Explainer: What we know about the Indian variant as virus sweeps South Asia

Scientists studying what led to an unexpected surge.

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Covid-19: Indian states run out of vaccines, nationwide inoculation delayed

New cases in the past 24 hours stand at 386,452.

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UAE: Sheikh Mohamed calls up first Emirati female mechanic

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince congratulates Huda Al Matroushi on garage opening.

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Covid vaccine UAE: 81,323 doses administered in 24 hours

Total doses administered now stands at 10.5 million.

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Australian Cricket Media Association donates $4200 to help India fight Covid-19

India is facing an unprecedented health crisis due to the second wave, with the country recording more than 300,000 cases every day

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Covid India: Popular TV anchor Rohit Sardana dies of Covid

Sardana was an executive editor and TV news anchor with Aaj Tak of the India Today Group.

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Veteran Pakistani actress tests positive for Covid

She made the announcement in a series of Instagram videos on Friday.

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Coronavirus: UAE reports 1,974 Covid-19 cases, 1,836 recoveries, 3 deaths

More than 43.9 million Covid-19 tests have been carried out in the UAE so far.

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UAE: Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed lauds Zayed Book Award winners

Seven authors and researchers from Egypt, Tunisia, Saudi Arabia, the US and a Lebanese publishing house were declared winners.

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Bollywood star Randhir Kapoor tests Covid positive

Actor and filmmaker has been shifted to the intensive care unit in Mumbai hospital.

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India extends ban on international flights till May 31

The ban on scheduled overseas flights that has been in place for a year now, was to end on April 30.

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Predict and win with KT: Who will win today's IPL match?

Punjab Kings will take on Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Mumbai.

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Coronavirus: Worldwide Covid cases pass 150 million

Worldwide, the number of new daily infections has more than doubled since mid-February.

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India-UAE flights: What to do if you have booked tickets?

Emirates has listed steps passengers can take.

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Weather: Rain hits UAE, more expected across the country

The National Centre of Meteorology attributes the rainfall to cloud seeding.

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Pakistan: Covid vaccination drive picks up momentum

Pakistan is expected to receive more than 13 million doses by June

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Covid: First US emergency aid supplies arrive in India

The military jet carrying more than 400 oxygen cylinders and other hospital equipment and nearly one million rapid Covid tests landed in Delhi

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UAE likely to host T20 World Cup, BCCI official confirms

It would be the UAE. We're hoping again that it would be done by the BCCI, Malhotra said

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Dozens killed in stampede at religious gathering in Israel

Closed last year due to coronavirus restrictions, this year's pilgrimage was the largest public gathering since the pandemic began.

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WKND Special: A tale of princesses from Afghanistan

A peek into a unique initiative that empowers the country's independent woman farmers

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Covid-19: Pakistan may cut inbound flights before Eid

The NCOC recommended a reduction of up to 80 per cent of inbound flights.

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WKND Fashion: A peek into the season's hottest picks

As scorching (and beautiful) as the Arabian summer can be, here's finding the sweet spot in the ultimate mood board of the season

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WhatsApp groups: Our new drawing rooms

It's rare that our permissions are sought before we get caged into a group.

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India-UAE flights: Suspension of arrivals extended until May 14

Earlier, all flights from India to the UAE had been suspended for 10 days from 11.59pm on April 24.

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Revealed: How much rain UAE received on Wednesday

According to the NCM, there have been some cloud-seeding operations in the UAE in recent days, which enhanced the amount of rain received.

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UAE Covid: Deaths, critical cases decrease significantly

The UAE's mortality rate from the virus is 0.3 per cent - which is much below the global average of 2.1 per cent.

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Dubai: Man arrested for killing motorist in hit-and-run

The accused caused the death by accident, but fled the scene, leaving the dying victim behind.

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UAE: Professors take pride in 1st female Arab astronaut's success

Noura Al Matrooshi is part of a team to undergo training at NASA

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UAE healthcare group to set up Covid-19 field hospital in India

It will support patients who are financially disadvantaged and in need of critical care.

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UAE: Salman Khan fans, book your 'Radhe' tickets now

Advance booking is open for Khan's Eid release.

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UAE reports 1,961 Covid-19 cases, 1,803 recoveries, 4 deaths

Over 43.7 million tests have been conducted across the country to date.

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Video: Heavy rains hit UAE for third time in 4 days

More rains forecast for Friday.

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Air India to resume flights to UK from Saturday

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India acquires 12 oxygen tanks from UAE, to airlift more

Country facing an acute shortage of life-saving gas amid a fresh and unprecedented rise in the viral outbreak

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100 Million Meals: Dubai's Global Village breaks 23rd world record

2,500 lanterns used for record-breaking feat

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India Covid crisis: Pregnant doctor born, raised in Dubai dies

Doctors could not save her or the baby.

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UAE: People aiding criminal activities will be held liable

Legal action against those found transferring money to suspicious bank accounts

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India Covid-19 crisis: Abu Dhabi temple to supply 440 mt of oxygen

Relief work by the Hindu temple in line with the UAE's wise and visionary leadership, says Pujya Swami Brahmaviharidas

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Second wave a humbling moment for Indian elites

How did we get to where we got? Everyone is pointing fingers at the government for its inability to strategise and prepare for the return of the virus.

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Predict and win with KT: Who will win today's IPL match?

Mumbai Indians will take on Rajasthan Royals in match 24 of the Indian Premier League 2021 at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi.

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Covid in India: Why there is a deadly oxygen crisis?

Experts say the nation is producing enough oxygen but most of it is for industrial use

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Covid-19: India accepts 1st international aid in 16 years

New cases jump up to a massive 18.36 million confirmed cases.

