Air travel between the UAE and Saudi Arabia is witnessing a noticeable surge amid increasing demand from those wishing to perform Umrah rituals during the holy month of Ramadan, reaching its peak during the last ten days of the holy month.
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Seven Eid Al Fitr cannons set up to mark end of Ramadan in Dubai
Dubai Police have announced seven locations around the emirate where Eid Al Fitr cannons will be fired.
The firing of the cannons will mark the end of the holy month and signify that Muslims may stop obligatory fasting until next Ramadan.
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Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan meets with Transitional President of Chad
Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, met with Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, transitional President of the Republic of Chad, in the capital, N'Djamena, where the two sides discussed ways to develop bilateral relations between the UAE and Chad across various fields of common interest.
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International Year of Millets concludes
The “International Year of Millets” has concluded, India’s Ministry of Farmers Welfare and Agriculture has announced.
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Miral Partners with Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development for second year to support local entrepreneurs
For the second consecutive year, Miral - Abu Dhabi's leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences - continues its collaboration with the Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development to bolster local entrepreneurs at Yas Bay Waterfront’s "Waterfront Nights" market.
The market has been running since 22nd March 2024 and is currently showcasing 20 small businesses and artisans, 10 of which are supported by the Khalifa Fund.
Highlighting the strong partnership, Alia Al Mazraouie, CEO of Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development, and Mohamed Abdalla Al Zaabi, Group CEO of Miral, visited the “Waterfront Nights” market to support the entrepreneurs and learn more about their local businesses and product offerings.
Homegrown brands supported by the Khalifa Fund at this year’s “Waterfront Nights” include IV Perfume, Sada Oud, and FAE Oud & Perfumes, which bring their luxury perfumes and Emirati incense. There is also Glaza Collection and Manout Tailoring, which feature intricately adorned and locally sourced traditional textiles, and Boomah Cafe, which merges the charm of live owls with Japanese military-themed décor.
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MoHAP Undersecretary reaffirms ministry’s commitment to promoting health and well-being of UAE community
Dr Mohammed Salim Al Olama, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP), emphasised that World Health Day (WHD) marks a significant occasion for the ministry to reaffirm its commitment to promoting health awareness and encouraging healthy behaviours within the community.
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DEWA provides mosque, clinic and school with clean energy in Benin village
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) employees participated in charity and community work throughout the year, spending thousands of volunteer hours in various humanitarian initiatives.
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Al Hefaiyah Mountain Conservation Centre witnesses first birth of an Arabian Tahr
The Environment and Protected Areas Authority in Sharjah (EPAA) announced the first birth of the Arabian Tahr at Al Hefaiyah Mountain Conservation Centre. This took place in the centre's new expansion that was opened at the beginning of last March by H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah.
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Dubai Media Council launches the #EidInDubai campaign
The #RamadanInDubai campaign, concluded today on a high note capping a month-long celebration of the Holy Month. The unique initiative, launched by the Dubai Media Council at the beginning of Ramadan, under the directives of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, brought together the public and private sectors for the first time in a grand celebration that highlighted Dubai’s strong spirit of community and rich cultural heritage and traditions.
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DAE signs new AED2.75 billion loan from Emirates NBD Bank
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) today announced that it has signed an AED2.75 billion (US$750 million) 5-year unsecured term loan with Emirates NBD Bank (ENBD).