The Gulf Indians

New 1km bridge in Dubai cuts congestion from Hessa Street to Al Khail Road

Dubai: A new 1km bridge opened on Sunday in Dubai, greatly easing traffic flow from Hessa Street to Al Khail…

9 months ago

UAE introduces 5-year residency visa for retired expats over 55

DUBAI: This new regulation, announced by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security (ICP), offers a pathway…

9 months ago

UAE issues new guideline on school health screenings, what it covers

Dubai: The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has launched the National School Health Screening Guideline under which all students…

9 months ago

RTA completes traffic upgrades at key Dubai intersection

Dubai: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed a significant expansion at the intersection of Omar bin Al Khattab…

9 months ago

Oman’s Duqm Economic Zone takes over new municipal services

Muscat: This move follows the Cabinet’s decision to empower SEZAD to develop, implement, and supervise municipal services and public facilities…

9 months ago

Omani-Kuwaiti Economic Forum to prioritize investment in SMEs and trade exchange

Muscat: The four-day event, organized by the Supervisory Team for the Promotion of Omani Products (OPEX) alongside key Omani and…

9 months ago

GCC GDP set to grow by 3.7% in 2024, driven by oil and non-oil sectors

Muscat : The report attributes the optimistic outlook to increased oil production, bolstered by OPEC Plus’ gradual easing of production…

9 months ago

Oman’s commercial banks see strong growth in credit, deposits, and investments

Muscat: The total credit balance granted by these banks grew by 2.7 percent, reaching RO 20.7 billion. Private sector credit…

9 months ago

Oman launches food security projects to boost domestic production and storage

Muscat: In collaboration with various government agencies and private sector partners, these initiatives are designed to promote public-private sector partnerships…

9 months ago

4.6 magnitude earthquake recorded 121km away from Oman

Muscat: According to the Earthquake Monitoring Center at Sultan Qaboos University, a moderate earthquake measuring 4.6 on the Richter scale…

9 months ago

Oman and Angola promise stronger cooperation across key sectors in joint statement

Muscat: This announcement follows the official visit of His Excellency President João Lourenço of Angola to Oman, from December 19…

9 months ago

Oman ranks 45th globally in Government AI Readiness Index 2024

MUSCAT : Oman has secured the 45th position globally for Artificial Intelligence (AI) readiness, according to the 2024 Government AI…

9 months ago

Abu Dhabi eases death-related paperwork, free of charge

Abu Dhabi: In a move to alleviate the burden on grieving families, the Department of Health — Abu Dhabi (DoH)…

9 months ago

US House passes bill to avert government shutdown, Senate vote to follow

Washington: The US House of Representatives voted Friday to avert a government shutdown with just hours to spare, with Democrats…

9 months ago

UAE weather: Red and yellow fog alert issued over Abu Dhabi and Al Dhafrah

Dubai: Foggy weather conditions were reported over parts of Abu Dhabi and Al Dhafrah, this morning in the UAE. The…

9 months ago

UAE travel: Airlines launch flash promotions on airfares ahead of busy holiday travel season

Dubai: With the peak winter holiday season just days away, airfares to popular destinations are typically at their highest. However,…

9 months ago

Saudi Arabia condemns car attack at German Christmas market

Dubai: Saudi Arabia condemned the ramming attack at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, which left at least two people…

9 months ago

Saudi Arabia launches new emergency medical service model in Medina

Dubai: Saudi Arabia has launched a new emergency medical service model “motorcycle ambulance” in Medina, to improve response times and…

9 months ago

UAE: British Airways suspends summer flights between Abu Dhabi and Heathrow

UAE: British Airways suspends summer flights between Abu Dhabi and Heathrow British Airways has suspended some flights between Abu Dhabi…

9 months ago

From Riyadh Metro to flying taxis: Saudi Arabia’s transport revolution easing commutes

Saudi Arabia : Saudi Arabia’s capital marked an urban mobility milestone with the launch of its first Metro system on…

9 months ago

UAE announces New Year’s Day public holiday for government workers

UAE : New Year’s Day will be a paid holiday for government workers in the United Arab Emirates, government officials…

9 months ago

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