Building owners have two weeks to tear their buildings down or risk hefty fines Owners of abandoned buildings in Abu Dhabi have been ordered to demolish … notifying him that he needed to demolish his property at M14. He said the ad was a mistake.
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Dubai road deaths decline 36% this year
Brigadier Saif Muhair Al Mazroui, director of Traffic Department at Dubai Police, told Gulf News that in the recent years, the extensive awareness campaigns had been conducted in Dubai and these had helped raise awareness among drivers. “It is good to …
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UAE helping hands: The couple facing financial hardship after a tragic loss
As if having a traumatic experience trying to find a hospital willing to admit them and having twins born 14 weeks prematurely wasn’t enough, an Indian couple in Dubai face hospital costs totalling Dh850,000 after their newborns spent seven months in NICU.
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UAE issues new regulation on federal tax procedures
The UAE Ministry of Finance has released the executive regulation of Federal Decree-Law No (7) of 2017 on tax procedures, thus taking the VAT system in the country one step forward. The published regulations cover, among other things, the responsibilities …
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Dubai saw double digit growth in tourist numbers in H1
The number of tourists visiting Dubai increased 10.9 percent during the first half of 2017. Abu Dhabi and Ras al-Khaimah recorded a 7.2 percent and 6.5 percent growth, respectively, according to the Central Bank of the UAE. The banking authority …
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Waiting in the wings: Dubai’s autonomous flying taxis
A prototype flies in front of the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest tower, in a test flight in Dubai [Kamran Jebreili/AP] With a whirling buzz from 18 rotors, the pilot-less helicopter gently lifted off the ground and soared up into the afternoon sky …
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Now, register your will online in Dubai registry
In offering this new system, the registry is supporting overseas investors in Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah.” The property will allows those with real estate assets to secure up to five properties in Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah. Likewise, Free Zone company …
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Splunk : Dubai Airport turns to real-time data in drive to be world`s “biggest and best” airport
Building the best airport wi-fi After conducting some market research Dubai Airport identified that wi-fi was the number one concern of customers when it came to their overall satisfaction. “We wanted to have the best free airport wi-fi,” Ibbitson said.
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Pardoned Indians released from Sharjah jail
He worked as a taxi driver since 1970 in Sharjah, till he got arrested over a financial crime. Shawkat’s jail term ended years ago, but he languished in prison as he was unable to settle the amount, according to the court order. He was always worried about …
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Citizen opens refurbished boutique at Sharjah City Centre
Citizen has announced that their exclusive boutique in Sharjah City Centre is now open with a refreshed new look, following a period of renovation. The renovation is in line with the Japanese brand’s strategic expansion plans for the Middle East region.
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Sharjah Wins Well On Irish Debut
French import Sharjah came home a comfortable winner of the opener at Gowran, the Paulstown Maiden Hurdle. Successful on the level in his native France, the son of Doctor Dino was making his debut for Willie Mullins here, while also having his first start …
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Sharjah-bound Keralites may get driving licence in Kerala soon
Driving licences valid in Sharjah to be issued in Kerala for those going to the UAE, and an Arabic study centre in Kerala are among the recommendations accepted in principle by His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme …
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Indian Foreign Minister thanks Sharjah Ruler for pardoning 149 Indian prisoners
Indian External Affairs Minister, Sushma Swaraj, on Tuesday thanked H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, for pardoning 149 Indian prisoners. “We thank His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah for this kind …
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Abu Dhabi Police traces stolen watch in Asian country
Abu Dhabi: A Canadian resident in the capital had a surprise waiting for her at Abu Dhabi International Airport when she returned after travelling to Canada. Her expensive wrist watch had been stolen at the airport while she was leaving but Abu Dhabi …
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Tourists visiting Abu Dhabi, Dubai, RAK increase 9.9 percent
The number of tourists of various nationalities visiting Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Ras al-Khaimah increased by 9.9 percent during the first half of the current year compared to the same period in 2016. During the first six months of the current year …
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Sensational Carella of Team Abu Dhabi snatches 14th career pole for Grand Prix of Liuzhou
Team Abu Dhabi’s Alex Carella stormed to pole position for Sunday’s Grand Prix of Liuzhou, round four of the 2017 UIM F1 H2O World Championship, with a flying lap of 44.42 seconds in a nail-biting Q3 qualifying session. The Italian was over half a …
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Pakistan vs Sri Lanka: Dinesh Chandimal’s ton was a captain’s knock in scorching conditions at Abu Dhabi
However, on Friday, he raised his bar as a batsman with a patient and fighting knock of 155* against Pakistan on the second day of the first Test in Abu Dhabi. He is not like a Virat Kohli or Steve Smith, who score runs on a consistent basis whenever they …
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