Energy UAE

UAE announces sharp rise in petrol, diesel prices for April 2026

News Editor 31/03/2026

Photo Credit : Gulf News The UAE has announced new fuel prices for April 2026, with motorists set to pay significantly higher rates starting Tuesday, April 1. According to the UAE Fuel Price Committee, Super 98 petrol will increase to Dh3.39 per litre, up from Dh2.59 in March. Special 95 petrol

Education UAE

UAE extends remote learning for schools until April 17

News Editor 31/03/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The UAE Ministry of Education has announced the extension of remote learning for all students, teachers, and administrative staff until Friday, April 17. The decision applies across all educational institutions, including nurseries, kindergartens, and both public and private schools nationwide. Authorities said the measure will remain under continuous

Real Estate

New rules unlock escrow funds before 20% project completion as Abu Dhabi overhauls real estate regulations

Miguel Hadchity 31/03/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — March 2026 — Real estate developers in Abu Dhabi can now access escrow account funds before reaching 20 percent project completion, provided they adhere to strict new controls introduced by the Department of Municipalities and Transport. According to the Emirates News Agency, this change is part of a broader […]

Hospitality UAE

Sharjah Charity mobilises emergency aid for families affected by heavy rains

News Editor 30/03/2026

Photo Credit : Gulf News Sharjah — In a rapid humanitarian response to recent heavy rainfall, Sharjah Charity International has activated its full crisis management system to support families impacted across the emirate. Ali Mohammed Al Rashidi, Head of the Crisis and Disaster Team, said the swift mobilisation was made possible through advance planning and […]

Energy

Middle East conflict rattles global markets as oil surges and economies respond

News Editor 30/03/2026

Photo Credit : AFP Global financial markets came under pressure on Monday as escalating tensions in the Middle East triggered sharp movements in oil prices and investor sentiment, with growing fears of wider geopolitical involvement. Oil prices climbed significantly, with Brent crude rising more than three percent to nearly $109 a barrel, while US benchmark […]

Travel

Oman acquires Salam Air, keeps Oman Air as an independent brand

Miguel Hadchity 30/03/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — March 2026 — The Government of the Sultanate of Oman has finalized its acquisition of SalamAir, marking a strategic shift in the nation’s aviation sector.  Despite the change in ownership, officials have confirmed that both Oman Air and SalamAir will continue to operate as fully independent brands, each preserving […]

Transport Weather

Ajman Transport steps up safety measures amid adverse weather conditions

News Editor 27/03/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The Ajman Transport Authority has intensified its operational efforts to ensure passenger safety and maintain uninterrupted services as unstable weather conditions continue across the emirate. The Authority confirmed that public transport and taxi teams are working round the clock to monitor traffic movement and respond to changing road conditions.

Defence & Security UAE

Abu Dhabi boosts emergency readiness with public awareness campaign

News Editor 27/03/2026

Photo Credit : Gulf News Abu Dhabi is reinforcing its emergency preparedness framework through a renewed public awareness drive led by the Abu Dhabi Emergencies, Crises and Disasters Management Centre (ADCMC). Established under Law No. 22 of 2019, ADCMC plays a key role in strengthening the emirate’s ability to respond to emergencies and crises. The […]

Entertainment

Abu Dhabi’s Marina Mall just got a new entertainment venue: Cinemacity Starlight

Miguel Hadchity 27/03/2026

Photo Credit: Cinemacity Dubai, UAE — March 2026 — Cinemacity has unveiled its newest destination at Marina Mall, Abu Dhabi, converging film, theatre, and dining under one roof. Designed as a cultural and entertainment house rather than a conventional cinema, Cinemacity Starlight invites guests to arrive early and stay longer, immersing themselves in a dynamic […]

Events Saudi Arabia

Global Blockchain Show Riyadh Unveils World-Class Speakers Redefining the Future of Web3 and Digital Assets

News Editor 26/03/2026

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, will host the Global Blockchain Show on June 29 and 30, 2026. The show will bring together some of the world’s most influential and widely recognized voices shaping blockchain, Web3, and the global digital assets ecosystem. The Global Blockchain Show is produced by VAP Group with support from The Times of Blockchain […]

