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India condemns drone attack on Barakah nuclear facility in UAE, calls it 'dangerous escalation'
India | May 18, 2026, 07:42 AM ISTThe attack on Barakah nuclear power plant has since triggered widespread international concern, even though no faction has come forward to claim responsibility for the aerial incursion.
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Flight bound for Abu Dhabi with about 280 passengers aborts journey after fire on left wing
India | May 12, 2026, 11:47 AM ISTThe fire was immediately put out by Fire Service personnel and the flight was cancelled. Etihad Airways could not be reached immediately for a comment.
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Five Indians among 12 injured by falling debris of intercepted Iranian missiles in Abu Dhabi
World | Apr 04, 2026, 12:02 AM ISTFive Indians were among the 12 people who were injured after the UAE defence system intercepted Iranian missiles over Abu Dhabi. Earlier, two Indians lost their lives in Abu Dhabi in a similar incident.
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Indian among two killed by falling debris of intercepted missiles in Abu Dhabi
World | Mar 26, 2026, 10:23 PM ISTSeveral Iranian ballistic missiles were intercepted by UAE's air defence system on Thursday. The debris of those missiles killed at least two people in Abu Dhabi, including an Indian national.
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UAE shuts Habshan gas facilities as Iran's missile and drone waves hit key sites in Abu Dhabi
World | Mar 19, 2026, 07:52 AM ISTGas operations in Abu Dhabi were halted after missile debris caused an incident at key facilities, while Qatar's Ras Laffan hub suffered significant damage in a separate missile strike. The attacks come as Iran and its regional allies intensify retaliatory operations against US and Israeli assets.
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Dubai, Abu Dhabi News: 'India capable of playing key role in addressing crisis,' says Russia
World | Mar 18, 2026, 11:55 PM ISTDubai, Abu Dhabi News LIVE: The ongoing conflict between the US-Israel and Iran has now entered its 19th day, with both military actions and rhetoric intensifying on both sides. According to reports, multiple explosions were heard in Tehran, indicating a further escalation in the conflict.
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US-Israel-Iran war: One killed in missile attack in Abu Dhabi; explosions heard in Doha and Dubai
World | Mar 17, 2026, 11:36 AM ISTThe United Arab Emirates has confirmed that the nation's air protection units are currently engaged in repelling incoming missiles and drones launched from Iran.
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Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Updates: Trump says Iran war largely over, nuclear threat eliminated
World | Mar 17, 2026, 11:45 PM ISTIran war LIVE: The war has killed at least 1,300 people in Iran, around 850 in Lebanon and 12 in Israel, according to officials. The US military has said that 13 American service members have been killed and about 200 others wounded.
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Etihad Airways resumes limited flights from Abu Dhabi amid war tensions | Check operational routes
World | Mar 06, 2026, 09:19 AM ISTEtihad Airways has restarted a limited international flight schedule from Abu Dhabi beginning March 6, after authorities completed safety assessments. The airline will operate select routes to major global destinations until March 19 while most other flights remain suspended.
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Fire erupts at UAE's Fujairah oil hub as Middle East conflict disrupts energy supplies
World | Mar 03, 2026, 08:21 PM ISTA fire at Fujairah’s oil hub, caused by debris from a drone interception, highlights the growing impact of the US-Iran conflict on Gulf energy infrastructure.
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Flights from Dubai, Abu Dhabi land in India as airlines begin limited ops amid Middle East conflict
India | Mar 03, 2026, 04:41 AM ISTThe limited resumption of flights resumed on the evening of March 2, with a small number of flights permitted to operate from Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International (DWC).
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Etihad, Emirates begin limited operations amid restrictions; 16 flights departed from Abu Dhabi
World | Mar 03, 2026, 01:53 AM ISTEarlier, Etihad Airways issued an advisory for the passengers, stating that operations of flights will remain suspended till 2 pm (UAE time) on Tuesday. People have been advised to check their flight status before travelling to the airport.
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Iranian drones strike Abu Dhabi naval base hosting French forces
World | Mar 02, 2026, 11:40 AM ISTTwo Iranian drones struck Al Salam Naval Base in Abu Dhabi, a facility that hosts French forces. France confirmed damage to a hangar but said the overall impact was limited. No injuries have been reported.
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Gulf states issue stern warning to Iran, says 'will defend ourselves' after Dubai, Abu Dhabi attacks
World | Mar 02, 2026, 05:42 AM ISTThe Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) held an emergency meeting after Iran launched missile and drone attacks across several Gulf countries. The six member states, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, Oman and Kuwait strongly condemned the strikes.
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Saudi Arabia warns UAE, links Abu Dhabi to Yemen separatists' advances
World | Dec 30, 2025, 01:15 PM ISTThe Saudi Foreign Ministry directly linked the UAE to the recent advances made by the Southern Transitional Council (STC) and cautioned the UAE over the group's actions.
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Lando Norris wins F1 title, becomes first McLaren driver since Hamilton after tense Abu Dhabi GP
Formula 1 | Dec 07, 2025, 09:06 PM ISTLando Norris became the first McLaren driver to win an F1 title since Lewis Hamilton won the championship in 2008. He finished third but pipped Max Verstappen in the driver's standings.
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Indigo's Kannur-Abu Dhabi flight diverted to Ahmedabad due to volcanic activity in Ethiopia
India | Nov 24, 2025, 06:43 PM ISTThis comes a day after a volcano named Hayli Gubbi erupted in a distant area of Ethiopia. Huge clouds of ash were pushed high into the sky. The eruption happened around 8:30 am in the Danakil desert, a place with very few people.
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Indian man wins UAE's record Rs 240 crore lottery, thanks to his mother's birthday number
World | Oct 29, 2025, 07:41 AM ISTIndian origin Anilkumar Bolla made history by winning the UAE Lottery’s Dh100 million jackpot, the biggest prize ever in the country.
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What happened the only time India played a T20I in Abu Dhabi previously?
Cricket | Sep 19, 2025, 09:24 AM IST74 T20Is have taken place at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi and Team India has played just once at the venue. India will be taking a departure from their Dubai-heavy schedule, taking a trip towards Abu Dhabi for the first time in four years for the Oman clash on Friday.
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'Will always stand with India': UAE affirms pledge to India's anti-terror delegation in Abu Dhabi
World | May 23, 2025, 12:09 AM ISTThe delegation held high-level meetings with UAE leaders and media representatives to highlight the significance of Operation Sindoor and reaffirm India’s firm stance against cross-border terrorism.