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The ministry said the updated calendar is part of ongoing efforts to improve operational efficiency and enhance services provided to pilgrims throughout the season

The updated calendar also introduces mid-term breaks for public and private schools following the government curriculum

The decisions have disrupted travel plans for thousands of passengers and prompted rerouting of several flights

The timings apply to Customer Happiness Centres, public transport, paid parking zones, marine services, and technical testing centres

The UAE Council for Fatwa convened to determine the sighting of the Dhu Al Hijjah moon

The Kuwaiti government had also earlier announced the declaration of a public holiday in observance of the festival

The Abu Dhabi-based airline said the planes were expected to join the fleet starting in 2028

The train is expected to reduce travel time between the two emirates to just 30 minutes

Workplaces of an “unconventional” nature may determine their holiday schedules at their own discretion

Regarding the Eid Al Fitr holidays, the days off have been prescribed in accordance with the Royal directives of Sultan Haitham bin Tarik