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Indian travellers can now use UPI to book tickets online for At the Top, Burj Khalifa, making it the first UAE attraction to accept the payment system for e-commerce transactions. The initiative strengthens digital payment connectivity between India and the UAE

Senior Indian Foreign Service officer Dr E. Vishnu Vardhan Reddy is likely to be appointed India's Consul General in Dubai. If confirmed, the Telangana-born diplomat will become the first official from the State to head India's Consulate in the emirate

The government said it is closely monitoring the West Asia crisis and will take necessary measures to support exporters. An inter-ministerial group continues assessing trade and energy supply chain disruptions, while exporters increasingly use Oman's ports to maintain regional shipments

The United States retained its position as India's largest LPG supplier in June, with imports rising 19.4%. India continued diversifying energy sourcing beyond Gulf nations to strengthen energy security amid geopolitical uncertainties in West Asia

A geopolitical analysis highlights India’s balancing act in West Asia, urging it to maintain ties with UAE, Israel, and Iran simultaneously. It notes PM Modi’s UAE visit as part of India’s broader strategy to deepen strategic, economic, and connectivity partnerships across the region

Business leaders have welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s UAE visit, saying it reinforces India-UAE strategic and economic ties amid global uncertainty. The visit resulted in key agreements across energy, infrastructure and investment, including a proposed USD 5 billion investment into India.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi told UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan that India is ready to support peace efforts in West Asia amid escalating regional tensions. Talks focused on energy security, investments, strategic ties and the impact of the Iran-Israel conflict on global stability

UAE’s exit signals a gradual shift in global oil governance—from tightly coordinated production regimes to more flexible, nationally driven strategies

UAE’s exit from OPEC opens up strategic opportunities for countries like India amid ongoing regional conflicts

Asian stocks mostly rose on Wednesday despite Wall Street losses, while oil slipped after UAE announced exit from OPEC. Investors tracked US-Iran tensions, Fed decision, and earnings. Regional indexes were mixed, with Hong Kong leading gains and Australia, Taiwan declining slightly

Saudi Arabia remains an OPEC heavyweight despite waning influence, as rivalry with the UAE deepens over economic interests and regional politics, particularly in the Red Sea region

A missile interception by the UAE’s air defence systems in Abu Dhabi’s Ajban area led to falling debris that injured 12 people, including five Indians. The Ministry of Defence reported engaging dozens of missiles and UAVs launched from Iran, adding that since the start of attacks, hundreds of projectiles have been intercepted.

The United Arab Emirates suspended operations at Habshan gas facilities after intercepted missile debris fell, condemning Iran for the attack. Authorities warned of escalation, citing threats to regional stability and global energy security

The Indian-flagged crude tanker Jag Laadki safely docked at Adani Ports Mundra, carrying ~80,886 tonnes of UAE crude oil. The shipment supports refinery operations amid regional supply challenges, following safe passage of LPG carriers through the Strait of Hormuz

The UAE has ordered the arrest of 35 people, including 19 Indians, for posting misleading and fabricated videos online during regional tensions linked to the Israel-US-Iran conflict. Authorities said the content aimed to spread misinformation and create public panic

The UAE said its air defences intercepted most missiles and drones launched during Iranian attacks amid escalating tensions in West Asia. Authorities reported casualties among foreign nationals and reaffirmed readiness to defend the country against any security threats.

Airlines have begun resuming limited operations from Dubai and other Gulf cities after five days of disruption triggered by regional tensions. While some repatriation flights have restarted, major carriers and airports continue to face restrictions and suspended services.

The CBI secured the extradition of Anil Kumar Reddy Yeddula from the UAE to India in a cheating and criminal intimidation case. The operation involved INTERPOL coordination, Dubai Police, and Andhra Pradesh Police, continuing India’s efforts to repatriate wanted fugitives

Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan chose to field after winning the toss against the UAE in a crucial Group D match of the Men’s T20 World Cup. Winless so far, Afghanistan need victory to keep their slim Super Eight hopes alive.

A Telangana man from a Dalit community has been jailed in the UAE for illegal stay and is struggling to prove his Indian nationality due to lack of documents. His family has approached authorities seeking help to bring him home.