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A high-level meeting between Indian officials and Taliban representatives took place in Dubai to discuss strengthening ties across various sectors including humanitarian aid, trade, regional security, and cultural exchange.

India and Afghan Taliban government hold crucial talks in Dubai

A high-level meeting between Indian officials and Taliban representatives took place in Dubai to discuss strengthening ties across various sectors including humanitarian aid, trade, regional security, and cultural exchange.

A high-level meeting between senior Indian officials and the Afghan Taliban leadership took place in Dubai on Wednesday. Representing India was Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, while Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi, the acting foreign minister of the Taliban government, represented Afghanistan.
This meeting is seen as a significant step in reviving and fostering bilateral ties, which have remained largely dormant since the Taliban&rsquo;s return to power in 2021. Despite limited engagement, New Delhi has continued providing humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan. 
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Foreign Secy <a href="https://twitter.com/VikramMisri?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@VikramMisri</a> met Acting Foreign Minister of Afghanistan Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi in Dubai today. Both sides discussed 🇮🇳's ongoing humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan, bilateral issues and security situation in the region. India reiterated its commitment to&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/a3UyuIqkAG">pic.twitter.com/a3UyuIqkAG</a>
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The primary agenda of the Dubai meeting was to enhance cooperation across various sectors, including humanitarian aid, developmental assistance, trade, commerce, sports, cultural exchanges, regional security, and critical infrastructure projects. One focal point of the discussions was the Chabahar Port in Iran, which serves as a strategic supply route for goods to Afghanistan. While India and Afghanistan share a land border, it has remained inaccessible due to Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). 
Commitments and Support During the meeting, India pledged further humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan, with priority placed on healthcare, medicine supply, and refugee rehabilitation. Over recent years, New Delhi has provided significant aid, including 50,000 metric tonnes of wheat, 300 tonnes of medicines, earthquake relief aid, vaccines, hygiene kits, and other essential supplies.
The Afghan foreign minister expressed gratitude for India&rsquo;s continued support and engagement with the Afghan people. India's Foreign Ministry reaffirmed its readiness to address the urgent developmental needs of Afghanistan. "In view of the current need for development activities, it was decided that India would consider engaging in development projects in the near future," a statement from the ministry confirmed. 
Regional Security and Strategic Projects Kabul assured India of its sensitivity to regional security concerns, emphasizing full cooperation on this front. A joint statement highlighted the agreement to further utilize Chabahar Port to support trade, commercial activities, and humanitarian aid delivery.
Foreign Secretary Misri also underscored India&rsquo;s deep-rooted cultural and historical ties with Afghanistan. "The foreign secretary underlined India's historic friendship with the Afghan people and the strong people-to-people contacts between the two countries," noted the ministry.
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Strengthening Sporting Ties Sports, particularly cricket&mdash;a shared passion in both nations&mdash;was also discussed during the talks. Both sides agreed to explore ways to strengthen their sporting connections. 
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Regional Tensions and Pakistan&rsquo;s Airstrikes The Dubai meeting followed India&rsquo;s strong condemnation of Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan earlier this week. On December 24, Pakistani airstrikes in Barmal district, Paktika province, killed 46 people, including women and children. This marked the second such strike in 2024, with a similar attack in March claiming eight lives, including children.
In response to the airstrikes, India issued a sharp statement: &ldquo;We unequivocally condemn any attack on innocent civilians. It is an old practice of Pakistan to blame its neighbors for its own internal failures,&rdquo; said the foreign ministry.
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 Historical Context The Taliban, a predominantly Pashtun group, refers to itself as the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan. Initially forming a government in 1996, the Taliban was ousted in 2001 by the US-led coalition following the 9/11 attacks. However, in 2021, the group regained power after the abrupt withdrawal of US forces, establishing itself as the governing authority in Afghanistan.
This meeting in Dubai marks a key effort by India and Afghanistan to navigate complex geopolitical challenges while strengthening mutual cooperation in the region.

Legendary singer Asha Bhosle, at 91, performed Punjabi sensation Karan Aujla’s chart-topping hit Tauba Tauba during her Dubai concert, captivating fans worldwide. Karan Aujla expressed heartfelt gratitude, calling it an unforgettable honor.

