Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) reported a 6.8% increase in net profits attributable to the shareholders to AED 164.2 million during the first quarter (Q1) of 2021, compared to AED 153.7 million in the …
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Video: Dh500 fine, six black points for failing to give way to pedestrians at designated crossings in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi Police awareness video shows consequences of failing to prioritise pedestrians Abu Dhabi: Motorists must make sure to slow down at pedestrian crossings or face a Dh500 fine and six black …
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Video: More than 100 new redeveloped public spaces spruce up Abu Dhabi for rest, exercise and play
New areas feature play, exercise equipment, cycling tracks and seating spaces Abu Dhabi: With the aim of promoting healthier living, the Abu Dhabi Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has …
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Covid-19 update: UAE reports 1,930 cases, 4 deaths
The UAE’s ministry of health has confirmed 1,930 Covid-19 cases on April 18. The new infections were detected as a result of 203,347 examinations conducted to screen for the virus. The ministry also …
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UAE reports 1,930 coronavirus cases, 4 deaths
Dubai: UAE reported new 1,930 coronavirus cases on Sunday. Four fatalities were also announced. More to follow Get Breaking News Alerts From We’ll send you latest news updates through the day. You can …
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KT exclusive: Pakistan welcomes UAE’s mediation in talks with India
Pakistan welcomes the UAE’s mediation in resolving issues with India, said a senior official on Sunday. In an exclusive interview with Khaleej Times, Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi …
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Ramadan 2021 Dubai: 17 laid back suhoors to try this year
Where to spend your late nights during Ramadan in Dubai Dubai: Have a relaxed night out this Ramadan and try one of the many suhoors on offer in Dubai. Ila The suhoor set menu at Ila in Al Seef …
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Video: Dubai Police rescue six sailors after crack in dhow’s structure
Dubai Police urge sea users to use ‘Sail Safely’ service Dubai: Dubai Police rescued six Asian sailors and prevents their dhow from sinking in Dubai Creek, an official said on Sunday. According to …
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Ramadan 2021: Dubai’s RTA distributes Iftar among needy
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched its annual ‘meals on wheels’and and other Iftar initiatives for the holy month of Ramadan. Meals on wheels will see the distribution of Iftar meals …
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Sharjah Insurance’s shareholders approve 7% dividends for 2020
The ordinary general meeting (OGM) of Sharjah Insurance Co has approved distributing cash dividends, equivalent to 7% of the paid capital for 2020. The cash dividend distribution aggregates at a total …
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Sharjah Islamic Bank’s net profit up 7% in Q1
Dubai: Bank’s operating profits before provisions amounted to Dh212.2 million, up 26.9 per cent compared to Dh 167.2 million for the same period last year. Provisions increased 254.6 per cent as a …
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Summer break for Indian, Pakistani schools in Sharjah from July 4, others can start on July 1
Sharjah: Summer break for Indian and Pakistani schools starts on July 4, Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA) has said. Other foreign curricula schools can start their summer break on July 1.
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The history behind Sharjah’s outstanding Mleiha Archaeological Centre
Saif Al Tunaiji, General Manager of ‘Experience Sharjah’ – the tourism division under Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) – shares his insight into the region’s ancient Bedouin …
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Covid UAE: 30 eateries shut in three months for violating safety standards
Authorities in Ajman have shut down 30 food establishments that were found to have flouted public health and safety rules as well as precautionary norms in place to contain the spread of Covid-19.
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Dubai video: How RTA honoured its ‘hero’ taxi drivers
The Roads and Transport Authority has revealed a novel initiative to honour Dubai’s taxi drivers as heroes who kept the city moving during the Covid pandemic. In a touching video posted to their …
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UAE administers over 9.6 mln doses of COVID-19 vaccine
The United Arab Emirates’ Ministry of Health and Prevention announced that 111,779 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine were given in the past 24 hours, Emirates …
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UAE Ramadan 2021: Why you should shop only after Iftar
Are you fasting this Ramadan and also going shopping? Think again, said Dubai Economy in a tweet on Sunday. Research has proven that hunger influences people’s purchasing choices, hence, one should …
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