Analysts question her December pledge as authorities warn she faces arrest Bangladesh's ousted leader Sheikh Hasina has vowed to return in December from self-imposed exile in India, where she has been in hiding since fleeing the uprising that toppled her government. The 79-year-old former prime min»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - South Korea, India and China plan to use the Northern Sea Route as a regular shipping corridor, Russian Far East and Arctic Development Minister Alexei Chekunkov said. "China, India, and South Korea plan to use the Northern Sea Route as a regular trade route," Chekunkov said at a»»»

By Staff, Agencies An Indian national was injured after a Liberia-flagged commercial tanker came under attack in the Gulf on Tuesday while heading towards Dubai, India's Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal announced. The very large crude carrier MT Fujairah Energy was struck by a projectile, leavi»»»

RIYADH: From Gulf theater productions and international cultural performances to traditional Saudi arts, Riyadh Season 2026 is showcasing a diverse entertainment program across the capital, with more attractions set to open throughout November. The seventh edition of Riyadh Season, which began on O»»»

New Delhi, India: India's air pollution monitors were overwhelmed this week by toxic smog so severe that concentrations exceeded their upper measurement limit, equivalent to 66 times the World Health Organization's recommended daily maximum, regulators said. The admission comes after opposition pol»»»

US-based AI and technology consultancy Perficient is expanding its software engineering and innovation centre in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, through an extended collaboration with Swiss healthcare group Roche Diagnostics. The Romanian team will develop and maintain software for molecular diagnostic syste»»»

Doha, Qatar: As the weather in Qatar becomes more pleasant and the temperatures start to cool down, it’s the perfect time to step outside, enjoy the fresh air and make the most of everything the country has to offer! Enjoy exciting events and outdoor activities to fun experiences, entertainment, ma»»»

BREAKING NEWSThe attack took place at Akhran near Mir Bazar in Kulgam district Dubai: Three security personnel were injured during a terror attack on a Central Reserve Police Force post at Akhran in Kulgam in Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Wednesday. The attack took place at Akhran near Mir B»»»

11 years of dedication rewarded with a touching Diwali gift Dubai: For 11 years, Suresh Maurya has worked as a truck driver, quietly fulfilling his responsibilities. This Diwali, however, his years of dedication received a heartwarming recognition from his employer, and his reaction has struck a ch»»»

New Delhi: A hijack threat was reported at an airport in the Indian city of Kolkata on Wednesday after a threatening message was discovered inside the lavatory of a Mumbai-bound Air India aircraft shortly before take-off, according to media reports.»»»

Flying from Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Sharjah today? These flights are cancelled, delayed Dubai: UAE travellers face another day of flight disruption, with services to Saudi Arabia among the most affected as airlines continue to adjust schedules amid regional security concerns. Flights between the UAE an»»»

Rupee rebound offers relief, but families still face pressure from rising prices and loans The rupee’s recovery has eased some pressure on India’s economy. It has also left the Reserve Bank of India facing much the same problem: how to contain sharp currency falls while expensive oil and uncertain »»»

DHAKA: Dozens of crude bombs have exploded and passenger vehicles have been set on fire in Bangladesh’s capital and elsewhere over the past three days, leaving one person dead and others injured, authorities and media reports said Tuesday. The violence coincided with reports that the ousted former »»»

Sri Lanka road tragedy highlights ongoing traffic safety concerns At least five people were killed and more than 50 others injured in a multiple-bus collision in Sri Lanka's North Central Province on Tuesday, police said. The accident occurred on the Medawachchiya-Rambewa section of the A9 highway »»»

BSE-listed global technology company strengthens its regional footprint Novus Loyalty Limited, a BSE-listed, AI-powered enterprise loyalty and customer engagement technology company, has opened its Dubai office, marking a significant step in strengthening its presence across the GCC and MENA region»»»

Work covering 74km has been completed at a cost of around Rs28.8 million In a move aimed at protecting livestock and improving railway safety, the West Central Railway's Bhopal Division is installing fencing along both sides of a 530-km railway stretch between Khandwa and Bina in Madhya Pradesh to »»»

Career diplomat currently leading US mission in Islamabad awaits Senate confirmation Dubai: US President Donald Trump has nominated veteran diplomat Natalie Baker as the next American ambassador to Pakistan, a move that comes as Washington and Islamabad seek to strengthen cooperation on trade, inve»»»

