Travel & Airlines
Etihad Rail Dubai-Abu Dhabi Service Starts Sept 30
Travel between Dubai and Abu Dhabi in under an hour with Etihad Rail's new service starting September 30. Fares start from just 39 Dirhams.
27 September 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
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Arab Times UAE
Gulf & World
Indian Airport Worker Murdered in Sharjah: Remains Returned to India
The remains of Alwin Prakash Kunder, an Indian national murdered in Sharjah, have been returned to his hometown in Karnataka for final rites.
27 September 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
New Dubai Shared Housing Law: Rental Refunds & Sub-letting Ban
Dubai's new shared housing law introduces rental refund rights, a ban on sub-letting, and strict space requirements for shared flats and bed spaces.
27 September 2026 · 4 minLov Singh
Jobs & Salaries
Oman Reports 11,000+ Labour Law Violations and 2,944 Expulsions
Oman's Ministry of Labour reports over 11,000 labour law violations and 2,944 expulsions during the first half of 2026.
27 September 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Indian Sailor Killed in Gulf Vessel Attack Amid Bank Strike
An Indian sailor died in a vessel attack off Oman, while a looming bank strike in India threatens Gulf remittances.
27 September 2026 · 4 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
768 Indian Seafarers Trapped on 28 Vessels in Persian Gulf
Hundreds of Indian seafarers remain stranded on 28 vessels in the Persian Gulf due to regional security concerns and maritime hazards.
27 September 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia: Drones and Missiles Strike Riyadh
Iran-backed Houthi militants launched drone and missile strikes against Riyadh and Khamis Mushait, raising security concerns across the Gulf.
27 September 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Tensions Rise as Houthis Target Riyadh and Trump Rejects Iran Deal
Houthi drone and missile strikes hit Riyadh and southern Saudi cities while President Trump dismisses Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
27 September 2026 · 4 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Alwin Kunder’s remains returned to India as Sharjah probe continues
The remains of Sharjah airport worker Alwin Kunder have arrived in Mangaluru. Sharjah Police continue their investigation into the case.
27 September 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Visa & Residency
Iranians Fleeing UAE and Kuwait for Oman Amid Visa Struggles
Iranian expatriates are relocating to Oman due to visa renewal difficulties in the UAE, Kuwait, and Bahrain.
27 September 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Oman Halts Work Permit Renewals for Expats Over 60
Oman has halted work permit renewals for expatriates over 60, reversing a 2022 policy and leaving thousands of workers facing residency uncertainty.
27 September 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Saudi Arabia Imposes 90-Day Limit on GCC Cars; November Deadline Looming
Saudi Arabia mandates a 90-day annual limit for GCC-registered vehicles. Learn about the November deadline, fines, and how to avoid penalties.
27 September 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Saudi Arabia: 7 Ways Expats Can Change Jobs Without Consent
Learn how expatriates in Saudi Arabia can change jobs without employer consent under seven specific conditions via the Qiwa platform.
27 September 2026 · 4 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Two Indians Win $1 Million Each in Dubai Duty Free Draw
Indian expats Saravanan Malairaj and Bhanu Sobhani each won $1 million in the latest Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire raffle draw.
26 September 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Indian Worker Murdered in Sharjah; Wife and Son Still Missing
The dismembered remains of Indian worker Alvin Kunder were returned to India, but his wife and son remain missing in a chilling Sharjah murder case.
26 September 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Indian Airport Worker's Remains Repatriated Amid Sharjah Police Probe
The remains of Sharjah Airport worker Alwin Kunder have been returned to India following a gruesome discovery, as police clarify family status.
26 September 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Saudi Intercepts Houthi Missile and Drone Attack
Saudi air defences intercepted a Saudi Houthi missile attack and drone barrage targeting Riyadh and Khamis Mushait. No casualties were reported.
26 September 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Oman Family Visa Salary Confusion Leaves Expats in Limbo
Expats in Oman face uncertainty over minimum salary requirements for family joining visas due to conflicting official government information.
26 September 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Double $1 Million Win for Indian Expats in Dubai Duty Free Draw
Two Indian expats, a textile owner and a storekeeper, have each won $1 million in the Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire draw.
26 September 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Travel & Airlines
Bahrain Extends Transit Visa Stay to Four Days
Bahrain now allows eligible transit passengers to stay for up to four days, easing travel for long layovers at Bahrain International Airport.
26 September 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Money & Banking
Indian Expats in Oman Warned of Banking Strike Disruptions
Indian expats in Oman face banking disruptions from Sept 28-30 due to a nationwide strike in India affecting public sector banks.
26 September 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Saudi Intercepts Houthi Drones Amid Escalating Regional Threats
Saudi air defences intercepted Houthi drones and missiles as Iran warns of expanding conflict to the Indian Ocean and cancels flights to the UAE.
26 September 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Houthi Missile Attacks Saudi Arabia: Riyadh and Aramco Targeted
Houthi forces launched a barrage of missiles and drones targeting Riyadh and Saudi Aramco facilities, causing oil prices to surge.
26 September 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Two Indian Expats Win $1 Million Each in Dubai Draw
Indian expats Bhanu Sobhani and Saravanan Malairaj each win $1 million in the latest Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire draw.
26 September 2026 · 2 minLov Singh