Asha Bhosle’s iconic performance of Karan Aujla’s Tauba Tauba goes viral

Videos of her spirited performance went viral on Monday, drawing widespread admiration for her enduring charm and musical prowess.

Punjabi singer Karan Aujla expressed his profound gratitude and amazement after legendary music icon Asha Bhosle performed his chart-topping song "Tauba Tauba" during her Dubai concert over the weekend.
The 91-year-old singer not only lent her voice to the hit track but also delighted fans by grooving to its beats, leaving audiences in awe. Videos of her spirited performance went viral on Monday, drawing widespread admiration for her enduring charm and musical prowess. 
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Aujla, who originally wrote "Tauba Tauba" at the age of 27, shared his excitement on Instagram, acknowledging the significance of the moment. "I wrote it at 27; she sang it at 91 better than me," he remarked on his Instagram Stories. He also posted a clip of Bhosle&rsquo;s performance, calling her "the living Goddess of music."
Reflecting on his journey, Aujla shared the story behind the song&rsquo;s creation, noting its humble beginnings. "A song written by a kid who grew up in a small village, with no music background and no knowledge of musical instruments. A melody made by someone who doesn't play any instrument," he wrote, expressing his deep appreciation for Bhosle&rsquo;s rendition.
While "Tauba Tauba" had already cemented its place as a fan favorite earlier this year with its inclusion in the film Bad Newz, featuring Vicky Kaushal and Triptii Dimri, Bhosle&rsquo;s performance elevated its legacy. The song, known for its intricate hookstep choreographed by Bosco Martis, had also become a viral sensation with fans attempting to replicate its moves on social media throughout 2024.
"This moment is truly iconic and one I will never forget," Aujla added. "I am blessed and thankful. It has inspired me to continue creating melodies and memories for all of you."
Asha Bhosle, with a career spanning more than eight decades, has left an indelible mark on the music world with timeless classics such as "Chura Liya Hai Tumne Jo Dil Ko," "Piya Tu Ab To Aaja," and "Dil Cheez Kya Hai." Her ability to connect with music across generations remains unparalleled, as showcased by her recent embrace of contemporary hits like Aujla&rsquo;s.
Meanwhile, Aujla continues his successful "It Was All A Dream" tour, performing in Jaipur on Sunday. His next concert is set to take place in Ahmedabad on December 31, as he wraps up an eventful year.

These stricter measures have disrupted what was once a seamless process for Indian tourists, whose visa approval rate historically stood at an impressive 99%.

Surge in Dubai Visa Rejections Stuns Indian Travelers Amid Stricter Regulations

These stricter measures have disrupted what was once a seamless process for Indian tourists, whose visa approval rate historically stood at an impressive 99%.

