India targets undisclosed UAE assets with new tax compliance scheme Indian expats who own homes, apartments or commercial properties in the UAE may need to check their Indian income tax returns after the Income Tax Department began contacting select taxpayers over potentially undisclosed overseas a»»»

ISLAMABAD: Afghan Taliban forces fired mortars into a former Pakistani Taliban stronghold in restive northwestern Pakistan, killing a civilian and wounding five others, a Pakistani government official said early Wednesday. The shelling damaged shops in a bazaar in South Waziristan, a district in Kh»»»

Hungary’s National Tax and Customs Administration (NAV) has launched a major operation against an alleged criminal network involved in supplying ventilators and medical masks to the state during the Covid-19 pandemic. Arrests and assets seized across two countries The investigation concerns compani»»»

Victim struck by SUV driven by a woman was reportedly due to fly home soon for wedding Fujairah: A 24-year-old Indian expatriate recently died in a road accident in Fujairah last week after the electric scooter he was riding was struck by a four-wheel-drive vehicle, police confirmed on Tuesday. The»»»

Free Patriotic Movement chief Gebran Bassil has cautioned that "the upcoming phase carries significant risks for Lebanon and the region," warning of the potential escalation of Israeli attacks and the repercussions of Hezbollah entering a new war. In an interview on LBCI television, Bassil stressed»»»

ATLANTA, Georgia – AI-driven Flock cameras made by an Atlanta-based company are sprouting up across the US, sparking alarm and bipartisan, citizen-driven campaigns as the new technology emerges as a 2026 midterm campaign issue. While politicians hedge and local officials rush to»»»

Russia’s counter-drone arsenal is set to expand with laser and electromagnetic pulse (EMP) systems entering serial production, Rosoboronexport, part of the Rostec state corporation, said. Rosoboronexport has yet to disclose the systems’ specifications, designations, or engagement ranges.Laser weapo»»»

“We want to bring together established players, niche brands and a new generation of promising Romanian start-ups, without them needing their own complex infrastructure. From registration to actual listing, the onboarding process takes just a few weeks, giving partners direct and rapid access to ov»»»

By Staff, Agencies Opposition leaders in “Israel” on Tuesday urged voters to participate in large numbers in the parliamentary elections, calling for an end to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s rule and a change in the country’s political leadership. Voting began at 7 am local time [0500 GMT] and»»»

Kyrgyzstan’s unusual gift among dozens deposited in Toshakhana Dubai: Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif deposited more than three dozen official gifts in the Toshakhana between July and September, including one kilogramme of fine gold received during a visit to Kyrgyzstan, according to records»»»

Israelis are voting Tuesday in the first general elections since the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu facing a fight for political survival. The vote follows three years of regional wars, with Netanyahu running neck and neck with centrist rival Gadi Eisenkot. Isr»»»

Doha, Qatar: On October 28, 2026, the World Sustainability Day, Finland is awarding Fahad bin Mohammed Al-Attiyah, Founder and Director of the Caravane Earth Foundation and Chair of INTBAU Qatar, a Climate Honours diploma in recognition of his commitment to promoting sustainability in agriculture a»»»

Doha, Qatar: Minister of State for International Cooperation H E Dr. Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad met yesterday with United Nations Assistant Secretary-General and Director of the UNDP Regional Bureau for Arab States H E Dr. Abdallah Al Dardari, on the sidelines of the ongoing World Investm»»»

Prime Minister Luca Niculescu stated on Monday, following a meeting with representatives of the business community, that the Government's primary objective is to bring funds into the state budget and the economy, without placing additional fiscal pressure on those who sustain economic ...»»»

Doha, Qatar: First Vice-Chairman of Qatar Chamber (QC) Mohammed bin Ahmed bin Twar Al Kuwari received a business delegation from the Republic of Senegal headed by Bakary Sega Bathily, Director General of Senegal’s Investment Promotion and Major Projects Agency (APIX), and including Habibatou, Inves»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Qatari Businessmen Association (QBA) participated in the session “The Role of the Private Sector in Financing Development in Developing Countries,” held as part of the World Investment Forum 2026 in Doha, with the participation of H E Dr. Mariam bint Ali bin Nasser Al-Misnad, Minis»»»

