Giving some figures about the number of Indians who have received a pardon in recent times, thanks to Delhi’s successful global diplomacy, an Akashvani (aka All-India Radio) news report said that in 2024, “UAE pardoned 944 Indian prisoners ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr and UAE National Day [on December 2]”.
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Indian woman Shahzadi Khan executed in Abu Dhabi for ‘murder’ of employer’s baby; family informed 2 weeks after execution
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs said that the Indian Embassy had provided all possible legal assistance to Shahzadi Khan, including sending mercy petitions and pardon requests to the UAE Government.
UAE introduces first licensed lottery with prize money equivalent to USD 27.2 million
UAE launches first licenced lottery.
BAPS Hindu Temple in Abu Dhabi wins Best Cultural Project awards
UAE’s BAPS Hindu Temple in Abu Dhabi wins Best Cultural Project awards.
UAE unveils new visa-on-arrival policy for Indian visitors. Check all details
UAE government announces new visa-on-arrival policy for Indian travelers
Dubai Princess Sheikha Mahra announces divorce from husband Sheikh Mana on Instagram
Sheikha Mahra, daughter of the Ruler of Dubai, has announced that she is divorcing her husband by posting officially on Instagram. The couple has one child.
Indian-origin social worker Ashraf Thamarassery honoured with UAE golden visa
Ashraf Thamarassery receives UAE golden visa
Emirates Group’s record profit for FY24 translates to 5-month bonus pay for employees in May
HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, congratulated the Emirates Group, of which the largest operation is Emirates airline.
Dubai Airport recovers from flood of the century, resumes full-capacity operations
Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports, said that since April 22, ahead of its recovery schedule, DXB had returned to its normal flight schedule and was back to operating around 1,400 flight movements a day.
Cataclysmic UAE weather: Dubai airport flooded, Al Ain road turns into waterfall
A Dubai-headquartered publication reported large-scale flight cancellations by the UAE’s full-service flagship carriers Emirates and Etihad, and the popular budget airline flydubai.
