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February 5, 2026 9:22 PM

Russia, Ukraine and US end Abu Dhabi peace talks with prisoner swap agreement

Russia, Ukraine and the United States have concluded a second round of peace talks in Abu Dhabi, agreeing on a major prisoner exchange but leaving key political and security issues unresolved. The two-day negotiations were described as constructive by all sides. US special envoy Steve Witkoff said the delegations agreed to exchange 314 prisoners of war, the first such swap in five months. He said the talks were “detailed and productive” and showed that diplomacy was delivering results. Ukr...

February 2, 2026 6:49 PM

Abu Dhabi Indian School begins golden jubilee celebrations

Abu Dhabi Indian School, one of the oldest Indian educational institutions in the UAE, launched its golden jubilee celebrations with an inaugural ceremony at its campus, marking 50 years since its establishment. The year-long golden jubilee celebrations were inaugurated by Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, UAE in the presence of Yusuffali M.A., Chairman of Abu Dhabi Indian School, along with members of the school management, dignitaries, parents, alumni ...

January 25, 2026 3:15 PM

Ukraine says further meetings with Russia possible next week after ‘constructive’ UAE talks

Ukraine has indicated that additional meetings with Russia could take place as early as next week following the conclusion of what it described as "constructive" trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi. The discussions, which ended on Saturday in the UAE capital, brought together representatives from the United States, Russia and Ukraine in the first such format since Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said the two days of meetings involved military representa...

January 8, 2026 10:52 AM

ADSW 2026 to convene global leaders on sustainability in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026, hosted by Masdar under the patronage of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, will begin next week, bringing together heads of state, ministers, government officials, business leaders, investors and innovators to address key global sustainability challenges. Speaking at a press conference, Masdar chief executive Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi said the event has become the world’s largest sustainability gathering and that the 2026 edition will be its bigge...

January 1, 2026 3:41 PM

India-UAE Desert Cyclone II exercise concludes in Abu Dhabi

The second edition of the joint military exercise Desert Cyclone between the Indian Army and the UAE Land Forces concluded with a closing ceremony at Al-Hamra Training City in Abu Dhabi on December 30, marking the successful completion of nearly two weeks of intensive bilateral training. The exercise ran from December 18 to 30, 2025, and reaffirmed the deepening defence partnership between the two nations while underscoring their shared commitment to regional peace, security and stability. The ...

December 29, 2025 3:30 PM

Abu Dhabi hospital administers world’s first ITVISMA gene therapy for spinal muscular atrophy

Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Khalifa Medical City has become the first hospital globally to administer ITVISMA, a one-time gene therapy for spinal muscular atrophy, marking a milestone in precision medicine. The treatment was delivered on December 28, 2025, under the supervision of the Department of Health, Abu Dhabi, following the UAE’s regulatory approval on November 25, making the country the second in the world after the United States to authorise the therapy. Developed by Novartis, ITVISMA targe...

December 18, 2025 11:42 AM

India-UAE joint military exercise Desert Cyclone-II to commence in Abu Dhabi today

The Indian Army contingent for Exercise Desert Cyclone-II arrived in Abu Dhabi ahead of the joint military exercise with UAE Land Forces scheduled from December 18 to 30. The nearly two-week exercise will focus on enhancing interoperability and operational synergy in urban operations and built-up areas. The Indian contingent comprises 45 personnel, primarily from a battalion of the Mechanised Infantry Regiment. The UAE Land Forces contingent, of similar strength, will be represented by the 53 Me...

December 9, 2025 4:35 PM

Abu Dhabi hosts Global AI show 2025

Abu Dhabi is hosting the Global AI Show 2025, held under the theme “AI: 2031 – Accelerating Intelligent Futures.” The event brings together technology leaders, researchers, policymakers and major industry players, as the region strengthens its profile as a centre for digital transformation and smart innovation. Speakers examined how artificial intelligence is reshaping global innovation. With new, accessible coding tools, even those without technical backgrounds can now create application...

November 26, 2025 9:07 PM

India-UAE Joint Committee on Consular Affairs holds 6th meeting in Abu Dhabi

The sixth meeting of the India–UAE Joint Committee on Consular Affairs (JCCA) was held in Delhi on Wednesday, reflecting the strong and growing ties between the two countries. The Indian delegation was led by Arun Kumar Chatterjee, Secretary (Consular, Passport, Visa and Overseas Indian Affairs), Ministry of External Affairs, while the UAE side was headed by Omar Obaid AlHesan AlShamsi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The discussions followed technical-level meetings between...

November 9, 2025 9:58 AM

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan Begins UAE Visit

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan began his visit to the United Arab Emirates with a meeting in Abu Dhabi with Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, Government of UAE. Kerala CM is accompanied by a high-level delegation including Saji Cheriyan, Kerala’s Minister of Culture and Youth Affairs; Dr. A. Jayathilak, Chief Secretary, Government of Kerala Sheikh Nahyan welcomed the Chief Minister and his delegation, noting that the UAE’s strong and growin...