More than 3,370 illegal transport violations were issued in the UAE capital.
According to Abu Dhabi Police, motorists posed and operated as taxi drivers without obtaining the necessary licences.
Violators were given AED3,000 in fine, had their vehicles impounded for 30 days and received 24 black points.
Officers carried out 1,115 inspections in the emirate last year to address the issue, as it violates the country's safety and security standards.
UAE President inaugurates Zayed National Museum
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has inaugurated the Zayed National Museum on Tuesday during the 54th Eid Al Etihad celebrations in Abu Dhabi, with the museum officially open to the public on December 3.
UAE dispatches search-and-rescue teams, relief aid to Sri Lanka
In response to the severe flooding that has struck several regions of Sri Lanka, the UAE has launched urgent humanitarian operations, deploying specialised search-and-rescue teams and sending more than 20 tonnes of emergency relief supplies.
UAE leaders attend official 54th Eid Al Etihad celebration
Under the theme 'United,' UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan was joined by Their Highnesses the Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates at the official ceremony marking the UAE’s 54th Eid Al Etihad.
UAE leaders receive greetings on 54th Eid Al Etihad
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received messages of congratulations on Tuesday, from kings, presidents and emirs across the world, on the occasion of the 54th Eid Al Etihad.
Sharjah Ruler inaugurates Independence Square project
His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, inaugurated the Independence Square project on Tuesday, following an upgrade that included the construction of the Independence Monument, along with the development of the square and surrounding buildings.
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