Explore how Indian and Middle East cuisines have evolved through centuries of shared history and cultural interaction. We highlight the impact of Indian spices on traditional Gulf dishes and reflect on the deep culinary connections between our cultures. As India celebrates its Independence Day today, let’s reflect on the vibrant connections that have shaped Indian […]
LONDON: Banksy has dropped his final animal-themed mural at London Zoo, finishing off his latest series with a bang. The new piece, right on the zoo’s entrance shutter, shows a strong gorilla playing zookeeper and helping a sea lion and some birds escape while other animals watch from inside. This is the ninth Banksy mural […]
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has commissioned renowned New York sculptor Daniel Arsham to create a statue of his wife, Dr Priscilla Chan, for their backyard. This gesture mirrors the Roman tradition of immortalising loved ones in stone, showcasing Zuckerberg’s appreciation for historical customs. Arsham, celebrated for his futuristic sculptures that resemble unearthed artifacts, has crafted […]
NEW YORK: UN warns based on a recent UNICEF analysis reveals that one in five children, or 466 million, now live in areas experiencing at least double the number of extremely hot days compared to their grandparents’ generation of extreme heat. This rise in extreme heat is significantly affecting children’s health, well-being, and daily lives. […]
WASHINGTON: Astronomers have discovered a new star that is 30 times larger than the sun and could force a major rethink of stellar evolution theorie, according to Space.com, NASA, Space Exploration and Astronomy News. The star, designated J0524-0336 and located around 30,000 light-years from Earth, has a shockingly high concentration of the element lithium when […]
DUBAI: (UPDATED) On August 15, the UAE joined in celebrating Indian Independence Day, a significant occasion marking India’s journey to freedom. The Indian community, along with locals and expatriates, came together for a day of joy and pride. The celebrations began with flag-raising ceremonies in cities like Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The Indian flag was […]
ABU DHABI: The UAE has strongly condemned the storming of Al-Aqsa mosque courtyard by an Israeli minister and settlers under the protection of Israeli police, and reaffirmed the need for Israel to respect the historical and legal status of the city of Jerusalem. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA), reaffirmed the UAE’s […]
Almost 1,900 GEMS students from 22 schools in UAE and Qatar sat 5,000 A-levels exams DUBAI: The GEMS Education community, including students, parents, educators, and staff, is celebrating a year of exceptional A-level results. This year, a record 1,883 students from a total of 22 GEMS schools in the UAE and Qatar completed 5,191 A-level […]
ABU DHABI: The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has ramped up market inspections to fight tax evasion and ensure compliance. In the first half of 2024, the FTA conducted 40,580 inspections across the UAE included tobacco products, a 134% increase from the same period in 2023. These visits focus on enforcing tax laws, preventing the sale […]
Indian businesses top the list of nationalities of new companies joining Dubai Chamber of Commerce during H1 2024 with 7,860 new members, followed by 3,968 new Pakistani companies and 2,355 new Egyptian companies joined the chamber’s membership. Dubai: A recent analysis by Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella […]
Dubai: In line with the Consulate’s continuing efforts to improve the living conditions and terms of employment of Indian workers in the UAE, the Consulate had facilitated the launch of the Life Protection Plan in March 2024. Now, the Consulate General of India, Dubai is delighted to note that so far over 5,500 workers have […]