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Pakistan: Imran Khan wants voting rights for non-resident Pakistanis

Government determined to involve 9 million overseas citizens in the next general elections.

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Indians rush for vaccines as Covid toll tops 200,000

Second wave of infections has seen at least 300,000 people test positive each day.

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Who's right: Greta Thunberg or Bill Gates?

In the long run, techno-optimism looks justified.

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Pakistan look to tame Zimbabwe without injured Yasir

The visitors will also be without frontline seamer Mohammad Abbas

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Video: Stunning waterfalls in UAE as heavy rains hit country

It rained so heavily in the UAE that gorgeous waterfalls have formed in some mountainous areas.

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Dubai: 25 workers who won $1 million hit another jackpot

Palakkal belongs to the same group of 25 employees of the school transport company who won $1 million under his colleague's name.

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Dubai: Jobless for a year, man hits Dh300,000 jackpot

He has pledged a certain amount of the prize money for charity.

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Dubai Duty Free raffle: 2 new millionaires announced

One of them is not yet aware that he is a dollar-millionaire.

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UAE weather videos: Heavy rains, hailstorms hit country

Police issue safety warning, ask motorists to look out for speed limit changes

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Dubai Police arrest 10 involved in violent brawl that killed three

The men were armed with knives and wooden bats

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UAE reports 1,710 cases, 1,551 recoveries, 2 deaths

Over 43.6 million tests have been conducted across the country to date.

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Covid-19: Bodies of 22 patients stuffed into single vehicle

The district administration has blamed the hospital staff for not providing additional vans to carry the bodies.

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Remittances from UAE to India surge during latest Covid wave

Exchange house waives charges on funds being remitted to PM Cares Fund

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6-month jail, Dh5,000 fine for creator of viral TikTok video

He was sentenced for publishing a fake clip that threatened public order.

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Eid Al Fitr 2021: Dubai to step up inspections of eateries, public kitchens

The most common violation during the holy month was the accumulation of foodstuffs due to high demand.

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Websites offering Ramadan food discounts could be fake

Bogus websites lure residents with massive discounts, police in UAE warn.

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UAE jobs: Best companies to grow your career revealed

Retail companies make up 40 per cent of the UAE's top companies.

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UAE: Man on trial for forging Emirates ID card

A security guard noticed that he had presented a card with a different plastic cover from the usual colours of the national ID.

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UAE cloud seeding: Moderate rainfall in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi City is experiencing overcast skies and cooler temperatures.

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Covid India: 200,000 dead as virus surge breaks health system

Health ministry reports a single-day record 3,293 Covid19 deaths in 24 hours.

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UAE Covid: Full list of banned practices during Ramadan 2021

It's illegal to gather for Iftar, host celebrations at home, or conduct social visits.

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India: Massive fire breaks out in Mumbai hospital

Three patients died in the incident

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UAE: 2 outlets closed down for violating Covid-19 rules

Dubai Municipality shuts down outlets for not adhering to Covid-19 safety measures.

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Predict and win with KT: Who will win today's IPL match?

Chennai Super Kings will take on Sunrisers Hyderabad in match 23 of the Indian Premier League 2021 at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi.

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India: 6.4 magnitude earthquake hits Assam

Tremors felt in the entire region, including Meghalaya and West Bengal.

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Samsung heirs to pay billions, donate Picasso works to settle tax bill

Heirs to pay more than $10 billion in inheritance tax settlements.

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Imran Khan to announce new package for overseas Pakistanis

Overseas residents from country will soon be able to buy a car on discounted rates under Roshan Digital Account.

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Covid-19: Expats worried of lack of hospital beds in India

Residents who lost relatives in India to Covid say the country faces acute shortage of oxygen, hospital beds

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Covid-19: Pakistan cancels all exams till June 15

Education minister says this applies to matric, inter, university exams and O and A levels

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Transition from Hindu to Muslim wasn't tough: New convert

Whatever stress or negative thoughts I have vanish when I prostrate before Allah, says Vijayalakshmi.

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Covid-19: 82-year-old with low oxygen recovers without cylinder

Her son spent four days in her room and monitored her oxygen levels regularly.

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Pink supermoon in UAE sky tonight: When, how to watch

Stargazers will get to see the first of the two supermoons of 2021 today.

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UAE reports 2,094 cases, 1,900 recoveries, 5 deaths

Over 43.2 million tests have been conducted across the country to date.

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Social gathering rules, reduced capacity extended in RAK

Rules will now be in place till June 8.

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Revealed: Most common cause of accidents during Ramadan

Top official urges drivers to avoid driving when feeling sleepy or exhausted.

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Shopping online? No refunds if product is cheaper on other websites

Data shows electronics make up one of the largest share of consumer complaints in the emirate.

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UAE: Five killed in vehicle collision in Abu Dhabi

The collision of the two vehicles led to a fire

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What to do if you test Covid-positive in pre-travel PCR test

Airlines implement policy on partial ticket refunds if a traveller postpones or cancels a trip after testing positive.

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UAE: Patient who collapsed on street reunited with family

Social workers and philanthropists came to his rescue.

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India advises people to wear masks even at home

According to a study, a Covid patient can pass on the infection to 406 people in just 30 days if no physical distancing is maintained.

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India records 323,144 cases, 2,771 deaths in last 24 hours

With 323,144 new cases, India's overall caseload now stands at 17.64 million.

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New iPhone privacy changes: What do they mean for you?

Apple rolled out iPhone privacy feature, cracking down on apps that track users' activity.

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Predict and win with KT: Who will win today's IPL match?

Delhi Capitals will take on Royal Challengers Bangalore in match 22 of the Indian Premier League 2021 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

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Covid: UAE's twin lab breaks 10 million test mark

Unilabs to open a new branch, with a production capacity of 80,000 PCR tests per day.

