Dubai has concluded its 2018/2019 cruise season with a record 51 percent increase in cruise tourists and a 38 percent rise in cruise ship calls, cementing its position as a premier international …
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Dubai residents warned against robbery gangs during summer break
With residents and citizens flying out of UAE for summer vacations, the Dubai Public Prosecution has issued an advisory for residents – by quoting a robbery case. Posted on social media, the statement …
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UAE’s all-round show to the fore again – News |
(MENAFN – Khaleej Times) The UAE cricket team’s all-round show has been the big takeaway on their tour of the Netherlands. And their team performance was on show again as they beat the hosts by 14 …
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You can now rent electric scooters in Abu Dhabi
There’s a new way of getting around Abu Dhabi. Following the news last week that it’s now legal to rent e-scooters in the capital, a company has set up shop. Circ says it wants to make travel “more …
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UAE, Sri Lanka back India on reorganisation of J&K
UAE’s ambassador Ahmad Al Banna was quoted … the state of J&K as India’s two new Union Territories,” he told a news agency. A report in Gulf News said, “He (Al Banna) commented that …
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Dubai Duty Free: Two Indian expats win million dollars each at DDF
Surprised upon hearing the news, Sudhakar commented, “This is amazing, I cannot believe that we won. My team is very happy, and a big thank you to Dubai Duty Free!” It was a big day for other winners …
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Fee for 75% services slashed in UAE – News |
(MENAFN – Khaleej Times) The Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi, Kizad, an Abu Dhabi Ports subsidiary, has waived the charges for over 75 per cent of its services, in line with the Abu Dhabi …
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Iran meeting may indicate UAE’s intention to distance itself from Saudis
Although UAE officials sought to play down the encounter due to the … his Emirati counterpart Mohammad Ali Mesbah al-Ahbabi were widely circulated on Iranian news websites. The sides signed a …
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UAE-India talks held to fight human trafficking
Some Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to address issues of human trafficking have been formulated following the talks, the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi said in a statement issued to Gulf News on …
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Abu Dhabi Int’l says Hajj travel preparations completed
Abu Dhabi Airports said on Tuesday that it has completed preparations, in collaboration with all of its stakeholders, to ensure the smooth and safe departure and return of pilgrims from Makkah and …
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UAE backs India on removal of Article 370 in J&K, says reorganisation of states not unique incident
The UAE has taken note of India’s decision on Jammu and Kashmir and on revoking provisions of Article 370 of the Constitution. PM Narendra Modi-led NDA government has got the backing of the United …
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Eid Al Adha 2019: Free parking announced in Dubai
The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced free parking for the Eid Al Adha 2019 holidays. All paid parking zones, except for multi-level parking terminals, will be free to use from …
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Expats mourn death of former Dubai-based journalist
Veteran UAE-based journalist Jawahar Chhoda, who had been suffering from a lung ailment for a while, breathed his last at 7:30am on Monday at Mumbai’s Raheja Hospital. He was 58. The former Dubai …
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UAE traffic: Tailbacks towards Dubai, avoid these roads – News |
(MENAFN – Khaleej Times) Roads in Sharjah and Dubai are witnessing slow moving traffic on Tuesday morning. Google Maps data showed tailbacks on E311 Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road near Silicon …
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Abu Dhabi industrial zone says to waive 75% of charges
Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi (Kizad) has waived the charges for over 75 percent of its services, in line with the Abu Dhabi Government directive to encourage further investment into the emirate. …
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Dubai’s Jetex moves into ultra-luxury concierge services, aircraft sales
Dubai-headquartered Jetex Flight Support has expanded into providing bespoke concierge and travel services tailored to the unique needs of ultra-high net worth individuals, according to CEO Adel …
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UAE- Sri Lanka negotiating inmate transfer – News |
(MENAFN – Khaleej Times) The Sri Lankan government is negotiating with the UAE for the transfer of expat prisoners to the island nation, a top envoy told Khaleej Times in an exclusive interview. …
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