DUBAI: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) secured a staggering AED69.137 million at the latest open auction of premium vehicle licence plates. The 116th edition of the auction featured 90 premium plates, ranging from two to five digits and including the letters AA, L, N, P, Q, R, S, T, U, V, W, X, Y, […]
Abu Dhabi: The “UAE Stands with Lebanon” national campaign was launched today, with 200 tonnes of aid in 10,000 relief packages prepared by 4,000 volunteers as part of the UAE’s continuous efforts to provide relief and support to the brotherly Lebanese people, and to mitigate the current humanitarian crisis in Lebanon. Sultan Al Shamsi, Assistant […]
MUMBAI: Baba Siddique, a senior leader of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and former Maharashtra minister, passed away on October 12, 2024, after being shot in Mumbai’s Bandra area. He was attacked outside the office of his son, MLA Zeeshan Siddique. Baba Siddique was rushed to Lilavati Hospital but succumbed to his injuries. The police […]
Vedaa: Directed by Nikkhil Advani and produced by Zee Studios, Emmay Entertainment, and JA Entertainment, the film stars John Abraham, Sharvari, and Abhishek Banerjee Global: ZEE5 Global, the world’s largest streaming platform for South Asian content, announces the digital premiere of ‘Vedaa, Samvidhan Ka Rakshak’ on October 10! Directed by the dynamic Nikkhil Advani and […]
A recognition of Aster’s commitment to world-class patient safety standards and healthcare quality Dubai: Aster Hospitals UAE, part of Aster DM Healthcare – the leading integrated healthcare provider in GCC, has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first hospital chain in the country to receive the prestigious accreditation from the Emirates International Accreditation Centre […]
ABU DHABI: The Year of Sustainability, under the tagline “Plan To Action,” has rolled out several exciting events and activities aimed at the public, focusing on four main areas: green transportation, reducing water and energy use, responsible consumption, and wise planting. These events, designed to involve both individuals and organizations across the UAE, aim to […]
The General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat, in collaboration with the Mohamed Bin Zayed University for Humanities, has launched the “Localization of Imams” programme. This initiative aims to train and qualify Emirati imams and preachers, focusing on developing citizens in various Sharia fields. Running for four months, the programme includes 25 participants and […]
DUBAI: Ahead of welcoming its new Airbus A350s, Emirates has invested around US$48 million in cutting-edge equipment and systems to enhance pilot and cabin crew training. This move showcases the airline’s commitment to maintaining top-notch standards in crew training. The new training suite includes three full flight simulators, a fixed base training device, a cabin […]
SHARJAH: The 11th Sharjah International Film Festival for Children and Youth (SIFF) continues to impress, with its captivating films, engaging workshops, and insightful discussions and Palestine lit up Day 3. This year, the festival celebrates Palestine as the Guest of Honour, running until October 12. Attendees are treated to a special focus on Palestinian cinema, […]
BAKU, Azerbaijan: On the sidelines of a pre-COP29 event, Abdulla Balalaa, UAE Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Energy and Sustainability Affairs, held a bilateral meeting with Grace Fu, Minister for Sustainability and the Environment of Singapore, to discuss water management and governance, as well as areas of mutual interest in preparation for the upcoming […]
DUBAI: Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) has secured its spot as a global leader in trade and logistics by winning five major awards at the fDi Global Free Zones of the Year 2024. It ranked 1st overall globally and was also named Industrial Zone of the Year and Top Sustainable Zone both globally and in […]
