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Muskan Gupta

Where To Catch Diwali Fireworks In Dubai 2026

Diwali wouldn’t be Diwali without a little sparkle in the sky. The Festival of Lights is all about...

Muskan Gupta

Mandatory E-Scooter Permits Are Coming To UAE With A Minimum Age Of 15-Years Old - What You Need To Know

Is 15 the new magic number for e-scooters? Under new federal traffic rules starting January 1, 2027,...

Muskan Gupta

Dubai Just Launched The World’s First City-Wide Loyalty Programme For Loyal Tourists

Dubai is rolling out the welcome mat even wider for the tourists who are loyal to the city. A brand-new...

Muskan Gupta

Visit Dubai Has Officially Now Launched Tourist Visa Applications On Their Website

Planning a trip to Dubai just got a whole lot less complicated. From this month, Visit Dubai will let...

Muskan Gupta

UAE Driving Schools To Change How Students Pass Final Exams In 2027

If you’re learning to drive in the UAE, this one’s for you. Under new UAE-wide regulations for driving...

Muskan Gupta

Indian Expat Wins AED 5 Million With The UAE Lottery Just Days Before Turning 60

Five days ahead of his 60th birthday, Kishore Pandurang Rao celebrates two major milestones in one week...

Muskan Gupta

UAE President declares January 7 as Zayed the Founder Day - Will It Be A Public Holiday?

There’s a new date to mark in all of our calendars. UAE’s President HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed...

Muskan Gupta

Speed Limits Are Changing On 5 Major Dubai Roads From November 1

RTA has just announced that speed limits on five major roads in Dubai will change from November 1, 2026....

Muskan Gupta

8 2026/27 RTA Road Projects That Will Change The Way Commuters Get Around Dubai

If you’ve ever watched your arrival time on the map app creep up while you’re sitting in the same spot,...

Muskan Gupta

Dubai Just Launched A Free Guide To Help Parents With That Overuse AI Chatbots - GenDubAI

If your child is using AI for homework, chatting to a chatbot about their day, or playing around with...

Muskan Gupta

UAE Approves AED 290+ Billion Budget For 2027 To 2029 - Here’s Where The Money Is Going

The UAE has just locked in its spending plan for the next three years, and the number is big. A total...

Muskan Gupta

The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre Launches A Digitalised Interactive Hijri Calendar

The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre has launched an interactive UAE Hijri calendar on its website. Where...

Muskan Gupta

eplanet TV Brings Industry Voices In Front Of The Camera At Forex Expo Dubai 2026

Behind every industry are people with experiences, perspectives and stories worth hearing. For eplanet...

Muskan Gupta

UAE Sets New Limits On Salt, Sugar & Fat In Everyday Foods With Fines Up To AED 500,000

The UAE has just rolled out new limits on sodium (salt), sugar and fat in certain packaged foods. The...

Muskan Gupta

From Phishing To Quishing - How To Protect Yourself From QR Code Scams

From restaurant menus to parking payments, QR codes have pretty much taken over our daily lives as this...

Muskan Gupta

Here's What You Should Do With Your Unused Annual Leave When You Resign

Ever wondered what happens to your unused annual leave when you leave your job in the UAE? Good news...

Muskan Gupta

What You Can Do When The Rera Index Says "No Hike" But Landlords Increase Your Rent Anyways

Got a rent increase notice, but the Rera Rental Index says your apartment isn’t eligible for one?...

Muskan Gupta

Your 10-Point Checklist You Need To Complete Before You Move Out Of The UAE

Moving out of the UAE can be exciting, but it also comes with a lot more baggage than you might have...

Muskan Gupta

Strict Do's & Don'ts About UAE's New Currency Symbol Every Resident Must Know

As we all know, back in March the UAE launched a brand new currency symbol to represent the Dirham! This...

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Muskan Gupta

The Indian Consulate In Dubai Is Offering Residents Free Legal Aid Only For One Day Today

If you’re an Indian living in the UAE and you’ve been caught up in a cybercrime case, a banking...

Muskan Gupta

Sharjah's Cracking Down On Lost & Abandoned Property Law - What It Means For Residents

Lost your phone in a taxi? Left your bag at a café and left before realising? Sharjah’s about to...

Muskan Gupta

UAE Flu Season Is Coming - Here's What Every Resident Needs To Know

Winter’s on its way, and so is flu season. The UAE just kicked off a national campaign this Tuesday...

Muskan Gupta

Is El Niño Expected To Affect Weather In The UAE?

You’ve probably seen the term “El Niño” floating around lately, maybe paired with a...

Muskan Gupta

UAE VAT Rules Just Got Updated - What You Need To Know

If you run a business in the UAE, or you’re the one handling the taxes, listen up. The Ministry...

