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Virat Kohli hit a brilliant 74 to lead India to a five-wicket win over New Zealand in their first one-day international at Auckland’s Eden Park on Wednesday.The veteran right-hander hit his 80th ODI fifty off just 35 balls, showing his enduring class on a night when no other batsman was able to flourish.In a rain-affected match, India chased down a reduced 143 for victory with 56 balls remaining after New Zealand stuttered to 185 all out in the first innings, taking a 1-0 lead in the five-game series.Kohli, who turns 38 on Thursday, strode to the middle at the end…

ABU DHABI, 4th November, 2026 (WAM) — Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC), discussed ways to strengthen parliamentary relations, coordination and the exchange of expertise with Marcos Perestrello, President of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly. The discussions took place during a meeting at the FNC headquarters in Abu Dhabi, where Ghobash received Perestrello and an accompanying parliamentary delegation. Both sides stressed the importance of strengthening parliamentary communication through reciprocal visits, regular meetings and dialogue on issues of common interest. Ghobash expressed appreciation for the NATO Parliamentary Assembly’s interest in strengthening ties with the FNC, highlighting the role of…

ABU DHABI, 4th November, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI) and the General Administration of Abu Dhabi Customs signed a service level agreement (SLA) to streamline approvals for imports of restricted hazardous petroleum materials through electronic integration and data exchange. Signed on the sidelines of the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC 2026), the agreement aims to improve customs efficiency and oversight. The signing ceremony was attended by Eng. Sharif Al Olama, Undersecretary for Energy and Petroleum Affairs at MoEI, and Obaid Musallam Al Ameri, Acting Director-General of Abu Dhabi Customs, alongside officials from…

UAE consumers are increasingly locking in gold prices ahead of Dhanteras on Friday, November 6, jewellers say, as volatile rates push buyers to plan purchases earlier than usual.In the UAE, 24K and 22K gold prices were trading at Dh484 and Dh448.25 per gram, respectively, on Wednesday morning. The 24K gold rate had dropped to Dh467 per gram over the weekend, prompting UAE residents to lock in prices offered by leading jewellers ahead of the festival.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.Chirag Vora, managing director and CEO of Bafleh Jewellers, said customers are growing more…

FUZHOU, China, 4th November, 2026 (WAM) — The Emirates News Agency (WAM) participated in the 4th Council Meeting of the Belt and Road News Network (BRNN), held on Tuesday in Fuzhou, China’s Fujian Province, bringing together representatives of 38 member media organisations from 23 countries to discuss strengthening media cooperation, news exchange and knowledge-sharing. China’s People’s Daily, which chairs the Council, presented the third Council’s work report, outlining progress made since its formation in August 2024 and efforts to strengthen partnerships and expand media cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative. Representing WAM, Omar Al Zeyoudi, Director of the Central…

The romantic drama series The Royals is set to return with its second season, with filming officially underway and the original cast, including Ishaan Khatter, Zeenat Aman and Sakshi Tanwar, reprising their roles.The makers announced on Tuesday that the series will return with more romance, family drama, rivalries and unexpected twists, according to the press relaese.Along with Ishaan Khatter, Zeenat Aman and Sakshi Tanwar, Vihaan Samat and Kavya Trehan will also reprise their respective roles in the upcoming season.Directors Nitya Mehra and Tanuj Chopra will helm the new season, while new characters are also expected to join the royal family,…

Cathelco®, owned by Evac Oy and part of the Finland-based Evac Group, is presenting its state-of-the-art marine protection, water, and waste management solutions at ADIPEC 2026, taking place from 2 to 5 November at ADNEC, Hall 15, Stand 15037. Visitors can discover technologies that help ship owners, operators, and offshore companies protect vessels, cut fuel consumption, and optimize onboard resources. Celebrating its 70th anniversary in 2026, Cathelco was founded in 1956 in the UK and installed its first Marine Growth Prevention System (MGPS) on a Royal Navy submarine in 1963. Today, Cathelco’s systems protect over 20,000 vessels worldwide and are…

Manchester United fought back from two goals down to beat Roma 3-2 in the Champions League on Tuesday to hand beleaguered manager Michael Carrick a reprieve, while holders Paris Saint-Germain continued their perfect start in the competition by hitting Villarreal for six.Looking set for another abject defeat when two behind within 18 minutes through a smart Mathias Soule finish and Donyell Malen’s penalty, United staged a thrilling comeback in the second half to turn a poisonous atmosphere at Old Trafford to one of joy.Matheus Cunha, who was sent off in stoppage time, saved the day for United with a brace…

ABU DHABI, 4th November, 2026 (WAM) — Rod Solaimani, Policy and Partnerships Lead for MENA and Central Asia at OpenAI, said the company’s partnership with the UAE was the result of nearly three years of strategic cooperation aimed at developing artificial intelligence infrastructure and expanding the technology’s use across key sectors. In statements to the Emirates News Agency (WAM), Solaimani said discussions between OpenAI executives and UAE officials began in 2023, focusing on whether sufficient computing chips and energy would be available to meet growing demand for AI and which countries had the vision and capabilities to deploy the technology…

ABU DHABI, 4th November, 2026 (WAM) — Sheikh Zayed bin Hamad bin Hamdan Al Nahyan, Chairman of the National Drug Enforcement Authority, visited the headquarters of EDGE Group, one of the world’s leading advanced technology and defence companies, where he was received by Hamad Al Marar, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of EDGE Group, and several officials. During the visit, Sheikh Zayed was briefed on the Group’s strategic vision, its achievements in developing advanced national capabilities and its expanding presence in regional and international markets. He also learned about the latest defence and intelligent systems, surveillance and monitoring technologies,…