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Dubai Duty Free COO Receives Scotch Whisky Industry Honour
At a traditional ceremony held in the Scottish Highlands, Ramesh Cidambi, Dubai Duty Free’s Chief Operating Officer, was made a member of the ’Keeper of the Quaich’ by the Scotch Whisky Society.
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Right Health Marks International Yoga Day With Yoga Session For Blue-Collar Workers
Right Health, the largest and fastest-growing value healthcare provider in the region, organized a one-hour-long yoga session for blue-collar workers from Amana Steel Buildings Contracting (Amana) to mark International Yoga Day on 21 June.
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30 Companies Take Part In Dubai Future Accelerators Programme
Dubai Future Foundation has announced the launch of the 6th cohort of Dubai Future Accelerators, DFA, programme, with some 30 local and global companies working closely with the government entities in Dubai.
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Appointment Of Elie Tohme As Chief Healthcare Officer
Noor Takaful is pleased to announce the appointment of Elie Tohme as Chief Healthcare Officer.
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Dubai Healthcare City Organizes Its 13th Blood Donation Drive
To mark World Blood Donor Day, Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC) organized, yesterday, its 13th blood donation drive to help meet the demand for blood in the UAE and raise awareness of the need for regular blood donations.
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India’s Largest Fitness Chain Cult.Fit Enters UAE
Integrated healthcare platform cure.fit launched its new fitness revolution centre, cult.fit in Dubai at Palm Strip Mall. Headquartered in Bengaluru India, the holistic healthcare company was founded in 2016 by Mukesh Bansal and Ankit Nagori with the aim to address preventive healthcare.
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UAE Residents Welcome Government Steps To Renew Their Dependents Visa Of Over 18 Years Old
The issuing of free tourist visa for the children below 18 years accompany with their parents is a greatly welcomed steps and this will further boost the tourism in the country and further boost the confidence of the trading and tourism business, informed Mr Kamal Vachani, Group Director.
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Microsoft Launches Cloud Services In UAE
The launch of Microsoft cloud services in the UAE confirms the UAE’s leading role in the ICT sector and as one of the world’s leading hubs of digital transformation in all sectors.
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Fashion Forward Dubai Collaborates With UAE-Based Technology Company Zbooni To Bring Fashion To Your Fingertips
Fashion Forward Dubai has selected UAE-based social commerce platform Zbooni as its technology partner to enable "shop-now" buying at its next four-day edition, taking place at Dubai Design District (d3) from 30 October until 2 November.
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Best Takaful Company UAE 2019 Award
We are proud to be recognised as Best Takaful Company UAE by the Global Banking and Finance Review for the second consecutive year. We thank our valued customers and partners for their trust in us.
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Dubai More Popular And Expensive Than Ever With Travelers
A recently released survey on travel had good and bad news for those who work in the tourism trade in Dubai.
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DFSA Suspends Licence Of Rasan Capital Limited
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), the independent regulator of financial services conducted in or from the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).
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RTA Launches National Competencies Qualification Programme
Roads and Transport Authority announced the launch of the National Talents (HIPO) Development Programme for enhancing the competencies of High Potential national employees.
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SAWA Rights Management Launches Insight TV On 2nd Platform In MENA, MyHD.
SRM launches Insight TV, the world’s leading 4K UHD HDR broadcaster and producer of native UHD content, across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) on My-HD, MENA’s first and only low-pay direct-to-home HD Pay-TV platform in the region.
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Thales Reinvents The Inflight Experience With Best And Most Secure 4K Technologies
Thales will be the first IFE supplier to deliver 4K screens to the full cabin and its latest technologies guarantee the best 4K inflight entertainment experience on the market.
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Dubai International Financial Centre Announced Proposed New Data Protection Law For Public Consultation
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, has proposed the enactment of legislation to enhance the regulatory framework in the DIFC, bringing it in line with international best practice.
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Ministry Of Possibilities’ Department Of UAE Talent Adopts Executive Plan
Noura Al Kaabi, Minister of Culture and Knowledge Development, chaired the first meeting for the Department of UAE Talent of the Ministry of Possibilities.
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DPC And Facebook To Hold Region’s First Facebook News Forum
Dubai Press Club,DPC, together with Facebook, will organise the region’s first Facebook News Forum on Wednesday, June 19 in Dubai.
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Emirates Mars Mission Science Week To Shed Light On Hope Probe
The Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre,MBRSC, will launch the Emirates Mars Mission,EMM, Science Week during the first week of July, at the Emirates Towers Youth Hub. Science Week is an EMM initiative, the first Arab space exploration mission to an outer planet.
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MBRSG To Host 20th International Conference On Digital Government Research
The Mohammed bin Rashid School of Government, MBRSG, will host the 20th Annual International Conference on Digital Government Research, dg.o 2019, in Dubai.
