Author: Editorial team
DUBAI, 14th October, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the UAE Olympic Committee, received the UAE athletes who won medals at the 20th Asian Games, which recently concluded in Japan. The 2026 Asian Games in Aichi–Nagoya saw the UAE finish 13th in the overall medal standings and second among Arab nations, achieving the best ranking in its history since it first participated in the Games during the 1978 edition in Bangkok. The UAE secured 13 medals, including its first-ever haul of seven gold medals at the continental event, bringing its cumulative tally…
OMODA & JAECOO recorded a 123% year-on-year increase in global vehicle sales in September 2026, driven largely by growing demand for electrified models, as the company prepares to unveil the all-new OMODA X crossover on October 20. The announcement comes as the brand continues its international expansion, including in the UAE, where cumulative vehicle deliveries surpassed 6,000. NEV sales reached 53,957 units during the month, representing a 184% increase compared with September 2025. The figures reflect the company’s growing emphasis on electrification as manufacturers respond to changing customer preferences for fuel efficiency, driving range and advanced vehicle technology. European markets…
ABU DHABI, 15th October, 2026 (WAM) — Aldar on Thursday announced an AED1.1 billion forward purchase agreement with Arada for three residential blocks comprising over 1,100 units across nine buildings in Aljada, Sharjah’s flagship mixed-use master development. The transaction marks Aldar’s first real estate investment in the emirate and expands its develop-to-hold pipeline to AED21 billion. The transaction will add more than 1,100 units to Aldar’s portfolio, with the assets to be delivered by Arada in Q4 2029. Building on the recently announced AED15 billion development partnership between Aldar and Arada, the transaction provides Aldar with access to Sharjah’s large…
The three-day programme will bring together healthcare leaders, clinicians and innovators to explore the future of healthcare Published: Thu 15 Oct 2026, 8:28 AM Mediclinic Middle East will participate as a strategic partner in the Abu Dhabi Future Health Summit 2026, taking place from October 20–22 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. The event will bring together healthcare leaders, clinicians, innovators and partners to explore the future of healthcare. In alignment with the Summit’s theme, “To Sense Is To Predict”, Mediclinic Middle East’s three-day programme will explore how advances in research, data, technology and innovation can support earlier prediction and proactive…
FREELANDER will showcase FREELANDER 8 at the 2026 Chery International User Summit, hosted by Chery Auto at its global headquarters in Wuhu, China, next week. Following its Global Brand Launch in Abu Dhabi on 29th September 2026, where the UAE was confirmed as its first international market, the brand will present how British design heritage and intelligent technology come together in its first strategic model. Held under the theme “ECO-TECH FOR OUR FUTURE LIFE”, the Summit will bring together users, media and ecosystem partners from around the world. Centred on technology, ecosystem and convergence, it will showcase green tech and…
The Abu Dhabi Commercial Court of First Instance has ruled that a young man must pay AED122,973 to an insurance company as reimbursement for amounts it paid following a traffic accident he caused while driving under the influence of alcohol. The accident resulted in damage to public property and injuries to a passenger. The payments made by the insurer covered compensation for damages as well as ambulance and medical transport costs for the injured person. The insurance company filed a lawsuit against the young man, seeking AED122,973, along with legal interest of 5% per annum from the date the case…
The UAE economy is projected to grow by approximately 10 per cent in 2027, accelerating from an expected 1.6 per cent in 2026, supported by economic diversification, infrastructure investment and increased oil production capacity, according to the Governor of the Central Bank of the UAE.Khaled Mohamed Balama, Governor of the Central Bank of the UAE and the UAE’s Governor at the International Monetary Fund (IMF), said the country’s economic outlook remains positive despite regional geopolitical challenges and heightened global uncertainty.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.Speaking at a high-level meeting of central bank governors…
Actor Imran Khan has been asked to leave India by the Mumbai Police after he was detained while protesting for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Khan received a Leave India Notice after he was seen protesting despite being an American, according to Indian media reports. Mumbai Police said in a notice: “A Leave India Notice (LIN) has been issued to actor Imran Khan, who is the nephew of actor Aamir Khan. As per the notice, he has been told to leave the country by October 28.” Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on…
Dubai: Supporting the Dubai Cashless Strategy and complementing its efforts to enhance the integration of customs services and digital payments, Dubai Customs has announced that its cashless payment transaction rate reached 99.3% of total payment transactions during the first half of 2026, compared with 99.4% in 2025 and 99.2% in 2024.The results reflect the continued development of the organisation’s digital infrastructure, the efficiency of its electronic payment systems, and its commitment to providing a seamless and secure customer experience. These efforts contribute to improving the ease of doing business, supporting a more efficient, innovative and sustainable economy, and reinforcing Dubai’s…
Dubai: The managers of two hotels confirmed that the ‘Book now and pay on arrival’ option does not exempt customers from the obligations associated with the booking. They explained that this option allows postponing payment of the accommodation value until the arrival date, but it remains subject to the cancellation and no-show conditions that the customer agrees to when completing the booking. They pointed out that providing bank card details guarantees the reservation, according to the applicable terms and conditions, and may allow the hotel to collect late cancellation or no-show fees, even if the customer has not paid for…