No rituals, no marriage: SC says certificate can’t replace Hindu ceremonies
The Petitioner- woman and Respondent- man, both trained commercial pilots, were engaged on 07.03.2021. They claimed in their own words, instead of immediately performing marriage as per traditional Hindu ceremony,…
USA expands visa curbs to 39 countries – should UAE residents worry?
The U.S. Department of State has expanded visa restrictions for citizens of 39 countries deemed “non-compliant.” This policy, under Section 243(d) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, impacts visitor, student,…
Iran tensions: IndiGo curbs flights to central Asian countries till Feb 28
Amidst escalating Iran tensions, IndiGo has extended flight cancellations to Tbilisi, Almaty, Baku, and Tashkent until February 28, 2026. The airline is rerouting to ensure passenger and crew safety, as…
“She was going to marry Charlie”: Laura Loomer reignites speculation about Candace Owens and Charlie Kirk’s relationship
Laura Loomer sparked fresh controversy after claiming Candace Owens believed she would one day marry the late Charlie Kirk. The accusation followed Owens’ renewed public comments about Kirk’s widow, Erika…
Union Budget 2026-27 shakes up NRI money: What Indians in UAE must do now
India’s Union Budget 2026-27 brings welcome changes for NRIs in the UAE. Investment limits in Indian equities have doubled, making it easier to build stakes. Property sales compliance is simplified,…
Australian Open: At the Happy Slam, not everyone was happy
In 2007, Roger Federer coined the term “Happy Slam” to describe the Australian Open – the first Grand Slam on the tennis calendar. 19 years later, he was back in…
India-UAE travel gets budget-friendly: Air India Express launches mega sale with flight tickets under Dh350
Air India Express has launched a massive sale, slashing one-way fares between the UAE and India to as low as AED 320 for travel throughout 2026. This promotion, offering over…
Sheikh Hasina convicted again: B’desh court hands 10-yr sentence in housing scam cases
A Bangladesh court has handed former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina a 10-year prison sentence in two corruption cases concerning plot allocations. Her niece, British MP Tulip Siddiq, received a four-year…
Pakistan depart for Sri Lanka amid India boycott row
Pakistan’s T20 World Cup journey begins amidst uncertainty as they head to Sri Lanka, facing potential ICC sanctions for refusing to play India. Despite government directives to participate but boycott…