Emirates SkyCargo transported over 153,000 tonnes of Indian exports in FY25/26 and has launched freighter services to Bengaluru, Chennai and Hyderabad. India-UAE cargo volumes grew 24% year on year, with non-oil trade between the two countries expanding at around 15% annually.
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Dubai Retail has announced The Yard, a 70,000 sq ft retail and lifestyle destination set to be the first such facility on Palm Jebel Ali. The development will feature 26 concepts across retail, dining, wellness, and healthcare, with an opening planned for 2027.
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Searches for furnished apartments in Dubai rose around 5% year on year by June 2026, according to Property Finder, with the recovery driven by more accessible budgets and a mobile professional renter base. Jumeirah Village Circle led by volume, Business Bay held stable at mid-market, and Downtown attracted larger-unit demand at the premium end.
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Visa cardholders can buy AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 tickets from 15 to 17 September 2026, ahead of general sales on 18 September. The payments company is also offering pitch-side experiences and a kids programme for more than 1,000 young fans during the tournament.
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With the 30 September Corporate Tax deadline approaching, UAE businesses risk confusing a zero-tax liability with having no obligations at all. Small Business Relief reduces what is owed but does not remove the requirement to register, file and document eligibility.
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Apple's annual hardware showcase begins today, featuring the expected launch of the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max. Speculation is rife regarding a potential foldable iPhone, dubbed the "Ultra," and the company's first smart glasses. The event will also likely unveil the Apple Watch 12, updated AirPods, and an AI-enhanced Siri.
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Dubai Holding has signed an AED5 billion construction contract with CSCEC ME, its largest to date, covering a new SOM-designed circular headquarters and 754 branded residences at Emirates Towers. The headquarters is due to open in 2029, with the residential towers scheduled for handover in 2030.
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Etihad Airways will launch a year-round service to Red Sea International Airport from 4 October 2026, putting Saudi Arabia's island and reef destination just over three hours from Abu Dhabi. The route is Etihad's sixth Saudi destination and begins at one flight per week before rising to two from 25 October.
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