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Dubai Customs Boosts Productivity Through AI Based System
The engine, developed in-house by Dubai Customs, uses Artificial Intelligence, AI, to boost productivity, reduce costs and make clients happier and more satisfied towards the fulfilments of Dubai bold plans and vision.
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High-Level Mission From Mainland China, Hong Kong Explores Opportunities In UAE
A high-level joint business and professional mission from China and Hong Kong have congregated in Dubai for a two-day business programme that focused on cooperation and investment opportunities in the UAE.
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Stellar Growth In Number Of Romanian Visitors To Dubai
Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing, Dubai Tourism, has reported a steady incline in tourism volumes from Romania, welcoming 29,670 overnight visitors in the first three months of 2019.
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TRA Delegation Visits Denmark To Learn About Digital Transformation Practices
A delegation from the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) chaired by H.E. Hamad Obaid Al Mansoori, TRA Director General, visited the Kingdome of Denmark to learn about its practices in smart cities and digital transformation.
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Dubai Gears Up To Boost Strategic Advantages As Global Investment Hub At World Forum For FDI 2019
The World Forum for FDI is one of the world’s premier events on FDI, attracting hundreds of leading corporate executives, site consultants, experts and dealmakers since 2003.
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Alberto Rubio Wins The 26th Dubai Duty Free Golf Cup
The rolling fairways of the Earth Course at Jumeirah Golf Estates played host to the 26th annual Dubai Duty Free Golf Cup on Friday, 14th June. On what was a hot and humid day in Dubai, 92 players took to the field in search for the Dubai Duty Free Cup.
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Slovenia To Showcase Bee Tourism At Expo Dubai 2020
Home to over 10,000 beekeepers, 12,500 apiaries and nearly 170,000 hive colonies, bees have played a huge role in Slovenian culture for centuries.
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Emirates NBD Dubai Economy Tracker
May survey data for Dubai’s private sector non-oil economy continued the recent twin themes of strengthening output growth and weak job creation. Total business activity increased at the strongest rate since the series was first compiled in 2010.
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Regulation Of Numbers Would Help Dubai’s Restaurant And Cafe Industry Thrive In The Long Term
Dubai’s restaurant and cafe industry needs a series of taxi-style regulations this summer - to prevent a potentially damaging oversupply of food and drink businesses in the city.
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EIA Acquires 10.22% Stake In ’du’
Emirates Investment Authority, EIA, has increased its stake in Dubai-based firm Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company, du.
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Etisalat Introduces ’Roam Like Home’ For Freedom Postpaid Customers
Etisalat today announced the launch of ’Roam Like Home’ (RLH) services that enable Freedom postpaid customers to continue enjoying local allowances while travelling outside the country.
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DEWA Takes Part In Developing EFQM Model 2020
The European Foundation for Quality Management (EFQM) has selected Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), as one of the organisations that will test the EFQM Model 2020. DEWA organised a workshop to discuss the updated model with its staff.
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TRA Holds An Interactive Live Session On Twitter
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) announced holding a live interactive digital session through its social media account on Twitter (UAETRA).
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RSA Provides Exclusive Discounts To DEWA Customers For Home And Contents Insurance Through DEWA Store
RSA, a leading provider of insurance services in the region, announced its partnership with Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) to provide discounted home insurance premiums to its customers on DEWA Store on its smart app.
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Dubai Maritime Cluster Office And The Irish Maritime Development Office Boost Maritime Collaboration
Under the MoU, DMCO and IMDO will jointly promote trade across global infrastructure and maritime spectrum as well as identify mutually beneficial initiatives in key maritime areas. Both parties agreed as well to work together on open innovation-based initiatives and programs.
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DEWA Launches Tender For 900MW 5th Phase Of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park
The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park is the largest single-site solar park of its kind in the world. It will have a capacity of 5,000 MW by 2030 with investments of AED 50 billion. Through its projects, the park will accelerate Dubai’s expansion of solar power.
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Dubai Duty Free Going ’Back To Where It All Began’ With The 2019 Dubai Duty Free Irish Open
The 2019 Dubai Duty Free Irish Open will be laced with nostalgia for the leading airport retailer’s Executive Vice Chairman and CEO Colm McLoughlin.
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Emirates Islamic Observes World No Tobacco Day
In association with the Ministry of Health and Prevention in the UAE, Emirates Islamic, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, today marked World No Tobacco Day by offering free medical consultations to its employees.
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Dubai International Financial Centre Announces Enactment Of Investment Cell Company Regulations
Dubai International Financial Centre Authority ("DIFC Authority") announced that the Board of Directors of the DIFC Authority has issued the Investment Cell Company ("ICC") Regulations, which came into force on 1 May 2019.
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Dubai International Financial Centre Enacts New Insolvency Law
The newly-enacted law compliments the DIFC’s commitment to international best practice, with the Insolvency Law aiming to balance the needs of all stakeholders in the context of distressed and bankruptcy related situations in DIFC.
