Royal Challengers Bengaluru don’t do things quietly, and their Qualifier 1 performance in Dharamsala was about as emphatic as playoff cricket gets. A 92-run demolition of Gujarat Titans — built on a stunning Rajat Patidar innings and disciplined bowling from start to finish — has sent RCB into their second consecutive IPL final. For Gujarat, it was a painful night. The defeat doesn’t end their tournament — they’ll get another shot through Qualifier 2 — but it exposed vulnerabilities that will need urgent attention if they want to go further. Rajat Patidar Produces Captain’s Knock Patidar’s innings was the kind…
Author: Mohan Nasre
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For many retired Emiratis and low-income families, loan repayments and accumulated interest have been a quiet but persistent source of financial pressure. The UAE government has responded with a significant relief measure — waiving more than Dh834 million in loan interest and banking fees for those most affected. The announcement is expected to benefit thousands of families across the country, and it reflects a pattern of proactive welfare support that has characterized the UAE leadership’s approach to social stability. Financial Relief Designed to Support Families The programme works through participating banks, which will waive interest payments, late charges, and certain…
Few airports have shaped a city’s identity quite the way Dubai International Airport has. For decades, it has been the front door to one of the world’s most ambitious urban projects, handling millions of passengers every year and functioning as one of the most recognized transit hubs on the planet. By 2032, that chapter is expected to close. Dubai is preparing to shift aviation operations to Al Maktoum International Airport, located in the Dubai South district. It’s one of the most significant infrastructure transitions the aviation world has seen, and the scale of what’s being planned to replace the current…
If you’re planning an Eid evening out with the family and wondering where to take the kids, Dubai Municipality has just made that decision a little easier and sweeter. It’s part of a broader Eid celebrations programme focused on making Dubai’s outdoor spaces genuinely festive and welcoming for residents and visitors during the holiday. Crowds will be large at all six locations, so earlier in that two-hour window is better than later. Here’s where to head. Six Dubai parks are giving away free ice cream on the first day of Eid Al Adha 2026 between 5 pm and 7 pm.…
The Dubai Esports and Games Festival is back, and this year it’s carrying a more purposeful message than ever. Beyond the competitions and entertainment, organisers are positioning the event as a genuine platform for education, digital career exploration, and innovation — a reflection of how seriously Dubai is taking the gaming industry as a contributor to its economic future. The festival is expected to draw gamers, students, developers, esports professionals, and technology enthusiasts from across the region and internationally. Dubai’s gaming ecosystem has grown considerably over the past few years, backed by government support and a young population that has…