Dubai has been ranked the world’s cleanest city for the sixth consecutive year, according to the Global Power City Index released by the Mori Memorial Foundation. The emirate achieved a 100 percent satisfaction score for cleanliness under the Environmental Pillar of the ranking, reflecting its continued focus on sanitation, waste management, and sustainable urban services. […]
The UAE Ministry of Interior has introduced a digital service that allows motorists to pay vehicle impound allowance fees online, making the process faster and more convenient. Drivers can access the service through the ministry’s official online portal and begin by entering either their traffic code (TC) number or vehicle plate number. After entering the […]
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has confirmed that hotels, attractions and tourism experiences across the emirate continue to operate normally despite recent regional travel disruptions. Authorities said they are working closely with government partners and hospitality providers to support visitors whose travel plans have been affected. Hotels have […]
The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) has announced that individuals unable to leave the UAE due to recent airspace closures and flight suspensions will be exempt from overstay fines. The decision applies to visitors holding tourist or visit visas, individuals with exit permits, and residents who had cancelled their residency […]
The Ministry of Economy and Tourism has confirmed that it is continuously monitoring the prices of essential consumer goods through a digital price monitoring system connected to 627 major retail outlets across the country. These outlets include consumer cooperatives, hypermarkets and supermarkets, representing more than 90 per cent of the internal trade in essential goods […]
Dubai International Airport has issued a public alert regarding fake videos circulating on social media that falsely claim to show incidents at the airport. In an official statement, the airport clarified that the clips are fabricated and digitally altered and do not reflect the current situation at DXB. Airport authorities stressed that operations continue as […]
Authorities in Dubai confirmed that the loud sounds heard across different parts of the city were the result of air defence interception operations. In a statement shared by the Government of Dubai Media Office, officials said relevant teams are closely monitoring the situation and taking all necessary steps to ensure public safety. Residents have been […]
The UAE Government has confirmed that its advanced, multi layered air defence systems successfully intercepted the majority of threats during a recent Iranian attack. Out of 186 ballistic missiles launched toward the country, 172 were destroyed, 13 fell into the sea, and one landed within UAE territory. Authorities clarified that the loud sounds heard across […]
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police have temporarily lifted restrictions on truck movements across the city, allowing heavy vehicles to use all roads until Wednesday evening. The decision is part of eased traffic controls following a period of weather-related travel disruption in the emirate. Normally, trucks are restricted from using certain major […]
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Minister of Defence, made a surprise visit to Dubai Mall, one of the world’s largest shopping and entertainment destinations. During the visit, Sheikh Mohamed toured key areas of the mall, interacted with visitors, and observed various facilities and attractions. The visit was […]