Abu Dhabi

Deshhit: First Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi is all set to get its first Hindu temple with the foundation stone laying ceremony of the place of worship going to be held in April

Feb 12, 2019, 21:38 PM IST

Deshhit: Hindi becomes third official court language in Abu Dhabi

In a landmark decision, Abu Dhabi has included Hindi as the third official language used in its courts, alongside Arabic and English, as part of a move designed to improve access to justice. Watch this video to know more.

Feb 11, 2019, 21:32 PM IST

Steve Smith, David Warner bans to end during Pakistan ODIs

Smith and Warner are eligible for selection again on March 29, meaning they can be called up for the fourth ODI against Pakistan.

Feb 11, 2019, 13:05 PM IST

Abu Dhabi includes Hindi as third official court language

This is aimed at helping Hindi speakers to learn about litigation procedures, their rights and duties without a language barrier.

Feb 10, 2019, 12:12 PM IST

AFC Asian Cup: UAE protest over eligibility of Qatar players dismissed on day of final

The United Arab Emirates Football Association (UAE FA) had protested the eligibility of Almoez Ali and Bassam Al Rawi, who helped Qatar reach their maiden final at the continental championship against Japan. 

Feb 01, 2019, 17:43 PM IST

5th Asian Cup title would be a major step for Japan, says captain Maya Yoshida

Yoshida believes that, the success of the campaign in Russia combined with a victory over Qatar at Zayed Sports City would give the team a major profile boost back home.

Jan 31, 2019, 17:30 PM IST

Qatar won't be distracted from final by eligibility row, says coach Felix Sanchez

On the eve of the Asian Cup final between Qatar and Japan, the United Arab Emirates had formally questioned the eligibility of Almoez Ali 22, and Iraqi-born defender Bassam Al Rawi, 21.

Jan 31, 2019, 16:55 PM IST

Sebastian Coe to stand for second term as IAAF chief

The 62-year-old Briton was elected to the position in Beijing in 2015 amidst a storm of doping scandals and has spent much of his term trying to battle the use of banned substances in the sport.

Jan 31, 2019, 14:47 PM IST

Russian, Mexican promoters back Formula 1 rights holders

Formula One's commercial agreement with teams expires at the end of 2020 with talks underway for a potential transformation of the sport, with plans for budget caps and more equal distribution of the revenues.

Jan 30, 2019, 14:30 PM IST

Gulf tensions boil over at Asian Cup as Qatar oust UAE

The crowd of 38,646 at the Mohammed Bin Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE, was hostile to the Qatar side. 

Jan 30, 2019, 09:51 AM IST

Watch: UAE expats celebrate India's 70th Republic Day

After the flag-hoisting ceremony, Vipul greeted people gathered at the Consulate and read out Indian President Ram Nath Kovind`s speech to the nation.

Jan 26, 2019, 15:35 PM IST

AFC Asian Cup 2019 India vs Thailand: How the action unfolded

India recorded a 4-1 win against Thailand in their opening clash of the AFC Asian Cup 2019 following a brace by striker Sunil Chhetri who further enjoyed quality support from Jeje Lalpekhlua and Anirudh Thapa.  

Jan 06, 2019, 18:04 PM IST

Ability to bounce back key for NZ going forward- Kane Williamson

New Zealand beat Pakistan by 123 runs in Abu Dhabi on Friday to clinch a 2-1 series victory, their first away to Pakistan since 1969, just days after they had been hammered in the second match in Dubai by an innings and 16 runs.

Dec 08, 2018, 16:31 PM IST

Yasir Shah quickest bowler to pick 200 Test wickets, shatters 82-year record

Shah dismissed Will Somerville to achieve the record in his 33rd Test, beating Australian leg-spinner Charrie Grimmett who achieved the same tally in 36 Tests against South Africa in 1936. 

Dec 06, 2018, 13:57 PM IST

Remember me as a fighter, says departing Fernando Alonso

 Fernando Alonso may return in some role or other but the chances of him again gracing the Grand Prix racetrack are remote.

Nov 25, 2018, 14:12 PM IST

New Zealand's Wrecker-in-chief against Pakistan Ajaz Patel has Indian-origins

The 30-year-old finger spinner was named as the man of the match following his excellent bowling spell in the second innings, where he recorded figures of 5/59. 

Nov 19, 2018, 17:05 PM IST

Kiwis crumble against Pakistan's precision attack in Abu Dhabi

Pakistan's bowlers showed controlled aggression and intelligence to skittle out New Zealand for 153 on day one of the first Test in Abu Dhabi on Friday.

Nov 16, 2018, 22:18 PM IST

Bharat: Salman Khan calls Abu Dhabi his second home

The star-studded cast and crew of the Bollywood film completed their shoot in Abu Dhabi after an intensive 15 days of filming which included 10 Indian superstars and spanned across three locations.

Nov 04, 2018, 18:33 PM IST

Pakistan vs Australia: Australian bowler Mitchell Starc sees Abu Dhabi green-top as a mirage

The left-armer was made to toil on a typically lifeless pitch in the drawn first test in Dubai, grabbing only a solitary wicket while conceding 108 runs for more than 40 overs. 

Oct 15, 2018, 19:31 PM IST

Ramit Tandon tames top seed to win Abu Dhabi Open

India's Ramit Tandon on Sunday toppled number one seed Omar Abdel Meguid of Egypt to win the Abu Dhabi Open, his third title on the Professional Squash Association (PSA) tour.

May 06, 2018, 17:24 PM IST