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RTA in Dubai completes 40 pc of nol digital payment system upgrade
Dubai, March 16: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has completed 40 percent of the nol system upgrade, transitioning from the existing card-based ticketing system to the more advanced account-based ticketing (ABT) technology.
Dubai's Most Noble Number charity auction held in support of Fathers' Endowment campaign raises over AED83.6 million
Dubai, March 16: The Most Noble Number charity auction, hosted this evening in Dubai, has raised AED83,677,000, all of which will be invested to help support the objectives of the Fathers' Endowment campaign.
Dubai lights up with spectacular displays as part of 'RamadanInDubai' campaign
Dubai, March 14: Dubai has been transformed into a vibrant spectacle of light and artistry for the holy month of Ramadan, with shimmering lanterns, intricate motifs, grand installations and light projections illuminating key streets and landmarks across the city.
Mohammed bin Rashid presides over swearing-in ceremony of eight new judges at Dubai Courts
Dubai, March 13: Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, presided over the swearing-in ceremony of eight new judges at Dubai Courts.
Shubman Gill arrives in Mumbai after India's famous Champions Trophy triumph in Dubai
Mumbai, March 11: Batting sensation Shubman Gill arrived in Mumbai on Tuesday after India's historic Champions Trophy win in Dubai against New Zealand.
AWQAF Dubai, Al Jalila Foundation to develop AED 38 million endowment facility at Hamdan Bin Rashid Cancer Hospital
Dubai, March 11: The Endowments and Minors' Trust Foundation in Dubai (AWQAF Dubai) has announced a collaboration with Al Jalila Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), in keeping with the spirit of charity and giving exemplified by Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, through the launch of various humanitarian initiatives during Ramadan.
Contributions to Fathers' Endowment campaign reach over AED 3.3 billion with participation of over 160,560 contributors
Dubai, March 11: The Fathers' Endowment campaign, launched by Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has raised over AED 3.304 billion in contributions since its launch.
Kapil Dev lauds proud of Team India after famous Champions Trophy triumph
New Delhi, March 11: Kapil Dev, the captain of the 1983 World Cup-winning team, is "proud" of the Indian team that etched its name in history by lifting the Champions Trophy in Dubai.
India top source country for FDI into Dubai with $3 billion investment
New Delhi, March 11: India’s foreign direct investment (FDI) into Dubai surged to $3.018 billion in 2024 -- a five times jump from $589 million in 2023, making the country the top investor in Dubai, a report showed on Tuesday.
Don't think there's a better feeling...: KL Rahul on Champions Trophy victory
New Delhi,, March 10: Indian wicket-keeper batsman KL Rahul expressed his views on India's four-wicket victory over New Zealand in the final ICC Champions Trophy 2025. He believes that winning any title is truly the best feeling, and his focus is on winning as many titles as possible. He talked about all the players' hard work in these years and throughout their careers.
Erada Centre becomes first in UAE, Gulf to receive Arab Board accreditation
Dubai, March 10: The Erada Centre for Treatment and Rehabilitation in Dubai announced that it has been accredited by the Arab Board of Health Specialisations as a leading training centre for the Psychiatry Fellowship - Addiction Treatment.
Champions Trophy: Rohit did a marvellous job in captaincy and with his batting, says ex-pacer
Kolkata, March 10: Former India pacer Laxmi Ratan Shukla heaped praise on Rohit Sharma's leadership skills and his batting after Men in Blue beat New Zealand by four wickets in the final to lift their third Champions Trophy title on Sunday.
Victory is sweeter when 1.4 billion hearts celebrate with you: Indian players react after winning CT 2025
New Delhi,, March 10,: After winning the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final against New Zealand at the Dubai International cricket Stadium on Sunday, players from the Indian cricket team have expressed their delight after winning the title.
Ravindra Jadeja wins 'Fielder of the Match' medal after India clinches Champions Trophy 2025 title
Dubai, March 10: Star India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja recieved the best fielder of the match medal for his exceptional fielding skills display during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final against New Zealand at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
Happy we were able to play as a unit: Virat Kohli after winning ChampionS Trophy 2025 title
Dubai, March 10: After winning the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 against New Zealand on Sunday, India's stalwart batter Virat Kohli shared his thoughts on the title win and said that he is happy as the team was able to play as a unit.
