The UAE cabinet has issued a resolution to ensure individuals and firms comply with the country’s nuclear safety regulations. It specifies details of penalties, including fines and suspension of violators’ licenses. Four nuclear reactors are currently under construction in Abu Dhabi’s Western Region, with the first unit scheduled to start operating in 2017. The Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation has been tasked with setting safety standards and licensing users of radioactive material.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed approves promotion of 6,526 members of security services in Dubai
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai, has approved the promotion of 6,526 members of the Dubai security services.
UAE-backed solar project boosts healthcare in India
More than 200,000 people in rural India have access to more reliable healthcare after the Zayed Sustainability Prize's Beyond2020 initiative completed six solar-powered health centres in the southern state of Karnataka.
UAE, Greece delegations call for keeping Strait of Hormuz open
The UAE and Greece have held a second round of political consultations in Athens, with renewed calls to keep the Strait of Hormuz open in accordance with international laws.
Dubai Police achieves 99.8 per cent compliance rate in answering emergency calls
Dubai Police has so far exceeded 2026 targets with a 99.8 per cent compliance rate in answering emergency calls within 10 seconds.
FTA refunds AED353.5 million to 4,000 UAE nationals building homes in 2026
Dubai's Federal Tax Authority (FTA) refunded AED353.5 million to approximately 4,000 United Arab Emirates nationals in the first half of 2026 for constructing new residences.
