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DUBAI, 8th October, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Customs has graduated 33 inspectors, including 24 men and nine women, from the fourth and fifth batches of the Advanced Security Refresher Course under the “Masar 33” programme, aimed at strengthening their skills and readiness to handle customs inspection duties and related risks. The programme comprised 2,725 training hours covering theoretical and practical instruction, field exercises and simulations, with practical training accounting for around 61.38 percent of the total. It also included 628 field exercises and simulations of customs-related scenarios, achieving a 100 percent success rate and demonstrating participants’ readiness to meet operational…

BANGKOK, 8th October, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates and the Kingdom of Thailand have successfully concluded negotiations on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), marking a significant milestone in bilateral relations and paving the way for a new phase of trade and investment cooperation between two of the most dynamic economies in their respective regions. The conclusion of negotiations was announced in Bangkok during a meeting between Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade; Anutin Charnvirakul, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Thailand; and Suphajee Suthumpun, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce of the…

ABU DHABI, 8th October, 2026 (WAM) — Latakia Racecourse in Syria will host the 16th leg of the UAE President’s Cup for Purebred Arabian Horses on Friday, marking the series’ first appearance in the country as part of its 33rd edition. The race will be held during the two-day UAE–Syrian Festival, which begins on Friday and features 15 races for purebred Arabian horses, with 10 scheduled for the opening day and five on Saturday. The event reflects the UAE leadership’s commitment to supporting purebred Arabian horses, developing the racing industry and encouraging owners and breeders to acquire and breed Arabian…

Bollywood actress Tanushree Dutta has reacted to the news of Nana Patekar’s death, saying she needs time before sharing her thoughts on the veteran actor’s passing.Dutta, who had accused Patekar of harassment in 2018, addressed the news in a video shared on her Instagram story.”I’ve heard the news. Today is a work day for me. I’m going to Lucknow for an event, and I want to focus on that,” she said.The actress explained that she had already planned her day around an important event in Lucknow, where she intended to go live on social media and share updates with her…

ABU DHABI, 8th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) is showcasing agricultural and handicraft products made by inmates at correctional and rehabilitation centres during Global Food Week 2026. The Department’s pavilion features dates grown at correctional and rehabilitation centres, alongside handmade crafts, artworks and traditional heritage products. The participation highlights the Department’s efforts to equip inmates with practical and vocational skills through training and rehabilitation programmes aimed at supporting their reintegration into society. Visitors can explore different varieties of dates produced at the centres’ farms, as well as handicrafts made by inmates, demonstrating how the programmes…

ABU DHABI, 8th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI) and the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) have signed a cooperation agreement establishing a new institutional framework to deepen ties between the Abu Dhabi and Indian business communities, broaden companies’ access to opportunities and markets, and create practical channels for trade, investment and private-sector collaboration. The agreement was signed during the India–UAE Business Forum in Mumbai, organised by Abu Dhabi Chamber in collaboration with FICCI as host partner, with the participation of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and the…

There are actors who become stars and then there are those who become an experience. Nana Patekar belonged to the latter category. His unmistakable voice, piercing gaze, raw intensity and extraordinary ability to command a scene made him one of Indian cinema’s most distinctive performers. He could make audiences uncomfortable with a single stare, move them to tears with a moment of vulnerability and, as an entirely different generation would discover, leave them in splits with his impeccable comic timing.On October 8, Patekar passed away at his residence in Goa following a reported cardiac arrest. He was 75.His passing brings…

There are moments in life that acquire an entirely different meaning in hindsight. For veteran Indian actor Nana Patekar, one such moment came just four days before his death.Speaking at what would become his final public appearance, Patekar reflected on the uncertainty of life and the importance of making one’s time count. His words have since taken on a particularly poignant meaning following his sudden passing on October 8.Patekar, 75, passed away at his residence in Goa following a reported cardiac arrest, bringing an end to a career that spanned nearly five decades across Hindi and Marathi cinema.On October 4,…

ABU DHABI, 8th October, 2026 (WAM) — UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and President of the Syrian Arab Republic His Excellency Ahmad Al-Sharaa discussed bilateral relations and ways to expand cooperation, particularly in the economic and development fields, during a phone call. His Highness and the Syrian President also exchanged views on a number of regional and international issues, particularly the latest developments in the Middle East and their implications for the region’s future, security and stability. The two sides affirmed the importance of strengthening regional security and stability in a manner that serves the…

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has paid tribute to veteran Bollywood actor Nana Patekar following his death, remembering his performances and contribution to Indian cinema.Patekar died at his residence in Goa on October 8 at the age of 75, after suffering a suspected cardiac arrest.Taking to X, Modi praised the actor’s distinctive screen presence and the characters he brought to life throughout his career.”Few actors possessed the intensity, individuality and unmistakable presence that Shri Nana Patekar Ji had,” he wrote.He also praised Patekar’s versatility and creativity, saying the actor had given audiences characters that would be remembered for generations.Modi went…