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Indian pacer Kranti Gaud has been fined 10 per cent of her match fee for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct during the Women’s Asia Cup final against Sri Lanka in Dubai on Sunday. One demerit point was also added to her disciplinary record; it is the first offence in a 24-month period for Gaud, according to a ICC media release.Gaud was found to have breached Article 2.5 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which relates to “using language, actions or gestures which disparage, or which could provoke an aggressive reaction from a batter…

SHARJAH, 14th September, 2026 (WAM) — As part of the Child Safety Organisation’s efforts to advance an integrated framework for protecting children, Kanaf Centre has adopted the Safe Ultra System, a specialised technology designed for child forensic examination rooms. It enables medical teams to identify signs of physical injury with high accuracy, including marks that may not be visible to the naked eye. The development strengthens the documentation of cases through scientifically robust methods that assist legal proceedings and safeguard children’s rights. Kanaf is the first centre in the UAE and wider Middle East to incorporate the upgraded version into…

VIENNA, 14th September, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates is taking part in the 70th Regular Session of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) General Conference, being held in Vienna from 14th to 18th September 2026. Hamad Al Kaabi, Director-General of the Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR), is leading the UAE delegation, which includes representatives from FANR, the Emirates Nuclear Energy Company and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The UAE’s participation highlights its commitment to the safe, secure and peaceful uses of nuclear energy and marks 50 years since the country joined the IAEA in 1976. The delegation…

Ten UAE-based artists and designers are joining forces with female Afghan master artisans for a new exhibition in Abu Dhabi that brings contemporary UAE art together with generations-old carpet-making traditions. Titled Intimaa: Sacred Threads, the exhibition will open at Cultural Foundation Abu Dhabi on October 15 and run until January 9, 2027. The exhibition is part of the 2026 Zuleya Artists Program by the Fatima Bint Mohamed Bin Zayed Initiative (FBMI), with this year’s edition bringing together 10 UAE-based creatives whose designs will be interpreted as traditional handwoven carpets by Afghan female artisans. The participating artists are Zuhoor Al Sayegh,…

DUBAI, 14th September, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has announced its participation in Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, taking place at Dubai World Trade Centre from 14th to 17th September under the theme ‘Travel 2040: Driving New Frontiers Through Innovation and Technology.’ The Authority’s participation reflects its efforts in encouraging cultural tourism in the emirate, raising awareness of Emirati heritage and strengthening its presence internationally, and reinforcing Dubai’s position as a global cultural reference, a leader in innovation, a driver of the creative economy, and rooted in Emirati heritage. As part of its stand at…

Etihad Airways expects to reach break-even this year amid high jet fuel costs and regional conflicts, its chief executive said.“We’re hoping to make money this year, not a lot, but make money. I think it’s more break-even because of the recent developments in jet fuel,” Antonoaldo Neves told Khaleej Times in an interview on the sidelines of the first day of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, which began at the Dubai World Trade Centre on Monday.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.In 2025, the Abu Dhabi-based airline said its profit grew 47 per…

Diljit Dosanjh has officially taken Punjabi music to one of the world’s biggest stages.The singer-actor made history on September 12 as the first Punjabi artist to headline London’s iconic Wembley Stadium, performing in front of a reported 90,000-plus fans on a night that felt bigger than just a concert.It was a full-scale celebration of Punjabi music and culture under the famous Wembley arch for Dosanjh, who’s become known for opening his shows with the now-famous call, “Punjabi aa gaye oye!” (Punjabis are here).Fans reportedly arrived in colourful traditional outfits, with many embracing the cultural spirit of the evening through free…

Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo arrived in the UAE with Al Nassr squad for Tuesday’s Asian Champions League game against Al Ain FC.The 41-year-old former Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus superstar said in August that it was “probably my last year in football”.Ronaldo has nearly won it all during his club career, including five Uefa Champions League crowns.But the Asian Champions League has so far eluded the five-time Ballon d’Or winner.His Al Nassr side go into the latest continental campaign under a new coach in former Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou, who was sacked by Spurs in June 2025 despite taking…

ABU DHABI, 14th September, 2026 (WAM) — The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) held the Tax Agents Forum 2026 in the presence of Abdulaziz Al Mulla, Director-General of the FTA, alongside officials and tax specialists. The forum aimed to strengthen communication with strategic partners, keep them informed of the latest tax developments, and highlight the rules governing Tax Agents and their roles and responsibilities as key contributors to the UAE’s tax system. In his opening address, Abdulaziz Al Mulla affirmed that Tax Agents are key partners in developing the UAE’s tax system. He highlighted their pivotal role in supporting businesses subject…

ABU DHABI, 14th September, 2026 (WAM) — Zayed Authority for People of Determination is participating in the 35th edition of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF), with a diverse cultural, knowledge-based and interactive programme that reflects its vision of empowering People of Determination, enhancing their access to knowledge and culture, and showcasing their capabilities and creativity as active partners in society and in shaping the future. The Authority’s participation features a pavilion offering knowledge initiatives, specialised publications, workshops and interactive experiences that bring together reading, creativity and assistive technology. The pavilion also enables visitors from various backgrounds to learn…