Indian tourists, long accustomed to smooth visa approvals for Dubai, are now facing a wave of unexpected rejections. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced stricter visa application requirements, causing frustration and financial losses for many travelers. Reports from the Times of India (TOI) reveal that rejection rates, previously under 2%, have now risen to 5&ndash;6% daily.
New Visa Requirements: The change stems from recent mandates by Dubai's immigration department. Applicants must now submit hotel booking confirmations with QR codes and return flight tickets directly to the immigration portal. Those staying with family or friends must provide additional proof of accommodation.
These stricter measures have disrupted what was once a seamless process for Indian tourists, whose visa approval rate historically stood at an impressive 99%.
Industry Concerns: Travel agencies are witnessing a notable shift in approval trends. Nikhil Kumar, director of Passio Travels Pvt Ltd, expressed his frustration to TOI:
"Even when confirmed flight tickets and meticulous hotel stay details are attached, the visa applications are being rejected." Kumar&rsquo;s agency reports 5&ndash;6 rejections per day out of 100 submissions, a significant jump compared to earlier times.
Similarly, Vijay Thakkar of Hasmukh Travels highlighted cases where applications, even with complete documentation, were inexplicably denied. The financial burden on travelers, including visa fees and ticket cancellation charges, often totals over Rs 30,000 per person.
Emotional and Financial Strain: Travelers are reeling from the uncertainty. Rishikesh Pujari, director of Vihar Travels, shared an instance where a family of four had their visas rejected despite adhering to all requirements. The rejection, he noted, not only dampens spirits but also results in significant monetary losses.
Many travelers have expressed dismay at losing pre-booked flight and hotel expenses. This shift has cast a shadow over what was traditionally an exciting and straightforward travel experience.
Added Financial Scrutiny: The revised rules also demand proof of financial means. Applicants must show minimum funds of AED 5,000 (approximately Rs 1.14 lakh) for a two-month visa and AED 3,000 for shorter stays. Previously, such checks were conducted selectively at the airport. Now, they are mandatory, adding another hurdle for prospective visitors.
Broader Implications: The tightened visa regulations reflect a broader move by UAE authorities to enhance oversight and ensure financial transparency. However, the sudden changes have caught Indian travelers and travel agencies off guard, leading to calls for more predictable and traveler-friendly processes.
For now, the allure of Dubai&mdash;with its iconic skyscrapers, world-class shopping, and luxurious lifestyle&mdash;remains as strong as ever. Yet, the dream of experiencing this Gulf city has become notably harder to achieve.
Travelers and industry stakeholders are hopeful for a recalibration of the new rules, seeking a return to the ease and reliability of the past.

A Dubai man reportedly bought an entire island worth $50 million for his wife so she could privately wear a bikini at the beach.
Homemaker Soudi Al Nadak shared a video on Instagram claiming her millionaire husband Jamal Al Nadak bought the island fo

Dubai Man Buys Private Island For $50 Million So Wife Can Wear Bikini

A Dubai man reportedly bought an entire island worth $50 million for his wife so she could privately wear a bikini at the beach.
Homemaker Soudi Al Nadak shared a video on Instagram claiming her millionaire husband Jamal Al Nadak bought the island for her.
Saoudi is originally from UK and has been married to the Dubai businessman for three years. As her video went viral, netizens praised the husband's gesture. But the couple also faced criticism for 'showing off' their wealth.

A Dubai man reportedly bought an entire island worth $50 million for his wife so she could privately wear a bikini at the beach.

A Dubai man reportedly bought an entire island worth $50 million for his wife so she could privately wear a bikini at the beach.
Homemaker Soudi Al Nadak shared a video on Instagram claiming her millionaire husband Jamal Al Nadak bought the island for her.
Saoudi is originally from UK and has been married to the Dubai businessman for three years. As her video went viral, netizens praised the husband's gesture. But the couple also faced criticism for 'showing off' their wealth.
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Modern world slavery or creative marketing? internet divided after model poses as mannequin

As the video went viral on social media, some praised it for its bold and creative marketing approach, while others were quick to condemn the model&rsquo;s assignment likening it to 'Modern World Slavery'.

The internet is divided over a recent viral video showing a model posing alongside mannequins at a Dubai mall. The video features Angelina posing with mannequins at a wedding store in a mall in Dubai.
Standing confidently on a platform at the entrance of Manto Bride store in Dubai Festival City Mall, Angelina is dressed elegantly in one of the store&rsquo;s dresses as she effortlessly transitions through various poses, hoping to catch the eye of passing shoppers.
As the video went viral on social media, some praised it for its bold and creative marketing approach, while others were quick to condemn the model&rsquo;s assignment likening it to 'Modern World Slavery'.

Globally, around 128,000 millionaires are anticipated to relocate in 2024, with the UAE and the USA being the top destinations

Indian millionaires expected to depart for UAE: Report

Globally, around 128,000 millionaires are anticipated to relocate in 2024, with the UAE and the USA being the top destinations

