Virendra Saklani

Chief Visual Journalist

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Meet the first UAE shoppers to snag the new iPhone 17

Excited buyers rush for iPhone 17 Pro Max, with cosmic orange the clear favourite

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Rush for buying new iphone at Dubai mall store.

Asia Cup 2025: India defeat Pakistan by seven wickets

Catch the key highlights from the Group A match held at Dubai International Stadium

India’s Surya Kumar Yadav and Shivam Dube celebrate their victory against Pakistan in the DP World Asia Cup match at Dubai International Stadium on Sunday.

India beat Pakistan by 7 wickets: Highlights in pics

Catch all the highlights — from fan energy to star players in Asia Cup clash

Indian and Pakistani fans together enjoy the India vs Pakistan clash at Dubai International Stadium during the DP World Asia Cup on Sunday.

Asia Cup 2025: Dubai fans enjoy Pakistan–Oman showdown

Fans arrived hours early, in jerseys and waving flags, to cheer both teams

Dubai International Stadium came alive on September 12, 2025, as Pakistan faced Oman in a group-stage match of the Asia Cup. Fans from both countries filled the stands, creating a vibrant sea of green, red, and white as flags waved and chants echoed around the venue.

Asia Cup 2025: India, UAE cricket fans unite in Dubai

Fans arrived hours early, in jerseys and waving flags, to cheer ahead of the first ball

The India vs UAE clash at the Asia Cup 2025 brought the Dubai International Cricket Stadium alive with colour, energy, and celebration. Cricket lovers from both nations filled the stands, making the match an actual festival of sport.

Asia Cup 2025: India gears up at Dubai stadium

India fine-tune strategies in Dubai as Asia Cup 2025 title defense begins.

Indian players Abhishek Sharma, Rinku Singh and Kuldeep Yadav during a training session ahead of their first Asia Cup match against UAE at Dubai International cricket stadium.

Total lunar eclipse: Blood Moon dazzles UAE skywatchers

Breathtaking Blood Moon lights up UAE skies from first shadow to totality

UAE skywatchers captivated by Blood Moon during 2025 lunar eclipse

Khor Fakkan’s Sheesh Park: A peaceful mountain getaway

The 11,362-square metre park also has a 25-metre-high artificial waterfall

Sheesh Park in Khor Fakkan: A serene escape in the mountains

Ajman Museum brings the Emirate’s past to life

Inside, the museum unfolds Ajman’s story through a diverse array of exhibits

The fortified exterior of Ajman Museum blends history with traditional Emirati architecture.

Sharjah Library marks 100 years of knowledge, culture

From Sharjah Fort in 1925 to six branches today, SPL celebrates a century of learning

Sharjah Library 100 years: From Fort origins to cultural landmark

Pakistan cricket team gear up at nets in Dubai

Training camp in Dubai aids bowlers in handling heat and sharpening match strategies

Pakistan’s cricket team is in the middle of an intensive seven-day training camp at the ICC Cricket Academy in Dubai, preparing for the upcoming T20I Tri-Nation Series and the Asia Cup 2025.

Joining a Perseid meteor shower party in UAE

Enthusiasts and stargazers were in for a celestial treat

Enthusiasts and stargazers were in for a celestial treat as the annual Perseid meteor shower returns, with a display of "shooting stars" across the night sky during an event hosted by Dubai Astronomy Group at Jebel Jais in Ras Al Khaimah. Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News

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