Middle East

India, UAE hold meeting on IMEEC

The Indian delegation included officials from from Ministry of Shipping, Ports and Waterways, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Central Board of Excise and Customs and Deendayal Upadhyay Port, Kandla.

2024-05-17T17:44:27.624061+00:00 IST

Israel promotes switch to renewable energy use in private homes

Israel's Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure launched a first-of-its-kind guide to aid local authorities in encouraging their residents to adopt renewable energies in their homes.

2024-05-17T08:38:42.748770+00:00 IST

UAE Foreign Minister meets member of Israeli Knesset

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs, has met with Mansour Abbas, a member of the Israeli Knesset and Chairman of the United Arab List, in Abu Dhabi.

2024-05-17T08:32:33.865096+00:00 IST

UAE: Sharjah Centre for Volunteer Work, Al Qasimia University to

The Sharjah Centre for Volunteer Work of Sharjah Social Services Department and Al Qasimia University (AQU) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance voluntary work and social responsibility amongst students.

2024-05-17T08:27:09.922763+00:00 IST

Indian embassy officials pay last respects to Col Kale

The officials from the Indian Embassy in Israel paid their last respects to Colonel Waibhav Anil Kale (Retd) who was killed in Gaza as his mortal remains were repatriated to India.

2024-05-17T05:25:46.044259+00:00 IST

Over 120 dhow boats to compete in 3rd Al Gaffal 60ft Traditional

The great race, now in its 33rd edition, was founded by the late Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum and has been organised by the Dubai International Marine Club since 1991. It commences from Sir Bu Nair Island, passes through Moon Island, and concludes at the Dubai shore, covering a race distance of more than 50 nautical miles.

2024-05-17T00:30:24.940944+00:00 IST

ٍSEWA implements projects to enhance Kalba's 'Hanging Gardens'

SEWA recently completed the installation of an 11/0.415 kV distribution station, comprising three transformers with a total capacity of 1500 kVA, alongside a 14-km-long 11 kV cable. These infrastructural enhancements aim to cater to the cultural hanging gardens project in Kalba, adhering to stringent quality standards and specifications.

2024-05-17T00:28:48.187132+00:00 IST

APHDC and PwC issue white paper on health equity, autism

Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre (ADPHC) and PwC have published a white paper titled Towards Health Equity: Bridging the Gap for Individuals with Autism through Public Policy and Technology during Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week (ADGHW), hosted by the Department of Health - Abu Dhabi (DoH), the regulator of the healthcare sector in the emirate.

2024-05-16T18:14:48.078839+00:00 IST

EAD starts first reintroduction phase of Dama Gazelles in Chad

As part of one of the largest large mammal reintroduction programmes in the world, the Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD) released for the first time six Dama Gazelles into the Ouadi Rime - Ouadi Achim Wildlife Reserve (OROAWF) in Chad. One of the three most endangered gazelle species, this latest release is part of an ambitious initiative to increase Dama Gazelle numbers in the wild.

2024-05-16T18:12:50.309206+00:00 IST

UAE: Sir Bu Nair Festival 24 kicks off May 17

The Environment and Protected Areas Authority in Sharjah (EPAA) is gearing up amidst intensive arrangements for the 24th edition of the annual Sir Bu Nair Festival, set to take off on May 17, with distinguished participation from several government institutions in Sharjah.

2024-05-16T17:54:28.528023+00:00 IST

UAE International Chamber attracts eight multinational companies

Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under Dubai Chambers, has announced details of several notable achievements during Q1 2024 in attracting foreign direct investment to Dubai and supporting the efforts of local companies to expand into global markets, in line with the objectives of the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33).

2024-05-16T17:51:52.737170+00:00 IST

Dubai Ruler meets with Prime Minister of Kuwait

They discussed the growth of bilateral relations, guided by President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Emir of Kuwait.

2024-05-16T17:33:27.947442+00:00 IST

UAE President receives phone call from President of Brazil

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call today from Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, President of the Federative Republic of Brazil.

2024-05-16T17:29:31.678501+00:00 IST

Sharjah Ruler chairs University of Kalba’s BoT meeting

Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member, Ruler of Sharjah and President of the University of Kalba, chaired, on Thursday, the second meeting of the Board of Trustees (BoT) at the university's headquarters.

2024-05-16T17:23:20.609213+00:00 IST

Israeli military says five soldiers killed in friendly fire

The five soldiers, who were killed, included four sergeants and one captain, aged between 20-22.

2024-05-16T16:28:33.414336+00:00 IST

Abu Dhabi Customs launches Virtual Corridor Cargo Movement System

This is achieved by establishing virtual corridors using electronic customs seals implemented within the framework of the National System for Tracking Trucks and Shipments in coordination with the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Ports Security.

2024-05-16T15:19:07.438857+00:00 IST

UAE: Xposure opens registration for award contest

The contest commenced on May 15 and will run until September30. Interested participants can register.

2024-05-16T08:50:29.383399+00:00 IST

Israeli PM Netanyahu advances contentious bill to conscript ortho

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office announced on Wednesday that the Israeli premier will advance contentious legislation for conscripting members of the Orthodox Jewish community into army service.

2024-05-16T07:56:33.893481+00:00 IST

5 Israeli soldiers killed in friendly fire incident

The incident took place in the Jabalya refugee camp where Hamas has been trying to regroup. An initial probe found that a tank fired two shells at a building where soldiers from the Paratroopers Brigade's 202nd Battalion were gathered.

2024-05-16T07:46:50.605406+00:00 IST

Israel’s FM reveals Iranian plot to destabilise Jordanian regime

Additionally, the network planned to smuggle weapons into the areas of the Palestinian Authority in order to build a new Hamas terror infrastructure and open another front against Israel.

2024-05-16T07:36:45.623074+00:00 IST

Israel appropriates millions to aid small businesses owned by mil

Israel's Ministry of Economy and Industry will invest 10 million Shekels (USD 2.73 million) in the development and operation of aid projects for small businesses owned by men and women serving in military reserve duty during the war against Hamas in Gaza.

2024-05-16T07:35:02.033399+00:00 IST