Champions Trophy: Players to fly back home separately, Gambhir to arrive on Monday evening
New Delhi, March 10: If one would expect that there would be an elaborate celebration awaiting the Indian team on their arrival at home after winning the 2025 Champions Trophy in Dubai, then that looks highly unlikely.
Champions Trophy: Rj Mahvash celebrates team India's win with Yuzvendra Chahal
Mumbai, March 10: Social media star Rj Mahvash, who raised the eyebrows of netizens after her appearance with cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal at the Champions Trophy Final, is celebrating team India's title win.
Champions Trophy: Virat-Anushka share a warm hug after India's title win in Dubai
Dubai, March 10: India's star batter Virat Kohli had a warm and long hug with his wife and actress Anushka Sharma at the Dubai International Stadium after the Men in Blue clinched the ICC Champions Trophy final after a four-wicket win over New Zealand here on Sunday.
Not retiring from this format yet, says Rohit Sharma after CT 2025 triumph
Dubai, March 10: India captain Rohit Sharma confirmed he is not planning to retire from ODIs after leading India to a four-wicket triumph over New Zealand in the 2025 Champions Trophy final here on Sunday. The right-handed opener raced to 76 runs, with seven boundaries and three sixes to his name, and helped India set the pace for the run chase in tricky Dubai conditions.
Envoys of Singapore, UAE congratulate Team India on winning Champions Trophy
New Delhi, March 10: The envoys of Singapore and UAE congratulated Team India after they defeated New Zealand by four wickets in the final to clinch the third ICC Champions Trophy title.
Captain Rohit Sharma gives special shout-out to India's silent hero after Champions Trophy success
Dubai, March 10: After adding another chapter of success to its rich cricketing history, India captain Rohit Sharma gave a special mention to "silent hero" Shreyas Iyer, who has been a source of stability in the star-studded middle order.
From recreation of 'Gangnam Style' to zest of 'Bhangra', here's how India players celebrated CT success
Dubai, March 10: India's rising sensation and established stalwarts went into a frenzy after scripting history with a victory in the Champions Trophy final against New Zealand in Dubai on Sunday.
Beginning of our dominance: Former India cricket coach Lalchand Rajput
Dubai, March 10: India's historic ICC Champions Trophy 2025 victory against New Zealand in Dubai on Sunday has sparked celebrations across the cricketing world.
Happy how he managed to pull this tournament...: Rohit hails KL Rahul following CT 2025 win
Dubai, March 10: Following India's win over New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy final, Indian skipper Rohit Sharma hailed wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul for the calm he brings to the side while battling the pressure situations, and said he is very happy with his contributions to the team at number six.
Strange thing...: Shoaib Akhtar questions PCB's absence from award ceremony following India's win
Islamabad, March 10: Former Pakistan speedster Shoaib Akhtar raised concerns over the absence of Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) representatives during the trophy presentation of the Champions Trophy 2025 in Dubai.
A very satisfying win: Rohit Sharma after leading India to historic third Champions Trophy title
Dubai, March 10: India captain Rohit Sharma, following the emphatic victory in the Champions Trophy 2025, expressed his gratitude to the fans for their unwavering support throughout the tournament, and called the win "very satisfying".
India lifts third Champions Trophy, President Murmu, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh congratulate team
Dubai, March 9: India made history on Sunday, clinching their third ICC Champions Trophy title with a four-wicket victory over New Zealand in the final in Dubai.
'Aggressive approach unnatural for me but batting depth gives me freedom': Rohit Sharma on CT final knock
Dubai, March 9: Indian skipper Rohit Sharma answered all criticism that has been directed towards him in recent days with a Player of the Match performance in India's four-wicket win over New Zealand in the final of the 2025 Champions Trophy at Dubai International Stadium on Sunday.
