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October 6, 2026 8:56 PM

Indian Captain Machchhar making ‘steady progress’: Indian embassy in UAE

Indian Captain Smit Machchhar is making “steady progress” and is “regaining his health”, the Indian Embassy in the UAE said on Tuesday. On flydubai flight FZ1073 on Wednesday, Machchhar was attacked by his co-pilot, an Omani citizen, with a crash axe, typically kept in the cockpit for use in emergencies, seriously injuring him. The motive for the attack remains unclear. “Capt Smit continues to make steady progress and is regaining his health. The Embassy remains in close touch with h...

October 2, 2026 10:17 AM

Flydubai incident: Co-pilot accused of assaulting Captain Smit transferred to UAE, says Saudi Arabia

The co-pilot accused of assaulting Captain Smit Machchhar has been transferred to Abu Dhabi. The Saudi Press Agency (SPA), quoting an official source at the Saudi Ministry of Interior, reported that both pilots left the country for Abu Dhabi after receiving medical clearance. The Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi had yesterday informed that Captain Machchhar had been brought to the UAE and was recovering well. As reported by SPA, the aircraft landed safely at Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz Inte...

October 2, 2026 12:30 AM

Closely following health condition of Smit Machchhar: MEA

India on Thursday said it is keeping a close tab on the health of Captain Smit Machchhar, the Indian pilot hailed for saving a flydubai flight despite being stabbed by his co-pilot in an alleged attempt to bring down the plane. Machchhar was stabbed and seriously injured by his co-pilot in the cockpit of flydubai flight FZ1073, travelling from Dubai to Tel Aviv, on Wednesday. He has been shifted to Abu Dhabi for continued medical care and recovery after he received initial medical treatment in ...

October 2, 2026 12:00 AM

‘Very reassured’ to meet Captain Machchhar: Indian envoy to UAE Deepak Mittal

Indian Ambassador to the UAE Deepak Mittal on Thursday said he was “very reassured” to meet Captain Smit Machchhar, who is “in good health and recovering well” after sustaining serious injuries while foiling an alleged attempt by his co-pilot to crash a Flydubai flight. Machchhar was stabbed and seriously injured by his co-pilot in the cockpit of Flydubai flight FZ1073, travelling from Dubai to Tel Aviv, on Wednesday. The plane carrying 174 people was forced to make an emergency landin...

September 28, 2026 10:45 PM

Arjun Ram Meghwal highlights India’s Criminal Justice Reforms at UN Crime Congress in Abu Dhabi

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal on Monday addressed the 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice in Abu Dhabi, UAE. In his address, the Minister highlighted India’s efforts towards digital justice, stronger measures to combat cybercrime and terrorism, enhanced international cooperation and timely delivery of justice. The Union Minister also briefed the participating delegates on reforms undertaken through India�...

September 8, 2026 10:38 AM

Odisha CM Majhi to take state’s investment outreach to Abu Dhabi, Dubai

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi will embark on a three-day official visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Tuesday as part of the state's investment outreach programme. According to the Chief Minister's Office (CMO), Majhi will visit Abu Dhabi and Dubai, where he is scheduled to hold high-level government engagements, investor meetings, business interactions and outreach programmes with the Odia diaspora. The visit will begin in Abu Dhabi, where the Chief Minister will engage with...

May 15, 2026 10:44 PM

PM Modi describes his UAE visit as ‘short but highly productive’

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday described his visit to the United Arab Emirates as “short but highly productive,” saying the outcomes of his talks with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan would add fresh vigour to the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. In a series of posts on X after concluding his visit to Abu Dhabi, PM Modi thanked President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed for personally receiving him at the airport and said the discussions focused on expanding co...

May 15, 2026 8:13 PM

India-UAE to deepen cooperation in energy, technology, investment and trade: Ambassador Deepak Mittal

Speaking to Akashvani after PM Narendra Modi’s UAE visit, Ambassador Deepak Mittal said India and the UAE have taken major strategic decisions to deepen cooperation in energy, technology, investment and trade. Key outcomes include the expansion of strategic petroleum reserves, new & LPG storage partnerships, long-term LNG supply arrangements, an 8-exaflop AI supercomputing facility powered by Cerebras chips, and a ship repair cluster at Vadinar under the Make in India initiative. The UAE...

May 15, 2026 6:44 PM

PM Modi, UAE President hold high-level talks in Abu Dhabi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has concluded high-level talks with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi, marking the first stop of his six-day tour covering the UAE and Europe. On arrival, the Prime Minister was given a ceremonial welcome at the Presidential Airport and received personally by President Al Nahyan. UAE F-16 fighter jets also escorted his aircraft as it entered Emirati airspace, in a notable gesture of protocol. During the discussions, Prime Minister Modi str...

April 29, 2026 9:21 AM

UAE Announces Exit from OPEC, Citing Strategic Energy Shift

The United Arab Emirates has announced it will exit the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and the broader OPEC+ alliance, with the decision taking effect from May 1, 2026. The move follows a comprehensive review of national production policy, capacity, and long-term economic priorities. Authorities say the decision reflects the country’s evolving energy profile and its aim to enhance flexibility in responding to global market dynamics. In a statement, the UAE said the step is ...