Author: Mohan Nasre

Air India is about to do something that travellers from Northeast India have been waiting a long time for. Starting August 4, the airline will launch direct flights from Guwahati to both Dubai and Abu Dhabi — no layovers, no connecting through Delhi or Mumbai, no unnecessary hours added to the journey. For passengers from Assam and the surrounding northeastern states, this is a genuine shift. Getting to the UAE used to mean routing through a major hub first, adding time and stress to what should be a straightforward trip. That changes now. The launch also signals something bigger —…

Emirates has rolled out one of its most generous summer promotions yet — free nights at the five-star JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai for eligible passengers flying to or through the emirate this season. Whether Dubai is your final destination or a stopover, all passengers travelling between June 25 and September 30 can unlock a stay at the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai. The offer is part of Emirates’ broader push to attract international tourists during the peak summer travel period and give Dubai’s tourism industry a meaningful boost. Who Can Benefit From This Free Hotel Stay Offer The offer…

Dubai has introduced a new Flexi Rent scheme that could genuinely change how tenants manage one of their biggest monthly expenses. Instead of relying on the traditional post-dated cheque system, eligible tenants can now spread their rent across monthly, quarterly or yearly instalments — whichever works best for them. The scheme has come together through a partnership between the Dubai Land Department, Emirates NBD and Keyper. It sits within Dubai’s wider push toward digital transformation and is designed to make renting a smoother, more practical experience for both tenants and property owners. A More Flexible Way to Pay Rent The…

If you’ve been scrolling through social media recently and come across ads promising fast-track visas, guaranteed residency approvals, or heavily discounted processing fees, be careful. GDRFA Dubai has launched a serious crackdown on exactly these kinds of illegal services, and the message from authorities is clear — any visa-related service operating outside official government channels is considered illegal, full stop. The campaign has been driven by a noticeable rise in fraudulent advertisements targeting job seekers and travelers across online platforms. These ads tend to look convincing enough at first glance, promising quick results and easy approvals that official processes don’t…

Dubai is getting ready to roll out a new set of public behaviour and celebration guidelines, continuing its efforts to strengthen social harmony and protect the emirate’s cultural identity. The initiative is expected to give residents and visitors a clearer picture of what’s considered appropriate during public events, national celebrations, religious occasions and everyday interactions across the city. The move reflects Dubai’s ongoing commitment to keeping the emirate welcoming and respectful for people from more than 200 nationalities who live here. The guidelines will push for mutual respect while making sure that celebrations stay safe, inclusive and culturally considerate for…