Gulf & World
Six Indian Seafarers Dead Amid Gulf Maritime Crisis
Six Indian mariners have died and one is missing as maritime conflicts escalate across the UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia, and Iraq.
30 September 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
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Gulf & World
Oman Coast Guard Arrests 31 Asians in Illegal Entry Attempt
Oman's Coast Guard intercepted a boat near Shinas, arresting 31 Asian nationals attempting to enter the country illegally.
30 September 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Visa & Residency
Egyptian Expat Arrested for Fraudulent Lease Agreements in Kuwait
Kuwait security forces have arrested an Egyptian expatriate for selling forged residential lease documents to unsuspecting expats in Farwaniya.
30 September 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Six Indians Dead as Gulf Conflict Strands Thousands of Seafarers
Six Indian nationals have died and thousands of seafarers are stranded in the Gulf as regional conflict intensifies.
29 September 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
MBS and Sheikh Mansour Meet Amid Gulf Regional Security Tensions
Saudi Crown Prince MBS and UAE's Sheikh Mansour meet in Riyadh to address escalating regional security concerns and Houthi missile threats.
29 September 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Cardiac Issues Among Indian Expats Surge in Dubai
New data reveals a worrying rise in cardiac emergencies among young Indian expats in Dubai, with many patients aged between 31 and 50.
29 September 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Oman Ends Energy Sector Accreditation Grace Period
Oman's energy sector workers must now hold QR-coded Work Practice Licences to renew visas and permits following the end of the grace period.
29 September 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Traffic & Fines
Dubai Announces New Heavy Vehicle Restrictions for 2026
Dubai RTA and Police announce new heavy vehicle bans and peak-hour restrictions starting October 1, 2026, to improve traffic flow and safety.
29 September 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Six Indians Dead, 768 Seafarers Trapped in Gulf Conflict
Six Indians have died and 768 seafarers remain trapped on ships as the Gulf conflict intensifies, impacting thousands of Indian nationals in the region.
29 September 2026 · 4 minLov Singh
Travel & Airlines
Etihad Rail Launches Dubai-Abu Dhabi Service with AED 39 Fares
Etihad Rail launches Dubai-Abu Dhabi passenger services on Sept 30, 2026, with fares starting from AED 39.
29 September 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Jobs & Salaries
Gulf Hiring Slumps as Filipino and Nepali Labour Deployments Drop
New data reveals a sharp contraction in Filipino and Nepali labour deployments to the Gulf, with significant drops in the UAE and Saudi Arabia.
29 September 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Six Indians Dead, One Missing Amidst Gulf Conflict
Six Indian nationals have died and one is missing due to escalating regional conflict in the Gulf, affecting shipping and maritime workers.
29 September 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Trump Rejects Iran's Hormuz Proposal as Saudi Meets Rubio
Donald Trump has rejected Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, as Saudi leaders meet US officials to discuss regional security.
29 September 2026 · 4 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Oman Takes Legal Action After Viral Sea Turtle Harassment Video
Oman's Environment Authority is taking legal action against a tourist after a viral video showed the harassment of nesting sea turtles at Ras Al Hadd.
29 September 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Sheikh Mansour Riyadh Visit Amid Houthi Threats to Saudi Security
UAE Vice President Sheikh Mansour travels to Riyadh to meet Saudi leaders as Houthi attacks threaten Red Sea oil routes and regional stability.
29 September 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
GEMS Launches AI Teacher Twins for 24/7 Student Support
GEMS Education introduces AI-driven digital twins of teachers to provide students with 24/7 homework assistance and academic support in Dubai.
29 September 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
768 Indian Seafarers Stranded in Gulf After Fatal Tanker Attack
A fatal attack on a tanker near Oman has left 768 Indian seafarers stranded in the Gulf facing critical shortages of fuel and drinking water.
29 September 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Visa & Residency
Indian Embassy Issues New Tender for Passport and Visa Services
The Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi has issued a new tender for passport and visa services following a recent court ruling.
29 September 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Kerala Medical Rep Found Dead in Muscat Home
Shivakumar Mohankumar, a Kerala medical representative, was found dead in his Muscat home. OMMR is assisting with logistical formalities.
29 September 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Sheikh Mansour Visits Saudi Arabia Amid Regional Tensions
UAE Vice President Sheikh Mansour arrives in Saudi Arabia for high-level talks to address Houthi strikes and regional security concerns.
29 September 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Travel & Airlines
Kuwait Customs Warns: Don't Carry Luggage for Others
Kuwait Customs warns travelers they will be held legally liable if caught carrying luggage containing prohibited items for others.
29 September 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Indian Seafarer Killed, 768 Indian Seafarers Stranded Near Oman
A fatal attack on the MV Cape Dao off Oman has left one Indian seafarer dead and 768 others stranded due to rising regional security concerns.
29 September 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Sheikh Mansour Visits Riyadh for High-Level Security Talks
UAE Vice President Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrives in Riyadh for critical security discussions with Saudi Arabia's Defence Minister.
29 September 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Etihad Rail Launches Dubai-Abu Dhabi Passenger Service
Travel between Dubai and Abu Dhabi in just over an hour with the new Etihad Rail passenger service launching September 30, 2026.
29 September 2026 · 4 minLov Singh