Author: KME Staff
A new dedicated hotline that offers free confidential mental wellbeing guidance has been launched by Dubai Health in collaboration with the Community Development Authority and the Dubai Health Authority. Called the ‘Itma’en’ service, which means ‘rest assured’, it is aimed at making mental health support freely accessible to citizens, residents, and visitors. The ‘Itma’en’ service offers confidential mental wellbeing guidance in both Arabic and English through a free dedicated hotline (800506), providing a safe and welcoming space for individuals to consult experts and seek reassurance whenever they need it. A team of specialists is available to listen, provide professional guidance,…
The UAE Cybersecurity Council (CSC) has warned of the growing threat posed by ‘wiper malware’, which can target individuals and organisations by deleting or damaging data and disrupting systems and services. The council also shared tips to reduce the risks posed.
The International Baccalaureate (IB) has announced new flexible options for students in the Middle East ahead of the upcoming exams in May 2026. The measures include an extension for the coursework submission deadline, an option to transfer registration to another IB World School and even defer their May exams to a later session.
The UAE National Orchestra has released a special musical tribute titled ‘Men, by God, Truly Men’, featuring the poem ‘Rijal Wallah Rijal’ written by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, honouring those who dedicate themselves to protecting the nation.
The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) has cancelled the Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE) and Indian School Certificate (ISC) board examinations across the United Arab Emirates (UAE) amidst the ongoing regional tensions.
India’s Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has further postponed the Class 12 board examinations scheduled from March 12 to March 16, 2026.
India’s Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has decided to postpone the examinations scheduled for 9 March 2026 (Monday), 10 March 2026 (Tuesday) and 11.03.2026 (Wednesday) for Class 12 in the Middle East region.
India’s Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has cancelled all the Class 10 board exams while the Class 12 board examination scheduled for March 7 has been postponed. Revised dates will be announced later.
Several schools have taken to social media to express the deep gratitude of the education community to the UAE Leadership for providing strength, protection and guidance through a calm people first strategy during challenging times of regional tension.
The UAE Ministry of Education (MoE) and the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) have announced early spring break for schools and universities in the UAE starting March 9, 2026 till March 22, 2026.