Dubai: A new “One Day Misdemeanour Court” will cut waiting time … minor assaults and cheque cases and other cases involving residency and traffic offences,” Bin Haidar told Gulf News. The main issue with the adjudication process is the time taken …
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Dubai real estate agent’s Dh5,000 renewal fee is far higher than normal
I am about to renew my tenancy for a two-bedroom villa in Mirdif. I received the renewal notice from the real estate agency stating that I need to pay Dh95,000 for the annual rent and Dh5,000 for the agency fee. Are they allowed to charge such a high …
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DMCA launches facility to enhance shipping technology
Amer Ali, CEO of DMCA, said: “Launching ‘Innovation Quay’ demonstrates our commitment to foster creativity and innovation and support research and development in line with the goal of making the UAE a global center for innovative technologies and …
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Connectivity key to Dubai’s rise, says bestselling author
Dubai: Connectivity will be key to the growth of all future megacities and is the reason for Dubai’s rise as one of six truly global cities in the world, said bestselling author and global strategist Parag Khanna. Speaking to a group of people at the …
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Dubai Police will have women in command positions
Dubai: Dubai Police plan to appoint women officers in top command positions like directors of police stations as part of the future plan to give the women more responsibilities and participation in the police work. Major-General Dr Abdul Qudoos Abdul …
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Dubai delivers ‘instant’ verdict: Because justice delayed is…
The new court initiative to be implemented by all police stations in Dubai comes under Penal Order Law No. 1 of 2017. In a move designed to make the UAE’s judicial system more efficient and speed up litigation in Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin …
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Go City Card to launch in Dubai
Go City Card has launched its newest digital attraction pass in Dubai, the fourth most popular travel destination in the world according to the eighth annual Mastercard Global Destinations Cities Index. The Go Dubai Card enables travellers to save up to 55 …
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PICTURES: Hyperloop from Dubai to Abu Dhabi in 12 minutes
New images of the development site in the Nevada desert were released yesterday at Middle East Rail in Dubai. The 500 meter-long DevLoop, located near Las Vegas, is a tube measuring 3.3 meters in diameter. Apparently the first public trial will take place …
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Mumbai: Ex-Armyman seeks Sushma Swaraj's help for 'innocent' son stuck in Dubai jail for two weeks
Friends, family reach out to External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj to seek help for Ajinkya Suryawanshi, who was arrested at Dubai airport for a crime he allegedly did not commit Assured of a response from the savvy External Affairs Minister Sushma …
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Dubai Watch Week returns for its third edition in 2017
Dubai Watch Week will once again host key industry spokespeople and leading horological personalities during the five day cultural and educational event. Under the Patronage of Shaikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice Chairman of Dubai …
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Abu Dhabi will have a brand new water canal by April
Abu Dhabi: There are over 250 islands in the capital, but with that, there is still more room for another canal. Property developer Aldar has announced that it is preparing to open Shams canal on Reem Island – a 2.4 kilometre canal that is expected to …
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UAE banks fully prepared for stricter capital regime
Dubai: The UAE banks’ minimum common equity tier 1 capital (CET 1) ratio could increase to 12 per cent and capital adequacy ratio to 15.5 per cent by 2019, according to the new central bank regulations. But with the already strong capitalisation levels …
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Pakistan, India dialogue on ‘technology for better governance’ held at Dubai
The eleventh round of Pakistan-India Legislators and Public Officials Dialogue was facilitated by the PILDAT in Dubai, UAE, on March 07, 2017. The dialogue focused on the theme of sharing of lessons on the role of technology for better governance in …
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Dubai's real estate market is mature and…
Damac properties has almost been a bellwether in the Dubai property market. Even during the market’s lean phase, Damac was consistent with its product launches, much to the surprise of market stakeholders. That strategy continues even today. “We are …
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UAE and Netherlands sign MoU on innovation
HE Al Mansoori added that the UAE is looking forward to benefitting from the Netherlands’ wide experience in innovative science and modern technology. This will help the UAE create a knowledge- and technology-driven sectors, including renewable energy …
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Sky News Arabia has ‘highest viewership rating of UAE news channels’
ABU DHABI: Sky News Arabia says it has achieved the highest UAE viewership rating of all news stations broadcast from the country, citing research data. The 24-hour news channel, a joint venture between Abu Dhabi Media Investment Corporation (ADMIC …
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Dubai's real estate market is mature and streamlined
Damac properties has almost been a bellwether in the Dubai property market. Even during the market’s lean phase, Damac was consistent with its product launches, much to the surprise of market stakeholders. That strategy continues even today. “We are …
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