Two Indian nationals residing in the UAE have each won $1 million in the latest Dubai Duty Free lottery draw. The winners will receive their prizes through official channels following standard verification procedures.
A BJP Member of Parliament, Ashok Mittal, has called for a protection law for Indian expatriates, citing a worrying increase in the number of Indians killed abroad, which rose from 29 in 2021 to 86 in 2023.
Indian expatriates in the UAE are actively serving their communities and showing solidarity with their adopted home amidst concerns over Iranian aggression in the region.
Members of the Indian diaspora in the United Arab Emirates gathered early in the morning to partake in the Onam sadhya, a traditional harvest festival meal, highlighting cultural continuity abroad.
Indian expatriates in the UAE can now book passport and visa services online through a new portal launched by Indian missions. This initiative comes after a rush for passport renewals caused disruptions to consular services.
Indian expatriates residing in the UAE are spending significant amounts, estimated at ₹2.3 lakh, on flight tickets to Kerala to return home and exercise their franchise during the upcoming elections.
Hundreds of Indian expatriates from the UAE are travelling to Muscat by road. The 450-km journey from Dubai takes about six hours, including roughly one hour for border clearance
Communities of Indian origin in the United Arab Emirates and New Zealand are hosting traditional festivities to honor the Onam harvest season. Events feature cultural performances, communal meals, and regional celebrations highlighting Kerala heritage.
The Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC) has frozen rent increases, ensuring that previous tenancy contract amounts remain valid for both renewed and new agreements, providing significant relief, particularly for Indian expatriates.
Indian expatriates in Dubai are reportedly hunkering down amidst the ongoing Gulf conflict, with their desire to remain underpinned by deep historic links and economic necessity.