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Dubai Floods: UAE Grapples with Fallout from Record-Breaking Rainfall, Battling to Recover\| Oneindia UAE faces unprecedented crisis as historic rainfall wreaks havoc across all seven Emirates, with total recorded rain doubling annual average. Authorities scramble to assess damage and aid rescue.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:38Published 7 hours ago

Dubai Floods: Dubai's Sky turns Green amid heavy rain and storm \| Watch \| Oneindia Dubai's highly advanced infrastructure bore the brunt of an unprecedented rainstorm earlier this week, shattering records and sparking chaos across the city. From April 15 to April 17, torrential rains.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:03Published 1 day ago

Dubai Floods: Air India, IndiGo Dubai flights face cancellation amid adverse weather \| Oneindia The United Arab Emirates witnessed an unprecedented deluge, marking its most substantial rainfall on record since 1949. Described as a "historic weather event" by the state-run WAM news agency, the.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:01Published 1 day ago

Dubai Floods: Over 18 Lives Lost in Oman as Region Grapples with Heavy Rains \| Oneindia News Heavy rains and flash floods in Oman and the UAE led to at least 18 deaths and widespread travel disruptions. Oman saw tragic losses, including nine schoolchildren and their driver. In the UAE, Dubai's.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:01Published 1 day ago

Dubai Floods: Stunning Footage Reveals Dubai Rains' Devastating Impact \| Oneindia News Severe rains struck Dubai, inundating highways and the airport, prompting warnings for remote work. Footage of the unusual green-hued sky circulated online, capturing the surreal atmosphere. Emergency.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:08Published 2 days ago

Storm dumps heaviest rain ever recorded on United Arab Emirates Authorities deployed tankers to pump away the water, but the lack of regular rainfall means many roads lack proper drainage. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:41Published 2 days ago

Microsoft Makes $1.5 Billion Investment in Leading UAE Technology Firm Microsoft Makes $1.5 Billion , Investment in Leading , UAE Technology Firm. Microsoft Makes $1.5 Billion , Investment in Leading , UAE Technology Firm. 'The Independent' reports that Microsoft has.. Credit: Wibbitz Top Stories Duration: 01:31Published 3 days ago

Injured children, cancer patients flown from Gaza to UAE Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:40Published on March 21, 2024

Pakistan Plans to Request $6 Billion in New IMF Loan Program: Report\| Oneindia News Pakistan plans to seek a $6 billion IMF loan to repay looming debts. The federal budget allocates $2.5 billion from the IMF, as Pakistan faces a $22 billion debt burden with reserves covering just one.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:06Published on February 23, 2024

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UAE President Al Nahyan meets PM Modi in Gandhinagar as Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit begins The President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday as the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024 began in Gandhinagar. The two.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 10, 2024
On Gujarat summit-eve, PM Modi inks MoUs with UAE president IndiaTimes - Published on January 9, 2024
PM Modi and UAE President's roadshow begins in Ahmedabad Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UAE president Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan embarked on a roadshow in Ahmedabad this evening. Before their roadshow, Modi welcomed the United Arab Emirates.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 9, 2024

PM Modi, UAE President hold roadshow in Ahmedabad ahead of Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit; watch here The roadshow comes a day ahead of the inauguration of the 10th edition of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit (VGGS) at the Mahatma Mandir Convention Centre in Gandhinagar. DNA - Published on January 9, 2024
India-UAE joint military exercise 'Desert Cyclone' underway in Rajasthan The joint military exercise 'Desert Cyclone' between India and UAE is underway in Rajasthan's Mahajan. The exercise involves troops from the Zayed First Brigade representing the UAE and a battalion.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 5, 2024
PM Modi, UAE president to hold roadshow on January 9 before Vibrant Gujarat meet PM Narendra Modi and Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, popularly known by his initials MBZ, will lead a roadshow from the Ahmedabad airport to the Sabarmati.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 3, 2024

