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Finance

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,...

How the UAE is helping the world battle coronavirus

A round-up of the emirates’ overseas endeavours from China to the US ALSO IN THIS PACKAGE Photos: Dubai's Al Ras area closed for two weeks to intensify disinfection drive Coronavirus cabin fever: 7 celebrity accounts to bring cheer Coronavirus: List...

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Oman and Iran discuss reopening Hormuz shipping lane amid security talks

Oman and Iran’s foreign ministers spoke on Thursday about re‑establishing safe shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. They emphasized technical measures to secure the corridor and prevent future conflicts.

Sheela Paul stresses Gandhi’s peace message at Sharjah Book Fair

At the Sharjah International Book Fair, author Sheela Paul addressed a Gandhi Smruthi lecture series organized by the Mahatma Gandhi Cultural Forum. She urged the audience to adopt Gandhi’s principles to foster global peace.

Nol‑Jaywan Card Trial Begins in Dubai for Transport and Daily Payments

Dubai’s transport authority is testing a new Nol‑Jaywan card that merges public‑transport fare with broader payment functions. The trial, launched this month, aims to let commuters use one card for travel, parking and everyday purchases.

UAE energy firms turn to automation and AI to boost resilience

Emerson officials explain that advanced automation and AI are reducing outage times and improving safety in the UAE’s energy industry. They stress that while digital tools aid resilience, physical redundancy still protects capacity.

UAE teen Riyan Malhan clinches historic Youth Olympic badminton gold

Riyan Malhan became the first Emirati to capture a Youth Olympic gold medal in badminton, beating France’s Mady Sow in the final. The triumph follows his earlier Asian junior titles and highlights UAE’s rising badminton program.