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UAE Roads: The Black Point System...
The United Arab Emirates is renowned for the exquisite range of amenities it provides to the citizenry. But the quality of the same is to be maintained by a set of stringent yet apposite regulations to curb the occurrence of discrepancies in resource distribution and further the objectives of growth....
- By, Abhu Nirek
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Traffic safety exhibition arranged...
The Sharjah Police General Headquarters’ Traffic and Patrols Department has organized a three-day traffic awareness exhibition at Al Zahia City Centre. This exhibition was a collaboration with the Sharjah Driving Institute and Rafid Vehicle Solutions Company. It started on 18th July 2022 and ended...
- By, Sunil Ambalavelil
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Regulations for electric scooters...
E-scooter dealers are gaining huge profits as many residents are turning to a combination of public transport and e-bikes for their home-to-office commutes as petrol prices hiked over recent months.E-scooters have become an increasingly popular mode of transport as it is an inexpensive way to travel...
- By, Sunil Ambalavelil
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Dubai Police Campaign Raises Awareness...
Dubai Police has recently launched an awareness campaign to educate and inform cyclists and e-scooter riders in Jumeirah about the rules for safe conveyance. About 207 cyclists and e-scooter riders have been instructed by the Dubai Police for their own safety as well as the safety of others. The campaign...
- By, Rajath R
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Abu Dhabi Traffic Police Reminds...
2,850 traffic law violators last year The Abu Dhabi Traffic Police released a video on their Twitter handle to remind motorists not to jump traffic signals. The high-tech cameras installed on various highways in Abu Dhabi caught 2,850 traffic law violators last year on camera, according to the Abu Dhabi...
- By, Sunil Ambalavelil
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Abu Dhabi Police Warns Motorists...
The Abu Dhabi Police issued a warning that tailgating other vehicles on the Emirate roads of Abu Dhabi will result in a Dh5,400 fine and four traffic black points. Because the infringement is one of the leading causes of traffic accidents in the Emirate, the vehicle will be seized under traffic law....
- By, Ajith Kumar H
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New Digital Portal Lets Residents...
As part of its goals for digital transformation, the Ajman Public Transport Authority (APTA) announced a new version of the digital site for their services. This new update will keep up with digital advances to facilitate the customer's trip in accordance with new standards of government service. Customers...
- By, Sunil Ambalavelil
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Dubai Customs Boosts e-Commerce
A new incentive launched by the Dubai Customs Department will exempt customs fees on goods and commodities worth less than 300 AED. As per the recent update, the Customs Department will put this measure into force from the beginning of 2022. The new incentives also permit logistics companies, rapid...
- By, Sunil Ambalavelil
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Two Million Traffic Violations...
The Traffic and Patrols Department of Sharjah Police announced that there are more than two million different cases related to traffic infractions that are yet to be cleared by motorists. These cases have been unsettled since the year 2003. The Commander-in-Chief of the Sharjah Police, Major General...
- By, Sunil Ambalavelil
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Laws Defining Distribution and...
By Keshav Chandra A great deal of economic activity in the UAE involves distribution of goods. A distribution business in the UAE is defined under law as an operation that involves importing raw materials, components, or finished goods from a foreign individual or company and keeping them...
- By, Sunil Ambalavelil
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Heavy Fines Introduced to Enhance...
Heavy Fines Introduced to Enhance School Bus Safety In view of enhancing safety of school buses, the Abu Dhabi authorities have decided to impose heavy fines and black points to errant drivers who flout the 'School bus stop' signages. Drivers who disregard the sign will be fined Dh. 1000 and will receive...
- By, Sunil Ambalavelil
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Traffic Fines Slashed by Half...
From Sunday, habitual traffic rules violators can heave a sigh of relief though one can not get away with grave offences. The Ajman Police announced a limited time 50% discount on traffic fines as a part of the country’s Golden Jubilee celebrations. The residents of Ajman have been informed that...
- By, Sunil Ambalavelil
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UAE: Electric Car Charger Facilities...
The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) has added new benefits to their EV Green Charger services in a new step to promote sustainable transport in Dubai. All commercial and non-commercial EV (electric vehicle) users can now use the Smart Charging service at more than 300 charging stations...
- By, Sunil Ambalavelil
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UAE: Tripartite Agreement to Apply...
The TIR Carnet or Transports Internationaux Routiers is an International Customs Transit document that allows products to be transported internationally by road or multimodal between countries that have joined the TIR Convention while maintaining a high level of security. To strengthen the strategic...
- By, Sunil Ambalavelil
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India: India Extends International...
Considering worldwide COVID-19 situation, India has extended International Flights Ban till October 31st, while keeping missions like Vande Bharat which brings back Indians stuck abroad intact. According to the Directorate General of Central Aviation or DGCA, this restriction will not apply to international...
- By, Sunil Ambalavelil
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UAE: Plans for Entire Fleet of...
The Roads and Transport Authority says 50 per cent of its fleet are eco-friendly electric or hybrid vehicles and is now aiming to convert the entire fleet to green vehicles by 2027. The total number of hybrid/electric taxis and limousines in Dubai hit 4,683 in 2020. RTA was the first entity in the region...
- By, Sunil Ambalavelil
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