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Ramola Talwar Badam

Ramola Talwar Badam

Senior National Reporter
Dubai
Ramola writes in-depth features on maritime piracy, migrant labour, protection of women and minors from trafficking and abuse, teenage suicides, disability access projects, financial debt, fire safety and transport projects. Ramola worked for more than 12 years with the South Asia bureau of the Associated Press and reported on terrorist attacks, religious riots, earthquakes, politics, crime, business, sport and all things Bollywood.
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Priya Pinto's book draws on her experience of losing her 39-year-old husband and rebuilding a life for their children. Antonie Robertson/The National
Dubai widow channels her grief into a book to help bereaved families

Priya Pinto shares her family's story from grief to resilience to help others deal with the death of a loved one

UAESeptember 25, 2024
GDRFA officials are urging visa overstayers to legalise their presence in the UAE. Victor Besa / The National
UAE extends exit pass validity for visa amnesty seekers

People whose visas expired have until October 31 to make their stay legal or leave

UAESeptember 24, 2024
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, said events provide platforms to connect people as he approved the plan. Photo: Dubai Media office
Sheikh Mohammed approves Dh10 billion for Dubai Exhibition Centre

Expansion plan will create the region's largest indoor events venue with 180,000 square metres covering 26 halls spanning 1.2km on a single level

UAESeptember 23, 2024
A gathering of UAE leaders, religious heads, government officials and residents watch the new 3D film that charts the history of the temple from conception to inauguration. Photos: Baps Hindu Mandir
Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi records 1.3 million visitors since opening

Officials prepare for surge in number of worshippers ahead of festivals including Diwali

UAESeptember 16, 2024
Ummer Kummali and his wife Jameela received Dh5 million in compensation to pay for the treatment of their son Shifin. Ruel Pableo / The National
Dh5m payout for delivery rider two years after crash left him paralysed

Shifin Kummali's parents say payout will bring relief but they will 'never recover from terrible tragedy'

UAESeptember 09, 2024
Officials helping violators during the second day of visa amnesty at the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs Dubai in Al Awir area in Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National
'Nobody left behind’: major push to tackle visa issues as amnesty begins second week

Major drive continues to renew passports, verify identity and issue travel documents required to start the visa amnesty process

UAESeptember 08, 2024
UAE cyclist Ahmed Al Badwawi is making his debut at the Paralympics Games in Paris. Photo: Mohammed Al Murawwi
Emirati Paralympic cyclist proud to represent UAE in Paris

Ahmed Al Badwawi has his eyes on more glory after the Paris Paralympics 2024

UAESeptember 03, 2024
Officials in the men section taking finger prints for out pass during the visa amnesty at the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs Dubai in Al Awir area in Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National
UAE visa amnesty sees thousands turn out to legalise stay

The two-month initiative started on Sunday and is open for people with expired residency and visit visas

UAESeptember 01, 2024
Vivi Wu says a hotel apartment is convenient because housekeepibg is part of the deal and she does not have to pay for the internet or water and electricity. Chris Whiteoak / The National
My Dubai Rent: Family opts for JLT serviced hotel apartment

Location and ease of living are non-negotiable considerations for a Chinese family who call Jumeirah Lakes Towers home

UAESeptember 01, 2024
Filipino JB hopes his overstay fines are waived in a visa amnesty from Sunday. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Dh100,000 in fines: Filipino says amnesty is a 'blessing'

Former businessman will be among those applying to amend residency status on September 1

UAEAugust 30, 2024
Emirati Paralympic judo athlete, Maryam Al Dhanhani, is set to make history in Paris. Photo: Mouh Al Mouh
‘I see from my heart’: Visually impaired Emirati to make history in Paralympic judo

Maryam Al Dhanhani keen to show her ‘superpower’ at the Paris Paralympics 2024

UAEAugust 28, 2024
Solidarity and unity was on display at a gathering of Ukrainians in Abu Dhabi to mark their country's independence day on Saturday. Photo: Ruel Pableo for The National
Spirit of solidarity unites Ukrainians in UAE

Hundreds of Ukrainians meet in Abu Dhabi to mark the country’s independence day

UAEAugust 25, 2024
Bangladeshi citizens attend their country's embassy in Abu Dhabi to make plans to settle their residency status ahead of a two-month visa amnesty starting on Sunday, September 1. Victor Besa / The National
UAE visa amnesty: Embassies ready for high demand

Missions open on Saturdays and consular officials travel across the country to spread the word that penalty for expired visas will be waived

UAEAugust 25, 2024
Licypriya Kangujam aims to take the concept of a kiosk she started on her school grounds to campuses around the world to reject single-use plastic. Photo: Licypriya Kangujam
Indian campaigner, 12, wins award for sustainable swap shop

Young climate champion wants to take her mission to fight plastic pollution worldwide

UAEAugust 19, 2024
The UAE has set out strict punishments for companies found in breach of labour laws. The National
Tough new UAE labour law to protect workers' rights

Experts said further measures are needed to tackle recruiters taking life savings from people

UAEAugust 14, 2024
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