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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit is aimed at strengthening ties with the UAE. AFP

Indian Prime Minister Modi to make official visit to the UAE on Friday

Indian leader to travel to Emirates, before four-nation tour of Europe

Eid Al Adha holiday announced for Dubai's private schools

Most pupils are back, but some are still studying remotely, creating a complex juggling act for schools. Chris Whiteoak / The National

UAE schools look to bounce back but nurseries feel financial squeeze

'Modify your routine': Doctors urge caution ahead of scorching summer

President Sheikh Mohamed and Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke on the phone on Monday. Abdulla Al Neyadi / UAE Presidential Court

President discusses Iranian attacks with Zelenskyy

Thousands of Emiratis prepare to take part in Hajj pilgrimage this month

Dubai's Salik reports revenue drop and 13 million fewer journeys through tolls

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UAE receives first shipment of Nvidia's advanced AI chips

Sheikh Mansour discusses Middle Eastern security with Erdogan

President Sheikh Mohamed congratulates the winners. Hamad Al Kaabi / UAE Presidential Court

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