Approximately 4,300 millionaires are expected to leave India this year, with many choosing the UAE as their destination, according to an international investment migration advisory Henley &amp; Partners report.
This follows last year's report, which noted that 5,100 Indian millionaires moved abroad. India, now the fastest-growing economy in the world, is projected to rank third globally in terms of millionaire migrations, after China and the UK. Also read/watch - <a title="SEBI approves Ola Electric's Rs 5,500 crore IPO" href="https://www.editorji.com/business-news/markets/sebi-approves-ola-electric-s-rs-5-500-crore-ipo-1718880361616">SEBI approves Ola Electric's Rs 5,500 crore IPO</a>
Despite overtaking China as the world's most populous nation, India's net millionaire exodus is less than 30% of China's.
Globally, around 128,000 millionaires are anticipated to relocate in 2024, with the UAE and the USA being the top destinations

Following a 94-metre wakeskate across the water, Brian Grubb jumped off the Guinness World Record-holding infinity pool that sits at an astounding 294-metre height above sea level.

Watch: World's First WakeBASE jump - Brian Grubb's historic 294m Dubai infinity pool leap

Following a 94-metre wakeskate across the water, Brian Grubb jumped off the Guinness World Record-holding pool that sits at an astounding 294-metre height.

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<h2>Following a 94-metre wakeskate across the water, Brian Grubb jumped off the Guinness World Record-holding infinity pool that sits at an astounding 294-metre height above sea level.</h2>

Brian Grubb, an American wakeskating icon, recently achieved a groundbreaking feat, blending drone wakeskating with BASE jumping in a unique project. He embarked on this adventure from the world's highest infinity pool, located 294 meters above sea level on the sky bridge of Dubai's Address Beach Resort.
Grubb performed a breathtaking 94-metre wakeskate across the rooftop pool, propelled by a drone. Following this, he executed a daring jump from the pool's edge, transitioning into a 77-story BASE jump, culminating in a successful landing on the beach.
This event, named WakeBASE, fulfilled a dream Grubb had nurtured for seven years, marking an unprecedented achievement in the realm of extreme sports. Grubb expressed his exhilaration, noting the combination of technological innovation and his enhanced BASE jumping skills made this possible in Dubai, resulting in the most thrilling wakeskate maneuver of his career.

Iraq's prime minister has ordered an investigation into how a bear escaped from its crate aboard an Iraqi aircraft as it was due to depart from Dubai airport

Bear escapes from cargo hold at Dubai airport, here's what happened next

Iraq's prime minister has ordered an investigation into how a bear escaped from its crate aboard an Iraqi aircraft as it was due to depart from Dubai airport

Passengers onboard an Iraqi Airways flight from Dubai to Baghdad were left disgruntled after a bear escaped from its crate in the cargo hold of the plane just as it was about to take off from the airport.&nbsp;
A video of the August 4 incident caused a stir on social media.&nbsp;
Iraqi Airways denied blamed for the bear&rsquo;s escape and said that it worked with authorities in the United Arab Emirates to sedate the animal and remove it from the plane.
A video clip circulating on social media showed the plane's captain apologising to passengers for August 4&rsquo;s takeoff delay because of the bear's escape from its crate in the cargo hold.
Iraqi Airways said procedures to transport the bear were carried out in accordance with the law and with procedures and standards approved by the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
Iraq&rsquo;s prime minister has ordered an inquiry into the incident.&nbsp;
(with AP inputs)
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The accused, identified as Rajinder Singh of Jalandhar, was arrested upon arrival, police said on May 15.

Air hostess molested on Dubai-Amritsar flight by drunk passenger: Punjab police

The accused, identified as Rajinder Singh of Jalandhar, was arrested upon arrival, police said on May 15.

In yet another case of misbehaviour on a flight, a man has been arrested for allegedly molesting an air hostess while drunk.
The incident took place on a Dubai-to-Amritsar flight on May 13, 2023.
The accused had a heated argument with the air hostess when he allegedly molested her. She informed the flight crew who notified the Amritsar control room.&nbsp;
The accused, identified as Rajinder Singh of Jalandhar, was arrested upon arrival, police said on May 15.
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Both South Asia and Western Europe are close to achieving pre-pandemic levels in terms of tourism volumes, it added. 

