$3 billion in Iranian assets were reportedly moved from Abu Dhabi to Tehran in a bid to reduce rising tensions with Israel. The transfer was carried out on a private Boeing 737, accompanied by a message urging Israel to temporarily halt military strikes. Mediation efforts by US intermediaries and Qatar coincided with ongoing fragile ceasefire discussions between the two nations. Flight and fund details
$3 billion in Iranian assets were reportedly moved from Abu Dhabi to Tehran in a bid to reduce rising tensions with Israel. The transfer was carried out on a private Boeing 737, accompanied by a message urging Israel to temporarily halt military strikes. Mediation efforts by US intermediaries and Qatar coincided with ongoing fragile ceasefire discussions between the two nations. Flight and fund details
Drone Strike Sparks Fire at Barakah Nuclear Plant A drone strike on May 17,2026 ignited a fire near the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in Abu Dhabi, officials confirmed, with no injuries reported and no impact on radiation levels. The incident occurred at an electrical generator outside the plant’s inner perimeter in the Al Dhafra Region. Precautionary measures were immediately implemented, and authorities assured that a
Drone Strike Sparks Fire at Barakah Nuclear Plant A drone strike on May 17,2026 ignited a fire near the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in Abu Dhabi, officials confirmed, with no injuries reported and no impact on radiation levels. The incident occurred at an electrical generator outside the plant’s inner perimeter in the Al Dhafra Region. Precautionary measures were immediately implemented, and authorities assured that a
Prime Minister Modi’s brief UAE visit on May 15, 2026, focuses on securing oil, LPG, and trade deals to stabilize India’s economy amid West Asia tensions. The trip aims to protect citizens from rising fuel prices and strengthen strategic energy partnerships. Modi’s UAE Visit: A Crucial Energy Mission On May 15, 2026, Indian citizens witnessed a sudden petrol and diesel pri
Prime Minister Modi’s brief UAE visit on May 15, 2026, focuses on securing oil, LPG, and trade deals to stabilize India’s economy amid West Asia tensions. The trip aims to protect citizens from rising fuel prices and strengthen strategic energy partnerships. Modi’s UAE Visit: A Crucial Energy Mission On May 15, 2026, Indian citizens witnessed a sudden petrol and diesel pri
The UAE will exit OPEC on May 1 after nearly six decades, aiming for greater control over oil production and energy strategy. The move may weaken OPEC’s influence, raise concerns about supply coordination, and reshape global oil market dynamics. UAE to exit OPEC, signaling shift in global oil power balance is set to take effect May 1, marking a major change in the structure of global energy coordination. The decision reflects Abu Dhabi’s broader strategy to gai
The UAE will exit OPEC on May 1 after nearly six decades, aiming for greater control over oil production and energy strategy. The move may weaken OPEC’s influence, raise concerns about supply coordination, and reshape global oil market dynamics. UAE to exit OPEC, signaling shift in global oil power balance is set to take effect May 1, marking a major change in the structure of global energy coordination. The decision reflects Abu Dhabi’s broader strategy to gai
ABU DHABI — March 26, 2026 (Thursday): An Indian national was among two people killed on Thursday, March 26, 2026, in Abu Dhabi after debris from a missile interception struck the city. The second victim was a Pakistani citizen, while three others — including another Indian national and a Jordanian — were injured. The incident occurred on Sweihan Street, where debris fell following the successful interception of a ballistic
ABU DHABI — March 26, 2026 (Thursday): An Indian national was among two people killed on Thursday, March 26, 2026, in Abu Dhabi after debris from a missile interception struck the city. The second victim was a Pakistani citizen, while three others — including another Indian national and a Jordanian — were injured. The incident occurred on Sweihan Street, where debris fell following the successful interception of a ballistic
Iran launched a large-scale counter-attack targeting United States military bases across the Middle East, with several strikes also reported in the United Arab Emirates, triggering panic in major cities including Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Explosions were heard in multiple locations on Saturday, prompting emergency responses and heightened security across the Gulf region. Authorities confirmed that precautionary evacuations were carried out in several high-profile locations, including the Burj Khalifa
Iran launched a large-scale counter-attack targeting United States military bases across the Middle East, with several strikes also reported in the United Arab Emirates, triggering panic in major cities including Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Explosions were heard in multiple locations on Saturday, prompting emergency responses and heightened security across the Gulf region. Authorities confirmed that precautionary evacuations were carried out in several high-profile locations, including the Burj Khalifa
Russia, Ukraine, and the United States are set to resume trilateral negotiations aimed at ending the prolonged war in Ukraine, with the next round of talks scheduled to take place in Abu Dhabi on February 1. The development comes after the first round of discussions held last weekend failed to deliver a breakthrough, highlighting the deep divisions and complexity surrounding the conflict. Despite the absence of immediate results, the decision to continue talks reflects a shared understanding amo
Russia, Ukraine, and the United States are set to resume trilateral negotiations aimed at ending the prolonged war in Ukraine, with the next round of talks scheduled to take place in Abu Dhabi on February 1. The development comes after the first round of discussions held last weekend failed to deliver a breakthrough, highlighting the deep divisions and complexity surrounding the conflict. Despite the absence of immediate results, the decision to continue talks reflects a shared understanding amo
U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll held discussions with Russian officials in Abu Dhabi on Monday, according to a U.S. official familiar with the matter, marking the latest attempt by the Trump administration to revive momentum toward a negotiated settlement in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. The meetings were described as part of a broader diplomatic effort aimed at narrowing longstanding divisions between Moscow and Kyiv, which have intensified despite repeated international appeals for de-es
U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll held discussions with Russian officials in Abu Dhabi on Monday, according to a U.S. official familiar with the matter, marking the latest attempt by the Trump administration to revive momentum toward a negotiated settlement in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. The meetings were described as part of a broader diplomatic effort aimed at narrowing longstanding divisions between Moscow and Kyiv, which have intensified despite repeated international appeals for de-es
Four schools from India have been named among the top 10 global finalists for the 2025 World's Best School Prizes, hosted by UK-based T4 Education. These annual awards celebrate schools making extraordinary contributions in education, innovation, health, environment, and community development. This year's Indian finalists represent the states of Haryana, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Uttar Pradesh, each standing out in one of the five prize categories.
Four schools from India have been named among the top 10 global finalists for the 2025 World's Best School Prizes, hosted by UK-based T4 Education. These annual awards celebrate schools making extraordinary contributions in education, innovation, health, environment, and community development. This year's Indian finalists represent the states of Haryana, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Uttar Pradesh, each standing out in one of the five prize categories.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has launched a scathing attack on the Samajwadi Party (SP) following controversial remarks by its Maharashtra leader Abu Azmi, who praised Mughal ruler Aurangzeb. In a heated debate in the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council, Adityanath accused SP of supporting a historical figure known for persecuting India's faith and culture. Calling for Azmi’s immediate expulsion, he challenged SP’s silence on the matter and demanded that the part
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has launched a scathing attack on the Samajwadi Party (SP) following controversial remarks by its Maharashtra leader Abu Azmi, who praised Mughal ruler Aurangzeb. In a heated debate in the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council, Adityanath accused SP of supporting a historical figure known for persecuting India's faith and culture. Calling for Azmi’s immediate expulsion, he challenged SP’s silence on the matter and demanded that the part