Raanjhanaa
Shiraz Uppal & Jaswinder Singh
Business News from Friday, August 21st, 2026
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Hudayriyat Island tops Abu Dhabi property sales
Hudayriyat Island has topped Abu Dhabi’s real estate market in sales value for a second consecutive quarter.
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China launches biggest ever auto recall campaign over door handle safety
Eleven carmakers, including Tesla and Xiaomi, launched software updates and vehicle recalls on Friday, the companies said, in China's largest-ever automotive recall campaign, as regulators tighten scrutiny of emergency door-release systems in EVs.
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Airbus backs down on return-to-office after protests, sources say
Airbus has watered down a drive to reduce remote working after protests from unions including a series of strikes in its Spanish facilities, people familiar with the matter said.
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India's IndiGo systems restored after booking problems for second time this week
The reservation system of India's largest airline IndiGo was restored on Friday, hours after it faced intermittent issues that prevented people from making ticket bookings for a second time this week.
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Free parking in Dubai this FridayPublic parking in Dubai, excluding multi-level terminals, will be free of charge on Friday, August 28 — the public holiday to mark the birthday of Prophet Muhammed (PBUH).
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Dubai Police step up safety and traffic measures for new academic yearDubai Police have drawn up an integrated security and traffic plan to ensure a safe return for students and smoother traffic around schools as the new academic year begins.
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UAE stands in solidarity with Nepal after deadly floods, landslidesThe UAE has expressed its condolences and solidarity with Nepal following floods and landslides that have left dozens dead, injured or missing and caused significant damage.