NEW DELHI: Policymakers, diplomats and tech experts from across Gulf Cooperation Council countries and India will meet next week for talks on artificial intelligence, energy and logistics cooperation at the Kochi Dialogue diplomacy conclave. Themed “Towards an Innovative and Integrated India-GCC Pa»»»

Rajiv and Sonia Gandhi's untold heartbreak over their first child's passing Dubai: Sonia Gandhi has shared one of the most painful chapters of her personal life, recalling how she and former Indian prime minister Rajiv Gandhi lost their first son just hours after his premature birth in January 1969»»»

Family secrets, political battles reveal the hidden world of India’s most famous dynasty Dubai: A senior Congress leader ordered to stand facing a wall. A frightened young bride watching her powerful mother-in-law lose her temper. A bitter family feud that led to a kidnapping accusation. And two ch»»»

Singapore: Singapore on Tuesday launched a gold storage service for foreign central banks and other financial institutions, as it seeks to bolster its position as a key precious metals trading hub. The Monetary Authority of Singapore said the facility, housed in the city-state's national currency v»»»

Etihad extends Riyadh and Dammam cancellations to Nov 19 as Saudi routes remain disrupted Dubai: UAE travellers face another week of flight disruption as regional tensions remain high, with Saudi Arabia continuing to be one of the most affected destinations. Emirates, Etihad Airways, flydubai and A»»»

With its in-house mechanical movement, Titan plans to make a mark in the luxury market After more than three decades in the Middle East and four decades of watchmaking, Titan Watches is entering a new phase of its journey. The Indian brand, long associated with dependable, accessible watches and pa»»»

DHAKA: The Bangladeshi prosecutor who secured the death sentence against ousted leader Sheikh Hasina said on Tuesday she will be executed if she returns home. “Sheikh Hasina has no option but to face the execution of the verdict,” Md Aminul Islam told reporters, responding to reports she plans to r»»»

Rare insights into Sonia Gandhi's interactions with PM Modi unveiled in new book Dubai: Former Congress president Sonia Gandhi has offered a rare insight into her relationship with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, claiming that he tends to avoid eye contact when the two meet at official gatherings. In»»»

SPONSOREDPolice report: Money laundering claims against Best Oasis, Priya Blue false and defamatory Dubai: These attacks often follow a simple template. A story making serious allegations against a business appears online. It uses genuine details, such as the company's name, owners, locations or bu»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Shipments of unwrought aluminum from Russia to Brazil more than doubled year-on-year in January-October 2026, according to data from the Brazilian statistical agency seen by Sputnik. From January to October, Brazil imported $61.2 million worth of unwrought aluminum from Russia. T»»»

NEW DELHI: Three contract workers died of asphyxiation at a Tata Electronics factory in southern India which makes parts for Apple iPhones, a source said on Tuesday. The three ‌died during ‌maintenance work ‌on a water tank at the facility located in Hosur, Tamil Nadu state, said the source, who ha»»»

SPONSOREDPolice report: Money laundering claims against Best Oasis, Priya Blue false and defamatory Dubai: These attacks often follow a simple template. A story making serious allegations against a business appears online. It uses genuine details, such as the company's name, owners, locations or bu»»»

Macron's visit underscores France's enduring role in Angkor's preservation The newly restored West Mebon temple rises from a reservoir at Cambodia's sprawling Angkor archaeological complex, the latest in a century of conservation projects led by former colonial power France. French President Emmanu»»»

AI transformation prompts Qantas to streamline corporate functions Australian airline Qantas said Tuesday it will cut 850 jobs as it shifts some corporate functions to India and accelerates the use of artificial intelligence. The nation's largest airline said it had inked a deal with consulting fir»»»

By Staff, Agencies India’s largest state-owned oil refiner, Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), is considering purchasing its own crude oil and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) tankers as freight costs continue to rise amid the Middle East conflict. Owning shipping capacity would give the company greater co»»»

Anant Singh plans daughter's wedding before court-ordered surrender in murder case Dubai: A wedding feast for 400,000 guests, Bollywood celebrities, a 100-foot stage and even a luxury SUV as a prize. Bihar strongman Anant Singh is preparing a spectacular celebration for his daughter's marriage on N»»»

Praise for Dubai Police and Dubai Municipality after Indian expats’ celebration on Sunday Dubai: Hundreds, if not thousands, of Indian expats celebrated Diwali in Dubai with firecrackers and fireworks on Sunday night, and by Monday morning the streets looked as though nothing had happened. There wa»»»

