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UAE to create 20,000 jobs in agriculture in the next 5 years
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) aims to increase food and agriculture’s economic contribution by 10 billion dollars (Rs 8,31,05,00,00,000) and create 20,000 jobs within the next five years, its Minister of Economy…
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Double luck? Indian schoolbus driver in UAE wins 2nd lottery; grabs Rs 22L
Abu Dhabi: A 45-year-old United Arab Emirates (UAE)-based Indian expat won the Big Ticket Abu Dhabi weekly draw for the second time. The winner Riyas Parambathkandy, who hails from Kerala, and lives…
- Middle East
Etihad Airways wins 3rd consecutive 5-star rating at APEX Awards
Abu Dhabi: Etihad Airways has been rated as a Five-Star Global Airline by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) for the third consecutive year. The rating recognises the airline’s excellence at the…
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Abu Dhabi: UAE astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi receives hero’s welcome
Abu Dhabi: United Arab Emirates (UAE) astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi landed in Abu Dhabi to a hero’s welcome after successfully completing a six-month space mission at the International Space Station (ISS). The UAE…
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Watch: Abu Dhabi’s iconic landmarks light up for UAE astronaut’s homecoming
Abu Dhabi: The iconic landmarks in Abu Dhabi lit up with messages and photos welcoming United Arab Emirates (UAE) astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi to his home country. Al Neyadi arrived in Abu…
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US envoy to UAE visits Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Abu Dhabi: Martina Strong, the United States Ambassador to the UAE, and the accompanying delegation visited Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. During the visit, they were accompanied by Dr Youssef Al Obaidli, the…
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Sharjah police warn against one-time password scam
Abu Dhabi: The Sharjah Police have warned the public against sharing one-time passwords (OTPs) with unidentified sources. The warning came during the launch of the ‘Be Aware: Stop, Think, Protect’ campaign, as…
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Abu Dhabi Airport trials operations at new Terminal A building
Abu Dhabi: As part of the ongoing operational readiness trials for the new Terminal A ahead of its opening in November, Abu Dhabi Airports is conducting its largest live trial and testing…
- India
IndiGo’s Lucknow-Abu Dhabi flight suffers hydraulic issue
New Delhi: An IndiGo flight from Lucknow to Abu Dhabi suffered a hydraulic system issue and made an emergency landing at the Delhi airport on Saturday, according to a source. The flight…
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Watch: Two UAE aid planes arrive in flood-affected Libya
Benghazi: The United Arab Emirates has sent two aid planes carrying 150 tonnes of urgent food, relief and medical supplies to Benina Airport in Libya to support those affected by the devastating…
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Abu Dhabi-based LuLu Group to launch IPO in first half of 2024
Abu Dhabi-based leading hypermarket chain and mall operator in the Middle East, LuLu Group International, expects to launch its initial public offering (IPO) in the first half of 2024. Speaking to media on…
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UAE: Up to Rs 90L fine for violating Commercial Agency Law
In a significant development, the Ministry of Economy in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced a fine of up to Dirhams 400,000 (Rs 90,36,535) on companies found to be violating the updated…
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Watch: Etihad Airways appoints Katrina Kaif as brand ambassador
Abu Dhabi: Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has appointed Bollywood actress Katrina Kaif as its new brand ambassador. Taking to X, formerly Twitter, on Tuesday, September…
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Lulu Group to set up large shopping mall in Ahmedabad, Chennai
New Delhi: Chairman and Managing Director of LuLu Group International Yusuff Ali on Monday said his group is going to set up two large shopping malls in India – Ahmedabad and Chennai.…
- Middle East
UAE unemployment insurance: No work permit till fines are cleared, says govt
Abu Dhabi: The grace period to subscribe to the unemployment insurance scheme in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is ending soon and employees who fail to meet the September 30 deadline will…
