News for 'United Arab Emirates'

India, UAE plan infrastructure fund, defence and technology ties

India, UAE plan infrastructure fund, defence and technology ties

Rediff.com17 Aug 2015

UAE would help India develop strategic petroleum reserves

Israeli ban threatens Gulf sport hopes

Israeli ban threatens Gulf sport hopes

Rediff.com19 Feb 2009

The United Arab Emirates' decision to refuse an Israeli a visa to compete at an international tennis tournament could throw Gulf Arab plans to attract some of the world's top sporting events into disarray.

Ronaldo clinches first title at Al-Nassr

Ronaldo clinches first title at Al-Nassr

Rediff.com13 Aug 2023

Cristiano Ronaldo guided nine-man Al-Nassr to their first ever Arab Club Champions Cup title after scoring twice in a 2-1 extra-time win.

Ziva Dhoni, Gracia Raina Watch CSK Win

Ziva Dhoni, Gracia Raina Watch CSK Win

Rediff.com16 Oct 2021

CSK players's wives and children watched Chennai win its fourth IPL title.

Smartphones, India's 4th Largest Exports!

Smartphones, India's 4th Largest Exports!

Rediff.com23 May 2024

Smartphones have been a key success story of the government's production-linked incentive scheme, helping India become the second-largest mobile phone manufacturing country, after China.

Modi meets top officials as Shah visits scene of Pahalgam attack

Modi meets top officials as Shah visits scene of Pahalgam attack

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar upon his arrival from Saudi Arabia to take stock of the situation following the terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir. The meeting also included Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri. The attack, which killed at least 26 people, including tourists from the UAE and Nepal, has sparked nationwide shock and outrage.

UAE proposes integration of GCC securities markets

UAE proposes integration of GCC securities markets

Rediff.com6 Apr 2010

The United Arab Emirates has floated an initiative aimed at integrating securities markets of all member states of the Gulf Cooperation Council.

India votes in favour of resolution calling out Israeli occupation

India votes in favour of resolution calling out Israeli occupation

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

India has voted in favour of a draft resolution in the United Nations General Assembly that expressed deep concern over Israel not withdrawing from the Syrian Golan.

Dubai crisis hits Indian institutes

Dubai crisis hits Indian institutes

Rediff.com18 Jan 2010

Indian engineering and management institutes, which have set up bases in Dubai, are facing a 13-60 per cent dip in admissions due to the economic crisis in the city, which is one of the seven emirates of the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Dubai opens world's tallest building to public

Dubai opens world's tallest building to public

Rediff.com4 Jan 2010

Blazing fireworks and dazzling lights marked the opening of the world's tallest tower, Burj Dubai, which the Gulf Emirates hopes will pep up its international image, shaken by debt woes.

Actor Chrisann Pereira, jailed in drug case in UAE, released

Actor Chrisann Pereira, jailed in drug case in UAE, released

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

Two men had allegedly cheated the 27-year-old actor, who is from Mumbai, by planting drugs on her and sending her to Sharjah under the pretext of an 'audition' while promising her a role in a Hollywood web series.

India working with French authorities after flight detained

India working with French authorities after flight detained

Rediff.com23 Dec 2023

The plane that took off from Dubai in the United Arab Emirates carrying 303 Indian passengers, including many minors, was grounded at the Chalons-Vatry airport in Marne on Thursday.

Amazing images of underwater hotel in Dubai

Amazing images of underwater hotel in Dubai

Rediff.com8 May 2012

Dubai has some of the best hotels in the world.

PHOTOS: De Villiers misses ton but SA crush UAE

PHOTOS: De Villiers misses ton but SA crush UAE

Rediff.com12 Mar 2015

South Africa skipper AB de Villiers led from the front with an all-round show to help South Africa thrash minnows UAE.

UAE may allow 100% ownership of businesses

UAE may allow 100% ownership of businesses

Rediff.com14 Sep 2009

According to Economy Minister Sultan al Mansouri, the legislation will be submitted to the cabinet for approval within two months.

Arjun Tendulkar trains with Mumbai Indians ahead of IPL

Arjun Tendulkar trains with Mumbai Indians ahead of IPL

Rediff.com2 Sep 2021

Arjun Tendulkar is sweating it out with the Mumbai Indians' squad in UAE ahead of the second phase of IPL, which is slated to begin from September 21.

Can India's Gold, Silver Slash US Trade Deficit?

Can India's Gold, Silver Slash US Trade Deficit?

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council says step will balance trade deficit with the US.

CBI repatriation rate doubles, brings back 134 over 5 years

CBI repatriation rate doubles, brings back 134 over 5 years

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

The CBI has significantly increased the rate of fugitive repatriation, bringing back 134 individuals in the last five years, doubling the number from the previous decade. This success is attributed to enhanced diplomatic efforts, technological advancements, and improved coordination with Interpol.

FIFA moves Club World Cup to UAE from Japan

FIFA moves Club World Cup to UAE from Japan

Rediff.com27 May 2008

The Club World Cup will be moved from Japan to the United Arab Emirates for 2009 and 2010, FIFA president Sepp Blatter said on Tuesday. Blatter announced that the event would be staged in the UAE for two years, but would return to Japan for 2011 and 2012.

India's domestic air tariff up 43% in 5 yrs, just behind Vietnam

India's domestic air tariff up 43% in 5 yrs, just behind Vietnam

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

India has recorded the second-highest increase in domestic airfares in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) and West Asian regions, climbing by 43 per cent in the first half of 2024 compared to pre-pandemic levels in 2019, second only to Vietnam (63 per cent). India ranks third in fare increases during the same period in international skies, behind the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Malaysia. The airfare study conducted by Airports Council International (ACI), which represents 617 airports in this region, was done in partnership with Flare Aviation Consulting.