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The UAE Participates In The ITU Council Session 2019
A UAE Delegation headed by H.E. Hamad Obaid Al Mansoori, the Director General of the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA), has participated in the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Council Session for 2019.
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Over 1.3 Million Passengers Cross Dubai Ports During Eid Al-Fitr Holiday
More than 1.3 million passengers travelled through air, sea and land ports in Dubai during the Eid-al-Fitr holidays, according to General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai, GDRFA.
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Dubai International Financial Centre Enacts New Employment Law
In his capacity as Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, enacted on 30 May a new DIFC Employment Law, Law No. 2 of 2019, the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).
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Charles Taylor InsureTech Lands In Dubai As It Continues Its Global Expansion
Charles Taylor InsureTech is pleased to announce it has opened an office in Dubai to meet the growing demands for technology-related business transformation programmes in the regional insurance market.
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Emirates NBD’s New Virtual Reality Academy Bolsters Staff Training Capabilities
Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the region has introduced a Virtual Reality (VR) Academy that enables the bank to provide a more intuitive and engaging learning experience for its employees.
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Dubai Hosts Excellence In Oncology Care Conference This October
The Excellence in Oncology Care Conference and Exhibition - EIOC, dedicated to the latest scientific and technology advances in Oncology Care is set to take place from the 17th to the 19th of October, 2019 at the Intercontinental Festival City in Dubai.
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RTA Lifts 4mln Riders During Eid Al-Fitr Holiday 2019
The total number of public transport riders in Dubai during Eid Al-Fitr holiday 2019 reached 3,906,107 riders compared to 3,794,320 riders during Eid Al-Fitr holidays 2018, according to RTA’s official sources.
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AREA 2071 Hosts 20 Global Startups Worth AED42.2 mln
An initiative of the Dubai Future Foundation, AREA 2071 has recently hosted 20 global startups valued AED42.2 million to participate in two renowned global Accelerator Programmes.
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Indian National Joins The List Of Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaires
Mr. Raghu Krishnamurthy, an Oman-based Indian national, has just been added to the long list of Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaires when his lucky ticket no. 2115 in Series 301 was drawn earlier this morning (Tuesday) in Concourse A, Dubai International Airport.
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Dubai Records AED339 Billion Non-Oil Foreign Trade In Q1 2019
Dubai recorded a non-oil foreign trade of AED 339 billion in the first quarter of 2019, announced Dubai customs, registering an increase of seven percent year-on-year from AED316 billion recorded during the same period last year.
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Emirates Islamic Rewards 10 Lucky Kunooz Account Holders With Tesla Cars
Emirates Islamic, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, has rewarded a total of 10 lucky customers with Tesla cars, as part of Emirates Islamic Kunooz Savings account campaign.
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With Smiles, Win A Magical Trip For Four To Disneyland Paris
Smiles, the deals and discount app that provides a wide range of daily deals and lifestyle rewards, is offering customers the chance to win an exclusive and once in a lifetime magical trip for four persons to the happiest place on earth.
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Dubai Islamic Bank Outlines Plans To Acquire Noor Bank
Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB), amongst the largest Islamic bank in the world is set to acquire Noor Bank, enhancing Dubai’s position as the capital of Islamic economy and creating the region’s most powerful Shari’a banking group.
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Emirates NBD Rolls Out Preferential Business Banking For UAE SMEs, Startups On Expo 2020 Dubai Online Marketplace
Emirates NBD, a leading bank in the region and the Official Banking Partner for Expo 2020 Dubai, today announced a customised Expo 2020 Dubai business banking package for UAE-based small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and startups.
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DLD Signs MoU With Etisalat
Dubai Land Department (DLD) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Emirates Telecommunication Group Company PJSC (Etisalat) regarding Ejari system and the Real Estate Blockchain technology.
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TRA Adopts The Interactive Lab Within The Digital Community Participation Mechanisms
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has announced the adoption of the Interactive Lab within the digital participation mechanisms in the UAE community and the enhancement of the Online Service Index (OSI) in all federal government services.
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ENOC Group Secures US$690 Million Term Loan From A Consortium Of Chinese Banks
ENOC Group has secured a five-year US$690 million term loan from a Chinese consortium of banks as China’s biggest financial institutions endorse the Group’s operational and financial health.
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IDEA Education Opens Affordable Nursery In Uptown Mirdif
Parents in Mirdif Dubai will welcome the news that a new nursery located in Uptown Mirdif is offering 20% discount on its fees whilst offering parents two weeks of sports camps throughout the year as part of the deal.
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Emirates SkyCargo Strengthens Pharma Capabilities
Emirates SkyCargo has announced that it boosted its worldwide pharma handling capabilities and infrastructure, in a bid to reinforce its position as the global market leader for the air transport of temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals.
