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Got a dispute in Dubai? New initiative helps you resolve it peacefully, no court needed

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5 hours ago

April 30, 2025

Dubai Public Prosecution has launched a new initiative called “Reconciliation is Better”, designed to help people settle disputes quickly and peacefully, without the need to go through long legal processes.

Approved by Essam Essa Al Humaidan, Attorney General of Dubai, the plan promotes amicable settlement, where both parties involved in a disagreement are encouraged to reach a fair solution through dialogue instead of court.

The initiative aims to speed up the resolution of disputes, reduce the burden on the courts, and promote a culture of tolerance and social harmony in the community.

Saving Time and Money

Al Humaidan said that this initiative reflects Dubai’s forward-thinking legal approach and supports the goals of the Dubai Plan 2030, which focuses on building a smart, efficient, and inclusive city. He also highlighted that resolving conflicts through understanding and agreement helps build trust and strengthens social ties.

“Choosing reconciliation over legal action saves time and money, while also supporting Dubai’s vision of a safe and united society,” he explained.

Under the initiative, prosecutors can now guide both parties in a dispute toward a lawful and fair settlement, especially when both sides are open to compromise. This method not only promotes faster outcomes but also reduces legal costs and makes the justice system more efficient.

“Reconciliation is Better” is part of Dubai’s broader vision to become a global hub for alternative dispute resolution, using smart and human-focused solutions to address community needs.

(Source: Wam)

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Indian, Pakistani expats win $1 million each in latest Dubai Duty Free Draw

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27 mins ago

April 30, 2025

Michael Gomes

Two expats, an Indian and a Pakistani, have become overnight millionaires in the latest Dubai Duty Free (DDF) Millennium Millionaire draw, with each winning a life-changing prize of $1 million (approx. Dh3.67 million).

Indian Winner Finds Out Mid-Vacation

Biju Therool, a 49-year-old Indian expat who lives in Dubai and works for a retail chain, won in Series 499 of the draw. He bought his lucky ticket (0437) on April 19 at Terminal 2 of Dubai International Airport, just before flying home to Kerala for a vacation.

He is now the 248th Indian national to win $1 million since the DDF promotion started in 1999 — with Indians continuing to be the top participants in the long-running draw.

In Series 498, the prize went to Muhammad Gumman, a Pakistani national based in Saudi Arabia, who bought his winning ticket (2990) online on April 12.

However, DDF officials say they have not yet been able to contact Gumman to inform him of the good news. He is the 26th Pakistani to win the DDF jackpot.

The draw was held on Wednesday at Concourse D of Dubai International Airport.

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UAE fuel prices announced for May: Petrol rises as diesel drops

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42 mins ago

April 30, 2025

Michael Gomes

The UAE Fuel Price Committee has announced the fuel prices for May 2025. While petrol prices saw a slight increase, diesel prices have dropped.

Diesel will cost Dh2.52 per litre, a decrease from Dh2.63 last month.

Super 98 petrol will cost Dh2.58 per litre, up from Dh2.57 in April.

Special 95 petrol will cost Dh2.47 per litre, slightly higher than the previous price of Dh2.46.

E-Plus 91 petrol will be priced at Dh2.39 per litre, a slight rise from Dh2.38 in April.

The monthly fuel price updates in the UAE are linked to global oil market movements. This latest decrease aligns with a recent drop in international crude oil prices and is aimed at keeping domestic fuel costs stable.

The updated prices include the 5% VAT and are applicable at all fuel stations across the UAE. The next fuel price update is expected at the end of May.

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Girls outshine boys as CISCE announces ICSE, ISC 2025 results, CBSE to also release results soon

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4 hours ago

April 30, 2025

Michael Gomes

There’s cause for celebration among Indian students and families in the UAE, as the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) officially announced the ICSE (Class 10) and ISC (Class 12) board exam results for 2025 on Wednesday.

This year, a total of 99,551 students appeared for the exams across both levels, and an impressive 98,578 candidates passed, reflecting the continued high standards of the CISCE board. Once again, girls outperformed boys, with a pass percentage of 99.45% compared to 98.64% for boys.

The results are now available online through the CISCE’s official portal, cisce.org and results.cisce.org. Students can log in using their unique ID and index number to access and download their scorecards.

For those without internet access, the council has also made provisions. Students can receive their results via SMS by sending their details in the prescribed format to 09248082883, or access their digital marksheets through the DigiLocker platform.

The ICSE Class 10 exams were conducted from February 18 to March 27, while the ISC Class 12 exams took place between February 13 and April 5, 2025.

CISCE has also opened the rechecking window for students who wish to review their answer sheets. Applications for rechecking can be submitted online until May 4, 2025.

Meanwhile, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is expected to release Class 10th and 12th results for the academic session 2024-25 in the first half of May.

(Source: HT)