Author: Editorial team
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has opened its Class 12 verification and re-evaluation portal after a brief one-day delay, allowing students to review their scanned answer sheets and raise concerns about their results. The process is particularly significant for students in the UAE and other CBSE-affiliated schools in the Gulf, as most students were able to appear for only two to three exams in person due to disruptions caused by regional tensions at the time. It also comes amid growing discussions around CBSE’s On-Screen Marking (OSM) system, with several students and parents raising concerns about evaluation accuracy and…
DUBAI, 2nd June, 2026 (WAM) — Allied World Assurance Company Holdings, Ltd (Allied World), a global provider of insurance and reinsurance solutions, on Tuesday opened a new regional office in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). This local presence will allow Allied World to offer its insurance expertise directly to clients across the Middle East. “Establishing a regional office in Dubai marks a key milestone in our global growth strategy, giving us greater access to brokers and clients throughout the region. With our international experience and strong technical capabilities, Allied World is well-positioned to support the evolving needs of businesses in…
ABU DHABI, 2nd June, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has received Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). During the meeting, held in Abu Dhabi, the two sides discussed the repercussions of the unprovoked terrorist attacks carried out by Iran against civilian sites and facilities in the UAE using missiles and drones, and the threat they pose to regional security and stability, as well as their implications for international maritime navigation, energy supplies and the global economy. The discussions also addressed the heinous…
UAE residents can expect a generally fair weather conditions on Wednesday, June 3, the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) said. Temperatures will remain hot across the country on Wednesday, with parts of Abu Dhabi forecast to reach a scorching 47ºC. Al Quaa, Gasyoura, and Mezaira are expected to see highs of 47ºC. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Meanwhile, Dubai and Abu Dhabi residents can expect comparatively milder conditions, with daytime highs of around 39ºC. Overnight, temperatures are set to ease to 29ºC in Abu Dhabi and 30ºC in Dubai. Light to moderate…
AJMAN, 2nd June, 2026 (WAM) — Ajman Chamber participated in the China Franchise Expo and the World Franchise Council Annual Meeting 2026, held in Beijing, China, from 27th to 31st May. The chamber was represented by Maher Tarish Al Alili, Board Member of Ajman Chamber and Vice President of the Emirates Association for Franchise Development (FAD). The global exhibition and annual meeting brought together 47 members representing 47 countries, alongside business leaders, government officials, major international companies, investors, franchise organisations, franchise developers, consultants, and providers of specialised solutions and services. Al Alili said the chamber’s participation reflects its commitment to…
ABU DHABI, 2nd June, 2026 (WAM) — Rafael Mariano Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), commended the United Arab Emirates’ experience in developing an integrated peaceful nuclear energy programme founded on the highest standards of safety, transparency, and international cooperation, underscoring the importance of continued collaboration to strengthen nuclear safety and security and support the peaceful uses of nuclear energy. The remarks were made during an official visit by the IAEA Director General to the UAE, which included a tour of the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant, accompanied by Hamad Al Kaabi, Deputy Chairman of the Board…
[Editor’s Note: Follow the Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments with the US-Israel-Iran ceasefire now in effect.] The UAE’s Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant passed a “test by fire” following the May 17 attack that disrupted external power infrastructure connected to the facility, according to the head of the UN nuclear watchdog. He praised plant operators for their response and stressed that there was never any radiological emergency. Speaking after visiting the Barakah plant on Tuesday, Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), said he travelled to the UAE following the incident to assess the situation…
Amid an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and a few other countries, the UAE health ministry has issued an advisory to residents, warning against misinformation on the disease. Authorities in the UAE — namely the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) and the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) — have reassured the public that the public health situation in the UAE remains stable. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Residents have been advised not to travel to three Ebola-hit countries, Uganda, Democratic Republic of Congo, and South…
ABU DHABI, 2nd June, 2026 (WAM) — AD Ports Group (ADX: ADPORTS) today acquired Corredor Logística e Infraestrutura (CLI), Brazil’s leading independent agri-bulk port terminal operator, entering the South American market with a strategically major expansion transaction. São Paulo-based CLI operates two of Brazil’s most important agri-bulk export terminals under long-term concessions: CLI Sul, Brazil’s leading sugar export terminal and key export terminal for corn and soybeans, located in the Port of Santos; and CLI Norte, another key grains gateway at the Port of Itaqui, which is part of the Brazilian ‘Arc of the North’, an essential geographical region encompassing…
ABU DHABI, 2nd June, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Federation has announced that Round 4 of the Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship (Gi) will take place from June 5 to 7 at Mubadala Arena in Abu Dhabi. The championship continues to play an important role in strengthening Abu Dhabi’s position as a global hub for jiu-jitsu while providing athletes with valuable opportunities to compete and progress through the sport. The round comes at a crucial stage of the season, with clubs looking to earn points and improve their positions in the overall standings.…