Working on Eid ul Fitr 2026 in the UAE? Know Your Legal Rights and Compensation In The Emirates As Eid ul Fitr approaches and millions across the UAE prepare for celebrations, a pressing question is trending among workers: Can your employer ask you to work on a public holiday and if yes, what are your…
Eid ul Fitr 2026 gold rush begins as prices drop in the UAE markets After weeks of soaring prices that kept many buyers on the sidelines, gold has finally taken a sharp turn in the UAE, dropping over Dh50 from its March peak and triggering a surge in last-minute Eid shopping across Dubai’s jewellery markets….
Dubai Eid 2026 mega giveaway, workers to get free cars, gold bars and flight tickets / Image: file Eid Al Fitr in Dubai is no longer just about prayers and celebrations, it has become a moment of real opportunity for thousands of workers. This year, large-scale events organised by the General Directorate of Residency and…
Abu Dhabi issues safety guidelines for Eid Al Fitr 2026/Image: File The UAE will celebrate Eid Al Fitr on March 20 after the Shawwal crescent moon was not sighted, with authorities in Abu Dhabi rolling out safety guidelines to ensure smooth and secure celebrations across the emirate. The announcement was made on Wednesday evening following…
50% tax credit rolled out for firms investing in innovation in 2026 in UAE / Image file The UAE Ministry of Finance launched a major tax incentive allowing businesses to claim up to 50% tax credit on research and development (R&D) spending, marking one of the most significant policy moves since the introduction of corporate…
The UAE has confirmed that Friday, March 20, 2026, will be the first day of Eid Al Fitr/Representative Image Eid Al Fitr 2026 will be celebrated on Friday, March 20 across the UAE and several Gulf countries, after the Shawwal crescent moon was not sighted, marking the completion of a 30-day Ramadan. The UAE confirmed…
Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed/Image: WAM A new housing package worth AED4.21 billion has been approved in Abu Dhabi, bringing support to 2,652 Emirati citizens just ahead of Eid Al Fitr 2026, in a move aimed at strengthening family stability and improving living standards across the emirate.The package, approved by H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed…
Why Are Sirens Blaring in Bahrain? Residents Urged to Seek Shelter Amidst Escalating Iran vs US-Israel War Panic and urgency gripped Bahrain as warning sirens echoed across the country, with authorities issuing an immediate advisory urging residents to seek shelter. The alert, issued by the Interior Ministry, called on citizens and residents to remain calm…
Missile Attack on Qatar Gas Facility Sparks Fears of Global Energy Crisis Amid Iran vs US-Israel War A missile attack on one of Qatar’s most critical gas facilities, the Ras Laffan complex, has sent shockwaves across the Middle East and global energy markets, marking a dangerous escalation in the ongoing Iran vs US–Israel war. The…
Rory McEntee moved from the UK to Dubai seeking a safer environment, escaping London’s constant petty crime, and pursuing a better quality of life/ Image: Linkedin A British businessman who was stranded in the UK during escalating conflict in the Middle East has said he was “desperate” to return to Dubai, insisting the emirate remains…