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Covid: First shipment of UK medical aid arrives in India

Britain is despatching more than 600 pieces of vital medical equipment.

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Carbon emissions are more than countries are reporting: Study

The emissions gap could mean some countries will have to adjust their emissions reductions.

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Heavy fighting in Myanmar erupts near Thai border

Fighting comes days after regional meeting to end violence

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Situation in India 'beyond heartbreaking', WHO chief says

"WHO is doing everything we can, providing critical equipment and supplies," Tedros said.

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Covid: G7 must act decisively to vaccinate the world

The June G7 summit in the UK provides political leaders of the world's richest countries an opportunity to demonstrate that solidarity.

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Kanye's Yeezy sneakers fetch a record $1.8m in private sale

They were revealed during West's performance at the 2008 Grammy Awards.

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UAE helping India with oxygen containers, says ambassador

UAE expresses solidarity with India as the country's healthcare system collapses to a second wave of Covid-19

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UAE: Expats delay travel plans by months; airfares rise

Some are however braving odds to fly and tend to their ailing loved ones.

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UAE: 17-year-old driver killed in car crash

Six people sustained injuries.

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India-UAE flights: Airlines open bookings for May 5 onwards

One-way business class tickets selling for over Dh7,000.

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Covid-19: Karnataka to enter lockdown as infections surge

It will last 14 days.

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Video: Rains hit UAE; more forecast for 3 days

It's raining in parts of the UAE and more are forecast.

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Girl in Dubai tries 'delicious juice', falls into drug addiction

The youngster had transformed her family home store into a den for drug abuse.

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UAE: Get iPhone 12 cheaper by nearly Dh1,800

Upon purchase of the new iPhone, Apple will apply the value toward the purchase or recycle the device for free.

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Ramadan 2021: How to perform Umrah amid Covid

Saudi Arabian authorities have outlined the process for pilgrims once they arrive in the country.

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Covid: India's super-rich pay over Dh500,000 for private jets to UK

Eight private jets landed mere minutes before the UK implemented a travel ban on India.

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These countries have imposed Covid travel bans on India

World leaders have also postponed their visits to the country.

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Flying Emirates? No need for hard copy of PCR test

The integration makes Dubai one of the first cities in the world to implement full digital verification of traveller Covid-19 testing and vaccination records.

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Covid: India issues advisory to states on how to tackle surge

Sufficient quarantine facilities shall also be re-activated.

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Covid: India reports 352,991 new cases, highest single-day spike

Deaths rose by a record 2,812 to reach a total of 195,123.

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Pakistan Covid: PIA airlifts 1 million vaccine doses from China

Two special planes and a PIA regular flight were used to airlift the vaccine doses from China.

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Predict and win with KT: Who will win today's IPL match?

Kolkata Knight Riders will take on Punjab Kings in match 21 of the 2021 IPL at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Monday.

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India fights Covid: US to send vaccine materials, other aid

"We are determined to help India in its time of need," Biden said on Twitter.

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Indonesia finds missing submarine, all 53 crew members dead

The Nanggala-402 submarine was broken into three parts at the depth of 838 meters under the sea.

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UAE affirms solidarity with India to fight Covid

Sheikh Abdullah renewed UAE's solidarity with India and the confidence that the nation will survive this critical juncture.

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Oscars 2021: Chloe Zhao makes history with 'Nomadland'

The Academy Awards are being held in-person - shifted to a glammed-up Union Station to enable strict Covid-19 protocols.

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Covid-19: Burj Khalifa supports India with national flag display

The number of cases has surged by 349,691 in the past 24 hours, the fourth straight day of record peaks.

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Expats stuck in India pray UAE flights will resume soon

Indians waiting to return to the Emirates say they are willing to 'wait and watch'.

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India-UAE travel suspension: Who are exempted

How chartered flights will operate, GCAA clarifies.

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KT Exclusive: Suez crisis was a wake-up call for global supply chain, says DP World chairman

International community must better prepare for any scenario that threatens global trade, Sultan bin Sulayem says.

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39 Ramadan gatherings in UAE busted; Dh10k fine warning issued

The police have called on residents to adhere to all Covid safety protocols.

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UAE tower fire: Hero cop went knocking from door to door

Hassan was on patrolling duty when he noticed smoke emanating from a 11-storey building.

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UAE: When will Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha begin?

Based on astronomer's forecast, residents are expected to have long breaks during both Eids.

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Specifying nationality for job posts could be a criminal offence

In the UAE, the first preference of employment should be granted to UAE nationals.

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Help! My Dubai rent cheque is due, but I don't have the money

Your legal rights in Dubai when it comes to rent cheques that have been submitted.

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Covid-19: Lockdown in Delhi extended by a week

He also addressed the steps the capital is taking to tackle the acute shortage in oxygen cylinders.

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Covid: Police arrest man after he infects 22 people

The 40-year-old had also pulled his mask down at work on several occasions to cough at his colleagues and told them he was going to infect them with the virus.

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Good news: Pakistani missions reduce passport fee

The prices have been reduced across the board for both five- and 10-year, as well as ordinary and urgent passports

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Covid: India records highest daily cases with oxygen running out

India is in the midst of a Covid surge and hospitals are running out of beds and oxygen.

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UAE: 'Mass mail attack' warning issued

Many residents have lost money as they were not careful online, authority says.

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Predict and win with KT: Who will win today's IPL match?

Chennai Super Kings vs Royal Challengers Bangalore and Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Delhi Capitals are the two matches scheduled on Sunday.

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US to deploy support to India govt, healthcare workers

India is grappling with a record-setting surge in Covid infections, with hospitals running out of critical oxygen supplies.