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Emirates NBD Highlights Commitment To Preserving Marine Biodiversity On World Ocean Day
Emirates NBD, a leading financial institution in the region, is celebrating World Ocean Day this year by highlighting its commitment to preserving marine biodiversity, under the bank’s Keep the Creek Clean marine conservation programme.
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Al Tayer Opens Customers And Employees Service Centre At RTA Head Office
HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched Customers and Employees Service Centre at RTA Head Office in Dubai.
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New Patient Network To Support People With Obesity Across ME
A new Patient Network to support people living with obesity, backed by clinicians across the Gulf and Lebanon, is being launched by the World Obesity Federation.
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Under Directives Of Mohammed Bin Rashid, Dubai Municipality Restores, Develops Traditional Markets In Deira
Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, Dubai Municipality today announced the completion of a project to revive the traditional markets of Deira and preserve its distinctive architecture.
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DGCX Records Highest Average Open Interest Since 2016 Following Spike In Indian Rupee Trading
The Dubai Gold & Commodities Exchange (DGCX) saw a spike in Indian Rupee (INR) trading last month as the India election came to a close, leading the Exchange to record a monthly Average Open Interest (AOI) of 406,203 contracts in May, its highest AOI since November 2016.
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Emirates Aviation University Programmes Receive Official Accreditation From Royal Aeronautical Society
Emirates Aviation University (EAU) announced today that its undergraduate and graduate engineering programmes are now accredited by The Royal Aeronautical Society.
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Etisalat’s Eid Gift Comes Early, Huge Increase In Broadband Speeds For Home Customers
Etisalat customers will now experience one of the fastest broadband speeds in the region from the comfort of their homes, enhancing their experience while using multiple smart devices at one time.
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Announcing A Joint Plan For Managing Traffic Movement During Eid Al-Fitr Holiday
Dubai Police and Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced a joint plan for managing traffic movement during Eid Al-Fitr holiday. The plan aims to ease the movement of transit means, road users and pedestrians during the holiday.
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Dubai South To Highlight Key Role Of Dubai’s Advanced Connectivity In Global Trade Growth At Transport Logistic
Dubai continues to lead globally in terms of attracting foreign direct investments (FDI) as it increased by 41% in 2018, valued at AED 38.5 billion considering its pioneering efforts in innovation and digital transformation.
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AED8.3 Billion In Dubai’s Q1 2019 Ramadan Food Trade
Latest statistics from Dubai Customs revealed the value of the emirate’s external trade in Ramadan foodstuff for the first quarter of 2019, which totalled AED8.3 billion.
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51,295 People In UAE, 36 Countries Benefitted Last Year From Zakat Al-Fitr Project
As a part of its annual, seasonal project, the Dar Al Ber Society announced that it was opening its doors to people for paying Zakat Al-Fitr towards achieving the legitimate, social, charitable and humanitarian objectives of their Islamic duty.
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Ministry Of Health: Smoking Quitters Percentage Increased To 122% In Two Years
The percentage of people who quit tobacco products in 2018 increased by 122 percent compared to 2016, according to the Ministry of Health and Prevention, MoHAP.
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Smart Dubai Leads Delegation On Innovation Training Tour Of Silicon Valley
Smart Dubai led a delegation of its employees on a tour of Silicon Valley, California, from 14th to 18th April, 2019, in partnership with Scandinavia’s Innovation Lab, to visit some of the world’s most pioneering companies and explore the next wave of innovation.
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Customers Council Ponders Improving Procedures Of Commercial Advertisement Permits
The Customers Council of Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) discussed the prospects of improving services related to the processing of permits of commercial advertisements and investment services.
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Dubai International Financial Centre Announced Proposed Prescribed Company Regulations And Family Office Regulations For Public Consultation
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, has proposed the enactment of legislation to enhance the regulatory framework in the DIFC.
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’My Skills 12x12 Campaign’ Launched To Boost Advanced Skill Building Among UAE Professionals
Under the directives and in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, the "My Skills 12x12" campaign was launched.
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E-Vision Partners With OSN To Bring ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 To eLife Subscribers
E-Vision, a fully owned subsidiary of Etisalat, signed a strategic partnership with OSN, the region’s leading entertainment network, to obtain rights to broadcast ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 on eLife TV in the UAE.
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A Declaration By The TRA On Huawei’s Products
Huawei confirmed that all its products being sold in the local market, including its stock in warehouses, will not be affected by the recent developments.
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Etisalat Makes Landmark Announcement For Subscribers To Experience The First 5G Network In MENA
First Operator in the region to offer 5G smartphone and service to all customers
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Children’s City Organises Fun Activities For Eid Al Fitr
The Children’s City of Dubai is preparing to celebrate Eid Al Fitr in a big way by organising the most interesting and useful events that attract children and families on the second and third days of Eid to spread happiness among young children and their families.
