Jobs & Salaries
Six Rajasthan Youths Trapped in Dubai Recruitment Scam
Six workers from Rajasthan are trapped in Dubai, facing 16-hour shifts, seized passports, and extortion by a recruitment racket.
11 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
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Travel & Airlines
Etihad Rail Bans Alcohol and Vaping: New Fines Announced
Etihad Rail introduces strict new rules for passengers. Avoid fines of up to Dh500 for alcohol, vaping, and prohibited items on trains and stations.
11 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Dubai, Sharjah Schools Crack Down on Student Photography
Private schools in Dubai and Sharjah are enforcing strict photography and social media rules to protect student privacy and avoid heavy legal fines.
11 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Bahrain Residents Slam Unexplained Utility Bill Hikes
Residents in southern Bahrain report massive inconsistencies in electricity, water, and sewerage bills, demanding transparency from authorities.
11 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
UAE Schools Impose Strict Photography Bans to Protect Student Privacy
Private schools in Dubai and Sharjah are enforcing strict photography bans to protect student privacy, with heavy fines for violations.
11 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Kuwait Tightens Dog Ownership Rules: Muzzles and Licenses Mandatory
Kuwait introduces strict new dog ownership regulations, including mandatory licensing, muzzles in public, and heavy fines for violators.
10 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
36 African Nationals Arrested in Oman for Law Violations
The Royal Oman Police arrested 36 African nationals in Seeb for violating residency and labour laws as part of a crackdown on illegal employment.
10 October 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Traffic & Fines
Abu Dhabi Bans Car Washing in Public Parking Zones
Abu Dhabi Mobility has banned vehicle washing in public parking and residential zones. Only licensed companies are permitted to clean cars.
10 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Kuwait Cuts Power in Bachelor Housing Crackdown
Kuwait Municipality disconnects electricity to four properties in the Capital Governorate for violating bachelor housing regulations.
10 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Traffic & Fines
Dubai Police Seize 408 Scooters and Bicycles in Naif
Dubai Police confiscated 408 electric scooters and bicycles in Naif Gold Souk to enforce road safety and traffic regulations.
10 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Oman Launches Online Work Permit Service for 9 Professions
Oman's Ministry of Labour has launched a new digital service for special work permits, covering nine professions to streamline hiring for expats.
10 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Dubai announces 44+ approved zones for shared housing
Dubai Municipality has released a list of 44+ areas where shared housing is permitted, alongside new space and occupancy regulations.
10 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Bahrain Launches Major E-Scooter and Bicycle Crackdown
Bahraini authorities launch an intensive enforcement campaign targeting e-scooter and bicycle violations to improve road safety.
9 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Salalah: 14-Day Deadline to Clear Illegal Animal Sheds
Dhofar Municipality has ordered the removal of unauthorized animal sheds in Salalah's Awqad Industrial Area within 14 days.
9 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Illegal Food Kitchens Shut Down in Kuwait's Al-Ahmadi
Kuwaiti authorities have shuttered three illegal food kitchens in Al-Ahmadi and uncovered dozens of commercial violations in recent inspections.
9 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Bahrain Permits Expats to Work Second Jobs Temporarily
Bahrain's LMRA introduces a new rule allowing expatriates to work for a second employer for up to 90 days under specific conditions.
9 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Traffic & Fines
Abu Dhabi Bans Car Washing in Mawaqif Parking and Villas
Abu Dhabi Mobility has banned vehicle washing in Mawaqif parking and villa areas to protect the environment and curb unlicensed services.
9 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Kuwait Court Acquits Expat in 23,000 Dinar Fraud Case
A Kuwaiti appeals court has overturned a prison sentence for an expatriate accused of a 23,000 Dinar restaurant and residency fraud scheme.
9 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
84 Detained in Major Saudi Night Raids in Al-Khobar
Saudi authorities conducted night raids in Al-Khobar, detaining 84 people for residency and labor law violations.
8 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Bahrain: 547 Deported as LMRA Ramps Up Inspections
Bahrain's LMRA ramped up inspections in September 2026, leading to 547 deportations and 67 arrests for residency and labor law violations.
8 October 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Kuwait Cuts Power to Bachelor Residences in Doha and Sulaibikhat
Kuwait Municipality disconnected electricity at four bachelor residences in Doha and Sulaibikhat to enforce residential housing laws.
8 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Kuwait Raid: 15 Workers Arrested, Illegal Shops Shut
Security agencies in Kuwait arrested 15 foreign workers and shut down several illegal businesses during a major raid in Farwaniya.
8 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Rafha Municipality Closes 10 Businesses in September Crackdown
Rafha Municipality conducted 1,271 inspections in September, leading to 10 business closures and 22 citations to ensure local compliance.
8 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Kuwait Security Sweeps: Mass Arrests in Jahra and Al-Rai
Kuwaiti authorities conduct major security and traffic raids in Jahra and Al-Rai, resulting in numerous arrests for residency and labor violations.
7 October 2026 · 4 minLov Singh