Ajanta Paul

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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.

Indian rupee nears record low, investors question RBI's currency policy

Indian rupee nears record low, investors question RBI's currency policy

Markets' uncertainty over the Reserve Bank of India's intentions stems from a divergence of views in the bank over the extent of intervention needed to manage the currency

Air France extends Dubai, Riyadh flight suspensions; full list of affected airlines

Air France extends Dubai, Riyadh flight suspensions; full list of affected airlines

The French carrier said flights to and from Beirut will remain suspended until August 2

Watch: Argentina's Paredes grabs Spain player's throat in ugly World Cup final scene

Watch: Argentina's Paredes grabs Spain player's throat in ugly World Cup final scene

Celebrations after Spain’s World Cup triumph were briefly overshadowed by a heated confrontation involving players and staff from both teams

Pakistan e-Passport launch in UAE delayed: Embassy cites technical issues

Pakistan e-Passport launch in UAE delayed: Embassy cites technical issues

The Embassy clarified that existing Machine-Readable Passport (MRP) services are unaffected by this delay

Argentina vs Spain World Cup final: Kerala announces holiday for schools, colleges

Argentina vs Spain World Cup final: Kerala announces holiday for schools, colleges

The decision came after football-loving students requested a holiday so they could stay up to watch Sunday's title clash

Four Omanis killed in road crash after vehicle collides with tractor-trailer

Four Omanis killed in road crash after vehicle collides with tractor-trailer

Royal Oman Police Air Wing transported the bodies of the victims from the Wilayat of Shalim and the Hallaniyat Islands to the Wilayat of Jalan Bani Bu Ali

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

Abu Dhabi shuts down Al Ain restaurant for repeated food safety violations

Abu Dhabi shuts down Al Ain restaurant for repeated food safety violations

The outlet may resume operations after rectifying its situation, fulfilling all the requirements, and removing the causes of the violation

Indian businessman, Pakistani manager win $1 million each in Dubai Duty Free draw

Indian businessman, Pakistani manager win $1 million each in Dubai Duty Free draw

Following the Millennium Millionaire draw, two more luxury vehicles winners were announced in the Finest Surprise promotion

Buying car insurance online? UAE warns of fake policies sold on social media

Buying car insurance online? UAE warns of fake policies sold on social media

Authorities said residents should purchase policies only through approved digital platforms and licensed providers operating in the UAE