Mallya's jet to be auctioned at low reserve price

Mallya's jet to be auctioned at low reserve price

Rediff.com6 Jul 2016

On June 30, the department had rejected the sole bid of Rs 1.09 crore offered by the United Arab Emirates-based aviation support firm Alna Aero Distributional Finance Holdings, against a reserve price of Rs 152 crore

Israel's Ram given visa to play in Dubai

Israel's Ram given visa to play in Dubai

Rediff.com19 Feb 2009

The United Arab Emirates confirmed it would allow Israel's Andy Ram to play in next week's men's Dubai Tennis Championships, the state news agency WAM said on Thursday. A UAE foreign ministry official was quoted as saying the doubles specialist would be given 'special permission' to take part in the tournament.

Abu Dhabi plans to save 75 bn litres of water

Abu Dhabi plans to save 75 bn litres of water

Rediff.com21 May 2010

Residents would benefit from the saving after the government completes the campaign.

Navy shooting: US to share probe details with India

Navy shooting: US to share probe details with India

Rediff.com18 Jul 2012

The United States has said it will share with India transparently the results of its probe into the naval ship shooting incident that killed an Indian fisherman in the United Arab Emirates waters, even as the survivors disputed the Pentagon's claim that they were forewarned.

IPL preview: Kolkata, Mumbai in must-win situation

IPL preview: Kolkata, Mumbai in must-win situation

Rediff.com13 May 2014

High on confidence after their victory against table-toppers Kings XI Punjab in their previous game, Kolkata Knight Riders will look to continue the winning momentum when they take on defending champions Mumbai Indians in their Indian Premier League match in Cuttack.

'First non-Latin web addresses launched'

'First non-Latin web addresses launched'

Rediff.com7 May 2010

In a "historic" move to make the world wide web fully live up to its name, the first Internet addresses to use non-Latin characters have been launched for the first time.

The Hottest Sporting Buzz is here!

The Hottest Sporting Buzz is here!

Rediff.com16 Apr 2014

Rediff.com brings you the buzz around celebrity sportspersons and their glamorous lives!

Etihad Airways, Air Canada ink codeshare pact

Etihad Airways, Air Canada ink codeshare pact

Rediff.com26 Apr 2013

This will enhance business and leisure travel between the UAE and Canada and feed passengers onto each other's flight networks.

Is AICF Playing Spoilsport?

Is AICF Playing Spoilsport?

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

'The Asian Chess Championship will give great exposure for young chess players. But the AICF is curtailing the number of Indian players with a strange rule.'

India reports first case of Clade 1 variant of Mpox

India reports first case of Clade 1 variant of Mpox

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

Officials said Clade 1b strain has been detected in a 38-year-old man from Malappuram district who had recently returned from the United Arab Emirates.

3 Indians  killed in UAE building collapse

3 Indians killed in UAE building collapse

Rediff.com3 Jun 2008

At least three Indians were killed and as many are missing and feared dead after a ceiling in an under-construction hotel collapsed on them in United Arab Emirates.

FATWA FACTORY: No Mars trip, suicide or Yoga!

FATWA FACTORY: No Mars trip, suicide or Yoga!

Rediff.com24 Feb 2014

Let's take a look at some controversial fatwas.

PHOTOS: Dubai gets drenched

PHOTOS: Dubai gets drenched

Rediff.com10 Mar 2016

Schools were ordered shut, flights suspended and the stock market was closed down in the United Arab Emirates as rare heavy rain hit the desert Gulf state.

UAE plane crash: List of Indians

UAE plane crash: List of Indians

Rediff.com11 Feb 2004

There were 12 Indians in the Iranian plane.

Nokia World 2013 tour through Lumia 1020

Nokia World 2013 tour through Lumia 1020

Rediff.com27 Oct 2013

Enjoy the visual tour of the Nokia World 2013 convention at Abu Dhabi, UAE captured entirely through the Lumia 1020.

Wikileaks: Did India support Pakistani Taliban?

Wikileaks: Did India support Pakistani Taliban?

Rediff.com31 Aug 2011

Rediff.com brings you a series of leaked Wiki cables, which point towards some startling revelations. Read on

BRICS to admit 6 new countries from Jan 1, 2024

BRICS to admit 6 new countries from Jan 1, 2024

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Argentina, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have been invited to join the grouping.

Indian refiners target cheaper US LPG imports with help from China tariffs

Indian refiners target cheaper US LPG imports with help from China tariffs

Rediff.com5 May 2025

Chinese import tariffs have unwittingly come to India's assistance to help boost imports of US liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) at rates cheaper than what it pays for supplies from West Asia, according to industry sources and shipping data.

Moody, Sunrisers Hyderabad part ways; Lara named head coach

Moody, Sunrisers Hyderabad part ways; Lara named head coach

Rediff.com3 Sep 2022

The Australian and Sunrisers Hyderabad have parted ways mutually and Brian Lara, who served as the side's strategic advisor and batting coach last season, could be elevated to the top position.

PHOTOS: Belarus club cheered on by virtual fans in stands

PHOTOS: Belarus club cheered on by virtual fans in stands

Rediff.com10 Apr 2020

The Belarusian league is filling the void for foreign fans starved of football at home, by inviting fans from around the world to buy virtual tickets online.