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Modi to start his Indo-Pacific tour on July 6

India's Ministry of External Affairs announced on Friday that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Indo-Pacific tour, which will include visits to Australia, New Zealand, and Indonesia, will begin on July 6 and end on July 11, AzerNEWS reports.

Travelling to Dubai? UAE To Scrap Conditional Visa on Arrival for Select Indian Passport Holders; Check Details

The UAE is updating its visa-on-arrival policy for Indian passport holders. Those relying solely on a UK residence visa will no longer qualify for the facility. However, conditional 14-day entry remains open for travellers with valid US or EU visas. The ICP is also considering a new 60-day conditional on-arrival visa option.

UAE Visa on Arrival Policy for Indians Changed: Here's Who Still Qualifies in 2026

Planning a trip to Dubai, or anywhere else in the UAE? There’s a big update you don’t want to miss. The UAE visa on arrival policy for Indians has been modified under the new UAE visa changes 2026, impacting travellers who previously used a UK visa or UK residence permit to enter the country. Latest UAE visa on arrival news states that Indian passport holders with UK visa or UK residence permit will no longer be eligible to avail UAE’s visa-on-arrival facility. Thousands of Indian tourists, business travellers and frequent visitors who have enjoyed easy access to the United Arab

Emirates urges Dubai passengers to arrive early as summer rush builds

Emirates has issued a summer travel advisory for passengers flying from Dubai International Airport, urging travellers to arrive at least three hours before departure as seasonal passenger traffic surges. The airline warned that security and immigration procedures may take longer than usual during peak travel periods, especially as schools break for summer and thousands of [] The post Emirates urges Dubai passengers to arrive early as summer rush builds appeared first on Middle East News 247.

Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed visits Abu Dhabi Summer Sports 2026

Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed visits Abu Dhabi Summer Sports 2026

Afghan Agriculture Minister Omari arrives in India for official visit

New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): Afghan Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock, Mawlawi Ataullah Omari arrived in the national capital on Tuesday for an official visit to India. In a post on X, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal welcomed the Minister on his arrival and said that India is looking forward to engaging discussions on issues of mutual interest.The post s

Jaishankar reaffirms India’s commitment to deepening ties with Bahrain, thanks leadership for ensuring wellbeing of Indian community

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar visited the Bahrain on 6-7 July 2026 and during his meeting with the top brass of the country, EAM reaffirmed India's commitment to further deepening the longstanding partnership with Bahrain.

Flying from UAE to India? Here's what you need to know as India brings back Air Suvidha portal

Flying from UAE to India? Here's what you need to know as India brings back Air Suvidha portal

UAE Trade Days expands economic partnerships across South America in five-country tour

ABU DHABI, 5th July, 2026 (WAM) -- The UAE economic delegation led by Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of Foreign Trade, concluded an eight-day tour spanning five South American countries - from Panama to Guyana - as part of 'UAE Trade Days'. The visit embodied the UAE's commitment to expanding its network of international economic partnerships, deepening trade and i

Indian foreign minister begins visit to Kuwait

KUWAIT: Indian External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar arrived in Kuwait on Tuesday as part of a multi-nation Gulf tour that includes Qatar, Bahrain and Oman. He was received by...

Secretary Rubio Arrives in Abu Dhabi and Begins His Middle East Trip

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrives in Abu Dhabi on June 23. His Middle East trip will last from June 23 to June 25, during which he will visit the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and Bahrain and discuss the Iran memorandum of understanding and securing peace and free transit in the Strait of Hormuz. []

 Gulf Air launches direct Bahrain–Alamein route

By Mohamed Attia Alamein International Airport has welcomed Gulf Air’s inaugural flight, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, carrying 118 passengers. The launch of the new route marks another step towards strengthening air connectivity and supporting travel between Egypt and the Gulf region. The addition of Gulf Air to the list of airlines [] The post Gulf Air launches direct Bahrain–Alamein route appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

Iraqi foreign minister visits Kuwait for talks on bilateral ties amid regional tensions

Iraq’s foreign minister says trip is first visit to Gulf states after formation of new Iraqi government in May

Afghanistan’s Agriculture Minister visits India to boost agricultural cooperation

During the visit, Omari is expected to hold talks with representatives from India's Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, senior government officials and private sector stakeholders. The post Afghanistan’s Agriculture Minister visits India to boost agricultural cooperation first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.

