Larsen & Toubro has declared the establishment of a new business vertical exclusively for renewable EPC (engineering, procurement and construction). This development is part of the company’s …
Air India Announces Plans To Equip Airbus A350-900 With WiFi
So far, Vistara is the only Indian carrier that offers WiFi on its Boeing 787 Dreamliners and Airbus A321neo aircraft on international flights only. The complimentary service is exclusively for Club …
Ziina banks $22M as growth explodes for the UAE-based fintech for small businesses
The Dubai-based startup, which now counts 50,000 retail and business customers in the UAE, has netted $22 million led by Altos Ventures.
UAE’s new anti-money laundering and terrorism law: What it means for business and the economy
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has taken a decisive step in strengthening its financial defences with the introduction of a new Federal Decree-Law aimed at enhancing the country’s approach to …
Stockify Expands Global Reach with New Office in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC)
Stockify, a customer-oriented platform for unlisted or pre-IPO shares in India, is expanding its global footprint with a new office at the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). With a mission …
UAE Cabinet reviews the outcomes of efforts to develop the UAE economic and investment-related legislative framework
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum said, “Today, I chaired the first UAE Cabinet meeting of the new governmental season at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi. We began by reviewing the …
Can Oman’s $2.6 Billion ‘Smart City’ Break the Dubai Archetype?
Oman is investing billions to modernize the city of Muscat as it sheds its reliance on oil. WSJ explores whether it can offer a more practical model for a Middle Eastern city, versus the glitzier …
Dubai cracks down on overcrowded properties: Legal limits for villas, apartments explained
The Dubai law allows one person in 5.0 square metres of space in villas and apartments in the emirate. More than one occupancy within the 5.0 sqm of space ..
Yemen’s Houthi rebels target oil tanker in the Red Sea. US says rebels also hit Saudi-flagged tanker
An attack by Yemen’s Houthi rebels targeted a Panama-flagged oil tanker in the Red Sea on Monday, authorities said, as a nearby Saudi-flagged tanker ship also allegedly came under fire from the group.
UAE flights: Unaccompanied minor services by airlines; fees, rules explained
Due to parents’ busy schedules and distant family connections, children travelling alone are on the rise. Emirates and Etihad Airways in UAE have rolled ou..
Competition heats up for $6 billion-plus landmark Adnoc offshore expansion scheme
Technical bids were recently submitted by multiple contracting players for at least three EPCI packages meant for the first phase of the Lower Zakum LTDP-1 project …
UAE corporate tax: Why it is crucial for businesses to collaborate
As human beings, we are inherently social creatures. We naturally gravitate towards one another when we share common ideals and needs. This is evident in the formation of national trade bodies, not …
UAE: Need a holiday to recover from vacation? How residents can prolong relaxation period
Many people in the UAE believe that they require vacation-like activities or a staycation after returning from a holiday, especially following an extended ..
UAE Team Emirates’ Wellens defends Renewi Tour crown with overall victory
In November 1976, the United Arab Emirates was on a date with the birth of the Emirates News Agency, as a news and knowledge media entity that expresses the country, and on June 18, 1977, “WAM” …
Fame Academy’s Gary Phelan ‘found dead in Dubai apartment’ aged 42: Star’s ‘devastated’ manager pays tribute after raising funds to bring his body home
He recently moved to Dubai where he continued to perform in the pub and bar circuit in the UAE at venues like McCafferty’s Irish Pub. Hosted by Patrick Kielty and Cat Deeley, Fame Academy saw talented musicians enter a house to live and compete with …
As Mint shuts down, a competing app is offering a free year to users who switch — but only for a limited time
Terms apply to offers listed on this page. Quicken Simplifi, one of the best budgeting apps out there, is offering a limited-time promotion for Mint users who are looking to switch to a new tool.
UAE visa amnesty: Typing centres urge applicants to bring all necessary documents
Typing centre agents in the UAE are urging amnesty seekers to ensure they have all the necessary documents as many applicants are coming with incomplete pa..