The ex-wife of a nephew of Dubai’s ruler has been arrested following a long-running custody battle, prosecutors in the UAE said on Friday. Zeynab Javadli was detained after her former husband, Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum, accused her of abducting their three children. “Dubai Public Prosecution confirms that Ms. Zeynab Javadli has […]
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Heavy rain and thunderstorms lash UAE, causing floods and disruptions
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been hit by heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds, affecting major cities including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and northern emirates, Gulf News reported on Friday. Read More: Heavy rainfall kills six in Oman, UAE According to the UAE’s National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), unstable weather driven by a low-pressure system has […]
Another Pakistani killed in UAE missile attack
Abu Dhabi — A Pakistani national has been killed in the United Arab Emirates following a ballistic missile attack, officials confirmed on Monday. According to UAE authorities, the Emirati air defense system successfully intercepted the missile, but debris from the strike fell in the Bani Yas area of Abu Dhabi, resulting in the death of […]
Iran strikes end Dubai dreams for Pakistani workers
Abdul Malick sat among mourning relatives in his village in southern Pakistan, receiving condolences from neighbours after his nephew, Muzaffar Ali, was killed in Dubai last week. Ali, a 27-year-old labourer, was one of two Pakistanis killed in retaliatory Iranian strikes against Gulf countries since the start of US-Israeli attacks on the Islamic republic two […]
Dubai preserves Ramadan tradition with daily cannon blasts
DUBAI — As Ramadan approaches, residents and visitors in Dubai continue to experience a centuries-old tradition: announcing iftar with cannon fire. While many Pakistani cities such as Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad have seen the pre-dawn drumbeats of sehri fade from urban life, Dubai has maintained its historic ritual throughout the holy month. Read More: Eid […]
Pakistani art, culture festival opens in Dubai
Hussain Muhammad, Consul General of Pakistan in Dubai, along with Muhammad Saleh, Press Counsellor, inaugurated Pakistani Art and Culture Festival at Dubai International Art Centre. The Consul General congratulated and appreciated the organizers for showcasing Pakistan’s artistic and cultural wealth on an international platform. He said that Dubai is a hub for multicultural engagement, noting […]
Atif Aslam to perform live in Dubai on April 19
Global music icon Atif Aslam returns to the Coca-Cola Arena for his sixth consecutive annual performance in the city, promising a night of music and emotion on April 19, 2026. This year promises to be bigger, louder and more immersive than ever before. Every Atif Aslam show is an emotional journey. One needs to examine […]
First Lady visits Dubai’s Museum of the Future
First Lady Bibi Aseefa Bhutto Zardari MNA, visited the Museum of the Future in Dubai on the invitation of the Government of the United Arab Emirates on Thursday. During the visit, the First Lady toured the museum’s immersive exhibitions focused on innovation, sustainability, science and creative approaches to future challenges. She appreciated the museum’s role […]
Dubai recovers AED 2m, 35,000 devices through RTA lost-and-found in 2025
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) reported that over AED 2 million in cash, approximately 35,000 electronic devices, and 3,000 passports were recovered from taxis and other vehicles in 2025, highlighting the emirate’s efficient lost-and-found operations. Read More: Dubai debuts driverless minibus The RTA handled more than 104,000 lost-property reports across the city last year through […]
Atif Aslam shares adorable family moments from Dubai trip
Pakistani singer Atif Aslam delighted fans on Monday after sharing rare family vacation photos from Dubai, offering an intimate look into his life away from the stage. Read More: Atif Aslam: Staying grounded amid global fame In a carousel of images posted to Instagram, the Aadat hitmaker appeared relaxed and cheerful as he spent time […]