Eligible residents can now apply online for Philippine e-Visas without personal appearance Dubai: Foreign nationals living in the UAE who need a visa to visit the Philippines can now apply through a new electronic visa (e-Visa) service launched by the Philippine Consulate General in Dubai, making i»»»

Doha, Qatar: At the UNCTAD World Investment Forum 2026, Minister of Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprise Development of the Republic of Zimbabwe, H E Monica Mutsvangwa, called for greater investment in Zimbabwe’s diverse economic sectors while expressing gratitude for the strengthe»»»

Doha, Qatar: Minister of Municipality and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Qatari Diar H E Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Attiyah, met with Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade of Egypt, at Qatari Diar’s headquarters H E Dr Mohamed Farid Saleh. The meeting took place during the Egyptia»»»

Doha, Qatar: Doha Investment, Qatar’s new dedicated investment platform, yesterday announced an expansion of Qatar’s Active Asset Management Initiative from QR2.6bn to QR5bn. The expansion will be funded through new cash and will be open to eligible local and international asset managers. The addit»»»

Doha, Qatar: The seventh edition of Build Your House 2026 opened yesterday under the patronage of Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs H E Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, bringing together more than 250 exhibitors from over 10 countries to showcase the latest innovati»»»

Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs H E Ibrahim bin Ali bin Issa Al Hassan Al Mohannadi met yesterday with Charge d’Affaires at the US Embassy in the State of Qatar H E Chris Hodges. During the meeting, they discussed legal and judicial cooperation between the State of Qat»»»

Doha: Minister of State for International Cooperation, H E Dr. Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad yesterday hosted a panel discussion on the role of the private sector in funding development in developing countries as part of the World Investment Forum (WIF) in Doha. Addressing the panel, Dr. Al »»»

Doha, Qatar: The National Planning Council (NPC) participated in the ninth edition of the World Investment Forum, hosted by the State of Qatar in partnership with the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) from 25 to 27 October under the theme ‘Investing in the Future’. Secreta»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Shura Council held its weekly session yesterday at the Tamim bin Hamad Hall at the Council’s headquarters, chaired by Speaker of the Shura Council H E Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim. At the beginning of the session, the Shura Council welcomed the outcomes of the talks between Amir H»»»

By Staff, Agencies Leader of the Islamic Revolution His Eminence Ayatollah Sayyed Mojtaba Khamenei has presented a comprehensive vision for building an “ever-stronger Iran,” urging the country’s scientific and intellectual elites to push beyond existing boundaries and help shift the global center o»»»

Doha, Qatar: The University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) has launched eUDST, a new platform offering online courses, programmes and stackable micro-credentials designed to support professional development and skills development. The platform enables learners to access online learning o»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar is investing in education infrastructure, skills development and equal learning opportunities through public-private partnerships, with a QR6.4bn programme to develop 22 schools, Minister of Education and Higher Education H E Lolwah bint Rashid bin Mohammed Al Khater has said. Sp»»»

Brent's surge above $116 raises the possibility of another increase at UAE petrol pumps Dubai: UAE petrol and diesel prices could rise again in November after Brent crude climbed above $116 a barrel last week, although a decline on Monday offered some relief ahead of the country's monthly fuel-pric»»»

QUETTA, Pakistan: Thousands of trucks remain stranded on both sides of the Iran-Pakistan border despite the resumption of limited overland trade between the two countries, southwest Pakistan business representatives told AFP on Monday. Mir Naveed Jan Kalmati, president of the chamber of commerce fo»»»

Israeli presidential candidate Gadi Eisenkot's pledge made Sunday to "heal" Israeli society after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's divisive tenure resonated with some voters attending his final campaign rally before polling begins Tuesday. Netanyahu meanwhile received fresh backing for re-electi»»»

PARIS: A man suspected of a gun attack in the Paris suburbs last week that killed one person and wounded five has rejected suggestions that his actions were racially motivated, prosecutors said on Monday. The 39-year-old man, identified as Kevin T., “does not dispute the material facts,” but does c»»»

DOHA Football enthusiasts and families across Qatar will have the opportunity to see the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026trophy, as the prestigious tournament trophy will make its way to key vibrant destinations nationwide ahead of the global showpiece. The FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026 trophy tour »»»