Indian community showcases cultural heritage during Diwali festivities in UAE Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, attended the Festival of Lights (Diwali) celebrations at the BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi on Sunday evening, 8 November. He inaugurated the Uni»»»

New Lulu Hypermarket Launches in Dubai, Boosting Retail Presence in UAE Dubai: Lulu has opened a new hypermarket at Moopans Mall in Oud Al Muteena, on the outskirts of Dubai. It is Lulu’s 127th store in the UAE and its 291st in the Gulf region. The store was inaugurated by Sayed Ismail Al Hashemi, »»»

Kerala student, 21, heading to university spoke to father minutes before fatal crash Dubai: It began as a routine phone call about a flat tyre. Minutes later, an Indian expat family’s world had been turned upside down. Naifa Balkies Hameed, a 21-year-old architecture student at Canadian University »»»

Diwali celebrations began on Sunday, with people across India and the global diaspora gathering to mark one of the most important festivals in the Hindu tradition. In Ayodhya, believed to be the birthplace of Lord Rama, the deity celebrated during the festival, festivities included performances bas»»»

UAE’s largest bank adds fund and trust administration to its custody business Abu Dhabi: First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) has acquired 100 per cent of Yasira Financial Services, a Bahrain-based fund administration and trust services platform, the lender announced on November 9. The companies have not yet»»»

Three authors discuss how real events, social injustice and imagination shape their novels Sharjah: Crime fiction can do more than entertain readers. It can shed light on historical injustice, social inequality and difficult moral questions, three novelists told audiences at the 45th Sharjah Intern»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Business Confidence Index stood at 55.5 in October, remaining firmly in optimistic territory despite a 1.1-point monthly decline, official data showed. The index, released by the General Authority for Statistics, remained above the 50-point threshold that separates optimism f»»»

Pakistani expat wins Dh50,000 without taking part in the game. Here is how he still won Abu Dhabi: Three expats from Egypt, India and Pakistan walked away with a combined Dh250,000 during Big Ticket's Series 292 live draw, all thanks to the Big Spin prizes. Two of them won Dh100,000 each, while the»»»

RIYADH: Record exports helped push the UAE’s non-oil foreign trade up 10.1 percent year on year in the first nine months of 2026, reaching 2.94 trillion Emirati dirhams ($801.9 billion). Non-oil exports increased 21.6 percent to 706 billion dirhams, while imports climbed 11.5 percent to 1.66 trilli»»»

The joint Omani-Indian naval exercise “Naseem Al Bahr 2026” began today, carried out by a number of ships from the Royal Navy of Oman and the Indian Navy, in the Al Batinah maritime area in the Sultanate of Oman. The exercise, which continues until November 12, includes many theoretical and practic»»»

New Delhi, India: Toxic air in parts of India's capital New Delhi soared to more than 58 times the World Health Organization's recommended daily limit Monday, after fireworks for the Hindu festival of Diwali, air monitor data showed. Millions celebrate the annual festival of lights with fireworks i»»»

Etihad keeps Riyadh and Dammam grounded; flydubai and Saudi carriers face fresh disruption Dubai: UAE travellers heading into the new week face another round of flight disruptions, with Saudi Arabia remaining one of the most affected destinations. While Emirates, Etihad Airways, flydubai and Air Ar»»»

Doha, Qatar: Design Doha announced the four winners of the 2026 Design Doha Prize during an awards ceremony yesterday at the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA), concluding the three-day opening programme for the second edition of the design biennial. The Prize is chaired by Chairperson of Qatar Museums H »»»

Air quality deteriorated in ‌India’s capital Delhi on Monday, after residents celebrating the Hindu festival of lights set off fireworks in violation of court orders. At 9 a.m. (0330 GMT) on Monday, Delhi recorded an air quality index of 370, categorized as ‘very poor’ by the Central Pollution Cont»»»

Quick look at current exchange rates - as of November 09- against the UAE dirham Dubai: Softness in Asian currencies continues to benefit UAE expats, who get more back home for every dirham they send. The Indian rupee, Philippine peso and Pakistani rupee are all trading near multi-year lows, despit»»»

DHAKA: Former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina requested a new passport Monday to facilitate her return from exile two years after she was ousted in a mass uprising. The government has been seeking her extradition from India and earlier dismissed suggestions she needed new identification do»»»