India-UAE ties transcend to multilateral level in 2023 IndiaTimes - Published on December 30, 2023
ED to seek extradition of Mahadev accused from UAE The Enforcement Directorate plans to file for the extradition of Saurabh Chandrakar and Ravi Uppal, prime accused in the Mahadev Book Online betting syndicate, from the UAE. The deportation of Uppal,.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 27, 2023
‘25 Indians from grounded plane seeking asylum in France freed’ Twenty-five Indian passengers seeking asylum in France after their flight from the UAE was grounded last week have been freed. The flight, carrying mostly Indian passengers, took off for Mumbai after.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 27, 2023
Plane held in France over 'human trafficking' concerns lands in Mumbai Plane with over 270 Indians onboard held in France over trafficking concerns landed in Mumbai early morning on Tuesday, reported news agency PTI, quoting an official. The charter plane for Nicaragua,.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 25, 2023

Embassy working with authorities for welfare of Indians detained in France The Indian embassy in France is working with the French government for the welfare of the 303 Indian nationals presently detained at the airport in Vatry, 150 km east of Paris, and for early resolution.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 24, 2023
France grounds plane with 303 Indians over trafficking fears French authorities grounded a flight from the United Arab Emirates to Nicaragua carrying 303 Indian passengers after receiving a tip that it could be carrying victims of human trafficking. Special.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 23, 2023
Delhi high court reserves order in Sanjay Bhandari case A Delhi court on Wednesday reserved its order on cognizance point on a supplementary chargesheet filed in a money laundering case related to fugitive arms dealer Sanjay Bhandari and others, reports.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 20, 2023	India resisted pressure from developed nations for phase out of fossil fuels: Environment minister India resisted pressure from developed countries at the climate conference in the UAE to end the use of fossil fuels, Union environment minister Bhupender Yadav said on Tuesday. The minister said India.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 19, 2023
Meet Dubai's richest Indian woman, who is UAE's first female doctor; now runs Rs 3600 crore firm At the age of 84, Zulekha Daud is the Chairperson and Founder of the Zulekha Hospital Group. The UAE-based doctor-turned-entrepreneur also received India's top honours for overseas Indians - the.. DNA - Published on December 13, 2023	Mahadev app owner Ravi Uppal detained in Dubai The ED investigation has shown that the Mahadev Online Book App is run from a central head office in the UAE, officials said. DNA - Published on December 13, 2023
India allows export of non-basmati rice to another 5 countries Earlier, India allowed the export of such a variety of rice to Nepal, Cameroon, Cote d'Ivoire, Republic of Guinea, Malaysia, the Philippines, Seychelles, UAE, and Singapore. DNA - Published on December 8, 2023	'People will now see battle of Mahabharata': MP Mahua Moitra on Ethics Committee report to be tabled today in Lok Sabha The Ethics Committee report on the cash-for-query case will be tabled in the Lok Sabha today. Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra has compared the situation to the Mahabharata, stating that a major.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 8, 2023
Report: Record number of fossil fuel lobbyists granted access to COP28 A record number of fossil fuel lobbyists, more than all delegates from the ten most vulnerable countries, have been granted access to the UN climate summit, highlighting the dominance of industry.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 7, 2023	Putin greeted with jets, horses, camels and flags on visit to UAE during COP28 Russian President Vladimir Putin was escorted by four Russian fighter jets on Wednesday as he jetted in to the Gulf on a rare trip abroad. Sky News - Published on December 6, 2023
PM meets Qatar emir, officials mum on ex-Navy men's issue PM Modi met Qatar Emir Al Thani at CO climate summit in UAE. It was the first high-level contact since a Qatar court awarded death sentence to Indian Navy veterans on spying charges. Modi discussed the.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 2, 2023	COP28 host UAE has climate plan downgraded to lowest rating The nation hosting the COP28 climate summit has had its climate plan downgraded to the lowest category. Sky News - Published on December 2, 2023
#Melodi: Italian PM Giorgia Meloni posts selfie with 'good friend' PM Modi Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni met on the sidelines of the ongoing 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) in Dubai on Friday. PM Meloni shared a selfie of their.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 2, 2023	Join 'Green Credit' initiative, appeals PM Modi Inviting countries to join the global 'Green Credit' initiative, Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with UAE's President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan launched its web platform at a high-level.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 1, 2023
PM Modi leaves for India after attending World Climate Action Summit Prime Minister Narendra Modi leaves Dubai after attending the World Climate Action Summit and launching the Green Credit Initiative. He had a busy day, addressing multiple sessions and participating in.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 1, 2023	PM Modi meets with UAE Vice President, other world leaders on COP28 Summit sidelines Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with the UAE Vice President Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and other world leaders on Friday on the sidelines of the 28th meeting of the Conference of.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 1, 2023