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Signing MoU With Society For Human Resource Management To Improve Training
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) calling for the two parties to cooperate in the fields of training, career and educational development, and private projects related to human resources.
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50 Year Career Milestone For Colm Mcloughlin In The Duty Free Industry
On 1st June 2019, Colm McLoughlin, Executive Vice Chairman & CEO of Dubai Duty Free, celebrates 50 years in the duty free industry.
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Etisalat Staff Actively Participate In Toy Collection Drive For Needy Kids
Etisalat staff joined hands with Toys With Wings and Emirates Red Crescent for the toy collection drive to bring smiles and happiness to less fortunate children around the world this Eid Al Fitr.
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Mashreq Launches Banking Services On WhatsApp
Mashreq Bank, one of the leading financial institutions in the UAE, has launched banking services on WhatsApp, the world’s most popular instant messaging application. The solution will allow existing as well as potential customers to interact with the bank quickly and easily.
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Dubai Taxi Runs Diverse Events In Ramadan Camp
RTA’s Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC) has recently held the 9th edition of its Ramadan Camp under the theme: Tolerance of Civilisations in UAE.
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UAE First Regionally, Fifth globally : IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook 2019
The United Arab Emirates,UAE, has maintained its regional lead and ranked fifth globally in global competitiveness, according to the World Competitiveness Yearbook 2019.
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ENBD REIT Announces Full Year Results For 31st March 2019
The REIT’s Board of Directors have proposed a final dividend of USD 5,399,754 or USD 0.0215 per share - equivalent to 2% of NAV and 3.81% of the share price - subject to shareholder approval at the Annual General Meeting ("AGM") on 24th June 2019.
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142nd Indian National Wins US$1million At Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire Draw
Mr. Ratheesh Kumar Raveendrannair, a Dubai-based Indian national won a prize of a lifetime as Dubai Duty Free drew his lucky ticket number 1608 in Series 300 to win US$1 million in the Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire Promotion, which was held this morning in Concourse D.
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Technology For Good
Today, the population of the virtual world reached about 3.5 billion, which makes 45% of our real world population. Facebook alone hosts about 2.25 billion people, and soon it will exceed China and India combined in the number of population.
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The Ismaili Centre Dubai Hosts Annual Suhoor
The Ismaili Centre Dubai together with its partners, the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan and the Aga Khan Trust for Culture hosted its annual Suhoor, The Inspiration to Aspire.
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Services Timing During Eid Al-Fitr Holiday 1440 H / 2019 G
Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced new business hours of all related services during Eid Al-Fitr holiday. RTA services affected by the holiday timing include customers’ happiness centres, paid parking zones, public buses, Dubai Metro and Tram, marine transit modes.
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MBRU-AlMahmeed Award Open To Researchers Worldwide
A new cycle of the MBRU-AlMahmeed Collaborative Research Award was announced by Mohammed bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences, MBRU, in line with the UAE National Advanced Sciences Agenda 2031.
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Dubai Sports Council Announce "Intaleq" Training Program For Emirati Youth
The Dubai Sports Council have announced the launch of "Intaleq" program, which will train and prepare Emirati youngsters for their professional career ahead.
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Indian Consul General Visits Dubai Sports Council To Discuss Plans For International Day Of Yoga
His Excellency Saeed Hareb, Secretary General of Dubai Sports Council, met His Excellency Vipul, the Consul General of India in Dubai, to discuss preparations for next month’s International Day Yoga.
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Ethical Insurance Provider Of The Year Award
We are proud to announce that Noor Takaful has been awarded the title of ’Ethical Insurance Provider of the Year’ by MEA Markets, UK at the UAE Business Awards 2019.
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Dedicated Hotline To Ease Payment Of Compensation To Taxi Plate Holders
Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has activated a hotline to facilitate the payment of the final compensation to owners of taxi plates in Dubai.
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Gulf Capital Acquires 70% Of Medica, The Leading Service Provider Of Aesthetics, Cosmetics And Dermatology Equipment And Products In The Middle East
Gulf Capital, one of the largest and most active alternative asset managers in the Middle East, announced today that it has acquired a 70% stake in Medica Holding.
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Etisalat Rewards Devices Festival Raffle Draw Winner With Luxury Car
Etisalat handed over 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class cars to the first and second winners of its Caller Tunes ’Win a Car’ promotion conducted at Etisalat’s main headquarters in Abu Dhabi.
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The UAE Advances From The 104th To The First Rank Globally In The Internet And Telephony Level Of Competition
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) announced that the UAE has made a significant progress in the Internet and telephony level of competition.
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Emirates Islamic Contributes AED 2 Million To Support Emarati Families
Emirates Islamic, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, has contributed AED 2 million to the Dubai Community Development Authority (CDA) from its Zakat Account, to support low-income Emarati families through CDA’s Social Solidarity Fund.
