With Dubai schools set to reopen on August 31, parents are wrapping up last-minute preparations for the new academic year. Beyond the usual uniforms and school supplies, getting a handle on the school fee rules can save families from some unwelcome surprises down the line. The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has clear rules covering private school fees across Dubai, including caps on application fees, registration deposits, re-registration payments, and when parents are entitled to refunds. Knowing these rules matters even more when a child is switching schools, or when parents are putting down deposits to hold a spot.…
Author: Mohan Nasre
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Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has landed a major transportation infrastructure contract worth up to ₹5,000 crore for Dubai’s Al Maktoum International Airport. The company will design and build an Automated People Mover (APM) system for Phase 1 of the airport project. L&T made the announcement on August 20, 2026, classifying it as a ‘Large’ order. Under the company’s classification, that puts the contract somewhere between ₹2,500 crore and ₹5,000 crore, though the exact figure has not been made public. This project falls under L&T’s transportation infrastructure business, working in consortium with Japan-based Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI). Together, the two companies…
Dubai has taken another step towards autonomous transport with Baidu’s Apollo Go RT6 robotaxi now operating as a fully driverless service for Uber riders. The deployment gives passengers in selected parts of the city access to autonomous rides without a human driver behind the wheel. The service is being operated by New Horizon Luxury Transport and represents the first active deployment of Uber’s multi-partner autonomous vehicle network on public roads. It also brings Baidu’s sixth-generation autonomous vehicle technology into Uber’s ride-hailing marketplace in Dubai. The launch highlights Dubai’s growing role as a testing ground for advanced mobility technology. It also…
Punjabi music fans in Dubai have something serious to look forward to. Jasmine Sandlas is bringing The Dream Girl Tour to Coca-Cola Arena on September 13, 2026, and if you know anything about her live shows, you already know what kind of night this is going to be. Presented by Pantheon Presents, the concert promises the energy, personality and emotional depth that have built Jasmine a loyal following across the world. Special Gulabi fan moments are planned as part of the evening, giving the show a community dimension that goes beyond a standard concert experience. The Dream Girl Tour Promises…
The United Arab Emirates has suspended all trade, commercial exchanges, and financial transactions with Iran until further notice, marking a major turn in relations between the two countries. The UAE Foreign Ministry pointed to regional developments it says are undermining regional and international peace and security. Afra Al Hameli, Director of Strategic Communications at the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, announced the decision on Wednesday, while also reaffirming the UAE’s commitment to protecting the integrity of the international financial system and sticking to international law and global standards. The announcement came shortly after the UAE reported detecting two ballistic missiles…