Citizens and expats in Saudi Arabia must present the Passport Department with the Muqeem cards of their employees or dependents who have not returned to Saudi Arabia before the visa expiry date in order to avoid fines, Al-Ekhbariya reported. The Muqeem cards of those who have been sponsored must be presented to the Passport Department within 30 days of the expiry date of the exit-reentry visa expiration date. The department will change the status of the visa to ‘Exited, did not return’ and will mean that employers and expats will avoid legal liability and fines.

A US-based NRI, Amrik Singh, has donated Rs 10 lakh for the renovation of Government Elementary School in Kalewal, Khamano block. The school is now equipped with Wi-Fi system and the children are being provided education through internet and projectors. Amrik Singh, a former student of the school earlier resided in the village before shifting to USA.

A dust storm hit several areas of the UAE on Thursday morning, the National Centre of Meteorology and Seismology (NCMS) said. In a cautionary message, NCMS warned residents of strong winds and dust storms. The dust storms are expected to continue until Saturday night.

The Directorate of Traffic sector of Abu Dhabi Police Central Operations, has urged drivers to have their tyres thoroughly inspected, especially during the summer season. Car drivers are urged to ensure that their car tyres are in good condition to prevent the risk of explosion, particularly from summer heat. Those using unsafe tyres could receive a Dh500 fine, four black points as well as have their vehicle confiscated for one week.