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Abu Dhabi rolled out a free visa pilot scheme for Indian travellers after identifying rising travel costs emerging as the biggest obstacle facing Indian households looking to visit the emirate, a senior tourism official said at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026.Abdulla Yousuf, director of international operations at the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), said the decision followed direct feedback from Indian trade partners during a senior-level visit to Abu Dhabi in May.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.Yousuf said the visit was organised to show the world that…
Zendaya attended the 2026 Emmy Awards as a nominee, with Tom Holland joining her inside the ceremony for his first time at the awards.The 30-year-old actress was nominated for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for her performance as Rue Bennett in Euphoria, putting her in contention for her third win in the category.Zendaya previously won the award in 2020 and 2022, becoming the youngest two-time winner in the category. This year, however, the award went to Rhea Seehorn for Pluribus.Tom was not nominated at this year’s ceremony but was spotted sitting alongside Zendaya inside the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles,…
England’s white-ball head coach Brendon McCullum said he wants newly-appointed mentor Kevin Pietersen to shake things up and has encouraged the former Ashes and Twenty20 World Cup-winning batter to speak up if he has ideas on how to improve the side.Pietersen was appointed last week and joined the coaching staff ahead of the series against Sri Lanka, with his involvement extending through a busy period culminating in next year’s one-day international World Cup.”He’s obviously got an incredible pedigree as a player and a lot of guys grew up idolising Kev. He’s brought a ton of energy to the setup within…
ABU DHABI, 15th September, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, received a phone call from João Manuel Lourenço, President of the Republic of Angola. They discussed strengthening bilateral relations, cooperation and joint action, particularly in the economic, investment and development fields, within the framework of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership between the two countries, to advance their mutual interests and benefit their peoples. During the call, His Highness Sheikh Mansour conveyed the greetings of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to President…
AJMAN, 15th September, 2026 (WAM) — Eng. Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Muwaiji, Chairman of the Ajman Chamber, received Tareq Ahmed, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh to the UAE, to discuss prospects for economic cooperation, increasing trade exchange, and strengthening partnerships between the business communities in Ajman and Bangladesh. The meeting, held at the Ajman Chamber’s headquarters, was attended by Mohammed Khalifa bin Salmeen Al Aryani, Board Member of the Ajman Chamber, Aisha Al Khatri, Head of the Asset Investment Department at the Ajman Chamber, and Tawheed Imam, Counselor at the Embassy of Bangladesh. Al Muwaiji emphasised the importance…
Unveiled in Riyadh, the new factory-customised flagship combines premium comfort, advanced technology and all-terrain capability as Jetour UAE prepares for its arrival in the Emirates Published: Tue 15 Sept 2026, 9:58 AM Jetour has marked the regional debut of the new G700 TopFire in Saudi Arabia, introducing a more performance- and adventure-focused interpretation of its flagship G700 SUV ahead of the model’s upcoming arrival in the UAE through Elite Group Holding, Jetour’s exclusive partner in the country. The G700 TopFire was officially unveiled on August 27 at Nofa Riyadh during a regional gathering that brought together Jetour owners, club representatives…
ABU DHABI, 15th September, 2026 (WAM) — TRENDS Group for the second consecutive day is continuing its activities as part of its participation in the 35th edition of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2026. The Group’s pavilion continues to welcome visitors, introducing them to its new corporate identity and offering the opportunity to explore more than 500 diverse research publications, along with its latest knowledge projects and initiatives. The Group’s pavilion, designed to distinctive technical specifications and a unique visual identity, is attracting considerable interest from fair visitors. It is drawing cultural and knowledge enthusiasts into an atmosphere that…
ABU DHABI, 15th September, 2026 (WAM) — A delegation from the Ministry of Interior, headed by Major General Dr. Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi, Inspector General of the Ministry of Interior, participated in the 2026 Global Public Security Cooperation Forum, held in Lianyungang, China. The forum brought together more than 2,000 participants from over 180 countries, including government officials, security leaders, and representatives of countries and international organisations. The Ministry’s participation reflects its commitment to stepping up international security cooperation, exchanging expertise and experience, learning about the latest practices in public security and policing, and expanding opportunities for cooperation and knowledge…
Giving savers the chance to win Dh1 million and a Tesla car every monthPublished: Tue 15 Sept 2026, 10:36 AM DIB, the world’s leading Islamic financial group and the largest Islamic bank in the UAE, has announced the launch of the DIB Millionaire Account, an innovative savings proposition designed to encourage disciplined saving while creating meaningful opportunities for customers to win life-changing rewards.Aligned with the UAE’s vision for a financially resilient and empowered society, the newly introduced account marks DIB’s ongoing commitment to promote responsible financial planning through innovative shariah-compliant solutions, while delivering greater value to customers to progress towards…
For several years, Hollywood awards bodies have faced sustained scrutiny over who is recognised — and who is overlooked — when trophies are handed out. From #OscarsSoWhite to repeated conversations around representation at the Emmys, critics have argued that diverse casts and stories have not always been matched by equally diverse nomination lists or winners’ circles. That debate has returned to the spotlight following the 2026 Primetime Emmy Awards, where no actor of colour won across any of the 12 lead and supporting acting categories. It marked the first time in five years that the major performance awards went entirely to…