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Covid in India: Pakistan extends support to fight pandemic

The concerned authorities of Pakistan and India can work out modalities for quick delivery of the relief items.

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At least 27 dead in fire at Iraq hospital for Covid patients

The fire broke out in the floor designated for the pulmonary intensive care unit and that 90 people have been rescued.

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Over a billion Covid-19 vaccine doses administered globally

More than half have been given in 3 countries: the United States with 225.6 million doses, China with 216.1 million doses and India with 138.4 million

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Ramadan: Why Islam has made charity obligatory and binding on all

Charity, preached by every religion, is a way of bringing justice to society.

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UAE: Dh38m raised for 100 million meals drive in art auction

This initiative by His Highness Shiekh Mohammed is all about humanity.

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Covid: Rush at Dubai airport ahead of flights suspension

Some paid 8 times the normal price, some had to change tickets as they could not get PCR test results on time.

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UAE reports 2,080 Covid-19 cases, 1,793 recoveries, 2 deaths

Over 42.6 million tests have been conducted across the country to date.

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India agrees to grant full exemption from customs duty, cess on oxygen import

Decision taken after Prime Minister Narendra Modi reviewed steps taken to boost oxygen availability in country.

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Covid in India: Pakistanis pour their hearts out for neighbours on social media

Mutual hard feelings melt in the face of the raging contagion that has emerged as a common enemy

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Covid: Plane takes off with just one infected traveller on board

The decision was reached after five hours of talks.

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Covid: Pakistanis urge PM to send oxygen to Indian hospitals

Pakistani citizens used #IndiaNeedsOxygen to request the Prime Minister to provide oxygen to Indian hospitals.

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Watch: Crew aboard SpaceX capsule prepare to dock at ISS

The Crew-2 team has around 100 experiments in the diary during their six-month mission.

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Predict and win with KT: Who will win today's IPL match?

Rajasthan Royals are set to lock horns with Kolkata Knight Riders at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Saturday.

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Covid: India's daily death toll hits new record as shortages bite

Another 2,624 deaths, a new daily record, were reported in 24 hours.

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India Covid crisis: Kuwait suspends all commercial flights

Kuwaiti citizens, their first degree relatives and their domestic workers will be allowed to enter.

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Covid: New Zealand pauses travel bubble with Australia

The decision to lock down followed "a positive Covid-19 case from hotel quarantine who was active in the community".

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US approves restart of J&J Covid vaccinations

The government uncovered 15 vaccine recipients who developed a highly unusual kind of blood clot, out of nearly 8 million people given the J&J shot.

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Pfizer CEO: Covid vaccine to become easier to ship, store

Pfizer plans new version of coronavirus vaccine that can be stored in a standard freezer and comes diluted and ready for use, says CEO

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Covid-19 in India: US offers help as cases surge

White House says Washington and New Delhi are currently discussing ways to address the crisis

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Southeast Asian leaders set for Myanmar crisis talks

United Nations special envoy for Myanmar, Christine Schraner Burgener, is expected on the sidelines of the summit.

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100 Million Meals: Every Dh1 can make a difference

How your donations to the 100 Million Meals campaign are changing lives worldwide

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The long read: Demystifying the gold rush

What is it about "precious" jewellery, rooted in tradition, that still gives most of us an unexplained high, a sense of wellbeing?

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Covid-19: UAE issues update on India flight suspension

Authorities say decision includes the entry of travellers who were in India in the last 14 days prior to coming to the UAE

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KT Exclusive: How UAE's independent institution will protect human rights

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They had also invited others to gather and watch as they performed the road stunts also flouted Covid rules.

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US, other countries deepen climate goals at Earth Day summit

Leaders from 40 countries attend two-day virtual summit convened by Joe Biden

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India: 13 Covid patients die in hospital fire in Maharashtra

The fire broke out in the ICU of the hospital.

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Abu Dhabi announces updated list of 'Green List' destinations

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Ramadan in UAE: Five-year-old completes her first fast

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Covid-19: Canada bans flights from India, Pakistan for 30 days

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Covid-19: UAE's vaccination crosses 10 million mark

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Covid-19: UAE suspends all passenger flights from India

The NCEMA and the GCAA said the suspension applies to all UAE-based and foreign carriers.

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Pakistan: Shahbaz Sharif gets bail in moneylaundering case

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Passengers from India can't fly to UAE from April 24, agents told

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300 passengers flee airport in Assam to avoid testing

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Dubai denies rumours, says no gambling licences being given

Reports circulating on social media are incorrect.

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UAE's Ramadan food donation drive meets target in 10 days

Over 185,000 donors helped raise Dh100 million in 10 days to secure food parcels in 30 countries.

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UAE reports 2,081 cases, 1,842 recoveries, 4 deaths

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Dh496,000 penalty for exchange house in UAE

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Covid-19: India reports world's largest single-day tally of cases

Five states with active Covid cases more than 100,000 each.

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New all-in-one Covid-19 test developed in Saudi Arabia

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ICC bans UAE's Qadeer for five years for corruption

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Dubai plans to boost jobs for Emirati youth

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Bombing in hotel parking lot in Pakistan kills at least 4

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Covid in India: Maharashtra tightens curbs amid surge in cases

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Shashi Tharoor tests positive for Covid-19

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Oman to suspend travel from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh

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UAE hits Covid vaccination rate of 100.10 per 100 residents

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UAE reports 1,931 cases, 1,898 recoveries, 2 deaths

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Covid India: 22 patients die due to oxygen leak in Nashik

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Dubai: 64 Indian job-seekers found living in one apartment

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UAE: Dh50,000 fine, jail term for hiring domestic workers illegally

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These countries have imposed Covid travel bans on India

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UAE: Beggars to face tougher penalties if they fake injuries

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UAE: FNC approves draft law to establish national human rights commission

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UAE: Where to get free jabs in Abu Dhabi

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90-year-old woman loses $32 million in phone scam

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UAE vaccine: Abu Dhabi approves use of Pfizer-BioNTech jabs

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'I was minutes away from ending my life, then I found Islam'

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German expat in Dubai loses Dh45,000 to phishing attack

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Save on Dubai parking fees with new payment method

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Dubai: 21-year-old arrested for dangerous driving

The 21-year-old already has a history of criminal behaviour.

