Jair Ugto, a Filipino expat was recently fined by RTA inspectors in Dubai Metro for allegedly taking a nap. Working as a freelance stylist in the UAE for more than 8 years, Jair Ugto had fallen asleep from exhaustion in…
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RTA ‘s ‘Tech Taxi’ Drive- Enjoy Free WiFi In Dubai Taxis
The free WiFi in Dubai taxis can always keep you connected even on the move! In order to digitalize taxi services in in the city, RTA has started to implement the ‘Tech Taxi’ initiative. It has announced that passengers will…
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Dubai bids farewell to Maghanmal Jethanand Pancholia, the Veteran Indian businessman who brought electricity to Dubai
Instrumental in bringing electricity to Dubai, one of the UAE’s earliest residents, Maghanmal Jethanand Pancholia breathed his last on 2 September, 2019. Fondly called as Maghabha by his fellow Thathai Bhatia community members, Pancholia has been much revered as the…
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‘Hello School’ initiative to be launched ahead of the new academic year
As UAE marks 2019 as the Year of Tolerance, celebrating the values of diversity and harmony, it has left no leaf unturned to prosper its education system. From adapting the curricula to starting various programmes, activities and projects both inside…
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Now You Can Swipe RuPay Cards In UAE, Processing Fees Less Than Other Card Issuers
Indian expats and tourists will now be able to use their homegrown card payment network outside India. As a popular destination for Indian tourists and accommodating the largest population of expats, the UAE is a naturally relevant market for RuPay…
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Eid Al Adha: Here’s all about prayer timings, free parking, metro and bus timings in Dubai
From Sunday, thousands of Muslims across UAE will be celebrating Eid al-Adha, also referred to as the festival of sacrifice. And as we await “the big Eid”, that marks the completion of Hajj, here are all about the Eid prayer timings,…
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Abu Dhabi Toll: Here’s How Much The New Toll Gates Will Cost Drivers
After days of speculation, Abu Dhabi DOT has confirmed toll gates to be introduced this year. Motorists will have to pay new toll charges from October 15. Similar to Dubai’s Salik system which is operational since 2007, the new Abu…
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Power, water and traffic concerns? Simply WhatsApp Dewa and RTA
WhatsApp is one of the emirate’s favourite methods of electronic communication, and now you’ll even be able to keep a record of and pay for any traffic penalties that come your way. If you have any traffic concern or any…
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Indian passport holders to get Visa on Arrival in UAE: Check rules, penalties and fees
What comes as great news for Indians in a few weeks away for Eid Al Adha holidays is the announcement that Indian passport holders will now get visa on arrival in UAE. However, individuals holding an Indian passport with the…
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A Flashback at the Life of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid on his 70th Birthday
Many happy returns to the Ruler of Dubai! Today, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of UAE, and ruler of Dubai, is celebrating his 70th birthday. And so are we celebrating his life through the…
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