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Honouring 66 Excellent Driving Instructors
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has honoured 66 high-performing instructors across the seven authorized driving institutes and centres in Dubai.
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Eid holiday for private sector starts Ramadan 29th till Shawwal 3rd
Eid Al Fitr holidays for the private sector will begin on Monday, June 3 (29 Ramadan) until 3rd of Shawwal, with work to resume on 4th of Shawwal, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has announced.
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The Region’s Favorite Chocolate Brand Patchi Celebrates 15 Years With Dubai Duty Free
Patchi, the creator of premium chocolate gifting, celebrates 15 years with Dubai Duty Free which played a key role in supporting and promoting Patchi in Travel Retail.
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Government Of Indonesia Celebrates Listing Two Green Sukuk Totalling USD 2 Billion On Nasdaq Dubai
Indonesia intends to use the capital raised by the Sukuk for a variety of projects with an emphasis on sustainable development. One Sukuk is valued at 1.25 billion US dollars and the other at 750 million US dollars.
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Completing 90% Of Tripoli St. Improvement Project
"The project will increase the traffic flow to about 12,000 vehicles per hour in both directions (6000 vehicles per hour per direction) and reduce the traffic volumes by 30%.
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Acquisition Of 76% Stake In Kribhco Infrastructure Limited (KRIL) In India
Hindustan Infralog Private Limited (HIPL), a joint venture between DP World and the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF), announces the acquisition of a 76% stake in KRIBHCO Infrastructure Limited (KRIL).
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Empower Connects 10,650 Refrigeration Tonnes To Royal Atlantis Resort & Residences For Its Expansion
Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower), the world’s largest district cooling services provider, announced that it has connected 10,650 Refrigeration Tonnes capacity of cooling service to the Royal Atlantis Resort and Residences.
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DEWA Invites Local And International Companies To Benefit From Investment Opportunities At WETEX And Dubai Solar Show
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has invited local and international companies and organisations specialised in energy, renewable energy, water, the environment, to participate and display their products and services at the 21st Water, Energy.
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RTA And SERCO Join Hands In Support Of Year Of Tolerance
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and SERCO Middle East - the operator of Dubai Metro and Dubai Tram - have signed an agreement for supporting the Year of Tolerance through ’RTA Foundation.’
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Dubai showcases new venues, hotels, offerings at IMEX Frankfurt
Dubai Business Events, DBE, the city’s official convention bureau, showcased Dubai’s state-of-the-art facilities, infrastructure and renowned hospitality sector at IMEX
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More than 300 take part in NAS Jiu-Jitsu
More than 300 of the country’s best grapplers, both Emirati and expatriates, were at the Nad Al Sheba Sports Complex on Thursday, competing for gold in 31 different categories of the NAS Jiu-Jitsu Championship.
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Statement Of Mattar Al Tayer In Commemoration Of Zayed Humanitarian Day
"Celebrated on 19th of Ramadan each year, Zayed Humanitarian Day has become an inspiration for the values of giving and tolerance instilled by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.
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Distributing Ramadan Rations To 500 Needy Families In Dubai, Sharjah And Ajman
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) launched an array of Ramadan-oriented events highlighted by the annual Ramadan Rations initiative for distributing Ramadan supplies to 500 underprivileged families of students at the National Charity Schools in Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman.
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100 Media And Social Media Personalities To Participate In Emirati Media Forum
Dubai Press Club (DPC) is all set to hold the fifth edition of the Emirati Media Forum (EMF) on May 25, with the participation of 100 distinguished media and social media personalities.
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The UAE National Portal’s Page Views Surpasses 20 Million
H. E. Hamad Obaid Al Mansoori, Director General, TRA, says, "This huge number reflects the electronic presence of the UAE in the age of digital transformation, where the national portal represents the UAE Government on the internet.
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Exhibition Of Architecture And Design Works By AUS Graduating Class Of 2019 To Be Held At Dubai Design District
An award ceremony will be held at 9 p.m., followed by the official exhibition opening at 10 p.m. for an audience of invited guests representing the design industry and cultural community.
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Signing A MoU With TATA To Support Research & Development In Smart Monitoring Of Drivers’ Conduct
The system monitors the conduct of motorists in terms of over-speeding, veering and sudden braking. The app captures and transfers data related drivers’ conduct to servers where it will be analysed using artificial intelligence applications to verify drivers’ violations.
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DMCC Engages With International Business Communities To Attract FDI
DMCC, a Government of Dubai authority on commodities trade and enterprise, has completed three roadshows this month visiting Sweden, the United Kingdom and China highlighting the opportunities available for companies seeking expansion to global markets through Dubai.
