Those violating this ban will face fines starting from AED 200, reaching up to AED 2,000 for repeated offenses.The ban on single-use bags is part of Dubai’s plan to reduce waste and support a greener, …
Agreement signed to enhance UAE’s manufacturing landscape
In line with the objectives of the National Strategy for Industry and Advanced Technology, and under the umbrella of Technology Transformation programme (TTP), …
Oman fintech finalists unveiled for 2024 Visa Everywhere Initiative
Visa Everywhere Initiative tasks fintech startups with solving today’s most pressing payments and commerce challenges, with monetary prizes, global exposure, and validation from one of the world’s mos …
Socar buys stake in Abu Dhabi offshore concession
The Azeri state oil company has signed a deal with Adnoc to invest in a 3% participating interest in the Sarb and Umm Lulu offshore concession …
Abu Dhabi Is Calling: It Wants To Host Your Big Fat Indian Wedding
There is no better time to plan a destination wedding in Abu Dhabi than right now – novel incentives are on offer Indians love destination weddings. The trend is firmly established now – no small …
Dates announced for Liwa Date Festival in Abu Dhabi
Save the date… Culture and heritage fans in the UAE capital, here’s some good news for you: dates for the 2024 Liwa Date Festival have been announced. The 20th edition of one of the biggest mainstays …
Sharjah Ruler praises collaboration between Sharjah, UoE
H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, met with Dr. Gareth Stanfield, Pro-Vice Chancellor and Executive Dean for the Faculty of Humanities, Arts …
Real Housewives Of Dubai: Chanel Ayan lashes out at Sara Al Madani for accusing her of playing victim after sharing female genital mutilation story
Sergio is dying.’ ‘Building a house in Dubai is very, very stressful,’ Caroline said a confessional. ‘Getting a mortgage is like winning the lottery here. Because I’m 46, I had to do a full body …
UN calls for ‘serious progress’ in finance at first climate change talks since Cop28
Simon Stiell warns the world is heading for increase in global temperatures of 2.7°C above pre-industrial levels …
Etihad Airways getting ready for a possible IPO: CEO Neves
No timeline has been set, but Antonoaldo Neves, Chief Executive Officer of Etihad, told Bloomberg TV on the sidelines of the IATA annual general meeting in Dubai: “We are working very hard to make it …
Dubai financial regulator updates crypto token rules for funds
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has announced amendments to its cryptocurrency token regime to enhance and advance the regulatory framework for tokens within its special economic zone.
Emirates Development Bank is the highest rated bank in the UAE and MENA region
Upgraded rating marks a historic moment for the UAE’s banking industry and is a testament to the rapid strides the UAE has made in strengthening its global competitiveness Abu Dhabi, United Arab …
Abida Parveen, Atif Aslam mesmerize crowds in Abu Dhabi: Watch
Singers Atif Aslam and Abida Parveen delivered yet another memorable performance in Abu Dhabi over the weekend. The concert held at the Etihad Arena was a huge success with crowds thoroughly grooving …
KEZAD and NMDC sign deal for new manufacturing facility in Abu Dhabi
Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi – KEZAD Group and NMDC Energy, a subsidiary of National Marine Dredging Company (NMDC), on Monday signed an agreement for the establishment of a new manufacturing …
UAE’s Burjeel Holdings and Colombia’s Keralty announce landmark joint venture for cost-efficient healthcare solutions in MENA
Burjeel Holdings becomes the first Emirati company to form a joint venture with a Colombian healthcare entity, following the UAE-Colombia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement …
OPEC+ extends crude oil production levels until 2025, UAE gives new reference level
In the 37th ministerial meeting of the Organization of the petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies (OPEC+), participants unanimously approved the extension of the current total production level …
UAE: Nominations open for 2025 Zayed Award for Human Fraternity
The nominations are now open for the sixth edition of the 2025 Zayed Award for Human Fraternity, an independent global prize recognising efforts to promote huma …