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Gulf News - February 20, 2026

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February 20, 2026

Is it Ramadan Kareem or Ramadan Mubarak?

Both can be used throughout the month

1 mins

Sharjah Police urge motorists, bike riders to follow traffic rules

Campaign stresses use of helmets, vigilance, personal responsibility

1 mins

IS BLURRED VISION NORMAL DURING RAMADAN?

UAE EXPERTS EXPLAIN HOW FASTING, HYDRATION AND SLEEP SHIFTS AFFECT EYE HEALTH

4 mins

Dubai opens more recreational plazas

In line with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to develop Dubai's countryside and rural areas into some of the most beautiful and distinctive in the world, and as part of ongoing efforts to enhance residential areas, Dubai Municipality has opened new recreational plazas in Lehbab 1, Lehbab 2, and Nazwah.

1 mins

Can landlords in Dubai increase rents whenever they want?

Is it legal for the landlord in the emirate of Dubai to increase the rent whenever they want?

1 mins

Indian pardons driver after baby killed

An Indian expat in the UAE and his wife living back home say they have pardoned the driver whose car struck their toddler son following which he died in Sharjah last week.

1 mins

Tristar, Gulf News launch Limitless women's forum on leadership

LIMITLESS BRINGS TOGETHER LEADERS ACCELERATING PERFORMANCE, CROSS-SECTOR COLLABORATION

2 mins

CBSE's Class 12 shift promises greater accuracy, transparency

For evaluation, scripts will be scanned, uploaded onto a digital platform

1 mins

New contract verification centre for Filipinos

Philippine officials together with VFS Global have formally launched a new Contract Verification Centre (CVC) at the world’s largest visa application facility in Dubai, in a move to make the contract verification process easier and faster for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in the UAE.

1 mins

New project to aid orphans in country

ABU DHABI INITIATIVE TO CREATE SUSTAINABLE FUNDING SOURCE

1 mins

MARCOS-DUTERTE SPLIT: BALL IN CITIZENS' COURT

Challenges galore for the Asian nation of 116 million as leaders part ways

3 mins

UK dismisses claims UAE armed Sudan's Rapid Support Forces

Dr Anwar Gargash describes remarks as 'notable, important'

2 mins

UK couple held in Iran sentenced to 10 years

A British couple detained in Iran since January 2025 have been sentenced to 10 years in jail for espionage, their family announced yesterday, prompting condemnation from the UK government.

1 mins

Together we can bring lasting peace: Trump

NATIONS PLEDGE TO SEND TROOPS FOR GAZA FORCE

2 mins

'US buildup puts Iran strike within Trump's reach'

US has the option of launching military action as soon as this weekend: NYT

2 mins

Yoon gets life term for insurrection

Former South Korean president had declared martial law in Dec. 2024

1 mins

Children, women among 16 killed in Karachi gas blast

Three-storey building collapses after the early-morning explosion

1 mins

From royalty to ruin: Andrew's downfall

BRITISH POLICE REVIEW EPSTEIN-LINKED REPORTS

2 mins

DEVOTION, CHARITY MARK RAMADAN WORLDWIDE

Prayers, Quran recitation mark beginning of month

1 mins

Man tracks ex-wife online, breaks in, stabs her to death

Suspect blamed her for not being able to return to Canada

1 mins

Tamil Nadu teacher held under Pocso Act

A 29-year-old teacher, employed at a private school in Tamil Nadu's Palayamkottai, has been arrested under the Pocso Act on charges of sexually harassing minor girl students.

1 mins

Submarine to boost nuclear deterrence

India's nuclear deterrent capability is set for a significant boost, with the country's third nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine, INS Aridhaman, expected to enter service in the coming months, according to an NDTV report.

1 mins

Biryani trail leads to Rs700b evasion in taxes

PROBE INTO HYDERABAD CHAINS WIDENS INTO NATIONWIDE SALES

2 mins

SC questions growing trend of election-time freebies

If everything becomes free, why would people work, asks apex court

1 mins

Anisimova edges past Andreeva in Dubai

Reigning champion exits after an intense three-set battle

1 mins

Zimbabwe maintain clean slate

T20 World Cup surprise package Zimbabwe beat Sri Lanka by six wickets in Colombo yesterday to finish the group stage unbeaten and carry some winning momentum into the Super Eights.

