H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has ordered the allocation of AED2.5 million to purchase books from participating publishers at the ongoing edition of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival …
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Shurooq, Emaar in new Sharjah hotel deal
The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq … year against a growth in hotel guest numbers of an average 15 per cent, he added.-TradeArabia News Service
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Sharjah Police respond to viral clip about car theft gang
In an official statement issued on Friday, the police denied rumours of a car thefts gang in Sharjah being circulated on social media and local news outlets. Colonel Ibrahim Al Ajal, director of the criminal investigation department at Sharjah …
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Dubai sees 2% jump in visitors during first quarter
Asked which countries he would like to see Dubai open up to more, Issam Kazim, CEO, Dubai Tourism, told Gulf News: “India for sure. For sure. That would be the easiest one for me to look at.” Meanwhile, Russia ended the quarter in fourth place …
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Dubai ‘Virtual Hotel’ Start-Up Raises USD$4m to Drive Major Growth Plan
MaisonPrive, a ‘virtual hotel’ operator that offers luxury apartments and villas to business and leisure visitors to Dubai, today Wednesday, announced private strategic investment of USD$4 million as part of a major plan for growth. The investment is the …
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Abu Dhabi’s Smart Solutions Signs 14 Service Level Agreements
Abu Dhabi’s Smart Solutions and Services Authority, ADSSSA, has signed 14 service level agreements to govern the digital data exchange process and streamline work between digital data providers and users. Aiming to further develop AD CONNECT – a …
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Oldest English language Library in Dubai is relocating
The oldest English language Library in Dubai is closing down its current location … Wajeeha Faiz, chairperson of The Old Library, told Gulf News: “We’re looking for a new space right now, considering our options and figuring out the best location …
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Dubai Tourism Wins ATM Stand Award
Dubai Tourism claimed the Best Stand for Doing Business at this year’s Arabian Travel Market (ATM) Best Stand Awards. Recognised for creating a busy B2B atmosphere, Dubai Tourism boasted a well-planned and easily navigable layout with a good presentation …
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UAE expats fuel India remittance growth
In 2018, remittances to the region will likely grow modestly by 2.5 per cent to $120 billion.” Promoth Manghat, CEO of UAE Exchange Group, told Gulf News on Tuesday that the year’s forecast seems accurate given rebounding remittance figures.
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40 UAE firms bag business excellence award
As many as 40 companies across the UAE have been awarded Dubai Quality Award (DQA), Dubai Human Development Award (DHDA) and Dubai Service Excellence Scheme (DSES) for their outstanding pursuit of excellence during 2017. Held under the patronage of His …
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Blood money spares 5 Indians death penalty in UAE
Dubai: Five Indians, who were spared death penalty for murdering … who is known for rescuing many from death penalty by paying blood money to the victims’ families. Speaking to Gulf News from India, Oberoi said he took up the case of the youngsters …
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Dubai South in push to attract investors
The initiatives are in line with the plan announced by the Dubai government earlier this month to stimulate economic growth and reduce the cost of doing business in the emirate. Dubai South said in a statement its initiatives will be implemented immediately.
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Dubai South launches initiatives to spur private sector investment
The initiatives follows directives of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, to stimulate economic growth and reduce the cost of doing business, state news agency WAM reported on Tuesday. Dubai South …
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Renovated grand house in Sharjah opens doors for visitors
Sharjah: The fortunes of the pearl trade and a way of life now lost have been encapsulated in Bait Al Naboudah (Home of Naboudah), the grand house of one of Sharjah’s most successful pearl merchants, which has reopened as a museum. After restoration …
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UAE’s grant will help fight malaria in Africa
Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s financial contributions towards the fight … member of the RBM Partnership board, told Gulf News. She was speaking ahead of World Malaria Day, which will be observed on Wednesday to recognise global initiatives that combat the …
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Dubai Airports and Dubai Parks form new partnership
Dubai Airports and DXB Entertainments PJSC, owner of Dubai Parks and Resorts have announced a strategic partnership. The aim is to create an ‘unparalleled airport experience’ while showcasing Dubai’s position as a tourist and family entertainment …
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Where education fees are cheapest, costliest in Dubai
Dubai: Parents in Dubai continue to spend a lot of money on children’s school fees, but the good news is that rates at various educational providers have dropped recently. According to the latest data provided by Edarabia, eight out of ten schools in the …
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