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UAE: Dh2,000 fine for parking your vehicle at bus stops

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Covid in India: Second wave strikes newborns, teens in Mumbai

India's megapolis reports a 65% spike in cases among kids since March 1.

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Look: Women guards on duty at Saudi Arabia's Grand Mosque

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Dubai eateries can't serve food outdoors during fasting hours

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Covid-19: Over 4.4m vaccine doses wasted in India

Tamil Nadu, Haryana and Punjab topped the list.

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Nasdaq Dubai to list Middle East's first Bitcoin Fund

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UAE extends repayment of $2 billion loan given to Pakistan

Sheikh Abdullah met Shah Mehmood Qureshi and discussed issues of mutual interest.

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Breaking: ICSE cancels Class 10 board exams

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Global weekly Covid cases reach new high: WHO

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Photos: Dubai gets a stunning new mangrove forest

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Delhi Capitals face defending champions Mumbai Indians for the first time this season in Chennai on Tuesday.

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Former US Vice President Walter Mondale dies at 93

Mondale served as vice president under President Jimmy Carter, from 1977-1981.

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Sheikh Abdullah, Pakistan FM discuss Covid, Expo 2020 Dubai

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US will boost 'Do Not Travel' advisories to 80% of world

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Covid: US advises its citizens to avoid travelling to India

Britain added India to the 'red list,' banning all arrivals from the country.

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Is remote working a new normal in UAE?

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Covid: India announces vaccination for all above age of 18

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Covid-19: Physical inactivity tied to higher risk, says study

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Facebook to launch audio rooms, podcasts and more

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Covid-19: UK puts India on red list for travel bans

Anyone who is not UK or Irish residents or British citizens can't enter the UK if they visited India in 10 days

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Covid-19: Man in Dubai loses bladder control after infection

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Covid-19: Kuwait to extend partial curfew until end of Ramadan

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Can more than two members of same family sit in a taxi?

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Covid-19 India: Night curfew in Kerala from Tuesday

All domestic travellers coming to the state to undergo RT-PCR tests.

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Covid-19: New India-Dubai travel PCR test rules announced

The report must also include a QR code which is linked to the original report.

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Dubai: Man carries Dh1m in plastic bag on bicycle, fined

The man was fined for not following safety protocols.

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UAE Covid-19: Children aged 3 and above must wear masks

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UAE reports 1,803 cases, 1,760 recoveries, 2 deaths

Over 41.9 million tests have been conducted across the country to date.

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Pakistan minister Qureshi meets Sheikh Nahyan

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Covid-19: UK PM Boris Johnson cancels India visit

Johnson was due to travel to India on April 25.

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Don't fall for fake 'WhatsApp Pink' app, warn cyber experts

The virus is sent as a link that claims to turn users' WhatsApp pink and install new features.

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Man slaps paramedic, causes permanent hearing damage

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Dubai: Police rescue baby left alone at home

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India Covid: One-week curfew in Delhi from tonight

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Pakistan FM leaves for Abu Dhabi: Is meeting with Indian FM likely?

Qureshi left for Abu Dhabi a day after his Indian counterpart S. Jaishankar also arrived in the Capital.

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Covid-19: India's daily cases rise by record 273,810

The country's deaths from Covid-19 rose by a record 1,619 to reach a total of 178,76

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Hong Kong bans flights from India, Pakistan and Philippines

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Predict and win with KT: Who will win today's IPL match

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Hugs, tears as New Zealand-Australia travel bubble opens

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Ramadan: How to best reach the right audience this holy month

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Nasa's Ingenuity Mars helicopter set for historic flight

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Two killed in Tesla car crash with 'no one' in driver's seat

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Ramadan: I wanted to please Allah, says 7-year-old who fasted

Little Aquib managed to pull off the full fast with immense grace just like his two siblings and parents.

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India's Covid-19 warriors display exemplary dedication to service

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Look: Dubai landmarks, over 5,300 screens go blue with special message

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UAE has the best Covid vaccines in the world: Top official

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Pakistan welcomes UAE mediation in talks with India

Foreign Minister says meeting with his Indian counter is not planned.

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UAE reports 1,930 Covid-19 cases, 1,503 recoveries, 4 deaths

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Girl with Pakistani passport gets life-saving surgery in India

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Pakistan minister Qureshi visits Dubai Expo 2020 site

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Part-time jobs in UAE: All you need to know

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Dubai: Now, report illegal practices anonymously

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Ramadan work timings in UAE: How overtime is calculated

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Man orders apples online, gets an iPhone

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Covid-19: India under siege, hospitals overwhelmed

India reported 261,500 new cases, taking the total caseload to nearly 14.8 million

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UAE Ramadan 2021: Why you should shop only after Iftar

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Time to buy: Dubai gold prices set to rise further this week

24K Dubai retail gold price forecast to rise above Dh220 per gram.

