Middle East

Indian diaspora celebrates festival of colours in Tel Aviv 

The Indian embassy in Israel shared some amazing visuals of people turning out in large numbers in the Flea Market of Jaffa in Israel to celebrate the occasion with colours and capture the moments on their phones.

2024-03-25T13:38:41.291727+00:00 IST

Israel agrees to US-proposed prisoner-hostage exchange deal

The proposed exchange will "definitely include some" American hostages, because it will include the release of men over the age of 50.

2024-03-25T12:26:02.486189+00:00 IST

Israel slams UN Secretary General’s claim

COGAT also explained that 142 aid trucks are still waiting for pick up by the UN on the Gazan side of the Kerem Shalom Border Crossing, which is located in the corner where the borders of Gaza, Israel and Egypt meet.

2024-03-25T09:25:07.514315+00:00 IST

UAE: Public Prosecution explains penalties for organised begging

The UAE Public Prosecution (PP) explained today, through a post on its social media accounts, the penalties for organised begging crime.

2024-03-25T00:28:28.971546+00:00 IST

UAE: SCCI, Thai Ambassador discuss ways to expand economic cooper

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) has engaged in high-level discussions with a Thai diplomatic delegation, exploring avenues for enhancing economic cooperation and boosting the trade exchange volume between the two countries.

2024-03-24T23:06:39.508199+00:00 IST

Israel implements ‘transportation justice’

Israel's Ministry of Transportation announced that on Monday, March 25, it will inaugurate the "Transportation Justice" programme.

2024-03-24T22:50:23.961876+00:00 IST

Senior Hamas operative arrested near Ramallah

The man was described as a senior Hamas operative who served several years in an Israeli prison for various terrorist acts.

2024-03-24T17:52:05.485778+00:00 IST

Israel responds to Germany's demand for immediate ceasefire

Israel's Foreign Minister Israel Katz issued a harshly worded criticism in response to remarks made on Sunday by Germany's Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock about Israel's continuing war against the Hamas terrorist organization in Gaza.

2024-03-24T17:49:24.424433+00:00 IST

Israel applauds US cutting off funding for UN Palestinian agency

Israel's Foreign Minister praised the US Congress' decision to halt funding to UNRWA (the UN Relief Workers Agency for Palestinians) calling the move "a clear vote of no confidence in UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres."

2024-03-24T14:38:15.657233+00:00 IST

UAE lights up iconic landmarks in colours of Russian flag

These landmarks include Burj Khalifa; ADNOC Headquarters; Burj Al Arab; Dubai Frame; Abu Dhabi Global Market HQ; Abu Dhabi City Municipality; Al Dhafra City Municipality; ADNEC Group HQ; Khalifa University; Mubadala HQ; and Sheikh Zayed Bridge.

2024-03-24T08:59:56.438957+00:00 IST

IOTA Foundation launches USD 10 million investment fund

The announcement aligns with Investopia's vision to inspire entrepreneurs to expand into new economic sectors by offering the necessary tools and opportunities to foster the growth and prosperity of their innovative projects.

2024-03-24T08:54:40.166977+00:00 IST

UAE Team Emirates Pogacar strikes again in Catalan mountains

After UAE Team Emirates controlled the race in the first half of the stage, the Slovenian talent attacked at 29 km to the arrival, when there were 2.6 km to the summit of the Collada de San Isidre, obtaining immediately a large gap (around 55") on the immediate chasers, who were Mikel Landa (Soudal Quick Step) and Egan Bernal (Ineos Grenadiers).

2024-03-24T08:52:56.682837+00:00 IST

UAE: Mansoor bin Mohammed honours winners in Dubai

The award was received on behalf of Sheikha Hind by Sheikh Saeed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum during an impressive ceremony held at The Cultural and Scientific Association in Dubai.

2024-03-24T00:45:42.081187+00:00 IST

Rashid al-Zaro arrested in Hebron for supporting Hamas terrorism

Israeli security forces arrested Dr Rashid al-Zaro, a senior surgeon at the Hebron hospital on suspicion of inciting terrorism and calling for the destruction of Israel. He was arrested in an operation carried out by police special forces under the intelligence direction of the IDF (Israel Defense Forces) Central Command in the city of Hebron.

2024-03-24T00:45:23.529162+00:00 IST

Third UAE ship carrying aid for Gaza sets sails

The third UAE aid ship carrying 4,630 tonnes of humanitarian supplies set sail today for the city of Al Arish, Egypt, destined for the Gaza Strip, as part of Operation "Gallant Knight 3" to support the brotherly Palestinian people in the Strip.

2024-03-24T00:33:27.348130+00:00 IST

Israel launches air strike in Hezbollah stronghold in Lebanon

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) has launched air strikes in the Baalbek region in north-eastern Lebanon on the early hours of Sunday, the Times of Israel reported, citing local Lebanese media outlets.

2024-03-24T00:24:23.335814+00:00 IST

Impossible not to feel heartbroken…time to silence guns: UN chief

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres visited a hospital in Al Arish, Egypt, on Saturday and expressed grief over the situation of Palestinian people being treated there.

2024-03-23T19:46:12.454307+00:00 IST

Cooperating to safeguard water can power, sustain peace: UN chief

Cooperating to safeguard water can power and sustain peace and water stewardship can strengthen multilateralism and ties between communities, and build resilience to climate disasters, according to the UN chief.

2024-03-23T18:06:54.767524+00:00 IST

UAE President arrives in Cairo at start of Egypt visit

Egyptian President El-Sisi warmly welcomed Sheikh Mohamed and his accompanying delegation to Egypt.

2024-03-23T18:05:07.170134+00:00 IST

Dubai Roads launches a free smart umbrella service

Passengers can now borrow these umbrellas for free from one place using their Nol cards. This service has been specifically designed to support Dubai's goal of developing a '20-minute city' where residents can reach their daily needs within 20 minutes on foot or by bike.

2024-03-23T15:31:48.492120+00:00 IST

Hebron's surgeonarrested for supporting Hamas terrorism

He was arrested in an operation carried out by police special forces under the intelligence direction of the IDF (Israel Defence Forces) Central Command in the city of Hebron.

2024-03-23T09:38:54.567447+00:00 IST