Indian cricket has a new T20I captain, and the announcement came with several other talking points attached. The BCCI named Shreyas Iyer as India’s T20I skipper ahead of the upcoming series against Ireland and England, with BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia and chief selector Ajit Agarkar announcing in Mumbai. Tilak Varma has been named vice-captain. India plays Ireland in a two-match T20I series in Belfast on June 26 and June 28, before heading to England for a five-match series from July 1 to July 11. Shreyas Iyer Rewarded for Consistent Leadership Success The captaincy appointment makes sense when you look at…
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Dubai has always had a strong pull for Indian visitors, but over the past decade it has become something more — a genuine second home for many of Bollywood’s biggest names and India’s wealthiest families. The combination of zero income tax, Golden Visa eligibility, world-class infrastructure, and a short four-hour flight from India has made buying property here an obvious decision for those who can afford it. Here’s a look at who owns what. Indian Celebrities with Dubai Homes: Inside Luxurious Properties 1. Shah Rukh Khan — “Jannat” on Palm Jumeirah The most famous of all celebrity Dubai homes belongs…
A new initiative has been gaining attention across the UAE, and it’s one that’s open to everyone — citizens and residents alike. The “Pledge and Commitment” programme, launched in May 2026, gives people a simple way to express their connection to the country and its values through a dedicated online platform. What started as a large in-person event in Abu Dhabi has now expanded digitally, making it easy for anyone living in the UAE to take part from wherever they are. What Is the UAE National Pledge? At its core, the initiative is an opportunity for people to publicly express…
If your usual FIFA Club World Cup viewing plan involves a sofa and a delivery order, Topgolf Dubai would like to offer you something considerably more entertaining. The venue has set up a full fan experience for the tournament — live match screenings on giant screens, golf games running between fixtures, match-day food and drink offers, and prizes for fans who want to get involved beyond just watching. It’s the kind of event that works for groups where some people are diehard football fans and others are looking for something fun to do while the match is on. Topgolf Dubai…
If your TikTok feed has been quietly torturing you with videos of beautifully dotted cakes for the past few months, Dubai has finally answered. The viral Dot Cake is here, and you no longer have to watch other cities enjoy it from your couch at midnight. The café serving it is 1990 Matcha in Jumeirah 3 — a spot that has been building a quietly devoted following among Dubai’s matcha crowd, and which has now just given everyone an additional reason to visit. Dubai’s Matcha Obsession Keeps Getting Bigger Matcha cafés have had quite a moment in Dubai over the…