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      Ramola Talwar Badam

      Ramola Talwar Badam

      Senior National Reporter
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      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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      Mohd Adil Khan will collect Dh25,000 a month for the next 25 years after winning the FAST5 Emirates Draw. Antonie Robertson / The National
      Architect in Dubai wins Dh25,000 a month for next 25 years

      Mohd Adil Khan will fulfill dream of bringing his family from India to live with him in the UAE

      UAEJuly 27, 2023
      A man pours water over a worker's head amidst soaring temperatures in Dubai on July 24, 2023. (Photo by Karim SAHIB / AFP)
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      ScienceJuly 26, 2023
      Sachini Perera, a Sri Lankan national record holder in the pole vault, works in Dubai as a housemaid to support her family. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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      Pole vault star Sachini Perera wants 'to fly again' by winning international medals

      HeritageJuly 21, 2023
      BAPS Hindu Mandir, Abu Dhabi. The first marble carvings being placed in the main area of the temple. Victor Besa / The National
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      Abu Dhabi Hindu temple to open for prayers on February 10 next year

      Marble and pink sandstone temple will be open to public for worship on February 18

      UAEJuly 20, 2023
      Ukraine plans to transport grain via road and rail to European ports after Russia pulled out of the critical Black Sea grain deal. Reuters
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      EXCLUSIVEUkraine to send grain by rail as Russia ends Black Sea deal

      Ambassador to UAE says work under way to expand Danube ports to keep ‘lifeline’ food supplies open

      EuropeJuly 17, 2023
      Sudeesha Sandeepani recently arrived in the UAE from Sri Lanka and works as a cashier at a Dubai restaurant. Pawan Singh / The National
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      Sri Lankans in UAE speak of keeping lights on back home amid crisis

      More than 150,000 have headed overseas, mainly to the GCC, this year alone after economic collapse that forced removal of Gotabaya Rajapaksa as president

      UAEJuly 16, 2023
      Construction has begun on a giant ring-shaped wooden roof at Expo 2025 Osaka's site. Expo 2025
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      Construction begins on 'Grand Roof' in Osaka for Expo 2025

      Visitors to the Expo 2025 Osaka will be able to walk on a 2km ring that ‘connects with the sky’

      HeritageJuly 12, 2023
      Athari Al Hosani, pictured right is a guest services executive at Burjeel Medical City. Photo: Burjeel Medical City
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      UAE nationals say they relish the opportunity to learn from others and develop their talents

      UAEJuly 11, 2023
      Sculptors in Indian villages work on elaborate sandstone and marble carvings that will be seen at the Baps Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi when it opens in February next year. Photo: Baps Hindu Mandir
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      Watch artisans bring UAE’s first hand-carved Hindu temple to life

      Sculptors in India chisel intricate figures that are then shipped to be fitted in Abu Dhabi

      HeritageJuly 07, 2023
      Private companies that fail to meet Emiratisation targets face further fines from today. Getty Images
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      Private companies who miss Emiratisation deadline face fines

      A reminder of tough action with penalties of Dh100,000 to Dh500,000 levied on employers who falsify numbers

      GovernmentJuly 07, 2023
      The multiple-entry tourist visa is expected to boost visitor numbers to the country. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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      Who is eligible for UAE's five-year multiple-entry tourist visa?

      The permit works as a self-sponsored visa as individuals can apply for it themselves and their families

      GovernmentJune 29, 2023
      A R Rahman believes the Firdaus Orchestra can achieve greater heights Getty
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      Oscar-winning composer says ensemble is challenging stereotypes about music and women in Middle East

      UAEJune 25, 2023
      Emirati Mohammed Al Zarooni is a veteran wheelchair basketball player who plays in the current UAE national team. World Trade Centre, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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      UAE wheelchair basketball star on lookout for new players

      Emirati athlete Al Zarooni calls on parents to encourage children with disabilities to embrace sport

      HeritageJune 22, 2023
      An aerial view of the Expo 2020 Dubai site that has been transformed into Expo City Dubai after the six-month megaevent ended
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      How will the World Expo 2030 host be chosen?

      We break down the process to select one of Saudi Arabia, Italy, South Korea or Ukraine as the venue

      HeritageJune 20, 2023
      Pupils at the Russian International School in Dubai are drawn from 14 countries including Russia, Ukraine and Belarus. Pawan Singh / The National
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      EducationJune 19, 2023
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