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Global oil, gas demand driven by data centre expansion: UAE Energy Minister
Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, affirmed that the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC) continues to grow and evolve in both the quality of participation and the diversity of...
    
  Indian expat in UAE had no clue he won AED 25 million Big Ticket jackpot: How it happened
After the result of the October 2025 Big Ticket Abu Dhabi was announced on Monday, hosts Richard and Bouchra phoned the winner to deliver the life-changing news, but got no reply. Meet Saravanan Venkatachalam, a 44-year-old electrical engineer...
    
  ‘Though it was not important’: How Indian man in UAE nearly missed the call about winning Rs 60 crore in Big Ticket draw
It was the call that would change his life, but Saravanan Venkatachalam thought it was not important and decided not to attend it. Venkatachalam, a Chennai native, was searching for his car in a busy Abu Dhabi parking lot on Monday evening when he...
Government reaffirms commitment to strengthening ties with UAE
Minister of Tourism, Rodney Sikumba attended the tourism summit in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) where he reaffirmed government’s commitment to deepening economic integration with that country. Mr Sikumba says government is also committed to...
    
  You fought for us, bhai: Celina Jaitly finds hope as court aids brother in UAE
The Delhi High Court has instructed the Central government to take necessary steps to ensure Major (retd) Vikrant Kumar Jaitly, brother of actor Celina Jaitly, receives effective legal representation in the United Arab Emirates, where he has been...
    
  Sabalenka-Kyrgios to 'Battle' in Dubai exhibition
Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka will play former Wimbledon finalist Nick Kyrgios in a "Battle of the Sexes" exhibition match in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on Dec. 28. After Sabalenka confirmed during the US Open that discussions for the match were...
    
  Sabalenka to face Kyrgios in Battle of the Sexes in Dubai
Tuesday 04 November 2025 1:47 pm Share Facebook Share on Facebook X Share on Twitter LinkedIn Share on LinkedIn WhatsApp Share on WhatsApp Email Share on Email Battle of the Sexes to feature Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios The United Arab...
    
  Scottish firm acquires Abu Dhabi engineering consultancy
Aberdeen-headquartered Three60 Energy has expanded in the region through the acquisition of Abu Dhabi-based Total Vision Oil & Gas Fields Industry & Consultancy Become a MEED subscriber for unlimited access to: Exclusive news, comment and analysis...
    
  'I'm a Brit living in Dubai - little-known WhatsApp rule could land you in jail'
Janelle Ciara shared a list of the rules in an insightful TikTok video(Image: TikTok/@janelleciara1) Now more than ever, Brits are looking to ditch the grey skies for a more desirable lifestyle under the year-round sunshine of Dubai. The hugely...
    
  Superbrands to recognise 29 top UAE brands for excellence and market leadership
Superbrands, the independent authority on branding excellence, has announced that its 21st Annual Superbrands Tribute Event will take place on November 5 at Arjaan by Rotana, Dubai Media City. The celebration will honour 29 of the UAE’s most...
    
  Mahadev App Case Accused Ravi Uppal Goes 'Missing'; Extradition From UAE Put On Hold: Report
Nearly two years after his arrest in Dubai, Ravi Uppal, one of the two key accused in the multi-crore Mahadev online betting app case, has reportedly gone “missing”, with the UAE authorities putting his extradition to India on hold, multiple media...
    
  Microsoft To Invest USD 15.2 Billion in the UAE by 2029 To Boost Technology and Talent Development
Microsoft will invest over USD 15 billion in the UAE by 2029 to strengthen technology and talent across the region. The announcement was made by Brad Smith, Vice Chair and President of Microsoft, in a post on X (formerly Twitter). He said,...
    
  This actress's brother served in Indian Army, is detained in UAE since an year, Delhi HC has now issued notice to Centre for...
Celina Jaitly had approached the Delhi High Court seeking necessary legal and medical assistance for her brother Major (Retd.) Vikrant Kumar Jaitly detained in UAE since September 2024. Celina Jaitly and her brother Major (Retd.) Vikrant Kumar...
    
  WTA World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka Challenges Nick Kyrgios to 'Battle of the Sexes: The Dubai Showdown'
DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- TLive, the sports and entertainment company, today announces Battle of the Sexes: The Dubai Showdown, a one-night exhibition match between WTA World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka and tennis showman Nick Kyrgios....
    
  Over 53,000 new companies joined Dubai Chamber of Commerce during first nine months of 2025
Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced its key achievements during the first nine months of 2025. The results highlight the chamber’s vital role in supporting economic...
    
  ‘Their Early Years Matter’ campaign launched by Abu Dhabi ECA
Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority (ECA) has launched ‘Their Early Years Matter Campaign’ to raise awareness about the importance of the early years of life, from conception to the age of eight. The campaign emphasizes that these...
    
  Why Dubai’s tourism momentum shows no signs of slowing
Dubai Tourism is currently active in over 80 global markets, supported by nearly 3,000 partnerships with international travel and trade organisations. Shayan said Dubai is targeting new regions including Vietnam, Turkey, Eastern Europe, and parts...
    
  Tashas founder Natasha Sideris on her UAE expansion
When Natasha Sideris opened the first Tashas in Johannesburg’s Atholl Square, she thought it would be a hobby. She was studying psychology at university and had plans to write a book called Street Food Africa. “I thought I’d open the store, work a...
    
  UPSC Key: Counter-terrorism cooperation, Afghanistan’s seismic risk, and India-UAE relations
Preliminary Examination: Current events of national and international importance. Mains Examination: General Studies-II, III: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests, Role of...
    
  Sudan crisis not accidental: Rogue regimes UAE and Israel complicit in the genocide
Shocking images of brutal killings and massacres of thousands of civilians in El Fasher, western Sudan, during the end of October, appears to have awoken the world to a largely under-reported genocide ongoing for more than two years. The horrific...