2 mins

STAGE IS SET FOR BIG GUNS TO FIRE

Find out who the likely semi-finalists will be at the T20 World Cup

2 mins

Ronaldo misses out on another Al Nassr game

41-year-old wasn’t named in the squad for game vs Arkadag

1 mins

Arteta tells Arsenal to harness Wolves 'pain' against Spurs

Draw left Arsenal just five points clear of Manchester City

1 mins

New Ferrari has my DNA within it: Hamilton

Seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton has been very much in the news lately and not just because of his initiatives to highlight humanitarian efforts in Gaza.

1 mins

Italian Milan takes sprint honours

TIBERI RETAINS THE OVERALL LEAD IN UAE TOUR

1 mins

Filipina Proulx makes history at Winter Olympics

17-year-old Alpine skier first female athlete to represent her country

2 mins

BHUMI: BRUTAL OPINIONS AND REVIEWS DO MATTER TO ME

Actress, who is stepping into the role of a fierce cop in 'Daldal', is open to them so long as they are done with the 'right sort of kindness and empathy'

1 mins

He will be better: Daniel Radcliffe on new Harry Potter star

The wizarding world is stirring again.

1 mins

Aamir's not playing the peacemaker

Actor 'flatly denied any hand in the Ranveer Singh-Farhan Akhtar dispute' over 'Don 3'

1 mins

UAE shoppers hold back as gold crosses Dh600 again

The return to Dh600 territory signals continued volatility in the local market

1 mins

UAE joins push for global Al tie-up at major India summit

KHALED MEETS MODI; GLOBAL LEADERS ALIGN ON RESPONSIBLE TECH, AI USE

3 mins

Bitcoin set for longest losing streak in years

Rising oil, stronger dollar pressure crypto, yet Abu Dhabi funds raise stakes

1 mins

Emirates NBD now sells branded silver bars

The launch follows strong uptake of its branded gold bars introduced last year

2 mins

WORST START SINCE 1995 US market stumbles in early 2026, lags peers

US equities are off to their weakest start to a year relative to global peers since 1995, according to data from Goldman Sachs.

1 mins

Modon posts Dh3.9b profit for 2025

Abu Dhabi developer Modon reported Dh3.9 billion in net profit for 2025 after revenue rose to Dh13.8 billion, supported by record property sales and a sharp rise in its project pipeline.

1 mins

Mubadala unit buys 15% of Nargis block

Mubadala Energy has completed the acquisition of a 15 per cent stake in Egypt’s offshore Nargis exploration block from Eni, strengthening its presence in the country’s gas sector.

1 mins

A steady hand: Dubai financial market up 11% so far this year

THAT MEANS DH10K INVESTMENT IN JANUARY WOULD NOW BE WORTH DH11.1K

2 mins

France’s Thales needs talent, including in UAE

Aerospace giant plans to hire over 150 recruits from Middle East and Africa

1 mins

Carrefour exits more countries: French retail giant's new plans upset investors

It would focus future growth on just three markets — France, Spain, and Brazil

2 mins

FROM POLITICS TO PASTRY: A SUGAR-FREE TURN IN UAE

Ex-diplomat now finds mission in creating healthy desserts

2 mins

Qatar Airways' new CEO prioritises better relations with Airbus

Hamad Al Khater's visit to France hints at a softer chapter after a bitter feud

2 mins

As oil markets shudder, petrol prices plummet in a handful of nations

Global fuel shifts reshape costs but subsidy also plays a part in price declines

1 mins

Tech addiction trial: Social media giants face their tobacco moment

LAWSUITS ALLEGE FIRMS KNOWINGLY MADE PLATFORMS ADDICTIVE FOR KIDS

3 mins

THE CONFIDENCE ECONOMY

Trust and confidence are now leadership's most valuable currencis in the UAE's fast-evolving, high-stakes economic landscape

1 mins

MEETING REGIONAL, REGULATORY, CULTURAL AND BUSINESS NEEDS WITH PANACHE

Hani Nofal, SVP & Head, Technology Solutions, MEA, NTT DATA explains how the global IT and business service innovator is aligned with the UAE AI strategy, and more