PM Modi says he looks forward to collaborations for sustainable future at COP28 Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the COP28 Summit in Dubai and expressed his eagerness for meaningful dialogues and collaborations for a sustainable future. He was welcomed by UAE President Sheikh.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 1, 2023	'India fulfilling commitments made in Paris' says Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev ahead of COP28 Summit Ahead of the COP28 Summit in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Isha Foundation founder Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev said, "There is a massive economic disparity between societies. India is fulfilling the.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 1, 2023
PM Modi arrives at COP28 Leadership Pavilion; UAE President, UN Chief welcome him Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday arrived at the annual Conference of Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP 28) Leadership Pavilion. UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 1, 2023	COP28: Opening session address, special initiatives, bilaterals; here's how PM Modi's day in UAE looks like Prime Minister Narendra Modi is in the UAE to attend the United Nations's COP28 Summit. He will deliver speeches and participate in special initiatives on climate events. PM Modi will also hold.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 1, 2023
'Modi, Modi!': Indian diaspora welcomes PM Modi in UAE with cheers, cultural celebration PM Modi arrived in Dubai on Thursday night to participate in the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) Summit. He will participate in the World Climate Action Summit of the COP28, scheduled on Friday. DNA - Published on December 1, 2023	Anticipation builds as Indian diaspora awaits PM Modi's arrival in Dubai Prime Minister Narendra Modi is eagerly awaited by the 3.3 million strong Indian diaspora in the UAE for his participation in the World Climate Action Summit. PM Modi will address the opening session.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 30, 2023
Investigation launched into takeover of Telegraph and Spectator by UAE-based fund The culture secretary has launched an investigation into the takeover of The Daily Telegraph by a state-backed Abu Dhabi-based fund. Sky News - Published on November 30, 2023	COP28 can't truly succeed unless UAE backs phasing out fossil fuels To a lot of people, Dubai might seem a dubious choice for a climate summit. Sky News - Published on November 29, 2023
'False' oil deal claims are 'attempt to undermine' - COP28 president The man running COP28 has denied claims the UAE wanted to use the conference to strike new oil and gas deals. Sky News - Published on November 29, 2023	UAE 'planned to use COP28 meetings to push oil and gas deals' The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is said to have planned to use pre-COP28 summit meetings to pitch oil and gas deals to foreign governments, according to leaked documents obtained by the Centre for.. Sky News - Published on November 27, 2023
'India-UAE trade ties diversified into unbelievable expanse of opportunities': Indian envoy Sudhir The Indian envoy in Dubai highlights the centuries-old India-UAE trade relationship and the inclusive solutions it has created. The India Global Forum's annual event in Dubai will feature the Finance.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 26, 2023	Banner for jailed activist flown over Man City game A banner requesting the release of a prominent activist in the UAE was flown over Manchester City's stadium on Saturday. BBC Sport - Published on November 25, 2023
2nd ED chargesheet against fugitive arms dealer Sanjay Bhandari The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a chargesheet against fugitive defence dealer Sanjay Bhandari, naming two other accused — NRI businessman CC Thampi, who was arrested in 2020 by the agency.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 23, 2023	Nine prominent Indian-origin leaders feature in the Time 100 Climate list The list comprising CEOs, founders, philanthropists, musicians, policymakers and government officials from across the world, comes before the 2023 UN Climate Change Conference, slated to be held in the.. DNA - Published on November 18, 2023
Prime Minister Modi may attend World Climate Action Summit during COP28 in Dubai Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to attend the World Climate Action Summit during the UN climate conference in Dubai. He may discuss India's approach to environmental issues through Mission.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 11, 2023	ED applies for RCN against app promoters After filing a chargesheet late last month against masterminds of Mahadev app, one of the biggest gaming app frauds in the country, the Enforcement Directorate has begun the process of seeking.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 5, 2023
Foreign minister Jaishankar reiterates India’s stance in talks with Israeli counterpart Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar spoke to his Israeli counterpart Eli Cohen, expressing India's condemnation of terrorism and support for a two-state solution. They also emphasized the importance.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 4, 2023	PM Modi, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan discuss West Asia IndiaTimes - Published on November 3, 2023
Dharmendra Pradhan: IIT-Delhi Abu Dhabi campus to commence operation with master’s course in energy transition from January '24 During his visit to the UAE, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced that the first master's course in energy transition will begin in January 2024 from the IIT-Delhi Abu Dhabi campus. He.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 2, 2023	‘Current situation in West Asia is definitely not an excuse not to deliver at COP28’ The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza is creating uncertainty for the upcoming UN climate conference (COP28) in the UAE. However, the visiting German state secretary of the federal.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 1, 2023

