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Emirates' new flights will connect between Dubai and Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Bengaluru. (Image generated using AI)

Emirates A380 double-decker aircraft to fly between Dubai and Delhi from October

July 11, 2026 5:52 pm

According to Airbus, the A380 has made a major impact on the long-haul market since it entered into service in October 2007.

Etihad Rail passenger train begins service in UAE (File Photo)

UAE's first passenger train begins service: Inside Etihad Rail's inaugural journey

June 30, 2026 2:53 pm

Etihad Rail's passenger train service has begun in the UAE. Here's what to know about the inaugural journey, planned routes, train features, and the project's significance.

UAE's first passenger train is set to launch soon, offering Indian tourists a new way to travel between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah in 105 minutes. (Image: Etihad Rail/Enhanced using AI)

UAE's first passenger train ticket sold out ahead of launch: How Indian tourists can travel from Abu Dhabi to Fujairah

June 25, 2026 2:27 pm

Etihad Rail Abu Dhabi to Fujairah passenger train service opening date nears: A total of three train services will operate daily on the route, with departures scheduled in the morning at 8:19 am, afternoon at 1:53 pm, and evening at 6:39 pm.

UAE bans social media for children under 15: What it means for 3.5 million Indians in the country

June 18, 2026 8:21 pm

The UAE Cabinet has issued a landmark resolution setting the minimum age for social media use at 15 — and this time, parental consent won't be enough to bypass it.

The UAE-Saudi rivalry has rendered Trump's Abraham Accords meaningless

May 21, 2026 6:06 pm

To the extent that KSA-Pakistan-Turkey form a competing axis to Israel-UAE, many regional states will choose KSA over UAE

Daily Briefing: As BJP prepares to take charge in Bengal, Mamata refuses to quit

May 06, 2026 9:21 am

In today's edition: Vijay's journey from a film-star to a politician; Shashi Tharoor on end of Communist regime in India; CSK's overdependence on Samson; and more

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UAE exits OPEC: What this means for oil prices, and India

May 02, 2026 9:29 am

Saudi Arabia-led OPEC has enforced strict production quotas to maintain oil prices. The UAE wants to break free of that system and ramp up output. This may be a good thing for large buyers like India.

UAE plans to deploy agentic AI across 50% of government sectors within two years (Image generated using AI)

UAE to deploy agentic AI across 50% of government sectors within two years

April 24, 2026 2:24 pm

UAE plans to deploy agentic AI across 50% of government sectors within two years to boost efficiency and digital governance. Check details.

Iran-Israel war update: Emirates begins limited flight bookings to 75 routes (Image: Emirates website)

Iran-Israel war: Emirates opens booking to 75 destinations, including 8 Indian cities from Dubai - Full list

March 05, 2026 7:35 pm

Emirates flight status: The airline is operating a limited number of flight services, following the closure of airspace in the Middle East, amid the ongoing war between Iran and Israel.

'Serious safety risks': US urges Americans to depart from 13 Middle Eastern nations immediately

March 03, 2026 12:42 pm

The dangerous escalation follows a direct military confrontation involving Iran, Israel, and the US, with Tehran launching widespread aerial attacks in response to ongoing regional hostilities.