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November 3, 2026 1:07 PM

India condemns attack on commercial vessel off Oman coast; one Indian killed, 13 rescued

India on Tuesday condemned an attack on the commercial vessel MSV AL JUSUFI near Limah, Oman, in which one Indian national died after sustaining injuries. Thirteen other Indians on board were rescued. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said the ...

November 2, 2026 4:41 PM

Dubai launches world’s first city-led tourism loyalty programme ‘Dubai Access Club’ for repeat visitors

Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has announced two new initiatives to enhance Dubai’s competitiveness in the Tourism sector. These include the launch of the world’s first city-led, invitation-only tourism member...

November 1, 2026 9:38 AM

UAE announces reduction in petrol & diesel prices for November, despite rising crude prices

The Gasoline and Diesel Prices Follow-up Committee of the UAE has approved a 5.6% reduction in petrol prices and 1.04% reduction in diesel prices for the month of November 2026. The announcement is expected to offer some relief to motorists across th...

October 28, 2026 9:09 AM

Indian Embassy, Consulate in UAE advise nationals take adequate medical insurance

The Embassy of India in Abu Dhabi and the Consulate General of India in Dubai and the Northern Emirates have advised Indian nationals travelling to or residing in the UAE to take adequate medical insurance. https://x.com/cgidubai/status/211507039077...

October 22, 2026 4:12 PM

Indian national killed, three injured in Saudi Arabia attacks; India condemns strikes

India strongly condemned the continued attacks on civilian and energy infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, which resulted in civilian deaths and injuries. According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), one Indian national was killed and two others ...

October 21, 2026 10:10 AM

India, UAE review strategic partnership, agree to maintain close consultations

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan reviewed bilateral cooperation during delegation-level talks held as part of the UAE minister’s official visit to India o...

October 20, 2026 5:29 PM

India-UAE trade crosses $100 billion; EAM Jaishankar calls for dialogue on Gulf situation

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Tuesday said India-UAE bilateral trade had crossed $100 billion since the signing of their Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). He also expressed concern over the situation in the Gulf and ca...

October 20, 2026 12:55 PM

India, Saudi Arabia review proposed power interconnection, explore wider cooperation

India and Saudi Arabia on Monday reviewed progress on their proposed electrical interconnection initiative and discussed opportunities to expand power-sector cooperation during a virtual bilateral meeting. Power Secretary Pankaj Agarwal held talks w...

October 18, 2026 10:45 AM

Houthi strikes keep Saudi Arabia on edge

Saudi Arabia boasts one of the most expensive and sophisticated military arsenals on earth. It is packed with U.S.-made fighter jets, advanced radar networks, and cutting-edge missile defence systems. Yet, a relentless barrage of missiles and drones ...

October 14, 2026 10:01 AM

Trump says Houthis trying to drive up oil prices ahead of US midterm elections

President Donald Trump on Tuesday accused Yemen's Houthi militants of deliberately trying to drive up oil prices ahead of the US midterm elections and warned that he would "never forget" their attacks on Saudi Arabia, amid a widening regional conflic...

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