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, […]
Business owners across Dubai have once again been reminded to comply with updated storefront signage regulations introduced under the city’s urban beautification drive. The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism and the Dubai Civility Committee said all commercial outlets must follow specific rules outlined in the Outdoor Advertising Manual launched in 2024. The initiative aims […]
Parkin has started deploying more than 500 AI powered cameras across Dubai as part of a major smart parking initiative aimed at automating parking payments and improving traffic management across the city. The first phase of the rollout covers busy areas including Burj Khalifa, Trade Centre 1 and Al Corniche. The advanced curb and pole […]
The UAE has officially announced the Eid Al Adha 2026 holiday schedule for government employees, with public sector workers set to enjoy an extended five day break later this month. According to Federal Authority for Government Human Resources, the holiday will begin on Monday, May 25, and continue until Friday, May 29, with work resuming […]
Dubai has introduced a new aviation security initiative under Dubai Police, creating a specialised “National Inspector” role aimed at strengthening inspection standards across one of the world’s busiest aviation hubs. The move focuses on improving security oversight, ensuring strict compliance with international regulations, and building a new generation of trained Emirati aviation professionals. The role […]