1 mins

CREATE AN ENVIRONMENT FOR RESPONSIBILITY, VISIBILITY AND GROWTH

Aditi Jhunjhunwala, Head of Operations, Banke Properties elaborates upon initiatives undertaken by the premier real estate firm to champion women empowerment, and how excellence is recognised and growth made accessible to all

2 mins

"THE DEFINING SHIFT WILL BE CONVERGENCE"

Lara (Larisa) Tseng, Regional CEO, VECOW explains how the gradual unification of Al, digital identity and decentralised governance presents opportunities for regional nations and businesses to thrive

1 mins

DUBAI IS MOVING FROM HIGH-RISE LIVING TO HIGH-VALUE LIVING AND THE WORLD IS WATCHING

Focus seen shifting from how high buildings are built to how well people live

2 mins

SCALING AI-NATIVE EDTECH FOR THE UAE AND BEYOND

Tarek Jundi, CEO, Ankabut, explains how the UAE's national research and education network is building Al-ready environments that align with the national vision

2 mins

BUILDING SUCCESS ACROSS BORDERS

From Ethiopia to Dubai's competitive property sector, Founder and CEO, Hayat Abubeker's resilient vision drives Elevation Real Estate's trust-led performance and lasting relationships

2 mins

LOCAL SMES EMPOWERED

Dubai Chambers empowers small businesses with alternative banking solutions in cooperation with 4 fintech companies

1 mins

WHAT THE UAE TAUGHT ME ABOUT BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE

Infrastructure, zoning, transport networks, and regulatory frameworks are established proactively, allowing developers to focus on a project's long-term performance rather than immediate launches alone

2 mins

DRIVEN BY TECHNOLOGY TO OFFER FUTURE-READY SOLUTIONS

In an exclusive interview, Bruce Wen, Vice General Manager, DFLZM Overseas (Manufacturers of Forthing) elaborates on how the redefinition of mobility is changing how the premier automotive brand perceives its product lines

1 mins

TRANSFORMING AFTERSALES INTO A VALUE-PRESERVING PARTNERSHIP

An exclusive chat with Liam Tian, Chief Operations Officer, Oneroad Automotive, the official partner for Forthing in the UAE

1 mins

DELIVERING SUSTAINABLE, CUSTOMER-CENTRIC MOBILITY SOLUTIONS THIS RAMADAN

An exclusive chat with Will Shao, Chief Marketing Officer, Oneroad Automotive

1 mins

FOR CUSTOMERS TRANSITIONING TO NEW TECHNOLOGIES, SOLUTIONS LIKE PHEV AND REEV PLAY A CRITICAL ROLE. THEY OFFER ELECTRIC-FIRST DRIVING, ENERGY RECOVERY SYSTEMS, AND INTELLIGENT POWER MANAGEMENT, WHILE RETAINING A COMBUSTION ENGINE FOR RANGE SECURITY.

For customers transitioning to new technologies, solutions like PHEV and REEV play a critical role.

1 mins

CREATING SCALABLE EMIRATI-OWNED BUSINESSES

Dubai SME, INJAZ UAE launch Founders of Tomorrow

2 mins

WITHOUT STRUCTURE, GROWTH CREATES CONFUSION. WITH STRUCTURE, GROWTH CREATES MOMENTUM.

This structural clarity allows organisations to grow without losing coordination.

2 mins

THE LEADERS SHAPING THE UAE'S MOST ENDURING ORGANISATIONS ARE THINKING BEYOND IMMEDIATE RESULTS.

The leaders shaping the UAE's most enduring organisations are thinking beyond immediate results.

1 mins

STRENGTHENING THE UAE INVESTMENT ECOSYSTEM

Investopia launches its fifth edition in Abu Dhabi on March 31

2 mins

THE UAE SETS THE BAR FOR GLOBAL AI LEADERSHIP

UAE consolidates position as global Al leader with 42% of institutions classified as 'Al Leaders'

2 mins

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GN Media is the publisher of Gulf News, the biggest selling English newspaper in the UAE. It is also home to the most visited news website in the UAE, gulfnews.com

Gulf News is a daily English language newspaper published from Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It was first launched in 1978, and is currently distributed throughout the UAE and also in other Persian Gulf Countries.