1st flight from Tehran in 4 mos lands in Dubai airport

TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) – The first flight from Tehran to Dubai in the past four months landed in Dubai airport earlier on Monday.

United Arab Emirates updates visa-on-arrival rule: 6 new nationalities now eligible for 60-day stay

The UAE updated its entry rules, allowing citizens from six new countries to obtain a 14-day or 60-day visa on arrival based on foreign residency status.

PM Modi to visit Seychelles this week as Guest of Honour for National Day celebrations: What's on agenda?

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Seychelles from June 27-29 to participate in the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the nation's National Day as the Guest of Honour. According to an official statement released by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the Prime Minister will be travelling to the island nation following an invitation extended by Seychelles President Patrick Herminie.

PM Modi to visit Seychelles from Jun 27-29

PM Modi to visit Seychelles from Jun 27-29

PM Shehbaz arrives in Doha to condole death of Former Qatari emir

During the visit, Prime Minister Shehbaz is scheduled to meet Qatar's Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. The post PM Shehbaz arrives in Doha to condole death of Former Qatari emir appeared first on BOL News.

PM Modi begins 3-nation tour, says visit will boost India's Indo-Pacific vision

PM Modi begins 3-nation tour, says visit will boost India's Indo-Pacific vision

Passengers delighted to ride UAE's first ever passenger train

It's 7:13 am on a sultry June morning and a passenger train pulls into the station in Abu Dhabi, oil-rich capital of the United Arab Emirates. An unremarkable scene in many cities but here, the first of its kind.The UAE's inaugural passenger service, from sleepy Fujairah, carried enthusiastic travellers who watched Thursday's sun rise as they sped across the desert, relaxing on brand-new upholstery.

PM Modi’s Seychelles visit: Why this tiny island nation is central to India’s grand maritime strategy and Indian Ocean ambitions

PM Modi initially visited Seychelles in 2015 and is currently on his second visit to the vital island nation.

Air India Express launches Navi Mumbai-Abu Dhabi flights from July 15

New international route boosts operations at Mumbai’s second airport

Aleppo airport receives first Jazeera Airways flight from Kuwait

Aleppo, June 25 (SANA) Aleppo International Airport received the first Jazeera Airways flight from Kuwait International Airport on Thursday, marking the launch of a regular direct route between Kuwait and Aleppo. The flight carried 120 passengers, according to Syrian aviation officials. Mustafa Khairallah, head of the Media Department at the Syrian Civil Aviation and Air []

UAE Announces Fuel Price Hike for April 2026

UAE Announces Fuel Price Dubai: The United Arab Emirates announces fuel price for April 2026 on Tuesday, confirming a notable increase across all fuel categories. The revised rates reflect current global oil trends and will take effect from April 1st. Super 98 Petrol From Dh2.59 in March to Dh3.39/litre in April 2026 Special 95 Petrol [] The post UAE Announces Fuel Price Hike for April 2026 appeared first on Riyadh Xpress.

UAE lifts war-related ban on travel to Lebanon

The foreign ministry announced it will allow UAE citizens to travel to the sisterly Lebanese Republic, starting from Monday, June 29, 2026, the official WAM news agency reported. The post UAE lifts war-related ban on travel to Lebanon appeared first on Vanguard News.

Saudi Arabia launches Electronic Travel Authorization for British visitors

RIYADH — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced the launch of the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) service for British citizens traveling to Saudi Arabia, effective July 1, 2026. As an extension of the historic and distinguished relations between Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom, the ministry said the service builds on the travel facilitation measures previously introduced by the British government for Saudi citizens. The ETA is available to holders of all British passport types traveling to the Kingdom and covers travel for tourism, short-term study, and business purposes. The authorization allows travelers to stay in Saudi Arabia for up to 180 consecutive days within one year and permits multiple entries under a single electronic travel authorization. The ministry clarified, however, that the service does not cover employment or residence in the the Kingdom, nor does it apply to Hajj visas.