The UAE has officially removed the long-standing Dh5,000 minimum salary rule that previously governed the eligibility criteria for personal loans. The change comes after the UAE Central Bank issued an updated set of regulations, granting financial institutions more flexibility in determining who can access personal finance products. Under the earlier framework, banks and finance companies […]
The Permanent Committee of Labour Affairs in Dubai is organizing a special entertainment initiative for the New Year Eve’s festivities, on December 31st, 2023, dedicated to workers living in labor accommodations as part of its relentless effort to promote social responsibilities. The ceremony emphasizes the committee’s dedication to building connections between diverse groups within society […]
The Emirates Red Crescent has signed a partnership with the National Food Waste Initiative (Ne’ma) to reduce food waste in the UAE. The agreement outlines that the two organisations will work together to collect food surplus from restaurants, food outlets and the hospitality sector to redistribute it to the less fortunate. It will also build […]
Next week, on June 21, the United Arab Emirates will experience its longest day of the year. It’s called The summer solstice, an astronomical event that occurs once a year and signifies the start of summer in the Northern Hemisphere. The dates of the solstices vary as they rely on when the sun crosses the […]
A motorbike taxi service has been launched by Dubai Taxi Corporation for the emirate’s delivery companies. The DTC said the 600-strong fleet is for businesses that already has an online platform or smartphone app. It stated that due to a surge in the industry, the fleet is anticipated to grow to 990 bikes by the […]
Love fishing in Abu Dhabi? It’s a fun activity enjoyed by many, but before you cast that next line, best get your permits in order. The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has just announced that in order to regulate recreational fishing in Abu Dhabi, a permit from EAD will be required. The move according […]
The UAE has confirmed the Islamic Calendar (Hijri) dates for the Eid Al Adha holiday period, for the government and public sector. The Federal Authority for Human Resources announced in a tweet that the official dates for Eid Al Adha 2023 are 9 to 12 Dhu al-Hijjah.
Motorists will no longer have to display paper tickets on their dashboards. Motorists will soon be able to pay their parking fees by entering their vehicle details in a smart parking machine and tapping their Nol cards, which eliminates the need for a paper ticket. In yet another move towards a sustainable future, Dubai’s Roads […]
Dubai: If you’re heading towards the coast on January 26, be on the lookout for rough sea conditions. The National Centre of Meteorology issued a yellow warning for residents, to be alert for rough to very rough sea conditions, with a wave height of 6 to 9ft. This rough conditions will settle down only by […]
Let it snow! A temperature of -0.1 degrees Celsius was recorded at the top of the UAE’s highest mountain, Jais Mountain being covered in snow. After a week of unpredictable weather, a temperature of -0.1 degrees Celsius was recorded at 4.15am on Wednesday January 15 in the UAE. It was at the top-most peak of […]