Author: Editorial team
ABU DHABI, 1st April, 2026 (WAM) — ADNOC Distribution on Wednesday announced shareholder approval of all agenda items at its Annual General Assembly Meeting (AGM), including the approval of a final cash dividend of $350 million (AED1.28 billion), equivalent to 10.285 fils per share, for the second half of 2025 to be distributed in April 2026. Recent regional developments have not had a material impact on ADNOC Distribution’s operations, financial position or liquidity. The company continues to operate its nationwide service station network and international footprint safely and reliably, with well‑established business continuity and contingency plans in place. ADNOC Distribution…
SHARJAH, 31st March, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Police, through the General Directorate of Safety and Prevention, will participate in the third edition of the Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Conference organised by Sharjah National Oil Corporation. The event begins on Wednesday and will last for two days at the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre. The participation demonstrates Sharjah Police’s dedication to supporting specialised initiatives centred on safety, health, and environmental standards, while enhancing collaboration with government bodies and the private sector. These efforts seek to promote best preventive practices and increase institutional awareness of the importance of implementing…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] An expat has been killed in an incident involving falling debris on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. A successful interception of a drone by UAE air defence forces resulted in debris falling on a farm in Fujairah. The incident resulted in the death of a Bangladeshi expat. This brings the total death toll in the UAE since the beginning of the US-Israel-Iran war to 12. Most of the fatalities have been caused by falling debris after interceptions. Among the deceased were two members of the armed forces who…