NEW DELHI: The Enforcement Directorate has arrested Dubai resident Shivani Saxena in connection with … of alleged bribe money — 12.40 million euros (Rs 75 crore). Get latest news & live updates on the go on your pc with News App. Download The Times …
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Sharjah clean-up drive starts showing results
In an interview with Gulf News, Mohammad Ali Al Kaabi, head of the City Cleanliness Section at Sharjah Municipality, said the results of the awareness campaigns prove the adage that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Al Kaabi said his …
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Dubai property prices will not see decline in 2017 – Sobha
RELATED ARTICLES: Forest Villas launched in Dubai’s $4bn Sobha Hartland community | Sobha launches twin-tower residential project in Dubai | Site visit: Sobha Hartland Dubai property sales prices will not see a decrease this year as demand remains strong …
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Abu Dhabi’s 10th Street to be closed for renovation
Abu Dhabi: One of the capital’s busiest roads in Al Zahiyah area is about to get a makeover, and residents are hoping that the new construction project will allow easier access to the surrounding areas. The emirate of Abu Dhabi’s municipal sector …
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UAE says report that it was behind Qatari cyber hack is “false”
The ambassador to UAE pronounced a news report asserting that UAE was responsible for hacking Qatari government sites “false.” “The UAE had no role whatsoever in the alleged hacking described in the article,” Ambassador Yousef al-Otaiba’s statement said.
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Enjoy high-speed WiFi in your vehicles
The in-vehicle M2M solution makes use of an automotive grade WiFi gateway complying with the necessary protocols to make the service PIAP (Public Internet Access Provider) compliant set by UAE’s Telecom Regulatory Authority. Through this, Etisalat Digital …
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Dubai travellers: Wi-fi news that will make your journey a whole lot better
Because good wi-fi + airport boredom = ultimate Instagram stalking time. Earlier this year, Dubai Airports claimed to have the world’s fastest free airport wi-fi. Now, a new study by an independent internet speed testing site appears to back that up.
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Emirates Airlines expands free in-flight Wi-Fi services
Dubai-based Emirates Airlines has expanded its free in-flight Wi-Fi services services effective immediately to offer unlimited data for all Skywards Platinum and Gold members regardless of their class of travel. All Emirates Skywards members travelling in …
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Etisalat Digital brings WiFi to vehicles
The in-vehicle M2M solution makes use of an automotive grade WiFi gateway complying with the necessary protocols to make the service PIAP (public internet access provider) compliant as set by UAE’s Telecom Regulatory Authority. Through this …
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Dubai International Airport wins Ookla Wi-Fi speed test
Dubai International Airport (DXB) officially has the world’s fastest WiFi service, according to a new report. In a recent upgrade, Dubai Airports installed WOW-Fi which provides a speedy connection, allowing faster downloads and uploads. Ookla said has …
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Etisalat Digital launches M2M In-vehicle Wi-Fi for vehicles
UAE-based operator Etisalat says its business customers can now enable Wi-Fi connectivity to all their fleets and vehicles on the move . With the launch of the M2M in-vehicle Wi-Fi solution, passengers and employees of those fleets and vehicles can enjoy …
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Qatar says media report reveals UAE role in hack that sparked crisis
LONDON/DOHA (Reuters) – Qatar said on Monday that a U.S. media report had shown that the United Arab Emirates was involved in an alleged hack of Qatar’s state news agency in late May that helped spark a diplomatic crisis in the Gulf. The UAE said the …
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Sharjah, Fujairah police launch new device to speed up traffic services
Sharjah: Good news for vehicle owners in Sharjah and Fujairah — now you can speed up car registration or renewal process with a new smart kiosk-based service. The Department of Vehicles and Drivers Licensing in the two emirates introduced new device …
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Clean push working in Sharjah, says city official
In an interview with Gulf News, Mohammad Ali Al Kaabi, head of the City Cleanliness Section at Sharjah Municipality, said the results of the awareness campaigns prove the adage that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Al Kaabi said his …
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Solar Plants Aim to Keep Lights on at Night
The 200-megawatt Dubai contract, which runs for 25 years, will harness a two-decade old technology called concentrated-solar, or solar thermal. Unlike photovoltaics, which generate a charge directly from the sun’s power, thermal plants use mirrors to …
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Qatar: Alleged UAE hacking ‘unfortunate,’ violation of law
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Qatar, the tiny Gulf state being isolated by its neighbours, said Monday the reported involvement of the United Arab Emirates in hacking its government news site in May is “unfortunate” and a breach of agreements among …
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8-year-old killed in Sharjah hit-and-run
Sharjah: An Asian man has been arrested after a hit and run that killed an eight-year-old Asian boy in Sharjah. Major Mohammad Alai Al Naqbi, Head of Traffic and Patrol Department at Sharjah Police, said the operation room received a call on Monday at 4pm …
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