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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) officially declared Eid Al Fitr holidays for workers in private sector. UAE Announces Eid Al Fitr 2024 Holiday The Ministry stated that from Monday, 29 Ramadan (8 April 2024) to 3 Shawwal, all private sector employees in the...

The UAE government declared a one-week holiday for its public sector workers on the occasion of Eid Al-Fitr 2024, starting from April 8 to April 14, 2024. UAE Announces Eid Al Fitr 2024 Holidays for Public Sector Federal government employees will enjoy a total of nine holidays, including the weekend,...

The UAE Fuel Price Committee has announced the petrol and diesel price for the month of April 2024. UAE Petrol and Diesel Price for April 2024 According to the announcement, petrol and diesel prices have seen another increase for the upcoming month. This is the fourth consecutive hike made by...

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) marked Sheikh Zayed Humanitarian Day by giving out over 600 free nol cards to needy families. These cards aren't just for transportation but can also be used to buy essentials at certain shops. RTA Gives 600 Pre-Loaded Free Nol Cards to Needy Families RTA...

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed the Ras Al Khor Road Widening Project, expanding it from 3 to 4 lanes in both directions over a 3-kilometer stretch. This development spans from the Bu Kadra intersection to the Al Khail Road intersection. Additionally, the collector roads for turns on...

Kuwait Updates Health Rules for Expatriates Kuwait has updated its health rules for expatriates living there. If a newcomer from another country wants to stay in Kuwait and gets a health test that shows uncertain results for hepatitis C, they can't take a PCR test. But if a resident expatriate...

Renewing your vehicle registration in the UAE is a fairly simple process and can be completed online via the UAE Pass Application. If your vehicle's registration is expired, you may want to get it renewed in time in order to avoid any fines and penalties. How to Renew Vehicle Registration...

Dubai will enforce a city-wide ban on single-use bags, including plastic and paper, starting June 1. Previously, businesses were required to charge 25-fils for single-use plastic bags. However, starting June 1, all single-use bags will be prohibited in retail stores across Dubai, with no obligation for stores to provide free...

The Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) declared that businesses on Al Reem Island won't have to pay fees for a commercial license until October 31. ADGM made this decision after talking with businesses on Al Reem Island to understand their needs and issues. They found that non-financial and retail businesses...

If you're planning to go for Umrah from the UAE, you can now get discounted train tickets to Mecca and Medina through the Haramain High-Speed Railway. During Ramadan, there's a special offer with up to a 50% discount on economy class tickets and a 30% discount on business class tickets....

The Ministry of Health and Prevention in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has made the influenza vaccine mandatory for Umrah and Hajj pilgrims. According to the details, the ministry has made it compulsory for all pilgrims traveling to Saudi Arabia for Umrah and Hajj rituals to receive all necessary vaccinations,...

Saudi Arabia has declared a four-day holiday for Eid Al Fitr starting on 8 April 2024 (Monday), for both public and private sector workers. This decision was confirmed by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development, granting most employees a relaxing time off from Monday until Saturday. Saudi Arabia...