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UAE President Al Nahyan meets PM Modi in Gandhinagar as Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit begins

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PM Modi and UAE President's roadshow begins in Ahmedabad

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India-UAE joint military exercise 'Desert Cyclone' underway in Rajasthan

PM Modi, UAE president to hold roadshow on January 9 before Vibrant Gujarat meet

India-UAE ties transcend to multilateral level in 2023

ED to seek extradition of Mahadev accused from UAE

‘25 Indians from grounded plane seeking asylum in France freed’

Plane held in France over 'human trafficking' concerns lands in Mumbai

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France grounds plane with 303 Indians over trafficking fears

Delhi high court reserves order in Sanjay Bhandari case

India resisted pressure from developed nations for phase out of fossil fuels: Environment minister

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India allows export of non-basmati rice to another 5 countries

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PM meets Qatar emir, officials mum on ex-Navy men's issue

COP28 host UAE has climate plan downgraded to lowest rating

#Melodi: Italian PM Giorgia Meloni posts selfie with 'good friend' PM Modi

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PM Modi leaves for India after attending World Climate Action Summit

PM Modi meets with UAE Vice President, other world leaders on COP28 Summit sidelines

PM Modi says he looks forward to collaborations for sustainable future at COP28

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PM Modi arrives at COP28 Leadership Pavilion; UAE President, UN Chief welcome him

COP28: Opening session address, special initiatives, bilaterals; here's how PM Modi's day in UAE looks like

'Modi, Modi!': Indian diaspora welcomes PM Modi in UAE with cheers, cultural celebration

Anticipation builds as Indian diaspora awaits PM Modi's arrival in Dubai

Investigation launched into takeover of Telegraph and Spectator by UAE-based fund

COP28 can't truly succeed unless UAE backs phasing out fossil fuels

'False' oil deal claims are 'attempt to undermine' - COP28 president

UAE 'planned to use COP28 meetings to push oil and gas deals'

'India-UAE trade ties diversified into unbelievable expanse of opportunities': Indian envoy Sudhir

Banner for jailed activist flown over Man City game

2nd ED chargesheet against fugitive arms dealer Sanjay Bhandari

Nine prominent Indian-origin leaders feature in the Time 100 Climate list

Prime Minister Modi may attend World Climate Action Summit during COP28 in Dubai

ED applies for RCN against app promoters

Foreign minister Jaishankar reiterates India’s stance in talks with Israeli counterpart

PM Modi, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan discuss West Asia

Dharmendra Pradhan: IIT-Delhi Abu Dhabi campus to commence operation with master’s course in energy transition from January '24

‘Current situation in West Asia is definitely not an excuse not to deliver at COP28’