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UAE: Up to Dh200,000 fine for flouting food rules

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Predict and win with KT: Who will win today's IPL match

Royal Challengers Bangalore and Kolkata Knight Riders face off at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

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Covid live: Global cases top 140.6m; new travel rules for France

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Covid: Virus spreads through air; UAE doctors' urge caution

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Ramadan 2021: It's never too late to repent of your sins

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US, China 'committed to cooperating' on climate crisis

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From lizards to water, eco-bumps snag Tesla Berlin plant

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What is Covid vaccine passport, and will I need one?

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Pakistan FM lauds UAE for helping bridge $20b BoP crisis

Qureshi asks missions to take the community's problems seriously and solve them.

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India, Pakistan foreign ministers in UAE on Sunday

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Prince Philip laid to rest in Royal Vault at Windsor Castle

Philip, who died on April 9 aged 99, was interred in the Royal Vault at St George's Chapel.

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UAE: Police warn against scammers offering domestic services

Abu Dhabi Police urge public to avail such services from government-authorised companies.

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Covid vaccine: Dubai expands eligibility criteria for Pfizer jab

Former Covid patients no longer need to wait three months to get the vaccine.

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Pakistan foreign minister arrives in UAE on 3-day visit

UAE Foreign Ministry officials, Pakistan's Ambassador to the UAE receive FM at Dubai International airport.

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UAE reports 1,958 cases, 1,545 recoveries, 3 deaths

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Dubai Ruler launches behavioural rewards programme

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UAE: Pakistan foreign minister's 3-day visit begins today

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New Dxb-Shj traffic link: Travel time cut to 9 mins

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Covid-19: Global death toll nears 3m as India cases surge

Hopes that South Asian countries might have seen the worst of the pandemic have been dashed, with India recording over 2m new cases this month.

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Twitter down in UAE for third time in 3 months

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Global Covid infection rate approaching highest: WHO

Tedros urged countries to immediately donate vaccine doses that are over their needs to Covax and invest in local vaccine manufacturing.

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Biden: Iran's plan to enrich uranium to 60% not helpful

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Prince Philip: Who are the 30 guests attending the funeral?

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SpaceX picked for moonwalkers, on verge of 3rd crew launch

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Kremlin to expel 10 US diplomats in response to sanctions

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says Moscow will order 10 US diplomats to leave Russia, add eight US officials to its sanctions list

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Fakhar flays South Africa as Pakistan seal T20 series

Full-strength Pakistan also won the three-match One-Day International series 2-1.

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Indian school board postpones 10th, 12th grade exams

ICSE exams called off due to pandemic situation.

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Ramadan 2021: This non-Muslim expat has been observing fast for 18 years

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Media tycoon Jimmy Lai along with other activists jailed

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India: Day workers leaving Mumbai as virus dries up jobs

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Iran starts enriching uranium to 60%, its highest level ever

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Oman rolls out 5% VAT on most goods and services

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Ramadan: New rules announced for foreign Umrah seekers

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Covid: India shifts from mass vaccine exporter to importer

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Pfizer CEO says 3rd vaccine dose likely needed within 12 months

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Special car promotions offer discounts up to Dh20,000

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Sharjah Police seize 1,800 e-scooters, bicycles

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Don't leave car engines running as you pray Taraweeh

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Covid-19: Weekend curfew imposed in Delhi

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Delhi mulls weekend curfew as daily cases breach 17,000 mark

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Emirates suspends flights to Johannesburg

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Ramadan: Don't collect donations without licence, warns UAE authority

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US troop set to exit Afghanistan on May 1

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India: Did Kerala CM violate Covid-19 protocols?

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UAE sees 21% jump in online shops

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Instagram dabbles with letting people hide 'likes'

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UAE's mission moon: 10kg rover to be launched on Space X rocket

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UAE tax rules relaxed, penalties reduced

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With 170 days to go, UAE ready for Expo 2020: Sheikh Mohammed

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UAE: April records lowest Covid cases this year so far

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UAE reports 1,798 Covid-19 cases, 1,492 recoveries, 4 deaths

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Covid-19: Fee exemptions extended for Abu Dhabi hotels

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When people must break fast, even 1 minute before Iftar

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UAE's 'Rashid' moon rover to launch in 2022

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UAE-India travel: Some expats cancel plans as cases surge

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CBSE Board exams for Grade 10 cancelled, Grade 12 postponed

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UAE: Non-exam assessments for some schools

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Kuwait court orders detention of former PM: Reuters

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Baby weighing 250g born in Abu Dhabi

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Covid latest: Global cases top 137.2m; India tightens curbs

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Temperatures could hit a high of 48°C during Ramadan

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'Fasting awakens in man a new consciousness of a higher life'

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UAE: How Emirati astronauts are training at top NASA facility

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IPL 2021 live: Suryakumar falls after fine knock

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Dh14m bonus for taxi number plate owners in Dubai

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UAE Covid: New PCR testing rule for Sharjah travellers

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UAE: 'Intensified' Covid tests in multiple areas

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Ramadan: Dubai opens new mosque on day 1 of holy month

It can accommodate 600 worshippers at a time.

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Cancel CBSE Board exams: Delhi CM Kejriwal urges Centre

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UAE remittances set for big increase during Ramadan 2021

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UAE reports 2,022 cases, 1,731 recoveries, 4 deaths

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Covid India: Maharashtra records highest single-day spike

India reported 161,736 new cases in a span of 24 hours and the total active caseload touched 1.264 million.

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Bitcoin hits record high above $62,000

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Look: Ramadan 2021 crescent moon as seen from UAE

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Flight from Dubai makes emergency landing in India

There were 118 passengers onboard the aircraft.

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'You may be committing a sin by not taking Covid jab'

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Ramadan: Will the holy month have 29 or 30 days this year?

