The 2024 edition of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup has been shifted to the UAE from Bangladesh after several boards expressed their security concerns owing to recent protests in the country. The tournament is scheduled to take place from October 3 to 20 in the UAE.
All members of the BRICS in August 2023 approved the expansion of the bloc by including Iran, Egypt, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Ethiopia. Russia took over the presidency of the BRICS on January 1 and it will feature over 250 various events.
The move comes as UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan extended the 2023 Year of Sustainability to promote green initiatives. The special Blue Visa is for those individuals who have made exceptional contributions towards sustainability and environmental protection.
Residents of the UAE woke up to strong winds, thunder and heavy rains in the early hours of Thursday, although the intensity decreased by 4:30 am. An amber alert was issued by the Met Department and several flights were cancelled as more rain was expected.
An unusual phenomenon was seen in Dubai as the sky turned green after heavy rains and thunderstorms. Most of the city is still struggling to recover from the extensive flooding that inundated roads, highways, buildings and the busy airport.
Several buildings, luxury cars and malls in Dubai were submerged in water as the desert nation of UAE reeled from a "historic weather event" - receiving one of its highest rainfalls in seven decades. Some social media users were quick to compare the Dubai floods with Mumbai.
The Bangladeshi-flagged MV Abdullah was carrying 58,000 tonnes of coal from Mozambique to the United Arab Emirates when it was attacked on Tuesday. The vessel is the latest to be targeted following a resurgence of attacks by Somali pirates in recent months.
PM Modi received a ceremonial welcome in Qatar and met with Amir Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani in Doha on Friday after completing a whirlwind tour of the UAE where he inaugurated the Middle East's largest Hindu temple. He will inaugurate several projects in Rajasthan and Haryana on Friday.
PM Modi and UAE Vice President Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum laid the foundation stone of Bharat Mart in Dubai earlier on Wednesday. The two leaders also cknowledged the contribution of the Indian diaspora to Dubai's evolution into a global hub for trade and tourism.
In a historic moment, PM Modi, dessed in a light pink silk dhoti and kurta paired with a sleeveless jacket and stole, inaugurated Abu Dhabi's first Hindu temple and the Middle East's largest. He said the temple will become a symbol for communal harmony and unity for the world.
Addressing the World Government Summit in Dubai, PM Modi said his mantra over the years has been 'minimum government, maximum governance'. He also said his government focused on women-led development and financial inclusion for the masses.
PM Modi asserted that the world looked towards India as a 'Vishwa Bandhu' as India is the first responder to any major crisis. He said India is being recognised on the global stage for its mega infrastructure projects, vibrant tourism and sports power.
Amid 'Modi-Modi' chants, the Prime Minister received a rousing welcome from the Indian diaspora as he arrived at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi to participate in the 'Ahlan Modi' event in Abu Dhabi.
PM Modi was welcomed by UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan upon his arrival at the Abu Dhabi Airport, where the two leaders shook hands and hugged each other. He will attend the 'Ahlan Modi' event in at the Zayed Sports City Stadium on Tuesday.
Ahlan Modi event: This is PM Modi's seventh visit to the UAE since 2015 and the third in the last eight months. PM Modi will inaugurate the BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir, located in Abu Dhabi, which holds immense significance for both nations and the global Hindu community.
This is PM Modi's seventh visit to the UAE since 2015 and the third in the last eight months. The two sides are likely to ink several agreements to shore up cooperation in several key areas after bilateral talks between PM Modi and UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
The Prime Minister will inaugurate the BAPS Hindu Temple on February 14 at the behest of Swami Ishwarcharandas and Swami Brahmaviharidas. The temple is built on a 27-acre piece of land in the Abu Mureikhah district and its inauguration will be celebrated through the ‘Festival of Harmony’.
Putin is visiting the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia on Wednesday in a rare trip abroad and will hold talks with Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to discuss oil, OPEC+ and the conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for co-hosting the high-level event on Green Climate Programme (GCP) at COP-28.
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