wednesday the number of people killed in an air strike on Hodeida the day before that they blamed on the United States has risen to 10 people.

1 min

'Where will we go?' Gazans desperate for shelter as Israeli bombs rain down

Fear, bombs and screams stalk Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, where Israel's resumption of strikes three weeks ago has sparked fresh displacement and an ever more desperate search for shelter.

'Where will we go?' Gazans desperate for shelter as Israeli bombs rain down

1 min

More than 120 dead in Dominican Republic nightclub roof collapse

Rescue workers raced on Wednesday to find any remaining survivors under the rubble of a Dominican Republic nightclub, a day after the roof collapsed, killing at least 124 people in the country's worst disaster in two decades.

More than 120 dead in Dominican Republic nightclub roof collapse

1 min

India readies for US extradition of Mumbai attacks suspect

Indian authorities are readying for the extradition from the United States of a man that New Delhi accuses of helping plan the 2008 Mumbai siege that killed 166 people.

India readies for US extradition of Mumbai attacks suspect

2 mins

India okays purchase of 26 French Rafale jets for navy, say sources

The acquisition is part of India’s goals to modernise its military and wean itself off its Soviet-origin jets

India okays purchase of 26 French Rafale jets for navy, say sources

1 min

Travel chaos as strike begins in Greece

Transport ground to a halt in Greece on Wednesday as a general strike called by unions got under way three weeks after a similar protest descended into chaos.

1 min

Pope's voice and mobility improve

Pope Francis's voice and mobility continue to improve, the Vatican said Tuesday as the 88-year-old Catholic leader recovers from life-threatening pneumonia.

Pope's voice and mobility improve

1 min

French MPs restrict birthright citizenship in Mayotte

France’s parliament on Tuesday definitively adopted a bill to restrict citizenship rights for children born in its Indian Ocean overseas territory of Mayotte.

2 mins

UK to host Europe's first Universal theme park

An estimated 8.5 million people would visit in its first year planned for 2031

UK to host Europe's first Universal theme park

2 mins

Watchdog probes suicide site linked to 100 deaths in Britain

Britain’s broadcasting regulator announced on Wednesday it is investigating an online suicide forum linked to almost 100 deaths in the UK, using new powers to remove harmful content from the internet.

2 mins

Harry needed 'flexible' security for UK visits, court told

Lawyers for the UK government on Wednesday defended a decision to cut back Prince Harry's security after he stepped back from royal life, during the second day of his high-profile appeal.

1 min

Never take peace for granted, Charles tells Italy parliament

Britain’s King Charles III told Italy’s parliament on Wednesday that peace is “never to be taken for granted,” citing shared values and a history of sacrifice between the two countries in a historic address.

Never take peace for granted, Charles tells Italy parliament

1 min

Germany is back on track, Merz tells Donald Trump

German conservatives clinched a coalition deal with the centre-left Social Democrats (SPD) on Wednesday, aiming to revive growth in Europe's largest economy as global trade war threatens.

Germany is back on track, Merz tells Donald Trump

2 mins

Number of millionaires in London falls as wealthy flee

Thousands of millionaires fled London in the past year with some moving to the United States and others driven out by high taxes and Brexit, according to a report published on Wednesday.

1 min

Has Trump cancelled Christmas? China's decorations makers report no US orders

Chinese producers of plastic Christmas trees and other festive decorations say orders from US clients, which are crucial to their business, should have started to come in by now. But because of surging import tariffs, they haven't.

Has Trump cancelled Christmas? China's decorations makers report no US orders

1 min

Neeraj to begin 2025 season in Doha, eyes consistency

After an injury-marred 2024, a fully fit Neeraj Chopra is set to begin his 2025 athletics season at the Doha Diamond League, with his focus not just on distance but also on maintaining consistency, according to Olympics.com.

Neeraj to begin 2025 season in Doha, eyes consistency

1 min

Neeeraj to begin 2025 season in Doha, eyes consistency

After an injury-marred 2024, a fully fit Neeraj Chopra is set to begin his 2025 athletics season at the Doha Diamond League, with his focus not just on distance but also on maintaining consistency, according to Olympics.com.

Neeeraj to begin 2025 season in Doha, eyes consistency

1 min

UAE's first Woman Grandmaster to play in Norway Chess Open

In a bid to encourage chess play-ers in the Middle East and provide a platform at the global stage, the or-ganisers of Norway Chess — one of the most prestigious tournaments in the fide chess calendar — has invited Emirate's first-ever female Grandmaster Rouda Essa Alserkal to participate in the Norway Chess Open 2025 which will see partici-pation from 31 countries.

