India’s business community is increasingly looking to use Dubai as a hub to expand their business and grow internationally, DMCC, the world’s most interconnected Free Zone, and the leading trade and enterprise hub for commodities in Dubai, said as it …
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Dubai’s Emaar unveils revamped Burj Khalifa observation deck
Emaar’s At the Top entertainment unit has unveiled a revamped new entrance lobby and experience for the observation deck of the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa, in Dubai. The reception area for the attraction on the lower ground floor of …
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Dubai’s Abraaj invests in Pakistan cinema operator
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Have you spotted these banned diet pills in Dubai?
Dubai: Diet pills may seem like a quick way to help shed off the weight. But did you know that by taking these 11 dietary supplements ones, it can lead to unwanted side effects and drastically raise your blood pressure. Dubai Municipality on Thursday …
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Ten new millionaires in Abu Dhabi Big Ticket draw
Abu Dhabi: Ten people became millionaires in Thursday’s Big Ticket draw for the Big 10 Millionaires series, which was held at the Abu Dhabi International Airport’s arrival hall. All ten people won Dh1 million each. Filipino expatriate Leilani Quijano Del …
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Abu Dhabi’s Al Maqta bridge to be partially closed
On Thursday, the Traffic and Patrols Directorate in Abu Dhabi Police announced that the two fast lanes on Al Maqta Bridge will be partially closed for maintenance. According to police, the bridge will be partially closed from October 5 at 11pm until …
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Dubai to introduce new green building ratings system next year
Dubai plans to change its green building ratings system in early 2018, according to the UAE state news agency WAM. Dubai Municipality’s Buildings Department issued Circular No. 222 regarding the new rating system – known as “Al Saafat”, or palm …
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Dubai roads get clogged with morning rush hour
Dubai: Motorists faced heavy traffic on Thursday as an accident and the morning rush hour affected a number of vital roads in Dubai. An accident on Al Ittihad Road brought traffic to a halt from the Sharjah direction, with tailbacks that reached after …
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Man held for robbing staff of three petrol stations in Sharjah
Sharjah: An Arab man has been arrested by Sharjah Police for allegedly assaulting and robbing a number of petrol station attendants in Sharjah, police said on Tuesday. Colonel Ebrahim Al Ajel, director-general of Criminal and Investigation Department at …
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There’s only 10 days left for Dubai’s new speed limit
In September, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police announced the decision to reduce the speed limit on busy highways following a spate of accidents over the last two years. Gulf News earlier reported that RTA officials expect the drop …
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UAE business people may invest in production of beverages and canned food in Armenia
YEREVAN, October 4. /ARKA/. Investors from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) would like to know more about production of alcoholic beverages and canned food in Armenia and the possibilities of investing in these sectors, deputy minister of economic …
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UAE private sector sees strongest quarter in two years
The UAE’s non-oil private sector saw the strongest quarter in two years in the three months to September 30, according to Emirates NBD. The banks purchasing managers index, produced by IHS Markit, showed improving business conditions with above average …
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Dubai’s reputation ranked: what survey reveals
Dubai: Whether people are looking to make investments, holiday plans or a new place to call home, the reputation of a city is quite important. And it should come as no surprise that Dubai has made the list. The Boston-based Reputation Institute has …
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A $140 million prototype of a Mars colony is being planned for a desert near Dubai —here’s what it looks like
The firm is designing a city in the desert of the United Arab Emirates meant to simulate a Mars colony. The $140 million development near Dubai is slated to be “a viable and realistic model to simulate living on the surface of Mars,” according to the …
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Decision makers and experts to convene in Dubai for 4th Global Business Forum on Africa
Over 1,000 delegates to attend high-level forum at Dubai’s Madinat Jumeirah on November 1 st-2 nd Forum will feature 24 sessions covering a wide range of economic and social trends and issues impacting key African markets. E. Buamim: African economies …
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Dubai Internet City to Highlight Its Ecosystem by Offering Futuristic Experiences at Gitex 2017
Dubai Internet City (DIC), the largest technology business hub in the region, has announced its participation in the GITEX Technology Week 2017, marking its 18 th outing at the definitive technology event. The theme of DIC’s exhibition, The Smarter …
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10 business lunch deals in Dubai for under Dhs100
Are you incredibly busy and important? Well, of course you are. But no matter how full your schedule, you can always find time for a lunch break. Fortunately, that doesn’t have to mean bringing stale sandwiches from home. Or even ordering Deliveroo to …
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