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CBSE cancels class 10 and postpones class 12 exams
India’s Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has cancelled several Class X board examinations scheduled in the Middle East and postponed a Class XII exam scheduled for March 7, citing the prevailing situation in parts of the region.
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March 06, 2026
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Bangladesh recall Litton and Afif for Pakistan ODI series
Bangladesh on Thursday recalled Litton Das and Afif Hossain to their 15-member squad for the three-match one-day international series against Pakistan starting next week.
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March 06, 2026
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UAE: A people for the leadership, and a leadership for the people
The true litmus test of any government comes in moments of crises. By that measure, the UAE's leadership has earned full marks from its people for its swift, accurate response - grounded in regular risk assessments and adherence to the Abrahamic principles of restraint and passive defence
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March 06, 2026
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JSS Private School earns acclaim at Junk Kouture Festival of Creativity & Circularity
JSS Private School, Dubai, has earned international acclaim as Team Soaring Eagles secured the Junior Designer of the Year title at the Junk Kouture Festival of Creativity & Circularity, World Final '25 held in Dublin.
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March 06, 2026
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Djokovic says he will keep playing as long as he has 'fire and flair'
Novak Djokovic said he sees no reason to retire from tennis given that he is still motivated to compete and capable of beating the best players in the world.
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March 06, 2026
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War threatens up to 4M bpd supply loss as oil rally deepens
Global oil markets are bracing for a potential supply shock as the escalating conflict in the Gulf threatens to remove millions of barrels of crude from the market while pushing prices sharply higher.
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March 06, 2026
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Iran's ethnic fault lines offer path for US and Israel
Seeking to bring down Iran’s Islamic republic, the United States and Israel could see a path by exploiting ethnic tensions, a strategy attractive to military planners but fraught with long-term risks.
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March 06, 2026
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ADIB shareholders approve cash dividend of 97.05 fils per share
Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) shareholders approved the distribution of a cash dividend of 97.05 fils per share, representing a total payout of Dh3,524,856,000, equivalent to 50 per cent of 2025 net profit, marking an increase from 83 fils per share in 2024.
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March 06, 2026
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Dh15m jackpot winner bought tickets every month for 15 yrs
A Sharjah-based pickup driv er, who has been buying a ticket for the last 15 years, has hit the jackpot of Dh15 million with Big Ticket.
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March 06, 2026
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First sales & cash buyers dominate Dubai property
First sales from developers remained dominant and cash buyers accounted for more than two thirds of resales in February as Dubai’s real estate market continued its powerful start to the year.
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March 06, 2026
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Dubai records realty deal topping $100м
Shrugging off concerns around ongoing regional conflict, Dubai's resilient property market continued to record $100 million-plus deals, reflecting the trust and confidence of investors in the emirate's economy.
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March 06, 2026
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Pakistanis fleeing Iran describe strikes shaking ground under their feet
Pakistanis fleeing Iran described explosions and missile strikes across Tehran shaking the ground under their feet and engulfing buildings in fire and smoke in a city emptied of many of its residents.
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March 06, 2026
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Celebrating the Holy Month at oldest village in the UAE
Residents and visitors share a traditional iftar at Al Jazeera Al Hamra Heritage Village, discovering Emirati customs, cuisine and the communal spirit of Ramadan
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March 06, 2026
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Stranded in Russia, residents return on a nearly empty Emirates flight
A group of UAE residents who travelled to Russia hoping to witness the Northern Lights found themselves stranded for days after Middle East flight disruptions triggered by regional airspace closures.
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March 06, 2026
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A guide to navigating the high-stakes world of global assets
Captain Pradeep Singh's latest book bridges the gap between operating an asset and mastering the economics of ownership
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March 06, 2026
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How to break the doomscrolling loop
A Dubai-based psychologist explains why we compulsively scroll through negative news late at night and offers practical tips to break the cycle
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March 06, 2026
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Meet the creator behind the viral ‘We chose this country’ message
Lebanon-born media personality Wissam Breidy explains the thinking behind the moment of solidarity
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March 06, 2026
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Air India dismisses fake viral social media report
Air India categorically denied on Thursday a fake report with viral images, claiming on social media that its aircraft had flown over restricted airspace in the Middle East amid US-Israel-Iran war.
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March 06, 2026
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Afghans rally against Pakistan and civilian casualties
Pakistan clams its troops have killed more than 430 Afghan soldiers
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March 06, 2026
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UAE insurers introduce policies for Chinese EVs
Chinese electric vehicles are taking over the UAE market, with many new models and vehicles set to enter this year.
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March 06, 2026
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Bitcoin rebounds above $73,000 as risk appetite returns to markets
Bitcoin staged a strong rebound this week, surging past $73,000 as easing geopolitical fears and renewed political support for the digital asset sector triggered a broad relief rally across cryptocurrency markets.
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March 06, 2026
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Trump demands role in choosing next Iran leader, says Khamenei son 'unacceptable'
US President Donald Trump on Thursday insisted he should have a role in picking Iran's next supreme leader after the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, whose son he said he found unacceptable.
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March 06, 2026
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'Return to dialogue and diplomacy': Modi tweets on Middle East conflict
Indian PM Modi met Netanyahu few days before Israel and US launched a joint attack on Iran on Feb 28
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March 06, 2026
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Moody's flags risks for GCC insurers
The escalating conflict involving Iran has triggered a sharp surge in war-risk insurance premiums for shipping and aviation across the Gulf, but the overall financial impact on insurers in the GCC is likely to remain limited for now, according to Moody's Ratings.
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March 06, 2026
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India survive Bethell onslaught in high-scoring semi-final clash
T20 World Cup batting hero Allen says New Zealand confidence high for final
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March 06, 2026
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Daniel Radcliffe opens up on transformation after quitting his addictive habits
Hollywood star Daniel Radcliffe has opened up about his dramatic lifestyle shift, revealing that he once “ran on coffee and cigarettes all day” but now considers himself a self-confessed fitness enthusiast.
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March 06, 2026
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Title race is not over, vows Guardiola after Man City held by Nottingham Forest
Pep Guardiola insisted the Premier League title race is not over after Manchester City’s shock 2-2 draw against lowly Nottingham Forest handed the initiative to leaders Arsenal.
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March 06, 2026
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Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar’s son Arjun marries Saaniya Chandhok
Arjun Tendulkar, the son of Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, married longtime girlfriend and businesswoman Saaniya Chandhok at a grand ceremony in Mumbai on March 5.
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March 06, 2026
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37 Indian-flagged ships stranded in Hormuz
Rs100 billion assets exposed to Middle East conflict; Indian National Shipowners Association sought intervention as vessels are caught in a blocked-style closure; tankers are loaded with crude oil and LPG headed to India
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March 06, 2026
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Syrian jailed over stabbing at Berlin Holocaust memorial
A German court on Thursday jailed a Syrian man for 13 years for a jihadist-inspired knife attack on a Spanish tourist at Berlin’s Holocaust memorial.
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