Muskan Gupta

Dubai School Calendars Just Changes To Give Students 9 Days Off In October

Barely a few weeks into the new school year, and there’s already a change to circle on the calendar....

Muskan Gupta

Dubai Metro Stations Renamed: 2026 Updates & Location Guide

Boarding the metro in Dubai is almost starting to feel like a real-life game of “Guess the Station.”...

Muskan Gupta

Does The Autumn Equinox Indicate The End Of Summer For The UAE?

Every September, the same question does the rounds – is summer officially over? The autumn equinox...

Muskan Gupta

UAE: 16 Phrases Doctors & Influencers Are Banned From Saying On Social Media

Dubai is tightening the reins on how healthcare gets marketed online. The Dubai Health Authority (DHA)...

Muskan Gupta

How UAE Residents Can Pre-Order Starlink Satellite Internet: Cost, Speed, Plans & More

Starlink has officially landed a 10-year licence from the UAE’s Telecommunications and Digital...

Muskan Gupta

When Is The Next Long Weekend For The UAE?

Barely back at your desk and already dreaming of the next day off? You’re not alone. With the Prophet...

Muskan Gupta

RTA Makes Road Upgrade To 6 School Districts In Time For Back To School Season

If you’ve ever sat in a slow crawl trying to drop your kid off at school, this one’s for...

Muskan Gupta

How To Pay Your Dubai Traffic Fines Through Instalment Plans

Got a few too many traffic fines stacking up? Dubai Police wants you to know there’s an easier...

Muskan Gupta

UAE’s New Music Licensing Fee Price Breakdown Explained For Businesses

If you run a café, hotel, gym or shop in the UAE and love having music playing for your customers, there’s...

Muskan Gupta

How UAE Drivers Can Permanently Reduce Black Points On August 31st Only

Got a few black points sitting on your licence that you’d love to get rid of? The UAE’s Ministry...

Michelle Almeida

WhatsApp Account Temporarily Unavailable? Here's What’s Happening

Did you wake up this morning and open WhatsApp only to find your account locked? Now this can be a frustrating...

Muskan Gupta

Updated Travel Advisories From US, UK & Canada, Gulf Passengers Must Know

The US, UK and Canada have all updated their travel advisories for the Gulf and Jordan. This comes after...

Muskan Gupta

5 Strict Left Lane Rules Dubai Drivers Must Follow To Avoid AED 700 Fines

Think the left lane is just for whoever wants to drive faster than the car in front of it? Think again....

Muskan Gupta

Landlords Can Now Check Your Credit Score Before Leasing Your Rent

Etihad Credit Bureau (ECB) has officially launched its Tenant Screening service, giving landlords the...

Michelle Almeida

Dubai's Nol Card Gets A Major Upgrade! Details You Need To Know

Dubai’s Nol card is getting a major glow-up! And it’s pushing the city even closer to a fully cashless...

Michelle Almeida

Will UAE Drivers See Another Petrol Price Drop Soon?

Good news for your wallet! After months of watching prices creep up and down like a rollercoaster nobody...

Michelle Almeida

Dubai Begins Road Works At 28 Locations To Ease Traffic - Details To Know

If you’ve ever sat in Dubai traffic wondering if this is just your life now, the Roads and Transport...

Michelle Almeida

6 Key Changes Taking Effect In UAE This July

July is rolling in with a serious lineup of changes, and we mean serious. From trains finally hitting...

Muskan Gupta

Are UAE Petrol Prices Finally About To Drop After 4 Months?

After four painful months of rising fuel costs, there’s finally some good news for drivers in the...

Muskan Gupta

Hardee’s Leads YouGov’s UAE Biggest Brand Movers Ranking For June 2026

Hardee’s has topped YouGov’s latest UAE Biggest Brand Movers ranking, recording positive movement across...

Michelle Almeida

Etihad Rail Start Date Confirmed: Routes, Tickets & More Details Explained

Commuting across the UAE is about to look very different, with a major transport upgrade now nearing...

Muskan Gupta

Dubai Launches New Flexible Rent Initiative - ‘Flexi Rent'

Ever winced at the thought of handing over a stack of cheques just to secure a place to live in Dubai?...

Michelle Almeida

UAE Bans Social Media For Under-15s: How Age Verification Works

What if signing up for social media soon meant proving your age with more than just a birthday guess?...

Muskan Gupta

Is The UAE Summer Heat About To Get Hotter Than Usual?

Hot girl summer has nothing on what the UAE is experiencing right now. Temperatures across the Gulf are...

Michelle Almeida

Only 1 Long Weekend Left In UAE For 2026! Here’s How To Plan!