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Emirates NBD Lauded For Digital Transformation At Infosys Finacle Client Innovation Awards
Emirates NBD, one of the leading banks in the region, continues to receive industry recognition for its leadership in digital innovation, winning three awards at the recently held Infosys Finacle Client Innovation Awards 2019.
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Sarwa.co Launches Halal And Socially Responsible Investing Portfolios
Sarwa - The first regulated hybrid robo-advisor in the region catering to young professionals - has launched its Halal and Socially Responsible Investing (SRI) portfolios and has lowered the minimum to open up an account to US$ 500.
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Construction Of Expo 2020 Dubai’s Petal-Shaped Thematic Districts Completed
Expo 2020 Dubai has announced that the construction of its petal-shaped Thematic Districts is now complete, marking one of the most significant milestones on the road to welcoming the world to the UAE.
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Al Tayer Honours 4085 Volunteers Contributing 23 Thousand Hours To RTA’s Initiatives
HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), honoured 4085 volunteers; 3669 from outside RTA, and 416 from RTA including 38 posted in leading positions.
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Financial Markets Tribunal Upholds The DFSA’s Withdrawal Of Royal Shield Ltd’s Licence
The Financial Markets Tribunal (FMT) has affirmed a decision by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) to withdraw the licence of Royal Shield Ltd to carry on Financial Services in or from the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).
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Ministry Of Health & Prevention Reinforces UAE As An Attracting Destination To Internationally Pioneer Visiting Consultants
He pointed out that the Visiting Consultants Office is developing a list of pioneer names of consulting doctors who proved their competency in providing advanced therapeutic solutions.
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DFM to organise international investor roadshow in New York from10th June
The DFM Roadshow will provide representatives of nine companies listed on the DFM and Nasdaq Dubai the opportunity to showcase their business development and growth strategies.
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Indian National Wins 2nd Luxury Car In Dubai Duty Free Finest Surprise Promotion
Two Indians and a Pakistani national became the latest winners in Dubai Duty Free’s Finest Surprise promotion, which was drawn today in Concourse C of Dubai International Airport.
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Etisalat Exclusively Offers Microsoft’s Latest Xbox One S All-Digital Edition In UAE
Etisalat is set to thrill UAE gamers with its exclusive launch of the Xbox One S all-digital edition, which is now available across all Etisalat stores in the UAE, through www.etisalat.ae, and My Etisalat UAE app.
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TRA Launches A Series Of Charitable Initiatives For The Holy Month Of Ramadan
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has launched a series of Ramadan charitable initiatives with the participation of its employees in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
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Dubai International Holy Quran Award Announces Top Ten Winners
The Dubai International Holy Quran Award (Dihqa) announced the top ten winners of the 23rd edition at the Dubai Chamber on Sunday.
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Easy Payment Of Taxi Fare Transactions Clocks 3.2m In First Quarter Of 2019
Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) revealed that the payment of taxi fare through electronic means (nol and credit cards) for taxis operating in Dubai had hit 3,199,323 transactions in the first quarter of 2019 year.
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Indian Superstar Launches One8 Fragrances In Dubai
Known for setting the cricket pitch ablaze with his consistent performances, Indian Cricket icon Virat Kohli has now set his eyes on the world of fragrances.
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Customers To Co-Drive Innovation With Emirates NBD’s New ’Better Together’ Community
Emirates NBD, one of the leading banks in the region has embarked on a pioneering initiative that will engage and empower customers to co-drive innovation at the bank.
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Dubai’s Holiday Home Market Is Ahead Of The Curve
The holiday home market is heating up in Dubai, with significant growth driven by the increasing influx of foreign and Arab tourists opting for the high level of service that the emirate provides in this sector.
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Dubai Cares, IPA Partner To Support African Publishing
Kenya and Morocco have been identified as initial focus countries, with other beneficiary countries to be announced at a later stage.
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Ramadan Promotion: 300% Bonus Of The Recharge Value From Etisalat To Share The Spirit Of The Holy Month Of Ramadan With Your Loved Ones
Ramadan is a month of spiritual reflection and a special time for family and friends to come together to strengthen their bonds.
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Emirates Islamic To Offer UAE Nationals Home Finance Solutions Under Sheikh Zayed Housing Programme
The partnership strengthens Emirates Islamic’s support of the UAE government’s vision to offer adequate, high quality housing to citizens.
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Dubai Duty Free Signs Strategic Agreement With Tencent To Enhance Chinese Tourist Experience
The agreement aims to leverage Tencent’s expertise and digital platforms in China, while building upon Dubai Duty Free’s global status as a retail destination, in order to boost the retail operator’s integrated marketing outreach in China.
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Electricity Saving Of 21.7 GWh In 2018 Through LED Lighting Units
Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has achieved electricity saving as much as 21.7 GWh in 2018, which is a reduction of 9,340 tons of carbon emissions through replacement of conventional HID lamps by LED lighting units.
