The UAE joined the trade ministers from the BRICS group as they met in India to discuss ways to strengthen the multilateral trading system, improving trade resilience and market connectivity, as well as supporting SMEs amid growing challenges to global commerce owing to Strait of Hormuz shutdown.
Riyadh Air has launched its inaugural flight to Mumbai, marking its entry into the Indian market and becoming the airline’s eighth scheduled destination just eight weeks after commencing operations.
India is rapidly emerging as one of the world's most sought-after source markets for MICE and luxury travel, with global destinations and hospitality brands intensifying efforts to attract the country's high-spending corporate and premium leisure travellers.
Abu Dhabi Airports has expanded its network with the launch of three direct Air India Express services from Zayed International Airport to key Indian destinations - Navi Mumbai, Indore and Lucknow - thus increasing capacity on one of the world's busiest travel corridors.
Euroairlines has appointed Aeroprime Group as its exclusive Cargo General Sales Agent (GSA) for India and Passenger GSA for the UAE, strengthening its presence in key aviation markets.
Dubai Chambers has announced that it has signed an agreement with India's National Association of Software and Service Companies (Nasscom) to advance co-operation in Agentic AI and support the growth and expansion of Indian companies specialising in these technologies in Dubai.
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre in Abu Dhabi welcomed 3,127,607 guests during the first half of 2026, further reinforcing the mosque's position as a global beacon that brings together its religious, cultural, and community missions while reflecting the vision of the UAE in promoting the values of tolerance, coexistence, and openness to the world.
Indian engineering and construction conglomerate Larsen and Toubro said its subsidiary L&T Energy Hydrocarbon Offshore has secured an ultra-mega order, valued at over Rs150 billion ($1.57 billion) - from a major client in the Middle East for the development of multiple offshore facilities.
Emirates will launch A380 services to Delhi from October 25, expanding Premium Economy across six Indian cities. Kolkata will also receive Airbus A350 operations, enhancing passenger comfort and choice on India routes.
Vedanta Oil and Gas Limited (VOGL) has been recognised among India’s Best Workplaces 2026 in the Energy, Oil & Gas industry by Great Place to Work India, marking the company’s seventh consecutive year receiving the certification.