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Video: This eye scan can detect Covid-19 in three minutes

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Ramadan 2021: Pilgrims allowed to perform Umrah only once

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Remittance rush likely as rupee hits 8-month low

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Predict and win with KT: Who will win today's IPL match

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Ramadan begins today in UAE: Have a safe holy month

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Japan to release treated Fukushima water into the sea

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Covid: UK variant of not as severe as feared, study finds

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Ramadan 2021: UAE faithfuls' first Taraweeh at mosques

Dubai resident says it's a blessing to once again perform prayers in congregation inside a mosque.

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Sheikh Mohammed orders release of 553 prisoners

Yesterday, the UAE President, His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, had ordered the release of 439 inmates.

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Ramadan UAE: How to stay Covid safe during the holy month

Residents warned as UAE prepares for second holy month in pandemic times.

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Ramadan 2021: Cannon firing locations in UAE revealed

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Ramadan 2021 to begin on April 13, announces UAE

The moon-sighting committee had virtually today after the Maghrib prayer.

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Ramadan to begin on April 13, crescent moon sighted in Saudi

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Ramadan 2021 in Dubai: Iftar only with family in same house

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IPL 2021 live: Parag removes dangerous Gayle

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UAE airlines suspend flights to Dhaka for a week

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UAE's 100 million meals drive: How far can your Dh1 go?

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Boy tangles wire around neck while playing, chokes to death

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Dubai to get 4,000 driverless vehicles by 2030

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UAE reports 1,928 Covid cases, 1,719 recoveries, 2 deaths

The new cases were detected through 139,896 additional tests.

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Yusuff Ali back in UAE after helicopter emergency landing in India

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Ramadan 2021: UAE bank postpones monthly instalment

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UAE Ramadan Taraweeh: Isha to be offered 5 mins after Azan

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UAE: 21-year-old ends life to avoid marrying older man

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UAE weather alert: Rains forecast

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Ramadan 2021: Fasting in UAE to last over 14 hours

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Multiple vehicles crash; traffic jam reported in Dubai

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'Nomadland' sweeps Baftas as women film-makers triumph

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Prince Philip's funeral: Prince Harry arrives back in UK

Meghan will not attend as she had been advised not to travel by her physician.

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IPL 2021: Kolkata Knight Riders go up against Sunrisers Hyderabad

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Dubai: Honest Lulu staff returns bag containing Dh31,000

The bag also contained important identity papers.

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Sunrisers Hyderabad won the toss and elected to field.

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Ramadan in Dubai: Metro timings announced

The Green Line will operate from 5.30am to 12 midnight, Saturday to Wednesday.

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Ramadan in Dubai: Free parking during Iftar time

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Dubai Police return lost wallet to tourist minutes before his flight

The tourist had lost his wallet, which contained seven credit cards.

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Emirati funds, attends former maid's wedding in her home country

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UAE reports 1,810 Covid cases, 1,652 recoveries, 2 deaths

The new cases were detected through 242,415 additional tests.

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Ramadan: Sheikh Mohammed launches 100m meals scheme

The region's biggest food drive has been launched in the UAE.

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Dubai: Gang assaults man, places him on top of pole

The victim allegedly stole gold jewellery.

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Yusuff Ali 'perfectly safe' after helicopter emergency landing

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What's the minimum salary needed to sponsor your parents?

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Helicopter with Lulu chairman Yusuff Ali MA crash lands in India

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UAE: Will Ramadan begin on Tuesday or Wednesday?

The official announcement in the UAE will only be made on Monday, April 12.

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UAE: Temperature to touch 42°C; it may rain today

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Covid latest: Fasting tips for patients; 15m cases in S.Asia

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Last-ball thriller an ideal start to IPL 2021: Sunil Gavaskar

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Covid-19: 'Second wave affecting children more'

In other countries, particularly in the US, an emerging trend points to an increase in average daily cases among younger people.

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Ramadan: Covid patients must consult doctors before fasting

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Prince Philip: Royal funeral details revealed

Coffin currently rests, covered with his personal standard and a wreath of flowers in the Private Chapel.

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Prince Philip's funeral on April 17, Harry plans to attend

Pregnant wife Meghan had been advised not to travel by her physician.

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UAE women break the glass ceiling in space

UAE has shown to the world that it walks the talk when it comes to gender equality.

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Dusty, rainy weather forecast for UAE on Sunday

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IPL live score: Delhi Capitals vs Chennai Super Kings

Delhi win toss and elect to field.

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The Delhi Capitals reached the final for the first time last season before going down to the near invincible Mumbai Indians.

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UAE reports 1,931 Covid cases, 1,833 recoveries, 3 deaths

The new cases were detected through 237,130 additional tests.

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BREAKING: UAE announces two new Emirati astronauts

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UAE announces private sector timings for Ramadan

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Dubai's non-oil foreign trade touches Dh1 trillion in 2020

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Ramadan in UAE: Sharjah's Al Montazah Parks to be closed

It will reopen its doors on the first day of Eid Al Fitr.

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UAE records world's 2nd highest hotel occupancy rate in 2020

The UAE tourism sector was also among the least affected and the fastest to recover from the impact of Covid.

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Blog: Fully vaccinated Emirates flight takes off today

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Only vaccinated pilgrims allowed to enter Prophet's Mosque

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A five-month high 794 deaths brought the toll to 168,436.

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Mumbai in lockdown as Indian vaccines run short

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Alibaba fined $2.8 billion on competition charge in China

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Prince Philip's death: Gun salutes planned across Britain

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CSK vs DC, IPL 2021: A battle between master and the pupil

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UAE: Prepare your mind, body, soul for Ramadan

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Covid-19: Cases, deaths rise across the world

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Sheikh Mohammed pays tribute to Prince Philip

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Rapper DMX has died

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UAE: Dh500 fine for parking on roadside to pray

Such behaviour affects the movement of traffic and could potentially lead to traffic accidents, the authority said.

