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Kuwait is gearing up for a month of festivities in February 2024, with the announcement of two extended weekends coinciding with significant national events.

Dubai witnessed a crackdown by the police on drivers violating traffic safety regulations during the National Day celebrations, resulting in fines and vehicle confiscations.

A major change is about to take place at the famous Hindu temple in Bur Dubai, which has been a spiritual anchor for the Hindu population in the UAE since the late 1950s.

For those planning to go to Saudi Arabia to attend the FIFA Club World Cup, the country has introduced a new electronic visa.

Saudi Arabia has unveiled new visa initiatives for Indian travelers, including a 96-hour stopover visa and expedited visa processing within 48 hours.

During a Cabinet meeting in Riyadh on December 4, Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud presided over a thorough evaluation of the Saudi Arabian budget for the fiscal year 1445/1446 Hijri (2024).

In a strategic move, UAE-based travel agent musafir.com has officially launched its operations in Saudi Arabia, seeking to capitalize on the Kingdom's booming tourism sector and growing corporate travel demand.

The commencement of the holy month of Ramadan and the subsequent celebration of Eid al-Fitr in the United Arab Emirates for the year 2024 have been anticipated by the Emirates Astronomy Society.

The United Arab Emirates' General Authority of Islamic Affairs and Endowments (Awqaf) has formally invited potential pilgrims to join the Haj 2024 pilgrimage by launching the registration platform.

The Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority (ZATCA) in Saudi Arabia have issued a stern warning to businesses, emphasizing the imperative need to settle outstanding tax bills before the year's end to avoid potential fines.

Two drivers were recently taken into custody by the Sharjah Police after an incident on Khor Fakkan Road in Sharjah. They were found to be driving recklessly, putting themselves and others in danger.

Saudi Arabia has recently conducted joint field operations resulting in the arrest of 17,976 individuals for violating residency, labour regulations, and border security rules.

Saudi Arabia's flynas has marked a significant milestone by launching its latest operation base at Prince Mohammed Bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Madinah.

Railway services between Al Dhannah in Al Dhafra and Abu Dhabi city are scheduled to commence, as disclosed on Wednesday.

Diesel and gasoline prices have been updated and will be effective as of December 1, 2023, according to the UAE Fuel Price Committee.

Bahrain is cracking down on businesses, urging them to register for Value Added Tax (VAT) promptly or face severe penalties.

The new Dh500 polymer notes will hit circulation on Thursday, November 30, according to a recent announcement from the UAE Central Bank.

Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, was proclaimed the winner of the proposal to host the Expo 2030 World Fair by the Bureau International des Expositions following a vote by 182 members on Tuesday.

A temporary traffic diversion is in place on Sheikh Zayed Road towards Abu Dhabi; motorists are advised to investigate alternate routes such as Jumeirah Road, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road, and Emirates Road.

In a significant development, the General Pension and Social Security Authority (GPSSA) in the UAE has introduced revisions to pension regulations, specifically targeting Emiratis entering the workforce.

Air Arabia has revealed its latest venture, introducing direct flights between Sharjah, UAE, and the enchanting destination of Phuket, Thailand.

In an effort to broaden the reach of their respective loyalty programs, Etihad Airways and Air France-KLM Group have partnered with Etihad Guest and Flying Blue, respectively, to allow members of both airlines' networks to earn and redeem...

In preparation for the upcoming Federation Day celebrations, the Ministry of Interior has issued a set of requirements and controls to ensure the safety and orderly celebration of this significant national occasion.

In response to escalating incidents of children causing chaos on Dubai's roads, the Dubai Police have taken decisive action, issuing fines and safety warnings.