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Dubai welcomed around 7 million visitors and recorded 21 million hotel room bookings in the first eight months of 2026: Sheikh MohammedDubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, said Dubai welcomed around seven million tourists during the first eight months of 2026 and recorded 21 million hotel room bookings over the same period.The remarks came during his visit to the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 exhibition, which is being held with the participation of 80 countries.Sheikh Mohammed said tourism authorities, airlines, global hospitality brands and technology…
India’s eastern state of Odisha has attracted investment proposals worth $25.44 billion (Rs2.43 trillion) during a three-day outreach programme in the UAE, underscoring growing interest among Gulf investors in India’s manufacturing, logistics and energy sectors.The delegation, led by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, secured 24 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and investment intent agreements with a potential to generate more than 618,000 jobs. The programme included 52 one-to-one investor meetings and roundtable discussions in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, bringing together sovereign investors, business leaders and institutional stakeholders.The investment push comes as Indian states compete to attract foreign capital into manufacturing and…
Diljit Dosanjh has officially taken Punjabi music to one of the world’s biggest stages.The singer-actor made history on September 12 as the first Punjabi artist to headline London’s iconic Wembley Stadium, performing in front of a reported 90,000-plus fans on a night that felt bigger than just a concert.It was a full-scale celebration of Punjabi music and culture under the famous Wembley arch for Dosanjh, who’s become known for opening his shows with the now-famous call, “Punjabi aa gaye oye!” (Punjabis are here).Fans reportedly arrived in colourful traditional outfits, with many embracing the cultural spirit of the evening through free…
The trophy controversy may have overshadowed India’s emphatic win over Sri Lanka in the Women’s T20 Asia Cup final, but this Indian team is simply outstanding.They have wonderful stroke-makers and a superb bowling attack. With a bit more work in the fielding department, the Harmanpreet Kaur-led team could seriously threaten Australia, the world’s best women’s team, in every World Cup.The 72-run win at Dubai International Stadium on Sunday earned India a record-extending eighth Asia Cup title.Riding on brilliant half-centuries from openers Smriti Mandhana (59) and Shafali Verma (68), India made an imposing 183 for five.In reply, Sri Lanka were bowled…
HOCKENHEIM, Germany, 14th September, 2026 (WAM) — Emirati racing driver Rashid Al Dhaheri has capped an impressive 2026 FIA Formula Regional European Championship campaign with a podium finish at Hockenheim, taking third place in the penultimate race of the season and securing his eighth podium of the year. The 18-year-old Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team Junior Driver concluded the championship fourth overall, following a season in which he claimed three victories, eight podiums, one pole position and a fastest lap, while also becoming the first Emirati driver to lead the FIA Formula Regional European Championship standings. Al Dhaheri represented the UAE…
Largest edition to date will feature more than 175 sessions and eight specialised forums bringing together regional and international media leaders Dubai: The 24th Arab Media Summit will begin in Dubai on Tuesday under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council. The summit, the largest edition in its history, will run until September 17 at the Dubai World…
Alain Penel, Regional Vice President of the Middle East Region, Fortinet, outlines how organisations can prepare themselves for AI-powered cyberattacks and automated threats in this exclusive interview. What key cybersecurity innovations and solutions will Fortinet showcase at GISEC Global 2026? GISEC Global is a valuable opportunity to demonstrate how organisations can simplify cybersecurity while keeping pace with rapid digital transformation. This year, Fortinet will showcase innovations across AI-powered Security Operations (SecOps), Sovereign SASE, and advanced threat protection, with a focus on helping customers securely navigate increasingly complex digital environments. A key theme is the use of AI to enhance security…
800-horsepower supercar hits 100km/h in 2.8 seconds and will patrol key tourist areas across Dubai Dubai: Dubai Police has added the “Mansory Ferrari 812 Superfast,” modified by Mansory Company, to its fleet of luxury patrols, marking the fifth collaboration between the two parties in the field of luxury sports cars. Brigadier Omar Ali Al Shehhi, Assistant Director-General of the General Department of Criminal Investigation for Criminal Security Affairs, unveiled the vehicle during the first day of the Arabian Travel Market at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The event was attended by Colonel Mohammed Abdul Rahman, Director of the Tourist Police…
VIENNA, 14th September, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates is taking part in the 70th Regular Session of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) General Conference, being held in Vienna from 14th to 18th September 2026. Hamad Al Kaabi, Director-General of the Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR), is leading the UAE delegation, which includes representatives from FANR, the Emirates Nuclear Energy Company and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The UAE’s participation highlights its commitment to the safe, secure and peaceful uses of nuclear energy and marks 50 years since the country joined the IAEA in 1976. The delegation…
The weather in UAE will be fair to partly cloudy on Tuesday, September 15, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). Clouds are set to appear eastward and southward by afternoon. These clouds may be convective, which are associated with rainfall. It will be humid by night and Wednesday morning over some coastal areas, with a chance of mist. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Light to moderate winds will blow from the Southeast to the Northeast. The wind speeds will range between 10 km/hr and 25 km/hr in general, but may…