With 25 years of experience in human resources management, gained in local and international companies across the food, oil, FMCG, pharmaceutical, beauty, tobacco, financial services, e-commerce, retail and logistics industries, Diana Novac joins the Flanco team as HR Director. Previously, Diana oc»»»

Sewage-smelling water flowed into the Danube in northern Budapest for at least three days before the leak was stopped, raising concerns about water pollution and potential health risks. The cause of the discharge near Óbuda remains under investigation. Sewage flowed into the Danube for days The pol»»»

Pluriva, a Romanian technology company specializing in ERP solutions and business process digitization, reached a turnover of €4.03 million in 2025, an increase of approximately 26% compared to the previous year, when it recorded €3.2 million. Throughout its 28 years of activity, the company has in»»»

It is “not true” that Hezbollah gave guarantees that it would not enter the war if a confrontation broke out between Iran and the United States and Israel, a senior Hezbollah official has been quoted as saying. "We have not given, and will not give, guarantees to anyone in this regard, because the »»»

Essential packing tips: What not to bring on Emirates, Etihad, flydubai and Air Arabia Packing for a holiday or a trip home? Before you zip up your suitcase, check what you can and cannot take on board. An everyday item that seems harmless could be prohibited in cabin baggage, restricted to checked»»»

Doha, Qatar: General public tickets for the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026 are now on sale at www.roadtoqatar.qa, as Qatar gets ready to welcome TMRW’s GOAT for yet another spectacular edition of the prestigious youth competition. Taking place from November 19 to December 13, the FIFA U-17 World Cu»»»

Tunis, Oct.26 (TAP) - Efforts made in 2026 to modernise and digitise the tax administration led to the launch of the employer's tax return filing service through the "TEJ" e-platform. This measure enabled more than 85,000 taxpayers to file their...»»»

RTA’s 121st auction raises Dh65.72m for two, three, four and five-digit combinations Dubai: What is it about two little letters that makes Dubai’s bidders spending so much? At the 121st open auction of distinguished vehicle number plates, organised by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) on »»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior launched an Absher Travel for Visitors service on Monday to help streamline entry at the Kingdom’s land borders. The service is available through the Absher app for GCC nationals and other visitors, the MOI said on X. It has been launched in partnership w»»»

In a reading of the Israeli landscape on the eve of elections, a U.S. source said that a victory by Benjamin Netanyahu or his rival Gadi Eisenkot “will not alter Israel's security fundamentals regarding Lebanon -- foremost among them the disarmament of Hezbollah.” “The potential difference lies in »»»

Doha, Qatar: Football enthusiasts and families across Qatar will have the opportunity to see the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026 trophy, as the prestigious tournament trophy will make its way to key vibrant destinations nationwide ahead of the global showpiece. The FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026 tro»»»

MP Hassan Fadlallah announced Monday that Iran has not asked Hezbollah to intervene militarily if a new war is waged on the Islamic republic. “The Islamic Republic of Iran did not ask us in the past, nor today, to support it in confronting the American-Israeli aggression,” Fadlallah said. “Quite th»»»

Winners of October’s third weekly e-draw share what they plan to do with 24-karat prize Dubai: An office boy, who has called Bahrain home for 23 years, is among four Indian expats who have each won a 200-gram, 24-karat gold bar in October’s third weekly e-draw of Big Ticket Abu Dhabi. Aruna Krishna»»»

Doha, Qatar: The General Authority of Customs has announced that both registered and non-registered individuals can now authorize an approved customs clearance agency through the Al-Nadeeb system. In a social media post, the authority outlined the steps for completing the authorization process thro»»»

Thousands of trucks remain stranded on both sides of the Iran-Pakistan border despite the resumption of limited overland trade between the two countries, southwest Pakistan business representatives told AFP on Monday. Mir Naveed Jan Kalmati, president of the chamber of commerce for Gwadar city on P»»»

Brussels, Belgium: The European Union will from November 1 slap a two-euro ($2.25) handling fee on packages from outside the 27-nation bloc in a bid to curb the influx from China. The new levy -- coming just weeks before the Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Christmas season shopping rushes -- will b»»»

Firms earning Dh50m or more face October 30 deadline; smaller firms have until March 2027 Dubai: UAE businesses with annual revenues of Dh50 million or more have just four days to appoint an approved e-invoicing service provider or risk monthly penalties of Dh5,000. The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) »»»