This middle east country hosted 6.12 lakh visitors from India during Jan-Mar quarter

Both South Asia and Western Europe are close to achieving pre-pandemic levels in terms of tourism volumes, it added.&nbsp;

Dubai hosted 6.12 lakh visitors from India during the January-March quarter this year, a sharp uptick of 62.76 per cent compared to the same period last year, Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) said.
The Middle East country hosted 3.76 lakh visitors from India during the corresponding quarter in 2022, according to the latest data published by DET.
Overall, Dubai welcomed 46.7 lakh international overnight visitors in the first quarter of 2023, compared to 39.7 lakh tourists during the same period in 2022, marking a 17 per cent YoY growth.
According to DET, the majority of the regions have demonstrated a significant increase in the first quarter of 2023, compared to the same period in 2022, while four regions have fully recovered and surpassed Q1 2019 levels - CIS and Eastern Europe, MENA, Americas and Australasia.
Both South Asia and Western Europe are close to achieving pre-pandemic levels in terms of tourism volumes, it added.&nbsp;

The Indian Consulate in Dubai confirmed that four Indians were among the victims.

4 Indians among 16 dead in Dubai building fire

The Indian Consulate in Dubai confirmed that four Indians were among the victims.

Four Indians, including a couple from Kerala, were among 16 people dead after a massive fire broke out in a residential building in Dubai that also injured nine others, officials said on Sunday.
The fire broke out on the fourth floor of the building in the Al-Ras area, one of the oldest parts of Dubai, and began spreading to other areas, they said.
Sixteen people died and nine others were seriously injured, officials said.
The Indian Consulate in Dubai confirmed that four Indians were among the victims.

Watch: Pilot executes daring stunt, does ‘world-first’ landing of aircraft on helipad in Dubai

Watch: dubbed as 'world's first,' pilot lands aircraft on narrow helipad in Dubai

Watch: Pilot executes daring stunt, does ‘world-first’ landing of aircraft on helipad in Dubai


The landing has been marked as a feat due to the limited width of the helipad's circumference, which is about 27 metres

In what has been dubbed as the world's first, a Polish pilot safely landed his modified aircraft on the narrow helipad of the iconic Burj Al Arab hotel in Dubai.
The landing has been marked as a feat due to the limited width of the helipad's circumference, which is about 27 metres.
Red Bull Motorsports which shared the daring stunt video have hailed it as the world's first. Pilot and aerobatics expert Luke Czepiela from Poland reportedly did 650 practice landings before the attempt. It's also learnt that he&rsquo;s the first pilot to land on the helipad and had been preparing for the challenge for two years.
The video shows the plane touching down on the narrow helipad, and after initial hiccups, the plane comes to a halt and takes off from there.
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The third-seeded Russian has now beaten Djokovic five times in nine encounters.

WATCH Highlights: Novak Djokovic suffers first loss of 2023 as Medvedev advances to Dubai final

Daniil Medvedev ended World No. 1 Novak Djokovic's quest for a sixth Dubai Championships crown with a 6-4, 6-4 win in the semis.

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Novak Djokovic suffers first loss of 2023 as Medvedev advances to Dubai final

The third-seeded Russian has now beaten Djokovic five times in nine encounters.

Daniil Medvedev ended Novak Djokovic's quest for a sixth Dubai Championships crown with a 6-4, 6-4 win against the top seed to set up an all-Russian final against defending champion Andrey Rublev.
The third-seeded Russian has now beaten Djokovic 5 times in 9 encounters but this was the first time since their 2021 US Open final where Medvedev also triumphed.
It was the first defeat of 2023 for Djokovic, who came into the match on a 20-match winning streak.
The Serbian was broken twice in the opening set, breaking Medvedev once, and the world number one was then broken again in the opening game of the second set.
Medvedev, who is making his third appearance in Dubai, will be playing for his third title in as many weeks in the final.
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Sania Mirza retired from tennis, having won 6 Grand Slam titles - 3 in women's doubles and 3 in mixed doubles.

Indian tennis great Sania Mirza retires with first round loss in Dubai WTA event

A disappointing end to a wonderful career. 
Indian tennis ace Sania Mirza retired from the sport with a first-round exit at the Dubai Tennis Championships.

