Dubai’s population has officially crossed four million, the highest in its history, according to estimates from the Dubai Statistics Centre. The emirate’s population has doubled in just 14 years, rising from two million in 2011 to three million in 2018, and now four million in 2025. Projections suggest it could reach five million by 2032 and six […]
From September 1, 2025, the Indian Consulate in Dubai will only accept passport applications with ICAO-compliant photographs, following a directive from India’s Ministry of External Affairs. The new rule requires most applicants to take fresh photos that meet international standards set by the aviation body ICAO. Guidelines specify a colour photo with a white background, […]
CBSE-affiliated schools in the UAE are exempt from generating APAAR IDs, school leaders confirmed after the board issued a circular clarifying the rule. APAAR, linked to Aadhaar, is designed to track students’ academic journeys in India under the NEP 2020. While the IDs are mandatory in India for Grade 10 and 12 board exam registrations, […]
Ras Al Khaimah’s Department of Public Services has launched the Sheikh Mohammed bin Salem Road (E11) development project to enhance connectivity and ease traffic flow. Covering the stretch from Al Hamra Roundabout to the E311 intersection, the project will begin on September 1. It includes widening the road from two to four lanes in each […]
The makers of Baahubali: The Epic have released its highly anticipated teaser, promising a grand visual spectacle. Set to release on October 31, the teaser compiles highlights from parts 1 and 2, quickly going viral and exciting fans. The film stars Prabhas, Rana Daggubati, Anushka Shetty, Tamannaah Bhatia, Ramya Krishnan, and Nassar, continuing the saga […]
Indian actress Alia Bhatt has asked people not to share videos or pictures of her new bungalow in Mumbai, which is still under construction. She shared a note on Instagram expressing that the circulation of these videos without her permission is a clear invasion of privacy and a serious security concern. Alia explained that even […]
Some UAE women expats are increasingly turning to social media job groups on TikTok and WhatsApp to find work and connect directly with employers. These informal networks work like interactive matchmaking platforms: job seekers post short videos introducing themselves, highlighting skills and experience, while employers can browse, comment, and reach out directly. Safia M, a […]
The UAE’s Federal Authority for Government Human Resources announced Friday, September 5, 2025 (12th of Rabi Al Awwal), as a public holiday for federal employees to mark Prophet Muhammad’s birthday, creating a three-day weekend. The date follows the lunar calendar, with Rabi Al Awwal starting August 25 in the UAE. The holiday is part of […]
The UAE’s National Media Office (NMO) announced on August 26 that a group of social media users will face prosecution for violating media content standards. The authorities, monitoring content around the clock, aim to ensure a responsible media environment and protect communities from harmful content. Residents are urged to use social media ethically, adhering to […]
The UAE Ministry of Interior has declared August 25, 2025, the start of the new school year, as ‘A Day Without Accidents.’ This initiative, coordinated with police departments nationwide, aims to improve road safety during increased traffic after summer vacations. Motorists who pledge on the official MOI website and have no traffic violations on this […]