Dubai: 41 tourists arrested for running organised begging ring out of hotel

Dubai authorities arrested 41 individuals of Arab nationality who carried out organised begging activities.  They had entered the UAE on visit visas and were residing in a hotel they used as their base. More than Dh60,000 was found in their possession. The arrests were part of a targeted security operation codenamed Al-Misbah (Arabic for “prayer […]

UAE: Up to Dh2 million fine as new climate law comes into effect

The UAE’s new climate law came into effect on May 30 which outlines a comprehensive framework for climate action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, becoming the first country in the MENA region to establish a legal framework for climate resilience, emissions accountability, and regional leadership ahead of COP30. The Federal Decree-Law No. (11) of 2024 […]

UAE-Pakistan travel: PIA relaunches direct flights from Dubai to Skardu

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) announced on May 30 the re-launch of its direct service between Dubai International (DXB) airport and Pakistan’s Skardu (KDU) city. The launch was held at the PIA office in Dubai, and attended by Hussain Muhammad, Consul General. The event also welcomed members of a foreign tourist group travelling on the inaugural […]