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January 14, 2026 9:13 PM

Intersec 2026 concludes in Dubai showcasing firefighting robots and AI innovations

The 27th edition of Intersec, the world’s leading trade fair for security, safety and fire protection, concluded on January 14, 2026, at the Dubai World Trade Centre after three days of exhibitions. The event marked its largest scale to date, spanning 65,000 square metres, with more than 1,200 exhibitors from over 60 countries and attracting more than 50,000 visitors. The exhibition showcased innovations across five core sectors including homeland security and policing, cybersecurity, commerc...

January 12, 2026 1:04 PM

Tunisian filmmaker wins $1 million for AI-generated film at Dubai summit

Tunisian filmmaker Zoubeir Jlassi has won the world’s largest AI Film Award for his film Lily, receiving a one-million-dollar prize from Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum during the 1 Billion Followers Summit in Dubai. The award is organised in collaboration with Google Gemini and was presented at the fourth edition of the summit, which is being held in Dubai from January 9 to 11 under the theme 'Content for Good'. The event is organised by the UAE Government Media Office and...

January 6, 2026 9:42 AM

Third international AYUSH conference to be held in Dubai in February

Dubai will host the third international AYUSH conference and exhibition from February 15 to 17, 2026, at the Dubai World Trade Centre, bringing together practitioners, researchers, policymakers, industry representatives and students of traditional systems of medicine from more than 35 countries. The event is being organised by Science India Forum in association with the World Ayurveda Foundation, under the patronage of India’s ministry of AYUSH and the consulate general of India in Dubai, with...

January 1, 2026 3:33 PM

Global Village ushers in 2026 with seven fireworks displays and drone shows

Global Village welcomed 2026 with a large-scale New Year’s Eve celebration featuring seven fireworks displays and coordinated drone shows marking midnight moments across seven countries. The multicultural destination said the celebrations drew families and visitors who gathered to witness the sky lit up in a series of synchronised spectacles. A live DJ performance at the main stage set the tone for the night, while roaming entertainers performed across the park. Extended operating hours allow...

December 30, 2025 9:24 PM

Dubai Prepares for Grand New Year Celebrations as Winter Festivals Peak

Dubai is gearing up for one of its most ambitious New Year's Eve celebrations as the city prepares to welcome 2026 with a packed calendar of festive activities, retail attractions and spectacular displays. Central to the season is the 31st edition of the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF), running from 5 December 2025 to 11 January 2026, transforming the emirate into a winter retail and entertainment hub with major discounts, live performances, daily fireworks and innovative drone shows. Winter City...

December 29, 2025 3:21 PM

Cristiano Ronaldo confident of reaching 1,000 goals, keen to keep playing

Cristiano Ronaldo said his passion for the game remains undimmed and that he is still motivated to reach his target of 1,000 career goals after the Portuguese forward was named Best Middle East Player at the Globe Soccer Awards in Dubai on Sunday. Ronaldo's double for Saudi side Al-Nassr on Saturday took his tally to 956 goals for club and country, and with the 40-year-old set to play on for "one or two more years" his target looks achievable. "It’s hard to continue playing, but I am motivat...

November 19, 2025 4:39 PM

Minister of State for Defence Meets Indian Community in UAE

The Minister of State for Defence, Sanjay Seth, interacted with members of the Indian community during a programme coordinated by the Indian People’s Forum (IPF) in the UAE. The session saw strong participation from Jharkhand NRIs, reflecting the state’s active overseas presence. IPF, which brings together Non-Resident Indians from more than 24 states, highlighted its expanding organisational footprint. The forum currently operates 13 State Councils and is preparing to launch its 25th vertic...

October 27, 2025 7:51 PM

Global Urban Leaders Convene in Dubai for Historic Asia Pacific Cities Summit

More than 15,000 urban leaders, policymakers, and innovators from over 600 cities worldwide converged Expo city Dubai today as the 2025 Asia Pacific Cities Summit and Mayors' Forum officially opened, marking a historic first for the event in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia region. The three-day summit, running through October 29 at, brings together 118 mayors, deputy mayors, business executives, and young professionals under the banner "Collaborate. Inspire. Transform." Organized by Bri...

October 23, 2025 9:31 AM

Naidu Showcases Andhra Pradesh’s Growth Vision, Invites Global Industry Leaders to CII Partnership Summit

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has invited global industry leaders to attend the upcoming CII Partnership Summit in Visakhapatnam on November 14 and 15, presenting the state as a key investment destination with abundant opportunities and industry-friendly policies. Addressing a roadshow in Dubai as part of his three-day visit to the UAE, Naidu said the Andhra Pradesh government has introduced 24 sector-specific policies to encourage investment and assured that all necessary ...

October 20, 2025 10:48 AM

Dubai Shines Bright as Diwali Celebrations Illuminate the City

The festival of lights has arrived, and Dubai is aglow with joy and celebration as residents and visitors mark Diwali with traditional fervour and cultural vibrancy. Streets, markets, and landmarks across the city have come alive with lights, music, and festive décor, capturing the essence of the Indian festival that symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness. In Bur Dubai, fondly known as “Mini India,” rows of traditional lamps and shimmering decorations adorn shopfronts and buildings,...