Month : June 2024

Business

Remittances top $8bn as Pakistanis abroad embrace Roshan Digital Accounts

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The Roshan Digital Account (RDA) program continues to gain momentum, with a significant increase in both remittance inflows and account registrations. According to the State...

Sharjah

Sharjah gears up for Eid Al Adha prayers with 640 designated locations

adminJune 14, 2024June 14, 2024

by adminJune 14, 2024June 14, 20240

The Department of Islamic Affairs in Sharjah has announced the allocation of 640 musallas and mosques across the Emirate for Eid Al Adha prayers, continuing...

World

Over a million Muslims begin Hajj pilgrimage

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by adminJune 14, 2024June 14, 20240

Millions of Muslims have arrived in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, to embark on the Hajj pilgrimage. This year’s gathering comes amidst the ongoing conflict in Gaza...

UAE

Dubai ensures visa services availability during Eid Al Adha holidays

adminJune 14, 2024June 14, 2024

by adminJune 14, 2024June 14, 20240

Dubai’s General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) has announced that services related to residence visas and entry permits will remain available during the...

Sharjah

Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi commends AUS employees for their service

adminJune 13, 2024June 13, 2024

by adminJune 13, 2024June 13, 20240

Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, President of the American University of Sharjah (AUS), recently paid tribute to the dedication and loyalty of long-serving AUS...

Sharjah

Sharjah ruler issues decree establishing regulations for Al Dhaid University

adminJune 13, 2024June 13, 2024

by adminJune 13, 2024June 13, 20240

His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has issued a decree to establish regulations for the...

Business

Dollar deposits push Pakistan’s forex reserves higher

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Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves saw a small increase despite some withdrawals from banks, according to a recent report. The country’s total reserves rose by $16.8...

UAE

Pakistan’s brain drain: Over 230,000 professionals move to UAE

adminJune 13, 2024June 13, 2024

by adminJune 13, 2024June 13, 20240

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is proving to be a magnet for Pakistani professionals seeking better job prospects. Over 230,000 Pakistanis migrated to the UAE...

UAE

Why do Indian expats need life insurance right after moving to the Emirates?

adminJune 13, 2024June 13, 2024

by adminJune 13, 2024June 13, 20240

The demand for life insurance among non-resident Indians (NRIs) in the UAE is witnessing a significant rise, spurred by affordable premiums, attractive returns, promising economic...

Business

Latest update on gold prices in UAE

adminJune 13, 2024June 13, 2024

by adminJune 13, 2024June 13, 20240

Gold prices in Dubai started the day on a slightly downbeat note on Thursday, erasing some of Wednesday’s gains. The price of 24K gold, the...