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Ramola Talwar Badam

Ramola Talwar Badam

Senior National Reporter
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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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A still from a video released by ISIS claims to show the gunmen who attacked a mosque in Muscat, killing six people and injuring dozens. Amaq News Agency
Oman mosque attack expected to spur Gulf region against ISIS threat

Experts studying extremist organisations say fatal attack in Muscat bore the hallmark ISIS strategy of trying to divide communities

MENAJuly 17, 2024
ISIS has claimed responsibility for the attack at the Imam Ali Mosque which left nine people dead, including three gunmen, and dozens injured. Photo: The National
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'Non-believers, this is your end': Oman mosque survivors say gunmen chanted as they fired

Attackers used floodlights on roof and had automatic weapons, wounded worshippers say

MENAJuly 17, 2024
Omani police raid a house in Wadi Kabir, on the outskirts of Muscat, on Tuesday, after four people were killed in a shooting at a nearby mosque
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ISIS claims responsibility for attack on Oman mosque that left nine dead

Worshippers tell of barrage of gunfire into mosque compound

GulfJuly 16, 2024
Abdulla Lutfi, an Emirati artist with autism who is well-known for his bold black and white work, asks to treat people with special needs to be treated with love and kindness in a series called PODcast by Gulshan that allows people with disabilities to tell their own story. Photo: The Podcast Office
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Podcast launched in UAE gives voice to people with disabilities

New podcast shares how people with special needs in the UAE handle bullying and overcome adversity with community support

UAEJuly 15, 2024
UAE athlete Ayesha Al Shamshi aims to lead by example and hopes that others with disabilities will watch her to learn how sport can change their lives. Antonie Robertson / The National
UAE women shooters aim for glory at Paralympic Games

Emirati athletes share stories of how qualifying for the Paris Games can drive change

UAEJuly 08, 2024
Travellers on visit visas to the UAE must ensure they have the necessary documents and funds to cover their stay. Pawan Singh / The National
Pakistan envoy urges citizens to abide by UAE visit visa rules

Ambassador says there is no visa ban on Pakistanis but all visitors must have sufficient funds to cover their stay

UAEJuly 04, 2024
Afghanistan fans outside the stadium in Trinidad before their team's T20 Cricket World Cup semi-final defeat by South Africa. Getty Images
Afghan cricket fans in UAE proud despite T20 World Cup defeat

Supporters said their 'small team beat giants' to get to the semi-final

UAEJune 27, 2024
Hamda Al Suwaidi trains with the UAE national ski team at Ski Dubai. Antonie Robertson / The National
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Emirati skiers set sights on Winter Olympics

The UAE national team is attracting attention on the global circuit after swapping sand for snow

UAEJune 23, 2024
Strong historic ties between the UAE and China will form the bedrock of partnerships with the rest of the Arab world, according to the Chinese ambassador to the Emirates. Photo: General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs Dubai
UAE to play crucial role as China increases presence in region, says envoy

Strategic partnerships between the two countries will boost wider co-operation, says Chinese ambassador to Emirates

UAEJune 21, 2024
British software programmer Kriss Harris at his desk in a one-bedroom Dubai Marina apartment. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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My Dubai Rent: Computer programmer opts for one bedroom in ‘best location'

The Dh110,000 apartment in Dubai Marina compliments Kriss Harris’s active lifestyle, with quick access to the gym, running, cycling and walking areas

UAEJune 16, 2024
Reem Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Co-operation and chief executive of Expo City Dubai Authority, has set out ambitious plans for the Expo City Dubai Foundation. Photo: Expo City Dubai
Expo City Dubai Foundation formed to support female entrepreneurs

Organisation aims to support start-ups working to address global issues including water scarcity and health inequalities

UAEJune 07, 2024
BJP supporters from Abu Dhabi watch the election counting in India as Narendra Modi leads. Victor Besa / The National
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Indian citizens in UAE react to Modi's election victory

Congress supporters say it's a call for change while demanding inflation and inequality must be addressed

UAEJune 04, 2024
The programme reaches pupils in 155 UAE public schools who learn Mandarin from nursery until high school and also learn about Chinese music and culture. Photo: Chinese Language Programme
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UAE pupils write letters in Mandarin to Chinese president

President Xi Jinping thanks 'little ambassadors’ for letters of friendship that celebrate 40 years of diplomatic ties

UAEMay 31, 2024
President Sheikh Mohamed presents the First Class Order of Zayed II medal to Ambassador Fatumanava-o-Upolu III Dr Pa'olelei Luteru, permanent representative of Samoa to the UN, and chair of the Alliance of Small Island States. Photo: Presidential Court
Climate threat is close to home for Samoa's Cop28 champion

People who work on the frontlines and won a prestigious UAE award say the world must continue to unite at future climate summits

Cop28May 25, 2024
President Sheikh Mohamed bestowed the First Class Order of Zayed II on a number of climate advocates for offering their expertise and guidance during Cop28. Mohamed Al Hammadi / Presidential Court
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Climate champions awarded for role in success of Cop28

Work of political and indigenous leaders, and policymakers from around the world recognised by Sheikh Mohamed for guiding UAE in delivering landmark climate summit

UAEMay 22, 2024
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