'I am over the moon, to be honest': Shreyas Iyer on overwhelming feeling of winning his first ICC tournament
Dubai, March 9: Indian batter Shreyas Iyer was left 'over the moon' after helping India, with a fighting 48-run cameo, to lift their third Champions Trophy title by beating New Zealand by four wickets in the final here on Sunday. Iyer ended the tournament as the second-highest run-getter having scored 241 runs in five matches behind New Zealand batter Rachin Ravindra.
Champions Trophy: Spinners, Rohit and Rahul carry unbeaten India to third title win (ld)
Dubai, March 9: India's spinners called the shots majorly to pick five wickets collectively on a sluggish pitch, while captain Rohit Sharma top-scored with 76 and KL Rahul stayed calm to hit an unbeaten 34 to give India their third Champions Trophy triumph with a four-wicket win over New Zealand in the final at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday.
Champions Trophy: Rohit, Iyer and Rahul carry unbeaten India to third title victory
Dubai, March 9: Captain Rohit Sharma top-scored with 76 while Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul and Hardik Pandya chipped in with important contributions to give India their third Champions Trophy triumph with a four-wicket win over New Zealand in the final at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday.
Champions Trophy: Stars turn up in Dubai to enjoy Ind-NZ final
Dubai, March 9: Spinner Yuzvendra Chahal and Bollywood actor Vivek Oberoi were seen enjoying the ICC Champions Trophy final between India and New Zealand at Dubai International Stadium on Sunday.
Champions Trophy: Looked to stick to stump line and wait for batter to make mistake, says Chakaravarthy
Dubai, March 9: India wrist-spinner Varun Chakravarthy, who picked 2-45 in the 2025 Champions Trophy final against New Zealand, said his aim was to stick to the stump-to-stump line as it was the pitch where the ball turned the least in the three matches he has played in the tournament.
Champions Trophy 2025: India cast spin web to bamboozle Kiwis in final
Dubai, March 9: In a thrilling Champions Trophy final, India's spinners mesmerized the New Zealand batting line-up, restricting them to 251/7 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
Jammu and Kashmir: CRPF Jawan cheer for India ahead of IND vs NZ final in ICC Champions Trophy
Jammu,, March 9: Ahead of the final match between India and New Zealand, CRPF Jawans in Jammu expressed their excitement and support for the Indian cricket team as they celebrated India's victory over Pakistan in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
Champions Trophy 2025: Matt Henry misses out as New Zealand win toss; opt to bat first against India in final
Dubai, March 9: New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner won the toss and opted to bat first in the final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final against India at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday.
West Bengal: Siliguri Municipality sets up giant screen for fans ahead of Champions Trophy final
Siliguri, March 9: Siliguri Municipal Corporation has set up a giant screen for cricket fans ahead of India's clash with New Zealand in the final ICC Champions Trophy.
Positive that India will win, no changes expected in playing XI: says NCA level II coach Arijit Majumder
Kolkata, Match 9: Ahead of Sunday's final clash between India and New Zealand in the Champions Trophy 2025 at Dubai, Arijit Majumder, National Cricket Academy (NCA) level II coach, said he was not expecting any changes in the playing XI and was positive that India would win the match.
Shouldn't take New Zealand lightly: Manoj Tiwary's advice for Team India ahead of Champions Trophy 2025 final
Kolkata, March 9: As India prepares to face New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy final in Dubai on Sunday, former Indian cricketer and Sports Minister of West Bengal, Manoj Tiwary Men in Blue should not take the Blackcaps "lightly" as their fielding is really good from which they can save 20-25 runs.
Champions Trophy: He's led us to victory before, we'll win again, says Rohit's childhood coach Dinesh Lad
Mumbai, March 9: As the two ICC heavyweights, India and New Zealand, will duel for silverware, looking to be crowned the first Champions Trophy winner since Pakistan claimed the prize back in 2017, India skipper Rohit Sharma's childhood coach Dinesh Lad said that the team has come this far in the final to lift the trophy and the collective effort of the Men in Blue will make them victorious.