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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 5, 2026 8:02 PM

India, UAE focus on enhancing ‘positive military engagement’

India’s Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi and Commander of the UAE Land Forces Yousef Maayouf Saeed Al Hallami held discussions on Monday aimed at enhancing positive military engagement, training convergence, and advancing bilateral defence cooperation between the two countries. In a post on X, the Additional Directorate General of Public Information said the interaction took place during General Dwivedi’s ongoing visit to the UAE. The discussions focused on strengthening defence ...

January 5, 2026 10:05 AM

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid marks 20 years as UAE prime minister

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, marked the 20th anniversary of his assumption of the office of Prime Minister on January 5, 2006, in a gathering with current and former ministers who have served with him over the past two decades. The meeting took place in the presence of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who congratulated Sheikh Mohammed on the occasion, wishing him continued health and wellbeing to sustain ...

January 4, 2026 4:29 PM

UAE expresses concern over Yemen escalation, urges dialogue and restraint

The United Arab Emirates has said it is closely following recent developments in Yemen and has expressed deep concern over the continuing escalation, urging the Yemeni people to exercise restraint and prioritise wisdom to safeguard security and stability in the country. In a statement, the UAE called on Yemenis to place dialogue above confrontation and to resolve differences through understanding and consensus on sustainable political solutions. It said these efforts should follow a rational an...

January 4, 2026 4:02 PM

Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi to Visit UAE to Bolster Defence Partnership

General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff, has departed for an official visit to the United Arab Emirates on January 5, 2026, as part of India's ongoing efforts to strengthen defence cooperation and military-to-military relations with friendly nations. The two-day visit to the UAE, scheduled from January 5 to 6, will commence with General Dwivedi receiving a Guard of Honour from the UAE Land Forces upon his arrival. During his stay, the Army Chief will meet with senior leadership of the ...

January 1, 2026 3:41 PM

India-UAE Desert Cyclone II exercise concludes in Abu Dhabi

The second edition of the joint military exercise Desert Cyclone between the Indian Army and the UAE Land Forces concluded with a closing ceremony at Al-Hamra Training City in Abu Dhabi on December 30, marking the successful completion of nearly two weeks of intensive bilateral training. The exercise ran from December 18 to 30, 2025, and reaffirmed the deepening defence partnership between the two nations while underscoring their shared commitment to regional peace, security and stability. The ...

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 31, 2025 11:15 AM

UAE pulls out all counter-terrorism forces from Yemen

The United Arab Emirates has announced it is removing all its remaining counter-terrorism teams from Yemen. The UAE officially left the Saudi-led military coalition in Yemen in 2019 but kept a small number of special counter-terrorism units in the country. Saudi Arabia has led the fight against the Iran-backed Houthi rebels since 2015, and the UAE played an important role in stopping the rebels from advancing, pushing them out of the south, and fighting terrorist groups like Al Qaeda and ISIS. ...

December 18, 2025 11:42 AM

India-UAE joint military exercise Desert Cyclone-II to commence in Abu Dhabi today

The Indian Army contingent for Exercise Desert Cyclone-II arrived in Abu Dhabi ahead of the joint military exercise with UAE Land Forces scheduled from December 18 to 30. The nearly two-week exercise will focus on enhancing interoperability and operational synergy in urban operations and built-up areas. The Indian contingent comprises 45 personnel, primarily from a battalion of the Mechanised Infantry Regiment. The UAE Land Forces contingent, of similar strength, will be represented by the 53 Me...

December 1, 2025 8:47 PM

UAE launches urgent humanitarian response to Sri Lanka floods

The United Arab Emirates has initiated an urgent humanitarian response to assist communities affected by devastating floods and landslides across Sri Lanka. The relief effort, coordinated through the Joint Operations Command, the UAE Aid Agency and the Emirates Red Crescent, was announced on December 1. The UAE’s response includes search and rescue missions in affected areas, undertaken by teams from Abu Dhabi Civil Defence, along with the delivery of urgent relief supplies, including essenti...