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Empower Connects 10,650 Refrigeration Tonnes To Royal Atlantis Resort & Residences For Its Expansion
Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower), the world’s largest district cooling services provider, announced that it has connected 10,650 Refrigeration Tonnes capacity of cooling service to the Royal Atlantis Resort and Residences, at Palm Jumeirah.
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Dubai Healthcare City Organizes An Exchange Program With Macao To Advance Cam Specialties
The program comes on the back of an agreement signed between Dubai Healthcare City Authority (DHCA), the governing body of DHCC, and GMTCM in September last year to exchange knowledge and expertise in order to advance the field of CAM in the free zone.
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Union Properties Reappoints Al Ramz Capital As Liquidity Provider
Union Properties, the leading property developer in the UAE and master developer of MotorCity, has reappointed Al Ramz Capital, a subsidiary of Al-Ramz Corporation Investments and Developments PJSC, as its liquidity provider following approval from Dubai Financial Market (DFM).
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The TRA Celebrates The World Telecommunication & Information Society Day
The UAE Telecommunication Regulatory Authority (TRA) celebrated the World Telecommunication & Information Society Day under the theme "Bridging the Standardisation Gap".
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DEWA Organises Open Meeting For SME Suppliers
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) organised an open meeting with its suppliers from small and medium enterprises (SME), in line with its commitment to strengthen partnerships with its suppliers who contribute to the excellence of its operations.
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Al Tayer Launches I-Counter To Serve Customers 24/7
He revealed that transactions processed through smart self-service machines saw an immense increase of as much as 324% between 2017 and 2018.
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DFM Achieves 97% Compliance In Listed Companies’ Disclosure Of Q1-2019 Results
Dubai Financial Market (DFM) today announced that its listed companies have recorded a 97% compliance regarding the disclosure of Q1-2019 results within the deadline of 45 days from the end of the period.
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Dubai Taxi Offers Umra Trips To Drivers
Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC) is offering Umra trips to 25 taxi drivers during this Ramadan. The step, which coincides with the Year of Tolerance, reflects the keenness of DTC to bring happiness to drivers during the holy month of Ramadan.
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Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre Opens Registration For 22nd IAA Humans In Space Symposium
Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) announced opening early registration for the 22nd session of the International Academy of Astronautics (IAA) Humans in Space Symposium.
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Hosting Consumer Protection Seminar
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) recently hosted an awareness-raising seminar focused on consumer protection. The Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai ran the event. The seminar mainly focused on RTA field inspectors.
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DFM Rebounds 3.5 Percent
Dubai Financial Market General Index rebounded in Tuesday’s trading session, closing up 3.5 percent to 2,613 points, underpinned by real estate and banking blue chips.
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Organizing Government Innovation Lab To Maximise Returns Of Technological Resources
Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has held a government innovation lab entitled: "Towards a Quantum Shift in Technical Services: Maximising Returns of Technological Resources".
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Majid Al Futtaim Lists World’s First Benchmark Corporate Green Sukuk On Nasdaq Dubai
Majid Al Futtaim today rang the market-opening bell at Nasdaq Dubai to mark the listing of the world’s first benchmark corporate Green Sukuk and the first Green Sukuk issued by a corporate in the region.
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Football Legends Andy Cole And Dwight Yorke Delight People Of Determination
About 40 people of determination were recently given a rare opportunity to meet with Manchester United football legends Andy Cole and Dwight Yorke in Dubai.
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DMCC Tradeflow, TradeAssets To Mitigate Risk Of Online Transactions
DMCC, a Free Zone for commodities trade and enterprise, today announced its collaboration with TradeAssets, the first blockchain-powered trade finance e-marketplace of its kind for banks.
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The Hottest Travel Trends in 2019
Travel trends for this year involve getting in with the locals, like really getting in with them.
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SHUAA Capital progressing with potential combination with ADFG
The Company is going through final stages before regulatory and shareholder approvals will be sought.
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Dubai’s RTA Launches Inspire Us With A Shot Contest To Expose The Charm Of Marine Transport
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) launched the inaugural edition of ’Inspire with a Shot’ contest, in collaboration with the Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award (HIPA).
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DMCC Forms Strategic Alliance With China Gems And Jade Exchange
DMCC, the world’s leading Free Zone for commodities trade and enterprise, announced today that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the China Gems and Jade Exchange (CGJE), creating a strategic alliance with China’s official trading platform for gemstones and jade.
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Emirates NBD Recognised As Best Retail Bank In The Middle East By The Asian Banker
Emirates NBD, a leading financial institution in the region has bagged four prestigious titles at The Asian Banker’s International Excellence in Retail Financial Services 2019 Awards.
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UNHCR, Ibn Battuta Mall launch ’Be the light for refugees’ for Ramadan
The programme includes a model of a Refugee Housing Unit, allowing visitors to experience the journey of refugees through virtual reality devices
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