January 26, 2026 4:49 PM
Indian expats mark 77th Republic day across UAE
Indian expatriates across the UAE marked India's 77th republic day with widespread celebrations at diplomatic missions and community centres, with large turnouts despite rain, cooler weather and the day falling on a working Monday. At the Indian consulate in Dubai, consul general Satish Sivan unfurled the national flag and said India-UAE relations had "reached new heights", particularly following the recent visit of UAE president Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to India. He noted that ties r...