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Indian tennis ace Sania Mirza retires after first round loss in Dubai WTA event

Sania Mirza retired from tennis, having won 6 Grand Slam titles - 3 in women's doubles and 3 in mixed doubles.

Not the farewell every Indian was expecting.
Tennis ace Sania Mirza retired from the sport with a first-round loss at the Dubai Tennis Championships.
Sania, who had already announced that she'll be retiring after the WTA event in Dubai, lost in straight sets alongside her partner, USA's Madison Keys.
The Indo-American duo was just no match for the Russian pair of Veronika Kudermetova &amp; Liudmila Samsonova, going down 4-6, 0-6 in just a little over an hour.
Sania, who finished runners-up with compatriot Rohan Bopanna in the Mixed doubles event at the Australian Open, bowed out with 6 Grand Slam titles to her name, 3 in women's doubles and 3 in mixed pair event.
She will go down as India's most successful female player to date, having achieved a world ranking of 27 back in 2007.
Sania the legend, will forever stay special for all Indian tennis fans.
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36-year-old Sania was competing in Dubai, alongside doubles partner Madison Keys, but lost her first-round match to bring her glorious 22-year career to a close.

'Really grateful for the career' - Sania Mirza bids adieu to tennis

"I just feel a lot of gratitude. I feel really grateful for the career I've had and for the life I've had" - Sania Mirza on her retirement from Tennis

#SaniaMirza #Sania

36-year-old Sania was competing in Dubai, alongside doubles partner Madison Keys, but lost her first-round match to bring her glorious 22-year career to a close.

Former doubles world number one Sania Mirza said she is "really grateful" for her career and experiences after officially retiring from the sport on Tuesday.
The 36-year-old from India was competing in Dubai, alongside doubles partner Madison Keys, but lost her first-round match to bring her glorious 22-year career to a close.
One of India's most celebrated athletes, Sania turned pro in 2003 before going on to win 43 WTA doubles titles - six of which were Grand Slam titles, and also won the season-ending WTA Finals in successive years, 2014 and 2015 with Cara Black and Martina Hingis, respectively.
She won three of her majors in consecutive tournaments with Swiss legend Martina Hingis.
The duo, nicknamed 'SanTina', took victory at Wimbledon and the US Open in 2015, before the Australian Open in January 2016.
Her other three majors came in mixed doubles, two with compatriot Mahesh Bhupathi in Australia in 2009, and Roland Garros in 2012, before winning the US Open with Brazil's Bruno Soares in 2014.
Mirza was ranked no.1 in doubles for a total of 91 weeks and was the top-ranked Indian in singles for over a decade, peaking at no. 27.
In 2018, she gave birth to son Izhaan and became another woman to successfully return to the sport after maternity leave.

Amid reports of his death in June 2022, his family had tweeted that he is not on ventilator, but going through a difficult stage where recovery was not possible.

Pervez Musharraf dies: Pakistan ex-dictator passed away at Dubai hospital, say reports

Former Pakistan dictator Pervez Musharraf no more: reports Musharraf breathed his last at Dubai hospital: reports 79-year-old Musharraf died after prolonged illness

Amid reports of his death in June 2022, his family had tweeted that he is not on ventilator, but going through a difficult stage where recovery was not possible.

Pervez Musharraf, the former military ruler of Pakistan, passed away at a hospital in Dubai on 5 February 2023, according to reports.
The 79-year-old former dictator was suffering from amyloidosis, and undergoing treatment at American Hospital Dubai, according to Pakistani news reports. Amid reports of his death in June 2022, his family had tweeted that he is not on ventilator, but going through a difficult stage where recovery was not possible.
Musharraf grabbed power in 1999 in a bloodless coup, and served as President of Pakistan between 2001 and 2008. He was in self-exile in Dubai.
Musharraf was born on August 11, 1943 in Delhi. The former president's family moved from New Delhi to Karachi in 1947. He joined the Pakistan Army in 1964 and was a graduate of the Army Staff and Command College, Quetta.
(With PTI inputs)
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Trending: smuggling bid foiled with 2 held for concealing 8 kg gold in undergarments

