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January 21, 2026 12:55 PM

UAE and Bahrain agree to join Gaza ‘board of peace’ initiative

The United Arab Emirates and Bahrain have accepted invitations from US President Donald Trump to join a proposed “Board of Peace” for Gaza, signalling their support for a US-led initiative aimed at ending the conflict and advancing post-war reconstruction.UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan accepted the invitation, the country’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan said on Tuesday. He said the decision reflects Abu Dhabi’s...

January 19, 2026 9:52 PM

Coffee Board of India showcases varieties at World of Coffee Dubai

The Coffee Board of India is leading the Coffees of India Pavilion at World of Coffee Dubai 2025, one of the most ambitious national showcases at the event, featuring over 50 exhibitors representing 14 Indian companies and stakeholders. The pavilion presents an extensive selection of Arabica and Robusta varieties, organic coffees, specialty blends and innovative value-added products from India's major growing regions. Distinctive coffees from Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu's Western Ghats, as...

January 19, 2026 8:34 PM

India, UAE set $200 billion trade target by 2032 as PM Modi and Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan deepen strategic partnership

India and the United Arab Emirates on Monday agreed to significantly deepen their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, setting an ambitious target of doubling bilateral trade to USD 200 billion by 2032, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held wide-ranging talks during the latter’s official visit to India. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived in New Delhi on January 19 at the invitation of PM Modi. This marked his fifth visit to India in ...

January 19, 2026 5:25 PM

PM Modi personally receives UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan at airport

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday personally received United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan at the Delhi airport. In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Went to the airport to welcome my brother, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE. His visit illustrates the importance he attaches to a strong India-UAE friendship. Looking forward to our discussions.” The Prime Minister also shared photographs of the meeting, including images of the...

January 18, 2026 5:18 PM

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to visit India on January 19

United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan will undertake an official visit to India on January 19 at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, further strengthening the growing strategic partnership between the two countries. This will be Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed’s third official visit to India since assuming office as President of the UAE, and his fifth visit to India over the past decade. According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the visit builds on...

January 16, 2026 6:36 PM

Dubai air taxis to begin commercial flights by year-end, Transport Authority says

Electric air taxis developed by Joby Aviation are set to begin commercial operations in Dubai by the end of this year, Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority Chairman Mattar Al Tayer said on Friday. Joby Aviation conducted the first test flight of its fully electric air taxi in the emirate in June 2025, a major milestone in Dubai's efforts to introduce them into its existing transport networks. The Joby Aerial Taxi, the flagship electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft developed by the C...

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 13, 2026 6:57 PM

Make in India drive showcased at SteelFab 2026 in Sharjah

The India Pavilion has once again placed India’s growing steel fabrication and metalworking industry in the international spotlight at the 21st edition of SteelFab, being held from January 12 to 15 at the Sharjah Expo Centre in the United Arab Emirates. SteelFab is regarded as a key regional platform for innovation, product launches, technology demonstrations and business partnerships in the metalworking and fabrication sectors. Organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry since 2023, th...

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 6, 2026 9:45 AM

COAS General Upendra Dwivedi strengthens defence ties with UAE during visit

Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi met Major General Staff Yousef Maayouf Saeed Al Hallami, commander of the UAE land forces, as part of his ongoing visit to the UAE, with discussions focused on strengthening defence cooperation between the two countries. Officials said the talks covered measures to enhance military engagement, improve convergence in training and expand bilateral cooperation in areas of mutual interest. During the visit, General Dwivedi also toured the UAE land forces ...