If you’ve already started mentally calculating your next long weekend, you’re not alone! 2026 is shaping...

Muskan Gupta

Do You Qualify For UAE's Inflation Allowance?

With petrol prices on the rise across the UAE, it’s no surprise that many people are on the lookout...

Muskan Gupta

How To Get A Cash Refund On Your Nol Card Balance

With summer holiday season approaching Dubai, it’s not uncommon for many residents to go back home...

Muskan Gupta

Here's How Every UAE Resident Can Sign The National Pledge For Free

If you’ve been scrolling through social media lately and spotted posts of people sharing a pledge...

Muskan Gupta

CONFIRMED: Islamic New Year To Be The Next UAE Long Weekend

Note from editor: The Islamic New Year has been confirmed for Monday, June 15th, for both public and...

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How To Make The Most Of 'Milky Way Season' In Al Quaa Desert

Five stars on a clear Dubai night. That’s usually the best we get. But I think it’s time...

Muskan Gupta

Rent Hikes Officially Freeze Across Abu Dhabi - Effective Immediately

Abu Dhabi has just announced a temporary rent freeze across all property types, effective immediately....

Muskan Gupta

Dubai: 7 Changes Already Taken Affect In June You Must Know

Some months in Dubai pass by without much fanfare. But this June 2026 is not one of them. Daily commuters,...

Michelle Almeida

5% VAT Charge On Salik & Parkin Explained

For all the drivers in Dubai, you’re in for a surprise with this one. From June 1, both Salik and...

Michelle Almeida

UAE Employees Working During Eid? Here’s What You’re Entitled To

Unfortunately, sometimes long weekends don’t let you switch off. While most people across the UAE will...

Michelle Almeida

UAE Introduces New Legal Age Rules: Here's What Changes For Young Adults

For years in the UAE, turning 18 already came with plenty of grown-up responsibilities. You can drive...

Michelle Almeida

Here’s Why Only Certain Residents Receive Early Warning System Messages

After a few weeks of respite, we were met with that loud, unmistakable alert tone. While it does stir...

Muskan Gupta

What Is Iran's New "Strait Authority" & How Does It Affect UAE Residents?

Iran has announced a new control system called the “Strait Authority” that will manage ships...

Michelle Almeida

Swedish House Mafia Show Cancelled! Haven’t Heard From Ticketmaster Yet? Here's Why

The group chat plans? Cancelled. The outfit mood boards? Probably wasted. And the countdown to one of...

Michelle Almeida

US Issues UAE Travel Advisory - Details To Know Before Travelling

Things are getting tense, and travellers are being told to stay sharp, alert and of course calm. The...

Muskan Gupta

Will Gas Prices Decrease In June Since UAE Has Officially Left OPEC & OPEC+?

Every time you pull up to the petrol station lately, it feels like nothing but stress. You pull up to...

Michelle Almeida

UAE To Launch A New Arabic Language Law By 2027

The UAE is ensuring its culture, identity, and language are preserved in a big way! A brand-new Arabic...

Muskan Gupta

5 Best Spots To View The Eta Aquarid Meteor Shower Across The UAE

We already told you the Eta Aquarid meteor shower is heading our way, and now it’s time for the...

Muskan Gupta

WhatsApp Laws Are Majorly Changing In The UAE

Most of us use WhatsApp every single day without giving it a second thought. But your casual text-and-send...

Diya Vora

A Dubai Resident's Guide To Understanding The Abu Dhabi Darb Toll Gate System

Got wheels? Heading to Abu Dhabi? Whether it’s your trusty sedan or a flashy rental taking you...

Muskan Gupta

IKEA UAE's 'Proud Of UAE' Sale Is Here With Up To 50% Off

If your home has been quietly begging for a refresh, this is your sign. IKEA UAE has just launched its...

Michelle Almeida

UAE Travellers Get Passenger Rights & Real-Time Complaint Tracking

Flight delays, cancellations, and confusing airline policies- we’ve all experienced these. But if you’re...

Michelle Almeida

5 Big Changes Coming In May For UAE Residents

May is bringing a bunch of updates across the UAE. And they’ll affect everything from how you get around...

Michelle Almeida

Dubai Introduces New ‘Safe Zones’ In Schools - Rules & Guidelines Explained

Classes are officially back in session. But unfortunately, it’s not quite business as usual. Schools...

Michelle Almeida

Dubai Warns Travellers Of Malaria Risk: Here Are 6 Prevention Tips

Planning an overseas escape soon? You might want to add one more thing to your pre-trip checklist. Dubai...

Michelle Almeida

Identity Theft Risks Rising In UAE - 7 Simple Ways To Stay Safe

You thought creating a password meant your data online was safe? You may want to have a rethink. As more...