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IPL 2021: 'MIssion 2021' for Mumbai Indians

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IPL live score: Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Mumbai Indians

RCB won the toss and elected to bowl against MI in the opening match of the 2021 season.

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Prince Philip passes away: UAE leaders pay tribute

Sheikh Khalifa, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid and Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed send condolence messages

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Why was Prince Philip not a king?

Prince was married to Queen Elizabeth for over 70 years.

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Queen Elizabeth's husband Prince Philip dies

The Prince was recently hospitalised and underwent a successful heart procedure.

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Covid vaccine UAE: 33,972 doses administered in 24 hours

Johnson & Johnson is also in talks with India's government to begin a clinical trial of its single-dose Covid-19 vaccine.

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UAE reports 1,875 cases, 1,939 recoveries, 3 deaths

Over 39.7 million tests have been conducted across the country to date.

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Kuwait-bound flight makes emergency landing in India

According to the airport authorities the flight departed at 8:35am and returned at 9:10am.

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Ramadan: Dh10,000 fine for performing Umrah without permit

The move comes as Saudi officials are trying to prevent the spread of Covid among worshippers.

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LinkedIn announces data breach of over 500 million users

The leaked information reportedly includes email addresses, phone numbers, workplace information, full names, account IDs, links to their social media accounts

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Ramadan: Revised timings for restaurants, hotels

Authorities will carry out intensive inspection campaigns to ensure compliance and violators will be penalised.

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Sunil Gavaskar column: IPL is where talent meets opportunity

Indian players know that a good performance in the IPL would increase manifold their chances of playing for the country.

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Ramadan 2021: Australia confirms start of holy month

The announcement also asked Muslims to "preserve their fasting whilst supplicating to Almighty Allah" to end the Covid pandemic.

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Instagram, Facebook recover after brief outage

The social media giant's products went offline last month as well.

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Covid-19: Global caseload tops 133.7 million

The US is the worst-hit country with the world's highest number of cases and deaths at 31,000,053 and 560,084.

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Covid-19 in Delhi: Night curfew hampers wedding season

A band company owner said, "In last 2 days, I've received 4 calls for rescheduling or cancellation."

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Tokyo tightening virus measures days before Olympics

The new restrictions are far less severe than the blanket lockdowns seen in other countries.

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Pilot survives 38 days in Amazon jungle after crash

He survived with no injuries, but was stranded in the middle of the world's largest rainforest.

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UAE fake jobs alert: Hackers using LinkedIn to steal data

UAE professionals and worldwide face malware threat from the social media platform.

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UAE Ramadan: Dubai Police crack down on beggars

842 beggars, belonging to various nationalities, arrested in Dubai over past 3 years.

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Covid-19: Sachin Tendulkar discharged from hospital

Tendulkar had tested positive on March 27.

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Smalls savings interest cut: Does it affect NRIs?

In a bid to limit any damage, embattled Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman quickly pulled back the order by saying it was issued due to 'oversight'.

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Covid-19: Emirates revises ticket extension policy

An extension of 12 months from the previous policy.

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Arab billionaires' wealth up by Dh22 billion amid Covid

Forbes's annual World's Billionaires ranking for 2021 featured the world's 2,755 richest people.

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UAE reports 2,112 cases, 2,191 recoveries, 3 deaths

The new cases were detected through 249,014 additional tests.

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Dubai's Global Village announces change in timings

You can now pay Dh25 to book an outdoor majlis for an hour at the venue.

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Covid UAE: Eateries can ask you to leave for violating rules

Customers have to wear masks inside eateries, including when they go to the washroom.

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Surgery goes wrong, patient awarded Dh10m compensation

The doctors and the surgery centre have been ordered to pay the amount.

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UAE Ramadan 2021: Covid rules for shopping issued

Residents have been told to minimise visits to grocery stores and other shops to buy essential household items.

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UAE Ramadan: Abu Dhabi issues new safety rules

The new guidelines were announced on Thursday.

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UAE residents alert: Indian rupee rises after 20-month low

On Wednesday, the Indian rupee fell 105 paise to mark its biggest single-session drop in over 20 months.

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UAE Ramadan: What are the work hours for private sector staff?

Timings for government employees were announced earlier today.

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Pavel Durov: Meet the UAE's richest resident

Durov is the youngest billionaire in the UAE, region

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UAE: Ramadan timings for employees announced

The Holy Month is likely to begin in the UAE on April 13, subject to the sighting of the moon.

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IPL 2021 set to roll even as pandemic worsens in India

Last year's delayed tournament was shifted to the UAE but the 14th edition returns to India.

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Covid vaccine: Narendra Modi receives second jab

Modi took his first dose of the vaccine on March 1.

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New Zealand suspends entry for travellers from India

The suspension will start on April 11 and will be in place until April 28.

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Indonesia floods: Death toll climbs to 138

The evacuation process is the most difficult measure in Lembata and Alor.

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Covid-19: More restrictions imposed in Canada

Canada on Wednesday afternoon reported 4,800 new cases of Covid-19.

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Covid-19: Global caseload tops 132.9 million

The US is the worst-hit country with the world's highest number of cases and deaths at 30,920,837 and 559,086.

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India reaffirms pledge to Paris accord in meeting with Kerry

India's External Affairs Ministry disclosed their comments after the two met Wednesday in New Delhi.

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Fakhar leads Pakistan to ODI series win over South Africa

Fakhar followed up his scintillating 193 on Sunday with 101 as Pakistan posted 320 for seven

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Ramadan: Dubai announces new rules for praying in mosques

Isha prayers to be offered 5 minutes after Azan.

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