Defence & Security GCC News

Gulf states, Jordan condemn Iran over ‘blatant attacks’ and regional escalation

News Editor 26/03/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Jordan have jointly issued a strong condemnation of what they described as “blatant” Iranian attacks, calling them a clear violation of sovereignty, territorial integrity, and international law. In a unified statement, the six nations said the actions — whether carried out […]

Business Travel

Abu Dhabi hotels offer free access to Louvre and major museums for guests

News Editor 26/03/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Abu Dhabi is rolling out a limited-time cultural offer allowing hotel guests to access some of the emirate’s top attractions at no additional cost, as part of efforts to boost post-Eid tourism. Visitors booking stays at participating hotels can receive complimentary entry to three major cultural landmarks on Saadiyat Island, combining […]

Transport UAE

Dubai Police simplify reporting of lost or found number plates during rainy weather

News Editor 26/03/2026

Photo Credit : Dubai Police Dubai Police have introduced streamlined digital services to help motorists report lost or found vehicle number plates, particularly as unstable weather conditions impact roads across the emirate. Drivers can now easily file a lost item report or submit details of a found number plate through the official Dubai Police mobile […]

Finance

UAE banking sector shows robust growth as assets surpass $1.5tr in Early 2026

Miguel Hadchity 26/03/2026

Photo Credit:  WAM Dubai, UAE — March 2026 — New data from the Central Bank of the UAE revealed a positive trajectory for the nation’s financial sector, marked by broad-based growth in assets, credit, and money supply at the start of the year. According to the data carried by the Emirates News Agency, the total […]

Transport

Dubai RTA promotes unified car rental contract to boost transparency and protect customers

News Editor 25/03/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has stepped up efforts to raise public awareness about the unified contract governing car rental services, aiming to enhance transparency and protect the rights of both customers and rental operators across the emirate. The authority said the standardised agreement regulates the relationship between rental

Aviation

Dubai strengthens aviation ecosystem with new Lufthansa Technik facility at MBRAH

News Editor 25/03/2026

Photo Credit : Gulf News The emirate’s aviation sector continues to expand with the inauguration of a new specialised facility at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub (MBRAH), developed in partnership with Lufthansa Technik Middle East. The newly launched painting and grinding centre, located at Dubai South, is designed to enhance component maintenance capabilities,

Events

World Economic Forum postpones Jeddah meeting amid regional developments

Miguel Hadchity 25/03/2026

Photo Credit: WEF Dubai, UAE — March 2026 — The World Economic Forum, in coordination with Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Economy and Planning, has announced the rescheduling of the International Meeting on Cooperation and Growth, originally set to take place in Jeddah on April 22–23, 2026. According to the Saudi Press Agency, the decision was […]

Education UAE

Ajman University launches PhD in Artificial Intelligence to advance UAE’s research ambitions

News Editor 24/03/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Ajman University has announced the launch of a new Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme in Artificial Intelligence, reinforcing its position as a regional leader in advanced technology education and research. The research-focused programme, offered by the College of Engineering and Information Technology, will be delivered by a faculty that includes

Transport UAE Weather

Sharjah Extends Free Public Parking as Unstable Weather Persists

News Editor 24/03/2026

Photo Credit : Gulf News Sharjah City Municipality has announced an extension of free public parking across the emirate due to ongoing unstable weather conditions. The municipality confirmed that the exemption from parking fees, which came into effect on Monday, March 23, will remain in place until further notice. The decision is part of precautionary […]

News UAE

‘We cannot trade our way out of this crisis’: Sultan Al Jaber warns weaponising Strait of Hormuz is economic terrorism

Miguel Hadchity 24/03/2026

Photo credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — March 2026 — When the world’s most critical maritime chokepoint becomes a battleground, the consequences ripple far beyond oil markets, reaching factory floors, farmlands, and family budgets across the globe.  That was the stark warning issued today by Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, the UAE’s minister of industry and […]