Based on specific intelligence that gold in paste form was being smuggled into India by a syndicate of passengers who were travelling from Dubai to Mumbai on January 17, surveillance was mounted by a team of DRI officers at Mumbai airport

Foiling smuggling bid, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) officials on Tuesday arrested two passengers from Dubai at the Mumbai airport and recovered gold worth Rs 4.54 crore.
Based on specific intelligence that gold in paste form was being smuggled into India by a syndicate of passengers who were travelling from Dubai to Mumbai on January 17, surveillance was mounted by a team of DRI officers at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Mumbai.
The suspected passengers were identified and intercepted by the team at the airport. A thorough examination of the passengers led to the recovery of 8.230 kg of gold in paste form. The value of the gold is about Rs 4.54 crore, said DRI.
Most of the recovered gold, DRI said, was concealed in the undergarments of the passengers making it extremely difficult to detect.
Two passengers have been arrested in the above case.
Further investigation is underway to identify the others involved in the illegal inflow of gold into the country.
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Mirza who had earlier decided to retire after completing the 2022 season had to delay her plan after she suffered an elbow injury&nbsp;

Sania Mirza to retire in February at WTA 1000 in Dubai

Indian ace Tennis player Sania Mirza has confirmed her plan to retire at the WTA 1000 slated to be held in February in Dubai. 

Mirza who had earlier decided to retire after completing the 2022 season had to delay her plan after she suffered an elbow injury&nbsp;

Indian ace Tennis player Sania Mirza has confirmed her plan to retire at the WTA 1000 slated to be held in February in Dubai.&nbsp; The former doubles no. 1 who had earlier decided to retire after completing the 2022 season had to delay her plan after she suffered an elbow injury that ruled her out of last year's US Open.&nbsp; Australian Open will be her final appearance at the Grand Slams where the 6-time major champion will be participating alongside Kazakhastan's Anna Danilina.&nbsp; While speaking to Curly Tales Middle East, The 36-year-old who is also struggling with a persistent calf issue said, 'my body is beat and that's the main reason for it And I really don't have the capacity in my mind to push for it anymore'

Snake found in Dubai-bound Air India Express flight, probe ordered

Passengers were deplaned safely and the aircraft was fumigated properly before the next operation.

A snake was found in a Dubai-bound Air India Express flight on Saturday. Air India Express Boeing B-737 flight from Calicut to Dubai took off as scheduled and after landing at Dubai airport, the staff reported a snake on board the aircraft.
"Air India Express B737-800 aircraft VT-AXW operated flight IX-343 (Calicut-Dubai). A snake was found in the cargo hold on arrival at Dubai," a senior Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) official told ANI. Passengers were deplaned safely and the aircraft was fumigated properly before the next operation. "Passengers were safely deplaned and airport fire services were informed. The aircraft has been fumigated," another DGCA official told ANI.
The aviation regulatory body, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), has ordered a detailed probe regarding the incident. "DGCA officials investigate the snake incident in the Air India Express plane," said the aviation body. (ANI)

31-year-old Ajay Ogula had moved to Dubai four years ago. He works as a driver at a jewellery store

Dubai based Indian driver wins Rs 33 crore in lottery

31-year-old Ajay Ogula had moved to Dubai four years ago. He works as a driver at a jewellery store

Ajay Ogula, a Dubai-based driver from India, won a prize worth Dh15 million, INR ₹33 crore, in the Emirates Draw.
After winning the lottery prize, Ogula said, "I still cannot believe I hit the jackpot", reported UAE daily, Khaleej Times.
Ogula, who hails from a village in southern India, came to the UAE four years ago in pursuit of greener pastures. Currently working as a driver at a jewellery firm, he earns Dh3,200 ( ₹71,968) every month, Khaleej Times reported.
"I will continue building my charity trust with this amount. This will help many people get the basic needs in my hometown and neighbouring villages," said Ogula.
He said when he broke the news to his family in India of him hitting the jackpot and becoming a millionaire, his mother and siblings did not believe him.
"They will have to believe it now as I will be in the news," Khaleej Times quoted Ogula as saying.
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