Muskan Gupta

UAE: Indian Expats To Get New Passport Service Provider

If you’re an Indian expat living in the UAE, heads up. Our go-to place for passport renewals and...

Michelle Almeida

5 Major Dubai Road Projects That Will Shorten Your Commute

With residents gradually getting back to their school and work routines, Dubai’s roads are about to feel...

Michelle Almeida

Dubai Metro Gold Line - Connectivity Benefits Every Commuter Needs to Know

Whether you’re a daily commuter or you’ll finally have metro access right where you live,...

Michelle Almeida

New Dubai Airport Express Line To Connect DXB, DWC & 5 Metro Stops

Often find yourself racing against the clock to grab your flight from Dubai’s International Airport to...

Michelle Almeida

6 Dubai Hotels Close For Summer Upgrades & Renovations

Dubai’s skyline isn’t the only thing getting a refresh! In fact, some of the city’s most iconic...

Michelle Almeida

Saudi Arabia Bans Visit Visas For Hajj - Fines Up To SAR 20,000

If you thought any visa could get you closer to Hajj this year, you thought wrong. Saudi Arabia has introduced...

Michelle Almeida

Abu Dhabi Police Launch One-Month Black Points Reduction Initiative

Getting your driving record back on track in Abu Dhabi just became way less of a hassle! And what’s...

Muskan Gupta

8 UAE Government Apps You Need In An Emergency

Just imagine, it’s 2am, something has gone wrong, and you’re frantically digging through...

Michelle Almeida

UAE Launches New Platform To Compare Essential Grocery Prices

Have you ever found that grocery prices at some stores are higher than at others? We know just how annoyingly...

Michelle Almeida

Burj Al Arab Closes For Renovation: Bookings, Restaurants, & Reopening Timeline Explained

Dubai’s most iconic sail-shaped landmark has hit pause. And naturally, everyone is curious about what’s...

Michelle Almeida

UAE Bans Sugary Drinks & Snacks In Schools: What Parents Must Know

School lunches and canteen staples in the UAE are in for a serious shake-up. A newly introduced framework...

Michelle Almeida

Mecca E-Permits Required Under New Stricter Hajj Rules

Thinking about heading to Mecca during Hajj season? Then you need to double-check your paperwork first....

Michelle Almeida

Dubai Churches & Temples Reopen - Strict Visiting Details To Follow

While geopolitical tensions are at a standstill, Dubai’s spiritual spaces are slowly coming back to life....

Michelle Almeida

Private Sector Rules & Eligibility For Taking Leave For Hajj 2026

If you’re planning to go on Hajj this year, there’s a lot to keep in mind before you pack...

Michelle Almeida

FREE Bus On-Demand Rides Available At These Areas Until April 12

Who doesn’t like a free ride? Whether it’s to work, home, or university, we all like the...

Michelle Almeida

Violations, Rules & AED 3000 Fines For Noisy Cars Explained

You’ve heard those loud roars at 2 AM while you’re deep in sleep. You may also have seen...

Muskan Gupta

Prevention First: 5 Road Safety Tips To Remember If You Have Stop In The Middle Of The Road

A serious incident on Al Khail Road has once again highlighted just how quickly things can go wrong on...

Michelle Almeida

Hajj 2026: Mandatory Vaccines & Health Tips For Pilgrims

With Hajj 2026 just weeks away, millions of pilgrims are preparing for one of the world’s largest religious...

Michelle Almeida

Lost Your Job In The UAE? Here’s What You’re Entitled To

Losing a job can be overwhelming. But understanding your rights doesn’t have to add to the stress!...

Michelle Almeida

Dubai Metro Introduces Autism-Friendly Sensory Rooms At Two Stations

Navigating public transport can be overwhelming for many, especially during crowded, congested rush-hour...

Michelle Almeida

Forced Unpaid Leave In The UAE? Here’s What Labour Law Says

With businesses across the region feeling the ripple effects of ongoing geopolitical tensions, some companies...

Michelle Almeida

Rain Damage In Your Home? Here’s Who Covers Repair Costs

After a week of heavy rain, thunder, and strong winds sweeping across parts of the UAE, many residents...

Michelle Almeida

UAE Issues Warning: 4 Personal Details To Never Share Online

If you thought your social media was a 100% ‘private’? You’re mistaken. From subtle...

Michelle Almeida

Sharing Fake News In The UAE? You Could Be Prosecuted

We all love to share a post or story on socials, but sometimes, hitting that ‘share’ button...

Michelle Almeida

Self-Driving Taxis Launch In Dubai! Here’s How To Book

Don’t enjoy the endless chatter with your Uber driver? You might love this. Now, Dubai is officially...

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