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Abu Dhabi: Capital of the United Arab Emirates and the Emirate of Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi is the capital city of the United Arab Emirates. The city is the seat of the Abu Dhabi Central Capital District, the capital city of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, and the UAE's second-most populous city, after Dubai. The city is situated on a T-shaped island, extending into the Gulf from the central-western coast of the UAE.

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Sebastian Alvarez's makes history 'skysurfing' in Abu Dhabi [Video]

Sebastian Alvarez's makes history 'skysurfing' in Abu Dhabi

Chilean wingsuit flyer Sebastian Alvarez has made history by "skysurfing" from a Bell 212 helicopter located 3,657 metres above Hudayriyat Island in Abu Dhabi.

Credit: euronews (in English)     Duration: 01:00Published

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Ireland captain Paul Stirling says Ross Adair's improvement is "really exciting" after the opener hit a superb maiden T20 century in Sunday's victory over South Africa in Abu Dhabi.
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Ireland suffer eight-wicket loss to South Africa in T20 opener

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Ireland are well beaten by South Africa in the first of two T20 internationals between the sides in Abu Dhabi.
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Chilean wingsuit flyer Sebastian Alvarez makes history after leaping 12,000 feet onto an artificial wave in Hudayriyat Island, Abu Dhabi.
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Pacts on N-plant, LNG as Modi hosts Abu Dhabi crown prince on 1st visit

India and the UAE have bolstered their strategic partnership with five new MoUs focusing on energy security. During Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan's first official..
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Abu Dhabi Crown Prince pays homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat and met Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss strengthening India-UAE relations. His..
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PM Modi holds meeting with Abu Dhabi crown prince during inaugural visit to India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan at Hyderabad House, marking his first official visit to India. The visit aims to bolster..
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PM Modi welcomes Abu Dhabi Crown Prince on his first India visit: Know what's on his 2-day schedule

The two leaders shook hands and interacted with each other before proceeding to hold a meeting
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Abu Dhabi Crown Prince to join business forum in Mumbai today, will meet PM Modi during visit

On September 9, the Crown Prince will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi and hold discussions on a wide range of areas of bilateral cooperation.
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Rose and Molinari named playing captains for Team Cup

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Justin Rose and Francesco Molinari are confirmed as the playing captains for the 2025 Team Cup in Abu Dhabi.
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CBI coordinates with NIA, Interpol for return of wanted terrorist from Abu Dhabi

Singh, who was facing an Interpol Red Notice, was brought back from Abu Dhabi by a security mission from the NIA and he was arrested on Friday morning after he arrived in Delhi, they said.
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BJP neta moves HC, links Kerala CM daughter to foreign bank a/c

BJP functionary Shone George alleges that Pinarayi Vijayan's daughter's company Exalogic parked funds in Abu Dhabi, and SNC Lavalin routed money to the USA through it.
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Flyers face tighter scrutiny at Dubai, Abu Dhabi airports

Immigration scrutiny has increased at Dubai and Abu Dhabi airports for travellers from Tamil Nadu and Kerala. Passengers need Rs 60,000, a return ticket, and a credit card. The focus is on preventing..
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Ireland beat Vanuatu to reach T20 World Cup qualifying semi-final

Ireland's women make it through to the semi-finals of the Twenty20 World Cup qualifying in Abu Dhabi by beating Vanuatu by nine wickets on Wednesday.
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Telegraph put up for sale after ownership battle with government

An Abu Dhabi-backed vehicle has conceded defeat in its bid to buy The Daily Telegraph after its ownership was effectively blocked by the government.
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Telegraph takeover may 'operate against the public interest', regulator says

The takeover of the Telegraph has been referred for further regulatory scrutiny as the communications watchdog said the purchase, by an Abu Dhabi-backed investment fund, may "operate against the public..
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Government to effectively block Abu Dhabi-led Telegraph takeover

The government is expected to commit to banning foreign governments from owning British newspapers and magazines, effectively blocking an Abu Dhabi-led takeover of the Daily and Sunday Telegraph and..
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World Triathlon Series opener off due to bad weather

The World Triathlon Championship Series opener in Abu Dhabi is cancelled because of "severe adverse weather" forecast.
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Patience pays off as Ireland make Test breakthrough

Ireland chalk up another landmark success as they overcome Afghanistan in Abu Dhabi to to secure a first Test victory.
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Irish secure first Test with with Afghanistan victory

Ireland earn a first Test victory at the eighth attempt after beating Afghanistan by six wickets in Abu Dhabi.
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Ireland beat Afghanistan to claim first Test win in history

Ireland earn a first men's Test victory at the eighth attempt after beating Afghanistan by six wickets in Abu Dhabi.
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Adair shines as Ireland edge first day of Test

Ireland have marginally the better of the first day of their one-off Test against Afghanistan in Abu Dhabi thanks to Mark Adair's maiden five-wicket haul.
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UAE minister for tolerance on dais, PM Modi talks of Ram temple

PM Modi, who calls himself a 'Bharat Mata' devotee, claimed on Wednesday that 140 crore Indians were his "aradhya dev" (God). After inaugurating the BAPS temple in Abu Dhabi, he commented, "I don't..
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'Golden chapter': UAE mandir has added to Ayodhya joy, says PM Modi

"UAE has written a golden chapter in human history. A beautiful and divine temple is being inaugurated here," " stated Prime Minister Narendra Modi, complimenting the Emirate's ruler on his efforts to..
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UAE: PM Modi inaugurates BAPS Mandir, first Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday inaugurated the majestic Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) Mandir, the first Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Upon his arrival at the..
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Sloganeering, traditional dances and sprinkling of Arabic at 'Ahlan Modi'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 'Ahlan Modi' event in Abu Dhabi, delivering his speech in Hindi and even speaking a few sentences in Arabic. The event symbolized Hindu-Muslim unity,..
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PM Modi was welcomed by UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The two leaders shook hands and hugged each other. PM Modi also received a guard of honour.
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"There is huge excitement, devotees from across world are coming": Priest ahead of BAPS temple inauguration

Ahead of the inauguration of the BAPS Hindu Temple in Abu Dhabi, priest Aksharvatsal Swami said that there is huge anticipation among the devotees and people from all across the world are coming here.
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Tory MP raises fresh questions over Abu Dhabi-backed Telegraph deal

A Conservative MP is urging ministers to extend a probe into the prospective takeover of The Daily Telegraph, warning that the Abu Dhabi-backed vehicle which wants to acquire it may already be exerting..
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Abu Dhabi-backed bidder to control sale of Telegraph if takeover is blocked

The Abu Dhabi-backed vehicle which has agreed to buy The Daily Telegraph believes it will control the newspaper's destiny even if its deal is blocked by regulators.
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Ireland to face Afghanistan in Test match in Abu Dhabi

Ireland's men's team will return to Test action next month when they face Afghanistan in Abu Dhabi.
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