UAE's first Woman Grandmaster to play in Norway Chess Open

2 mins

'Horrible' Djokovic falls in Monte Carlo, first win for Alcaraz

Novak Djokovic said he felt “horrible” as he crashed out of the Monte Carlo Masters on Wednesday, losing his opening second round match 6-3, 6-4 to Chilean Alejandro Tabilo.

'Horrible' Djokovic falls in Monte Carlo, first win for Alcaraz

2 mins

State leagues prove to be talent hotbed for IPL

The new Indian Premier League season has had a distinctly local flavour so far with uncapped players overshadowing established internationals and highlighting the importance of lower level Twenty20 leagues in nurturing talent.

State leagues prove to be talent hotbed for IPL

2 mins

McIlroy returns for another tilt at Masters title as Northern Irishman hopes to end drought

Rory McIlroy will put his heart on the line once more at the Masters, hoping resilience from past agonies pays off with a green jacket and a career Grand Slam.

McIlroy returns for another tilt at Masters title as Northern Irishman hopes to end drought

2 mins

Inter 'showed what we were made of,' says Martinez

Goalkeeper Lautaro Martinez said his Inter Milan side “showed what we were made of” after a 2-1 win at Bayern Munich in the first leg of their Champions League quarter final on Tuesday.

Inter 'showed what we were made of,' says Martinez

1 min

Arsenal's free kick gamble pays off in stunning fashion against Real

Arsenal’s Declan Rice pulled rank on his club’s set piece coach and it proved an inspired decision as he struck two sublime free kicks to help secure a 3-0 win over Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-final first leg on Tuesday.

Arsenal's free kick gamble pays off in stunning fashion against Real

3 mins

Jaat is not just a community, it's an emotion'

As the highly anticipated film Jaat approaches its release date (April 10), the star-studded cast including Randeep Hooda, Viineet Kumar Siingh, and Sunny Deol is gearing up for audience response.

Jaat is not just a community, it's an emotion'

1 min

Ajay Devgn is back as fearless IRS officer in Raid 2

The trailer of Ajay Devgn's upcoming movie Raid 2 was unveiled in Mumbai on Tuesday.

Ajay Devgn is back as fearless IRS officer in Raid 2

1 min

Rajat Kapoor, Monika Panwar's Khauf gets a release date on Prime Video

The makers of Rajat Kapoor and Monika Panwar's Khauf have announced the release date of the horror series.

Rajat Kapoor, Monika Panwar's Khauf gets a release date on Prime Video

1 min

Steven Spielberg's publicist passes away

Marvin Levy, who handled the public relations for critically acclaimed director Steven Spielberg for more than five decades and became the only publicist to receive an Oscar, passed away at the age of 96, reported Deadline.

Steven Spielberg's publicist passes away

1 min

Meghan Markle reveals pregnancy-related medical complications

Meghan Markle, the wife of Prince Harry, revealed on Tuesday that she faced medical complications related to her pregnancy in the debut episode of her new podcast.

Meghan Markle reveals pregnancy-related medical complications

1 min

Lizzo uses 'weight release' to describe her body transformation

Rapper and singer Lizzo never shies away from talking about her body transformation and health journey.

Lizzo uses 'weight release' to describe her body transformation

1 min

Looking for love in Dubai? - Professional matchmaker dishes out key advice

Mia Pavlikova shares how emotional awareness, inner work, and strategy are the real keys to finding lasting love

6 mins

Emirati writer channels folklore and faith in debut fictional novel

In the sandy ruins of Al Jazirah Al Hamra, in Ras Al Khaimah, unfolds the gripping coming of age story of an Emirati young man Badr. Blending reality and fantasy in a tale, where jinns, angels and dark magic help Badr in his quest for love, the abandoned pearling village, comes alive in the pages of the book-The Red Island: The Gatekeeper -- written by Emirati entrepreneur and author Dr Adil Alzarooni. One of the few novels written in English by an Emirati, the story references local traditions, popular hangouts and spirituality, while providing an insider's view of a nation in transition in the 1990s and early 2000s.

Emirati writer channels folklore and faith in debut fictional novel

4 mins

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Khaleej Times is the first English newspaper to be launched in the UAE in 1978.

The broadsheet comprises of the general news section, the business pages and a lively sports section. Khaleej Times is the highest circulated of the English language newspapers throughout the Gulf.

It reaches out to all parts of the UAE. Additionally, it covers Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar and Saudi Arabia through a dedicated distribution network.

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