Dubai’s new Flexi Rent scheme could narrow the gap between short-term rentals and traditional annual tenancy contracts by allowing tenants to pay rent monthly, quarterly or annually. Launched by the Dubai Land Department, the initiative aims to reduce the burden of large upfront rental payments, which has pushed some residents towards more expensive short-term rental […]
Dubai Police seized 497 vehicles during the first half of 2026 as part of campaigns targeting motorists with large amounts of unpaid traffic fines and expired vehicle registrations. Some of the seized vehicles had accumulated fines worth tens of thousands of dirhams, while others had remained unregistered for several years. Police warned that failing to […]
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched the second edition of its Road Safety Film Festival, offering up to Dh300,000 in cash prizes and recognition awards. The competition will run from August 24 to November 22, 2026, and is open to residents, university students, government entities, private companies and the wider community. Participants are […]
Dubai Police and ENOC AutoPro have launched the “Summer Without Accidents 2026” campaign to improve road safety and help motorists prepare their vehicles for the UAE’s extreme summer temperatures. From August 10 to 23, motorists can take advantage of free vehicle inspections at selected AutoPro centres located at ENOC petrol stations across Dubai. The inspection […]
Abu Dhabi has launched a new offer giving Indian passport holders a complimentary UAE entry visa when they book an Abu Dhabi holiday through participating travel partners or online travel agencies. The programme runs from August 1 to October 31, 2026, and will initially cover visa costs for up to 20,000 travellers. To qualify, tourists […]
Sharjah Civil Defence has commissioned three new firefighting and rescue vehicles to strengthen emergency response capabilities across the emirate and enhance public safety. The new vehicles are equipped with the latest technology for firefighting, rescue operations, and the initial response to hazardous materials (HazMat) incidents, helping emergency teams respond more quickly and efficiently. According to […]
The UAE Ministry of Interior has urged residents to take precautions as rain, thunderstorms, strong winds and blowing dust are forecast across parts of the country through Friday. According to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), convective clouds are expected to develop over eastern and southern regions, bringing rainfall of varying intensity, especially during the […]
Sharjah City Municipality has given owners of vehicles, machinery, motorcycles and bicycles impounded for more than six months a final chance to reclaim their property before it is sold at a public auction. Owners have until August 7 to visit the Control and Inspection Department in Industrial Area 5, clear the reasons for the impoundment […]
Dubai’s public transport network recorded a record 348.1 million passenger trips in the first half of 2026, highlighting the city’s growing reliance on sustainable mobility options. The network, which includes the Dubai Metro, buses, taxis and shared mobility services, saw an average of 1.9 million daily riders during the six-month period. The Dubai Metro remained […]
Abu Dhabi Maritime has announced stricter enforcement of maritime safety regulations, introducing fines of up to Dh30,000 for violations to improve safety across the emirate’s waterways. The highest penalty of Dh30,000 will apply to individuals or companies carrying out marine construction or related works without obtaining the required permits. Other penalties include: * Dh10,000 fine […]