PM Modi condoles demise of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum

September 21, 2026 9:15 PM

PM Modi condoles demise of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed grief over the demise of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, brother of Dubai Ruler and UAE Vice-President and Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. In a post on X, Prime Minister Modi extended his condolences to the Al Maktoum family and the people of Dubai, and recalled Sheikh Ahmed's contributions to society. "Deeply saddened by the passing of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. His efforts to serve society will b...

Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum passes away; Dubai declares 10-day mourning

September 21, 2026 7:30 PM

Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum passes away; Dubai declares 10-day mourning

Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, younger brother of Ruler of Dubai and UAE Vice-President and Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, passed away today at the age of 76. The Dubai Media Office announced that an official mourning period of ten days has been declared across the emirate. Flags will be flown at half-mast during the mourning period. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum mourned the death of his brother in a message shared on social media. He prayed for Sheikh Ahmed...