Two passenger jets from low-cost carrier FlyDubai and Bahrain-based Gulf Air were reportedly involved in a ‘minor collision’ on the taxiway at Dubai International Airport early today morning, and it was reported that no injuries occurred.
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UAE clocks 1,529 fresh COVID cases, two fatalities; carriers extend flight suspensions from Asian, African countries
The UAE reported 1,529 new COVID infections, two deaths and 1,504 recoveries, the Ministry of Health and Prevention said. Air carriers also announced an extension on flight suspensions from several Asian and African countries.
Heavy rain lashes central and eastern UAE
Unsettled weather hit the UAE’s east and more rain is forecast for the weekend. The National Centre of Meteorology yesterday reported torrential rain hitting Suhaila in Sharjah, Dubai’s Hatta and parts of the Fujairah coast.
Dubai’s free zone signs up 1,230 companies for best six-month finish
The Dubai free zone Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) has licensed an additional 1,230 businesses to operate from the hub after it finished its best first six months since 2013.
Etihad, Emirates announce suspension of Saudi Arabia flights
In a bid to curb the spread of COVID-19 strains, the Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways and Dubai’s Emirates said that the UAE airlines have suspended flights to and from Saudi Arabia starting yesterday until further notice.
United Arab Emirates restricts citizens’ visits to 14 nations
United Arab Emirates has barred its citizens from visiting 14 countries which the authorities had earlier suspended the entry of travellers as a precautionary measure against COVID.
Indian expat Dr SPS Oberoi sole passenger on Air India Dubai-Amritsar flight
SP Singh Oberoi, a UAE-based Indian businessman and philanthropist, was the sole passenger on Air India flight (AI929) from Dubai in the UAE to Amritsar in Punjab.
COVID cases in Dubai spiking as authorities clamp down but refuse to lockdown
COVID cases in Dubai spiking as authorities clamp down but refuse to lockdown
Dubai implements new COVID-19 restrictions amid increase in cases
All international tourists as well as UAE residents will have to produce negative RT-PCR tests before being permitted to travel.
Emirates and Etihad suspend flights following UK’s travel ban on UAE, Burundi and Rwanda
Emirates and Etihad suspend flights following UK’s travel ban on UAE, Burundi and Rwanda