Skywatchers across the UAE are being treated to a rare celestial spectacle as Venus and Jupiter appear exceptionally close together in the evening sky. The event began on June 7, remains visible on June 8, and will reach its closest point on June 9, offering residents a unique opportunity to witness one of the most […]
Ras Al Khaimah has introduced its first electric public bus service as part of efforts to expand sustainable transport options in the emirate. The new service operates on the upgraded Purple Route, which officially began on June 3 and will offer free rides for all passengers during its first month. The initiative, launched by the […]
Dubai’s education regulator has announced the return of school quality assurance visits for private schools starting from the 2026–27 academic year, marking a renewed push to strengthen oversight and improve learning outcomes across the emirate. The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) said the revived programme will focus on supporting school improvement while building stronger […]
Dubai is set to introduce a “smart medical visa” aimed at making it easier for international patients to travel to the emirate for treatment. The initiative comes after a new agreement between the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai and the Dubai Health Authority to create a more integrated healthcare journey for […]
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) recorded 8.2 million passengers across public transport and mobility services during the Eid Al Adha holiday from May 25 to May 29, 2026 (1447 AH), highlighting strong travel demand across the city. The Dubai Metro led the network with 3.3 million riders across its Red […]
The UAE is set to introduce several major changes from June 1, 2026, impacting residents across transport, labour laws, banking, and public services. These updates include changes to the legal age of adulthood in UAE, new VAT rules for Dubai parking, salary payment deadlines, and expanded consular services. UAE lowers legal age of adulthood to […]
Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi has inaugurated the redesigned Al Majarrah Park, transforming it into a modern cultural and recreational destination aimed at strengthening community life in Sharjah. The park, developed under the umbrella of Sharjah Art Foundation, has been reimagined as a public space that blends art, leisure, and sports facilities while […]
Dubai has launched a new digital school parking system aimed at making daily pick up and drop off routines easier for parents, students, and school staff across the emirate. The initiative is part of a partnership between Knowledge and Human Development Authority and Parkin Company PJSC to modernise parking subscriptions around educational institutions. Under the […]
India’s Central Board of Secondary Education has announced a major relief for students by significantly reducing the cost of re evaluation for Class 12 board exams. Under the revised system, students can now apply for re evaluation at just Rs 25 per question, while fees for scanned answer sheets and verification of marks have also […]
Dubai To Transform 40 Road Tunnels Into Public Art Spaces Under New Urban Initiative Dubai is set to turn everyday infrastructure into a citywide cultural experience as the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority and the Roads and Transport Authority open applications for artists to redesign more than 40 road tunnels across the emirate. The project, […]