ModelMe3D has won the inaugural Krypto Start-up Contest in Abu Dhabi and a US$250,000 package of funding and mentoring support to incubate its modelling platform that allows users to click on buildings, surfaces and markers to learn more about their …
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Charges dropped against Scot accused of public indecency in Dubai
It said Mr Harron had his passport returned and is free to leave Dubai. Mr Harron’s mother Patricia declined to be interviewed, but told BBC Scotland that the family were “ecstatic” at the news. Mr Harron had also been accused of drinking alcohol and …
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Dubai’s RTA closes Al Maktoum Bridge on Fridays for five weeks
Dubai: The Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is poised to carry out the annual maintenance of Al Maktoum Bridge as part of its strategic goals of safety, environmental sustainability and asset sustainability. The bridge will be closed for road …
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Prison term dropped for Scottish man in Dubai bar dispute
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – An activist group says a three-month prison sentence has been dropped for a Scottish man in Dubai over touching another man’s buttocks after an argument in a bar. Radha Stirling of Detained in Dubai says Jamie Harron’s …
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UAE business is out to serve a taste of India
A UAE based business is intent on serving up a “taste of India”, first with scoops of its branded ice-cream, and more recently, through its move into basmati rice, butter and more. “None of our products are focused on India — they are all meant for …
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Dubai to get three new smart police stations
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Decree issued on UAE tax Executive Regulations
DUBAI: His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has issued Decree No. 36 of 2017 on the Executive Regulations of Federal Law No. 07 of 2017 on Tax Procedures. In addition, Shaikh …
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Frequent Dubai Metro commuters can win cash prizes
Dubai: Two lucky frequent travellers on Dubai Metro and other modes of public transport in Dubai could be in for a surprise prize of Dh50,000, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced on Sunday. Beginning Monday commuters using all modes of public …
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Diamantaires worried over 5% VAT proposed on diamonds in UAE
The value of diamonds traded in the UAE rose to $26 billion in 2016 … This will take the sheen out of the diamond sector” Get latest news & live updates on the go on your pc with News App. Download The Times of India news app for your device.
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Youth concerns at core of urbanization agenda: UAE
according to the UAE News Agency (WAM). Firstly, they highlighted that the UAE adopted tolerance and peaceful coexistence as essential values for sustainable development in an urban context. Secondly, the adoption of laws and initiatives, including …
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Afghanistan to play Ireland, Zimbabwe in Sharjah
Sharjah has hosted the most one-day internationals with 228. They will host the fifth and final one-day against Sri Lanka on Monday. Get latest news & live updates on the go on your pc with News App. Download The Times of India news app for your device.
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Dubai’s ruler launches new Internet of Things strategy
Dubai’s ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has launched an Internet of Things (IoT) strategy and the Data Wealth initiative to boost its digital push. The Dubai IoT strategy seeks to build the world’s most advanced IoT ecosystem. It aims to …
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NYU Abu Dhabi to Host Crucial Scientific Data From Space Observatories
New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) is hosting crucial scientific data collected by space observatories. The National Data Center (NDC) at NYUAD will be the first location in the UAE that will acquire, archive, and process selected scientific data sets …
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A Dubai villa totally powered by sun during winter
Yes, this is in Dubai. As the second Dubai Solar Show begins on Monday, Gulf News will look at this smart home of Ivano Ianelli’s in Arabian Ranches to see the benefits he’s been reaping over the years. When I did this, I wasn’t looking at the …
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Emaar Properties unit IPO seen reviving primary market
The Dubai Financial Market General Index has returned 3.19 per cent so far in the year due to lower oil prices, compared to a 15 per cent gains in Dow Jones Industrial Average. The UAE market has not witnessed an IPO since 2015, but regionally the amount …
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Dubai rolls out Digital Wealth and IoT strategy
“Dubai stands out as a preferred destination for business, work and tourism, which has transformed our society into a rich and diverse mix of cultures and nationalities,” Dr Bin Bishr added. “When we launched Smart Dubai three years ago, we sought to …
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Dubai Police to establish smart stations in free zones
Dubai free zone operator TECOM Group has announced an agreement with Dubai Police to establish three automated smart police stations in key areas. The stations will be located across Dubai Design District (d3), Dubai International Academic City (DIAC) and …
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