Dubai Taxi installs “isolators” to avoid risks of COVID-19 infection
Taxi drivers wear masks and gloves, and follow strict guidelines while opening and closing doors to minimise contact
Emirates airline, Etihad Airways resume flights with passenger warning
Passengers must adhere to safety procedures for repatriation flights from Dubai and Abu Dhabi
Combating Covid-19: Dubai move permit needed even for pedestrians, cyclists
Residents can apply for a permit at https://dxbpermit.gov.ae/permits
Covid-19 news bulletin from UAE: 277 new cases reported; drive-through testing centre in Dubai;...
A round-up of major developments related to Covid-19 across the country.
Combating Covid-19: Private schools in Sharjah refund transportation fees
A waiver of school transportation fees in Dubai was announced by the KHDA last week.
UAE doubles stimulus to $70bn to combat coronavirus impact
The central bank has reduced by half to 7.0 percent the reserves banks are required to keep for demand deposits
Brazil “wholeheartedly” supports Expo 2020 Dubai postponement
Commissioner general, Brazil at Expo 2020 Dubai, Sergio Segovia says, "our path hasn’t changed course; it is just a bit longer"
Combating Covid-19: Dubai Police announce vehicle restriction on roads
This restriction is part of efforts to maintain the health and safety of UAE residents.
Free bus services and 50% off taxis for essential workers during Dubai lockdown
Metro and tram services suspended for the duration of two-week extended disinfection period
Covid-19: Emirates announces first passenger flights post suspension
Emirates will operate a modified inflight service programme on these flights.
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Jaipur Metro in race against time
Jaipur’s skyline has been changing almost every morning, thanks to its upcoming Metro. Construction on a 9.7-km line that will connect the old city, popularly called Pink City, and several congested residential and commercial areas is on at breakneck speed to meet a June 2013 deadline.
