Dubai

November 14, 2024 2:37 PM

External Affairs Minister Inaugurates Symbiosis University’s First International Campus in Dubai

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar presided over the inauguration of Symbiosis International University’s first overseas campus at Dubai Knowledge Park. The ceremony, marking a significant milestone in Indo-UAE relations, was attended by Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, UAE’s Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence. Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Jaishankar celebrated the university’s achievement in securing full accreditation from the Commission for Academic Accreditation under...

November 13, 2024 11:20 AM

India showcases the finest fabrics and textile expertise at IATF

India is showcasing her finest weaves at the International Apparel and Textile Fair (IATF) at Festival Arena, Dubai , presenting a wide array of high-quality fabrics and presenting its unmatched textile expertise. With a strong delegation of manufacturers, designers, and artisans, the country highlighted its rich heritage and modern capabilities in textile production. From traditional handloom creations to innovative, sustainable fabrics, India's display emphasized its leadership in the global...

November 10, 2024 4:55 PM

Dubai Secures Top Spot in Middle East and Climbs to Fifth Globally in ‘2024 Global City Index’

Dubai is the highest-ranked city in the Middle East and Africa on the ‘2024 Global City Index’ by Brand Finance, leading the region for the second consecutive year. Globally, Dubai also rose to fifth place, surpassing global powerhouses like Singapore, Los Angeles, Sydney, San Francisco, and Amsterdam. The report praised Dubai's global reputation, ranking it first ahead of Sydney and London. The city made a notable leap in local and remote work opportunities, moving from 24th to 4th place. ...

November 1, 2024 9:36 AM

UAE’s Amnesty 2024 Scheme Nears Conclusion, Indian Mission in Dubai Processes Record Applications

The UAE government’s Amnesty 2024 scheme, which provides overstaying foreigners an opportunity to regularize their visa status or exit the country without penalties, is set to conclude on October 31, with no extension announced. Officials clarified that the two-month amnesty, which began on September 1, will not be extended beyond the deadline. Overstaying expatriates are urged to take advantage of this final opportunity. “If you are still waiting because there is no job offer yet, leave f...

October 5, 2024 5:55 PM

Dubai’s Emirates Airlines bans pagers, walkie-talkies after Lebanon attacks

Dubai's Emirates Airlines has banned passengers from carrying pagers and walkie-talkies on its flights, following last month's attacks on Lebanese group Hezbollah involving communication devices that exploded. "All passengers traveling to, from, or via Dubai are prohibited from transporting pagers and walkie-talkies in checked or cabin baggage," the airline said in a statement on its website on Friday. It added that any prohibited items found will be confiscated by Dubai Police as part of heigh...

October 3, 2024 6:11 PM

Plant-Based Meats Highlight Future Food Forum, Promising Sustainable Food Revolution

The sixth annual Future Food Forum entered its second and final day today, continuing to draw key industry stakeholders, government officials, and academia to Dubai. The event, which opened on October 2nd under the theme "Future Consumer, Future Government, and Future Food," has already sparked vigorous discussions on sustainability and innovation within the food sector. Plant-based meats have emerged as a central topic of conversation, not only in Future food and the earlier concluded Gulf...

September 30, 2024 6:20 PM

Dubai Hosts Global Hospitality Leaders at Future-Focused Summit

The Future Hospitality Summit has returned to Dubai's Madinat Jumeirah for a three-day event from September 30 to October 2. This year's summit, the largest to date, is set to bring together over 1,500 industry leaders and feature more than 110 distinguished speakers, promising a wealth of insights, networking opportunities, and major announcements for the hospitality and tourism sectors. Under the theme "Invest in Our Future," the summit addresses critical issues shaping the global hospita...

September 13, 2024 9:10 PM

Billion-Dollar Dreams: How India-UAE Tech Alliance is Shaping the Future of Innovation

A high-profile delegation from the National Association of Software and Service Companies (NASSCOM) visited the UAE this week and is actively exploring market opportunities, investment prospects, and the legal framework in the UAE, aimed at boosting the Indian technology industry's footprint in the region. The NASSCOM delegation also attended the two-day AI and Web3 summit at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai. During a key address at a business event on September 13th at Dubai, the. NASSCOM lea...

September 5, 2024 8:56 PM

Teachers’ Day Marked by Newly established CBSE Office hosting Orientation session for Principals.

In a historic move to strengthen Indian education in the UAE, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has launched its first Regional Office (RO) and Centre of Excellence (CoE) outside India, situated in Dubai. The milestone was marked with a special orientation session on Teachers' Day between CBSE officials, representatives from the Indian Mission in Dubai, and principals from 78 schools across Dubai and the Northern Emirates. The session provided a platform to discuss the new office's...

September 2, 2024 2:47 PM

UAE Amnesty: Indian Missions in the UAE Issue Detailed Guidelines

The UAE Government has announced a two-month amnesty scheme starting from September 1, 2024. This initiative is designed to assist expatriates, including Indian nationals, in either returning to their home countries or regularizing their residency status. In response, the Indian Consulate in Dubai and the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi have implemented several measures to support Indian citizens during this period. Consulate General of India, Dubai The Consulate General of India in Dubai which is...