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Finance

COVID-19: Bank advises customers not to issue cash or bearer cheques to reduce visits to branches

RAKBANK sent messages to customers about the new measures in the wake of coronavirus Dubai: The national bank of Ras Al Khaimah — RAKBANK — has informed its customers that the bank is discontinuing encashment of cash ore bearer cheques...

COVID-19 relief: Dubai Financial Services Authority offers to support DIFC financial community

A series of significant regulatory relief measures announced Dubai: The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) announced a number of initiatives aimed to provide significant assistance and regulatory relief to the Dubai International Financial Centre’s (DIFC) financial services community. These initiatives are...

UAE’s relief for banks will soften COVID-19 impact on economy

Loan restructuring to reduce impairments, but to increase problem loans formation Dubai: A number of regulatory reliefs announced by the Central Bank of UAE (CBUAE) will soften the impact of coronavirus (COVID-19) on the economy and the banking sector, according...

UAE agriculture tech start-up secures $120m investment

United Arab Emirates agriculture technology start-up Pure Harvest Smart Farms has raised $20.6 million in fresh funding and secured commitments for a further $100 million, it said on Monday. Wafra International, an investment firm owned by the Kuwait state pension...

Tech plays key role in helping residents during lockdown

Technology has played a key role in helping residents work from home, with local service providers reporting an increase in software sales that allow residents to remain in touch with their work colleagues, as well as security protocols. Etisalat reported...

Covid-19: Dubai’s Emaar announces pay cuts across the board

The chairman will receive a 100% salary cut, while the senior management will see their salaries slashed by half. Emaar, Dubai's leading real estate developer, has announced a reduction of salaries across the board, ranging from 15 to 50 per...

Coronavirus: Dubai taxis offer discounts on rides to and from hospitals and clinics

Hala service and the RTA announces 20 per cent discontto facilitate passengers in Dubai ALSO IN THIS PACKAGE Photos: Dubai's Al Ras area closed for two weeks to intensify disinfection drive Coronavirus: Jumeirah Beach Road during Disinfection Programme Photos: Birds...

What if your roommate tests positive for coronavirus in the UAE?

COVID-19: There is no need to press the panic button, say doctors ALSO IN THIS PACKAGE Coronavirus: Virtual job market will help you find a temporary job replacement in the UAE Lifelong: Changes the coronavirus pandemic forced upon us Photos:...

Ask the law: Coronavirus fallout – When can my employer terminate my services?

COVID-19: Relationship with employees in wake of the new ministerial resolution explained ALSO IN THIS PACKAGE Coronavirus: Virtual job market will help you find a temporary job replacement in the UAE Photos: High noon in a coronavirus-stricken world Jet on...

Coronavirus: 259,000 ‘Community Immunity Ambassadors’ sign up for MBRU’s online course in a week

Self-paced online course provides comprehensive details on prevention measures Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences’  innovative, self-paced online course, available on https://learn.mbru.ac.ae/ Huge global enrollment as vast social media sharing results in sign-ups from the UAE,...

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Dubai Gold Prices Fall Below Dh600/Gram, Drop Dh11 in 24 Hours

Gold prices dropped below Dh600 per gram in Dubai on Friday morning as the yellow metal slipped below $5,000,...

Gold Prices Stable in Dubai Morning Trade – 24K Around Dh610

Gold Prices: At 9am UAE time, the 24K gold price was trading at Dh610.75 per gram, slightly up from last night’s close. Among the...

Dubai Metro New Fines Alert: Dh100 to Dh2,000 Penalties Announced

Dubai: If you’ve ever rushed onto the Dubai Metro only to realise you’re in the wrong cabin, you’re not alone. While it’s a common...

Indian woman missing in Dubai, last location Ajman Police HQ, son seeks help

Disturbing news has emerged from Dubai, where an Indian woman has been missing for the past few days. Her son, Shaivi Bhandkar, has appealed...

Dubai Police Introduce New Online Platform for Lawyers with AI-Enabled Website

The platform, accessible through the authority's website using secure UAE Pass log in, was unveiled on January 20 during a press conference A new platform...