Ajanta Paul

ajanta@khaleejtimes.com

Ajanta Paul is a Senior Editor on the Digital team. A natural leader and newshound, she thrives in breaking news and high-pressure situations — and enjoys reporting on community issues that matter to UAE residents.

UAE public holidays: Will residents get a 3-day weekend in August for Prophet's birthday?

UAE public holidays: Will residents get a 3-day weekend in August for Prophet's birthday?

Authorities will confirm the holiday dates closer to the occasion after the official moon-sighting

Etihad Rail passengers get up to 25% off on Fujairah hotels; full list of offers

Etihad Rail passengers get up to 25% off on Fujairah hotels; full list of offers

Besides discounts on stays, visitors can enjoy offers on spa treatments, food and beverages, room upgrades, early check-in and late check-out

K2 Airways Sharjah-Karachi cargo plane crash: Crew members identified

K2 Airways Sharjah-Karachi cargo plane crash: Crew members identified

Pakistan's PM Shehbaz Sharif expressed deep sorrow over the incident, and directed authorities to intensify the search efforts

UAE warns shoppers against fake goods; fraudsters face Dh1 million fine, jail

UAE warns shoppers against fake goods; fraudsters face Dh1 million fine, jail

Consumers are advised to buy goods only from trusted stores and verified online platforms, check product details, country of origin and expiry dates, and keep invoices

Abu Dhabi imposes Dh25,000 fine on industrial facility for environmental breach

Abu Dhabi imposes Dh25,000 fine on industrial facility for environmental breach

The fine forms part of EAD's wider enforcement programme designed to safeguard the environment and promote sustainable industrial practices across Abu Dhabi

UAE Central Bank fines foreign bank Dh1.82 million over customer service lapse

UAE Central Bank fines foreign bank Dh1.82 million over customer service lapse

CBUAE said examinations found the bank branch failed to issue a liability letter within the mandatory seven-day period, violating the central bank's regulations

Indian missions in UAE launch online booking for passport and visa services

Indian missions in UAE launch online booking for passport and visa services

Walk-in services are unavailable in Dubai, while the appointments at the Abu Dhabi Embassy will operate on limited hours from 9am to 11am, with priority given to emergency cases

Watch: UAE's Al Fursan lights up US skies in historic Independence Day flypast

Watch: UAE's Al Fursan lights up US skies in historic Independence Day flypast

Crowds across New York cheered as the Emirati formation team soared overhead in a synchronised formation flying to mark the 250th anniversary of US independence

Dubai Police issues travel warning to UAE families: Don't leave children alone

Dubai Police issues travel warning to UAE families: Don't leave children alone

Families should be aware of the child protection laws of their destination before travelling, noting that some countries enforce strict regulations on child neglect

UAE firm fails to formally fire employee; ordered to pay Dh875,700 in unpaid salaries

UAE firm fails to formally fire employee; ordered to pay Dh875,700 in unpaid salaries

The court-appointed expert found no document, letter or email showing that the company had informed the employee that her services had been terminated