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UAE allocates $17.6 billion to Emirati housing programme in Dubai

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RIYADH: Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has approved the allocation of 65 billion dirhams ($17.6 billion) to a housing programme for Emirati citizens in Dubai, to be spent over the next two decades, Arab News quoted a statement from the Dubai Media Office. Sheikh Mohammed, who is also the prime minister of … Read more

Equitable access to digital economy key to build resilience

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DUBAI: The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) had always been about access. Access to clean water and sanitation, access to sustainable cities and communities among 14 other goals. In designing a pathway for local actions, translating into global progress, the UN ensured that actors would leverage on their strengths through partnerships. In this regard, … Read more

UAE enables crypto trading in an economic free zone in Dubai

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Financial regulators in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have reached an arrangement to officially enable and support crypto trading in an economic-free zone in Dubai. The Dubai World Trade Centre Authority (DWTCA) reveals that it had signed an agreement with the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) of UAE to benefit from the regulation and trading … Read more

Adnoc boosts size of drilling unit’s IPO to $1.1 billion

ABU DHABI: The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (Adnoc) hAS said that it was increasing the size of its drilling unit’s initial public offering to cope with the heavy demand for shares, Khaleej Times reported. The state oil company will now list 11 per cent of Adnoc Drilling on the local bourse, raising as much … Read more

First IPL player tests positive for Covid

First IPL player tests positive for Covid

Sunrisers Hyderabad bowler Thangarasu Natarajan has become the first Indian Premier League player to test positive for coronavirus just ahead of the team’s match on Wednesday, organisers said. Natarajan and six close contacts, including all-rounder Vijay Shankar, have been isolated from the players who will face Delhi Capitals in the Twenty20 tournament in Dubai. Hyderabad … Read more

Pakistan vs New Zealand: Sudden end to series is a real shame says Williamson

Pakistan vs New Zealand: Sudden end to series is a real shame says Williamson

The impact of New Zealand‘s decision to cancel the Pakistan tour will be short-lived, according to captain Kane Williamson, who described the abrupt cancellation as a “real shame.” In an interview with Sportstar, the skipper said: “I don’t know much about the details. Everything happened suddenly.” “I don’t know the details [of pullout]. It was … Read more

Growth in ESG investments support stronger asset inflows in GCC: Moody’s

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DUBAI: The growing demand in Islamic and environmental, social, and governance (ESG)-compliant investments is expected to increases asset inflows over the next 12 months, Arab News reported. This is according to the asset managers in Gulf countries, based on Moody’s 2021 survey of chief investment officers (CIOs) from eight leading fund firms. “Half of CIO … Read more

International exodus casts shadow as virus-hit IPL resumes in UAE

International exodus casts shadow as virus-hit IPL resumes in UAE

Indian Premier League hostilities will resume on Sunday in the United Arab Emirates in front of spectators, but without a host of top international stars after four months of pandemic suspension. Fans will be in the stands for the first time in two years when Rohit Sharma’s title-holders, Mumbai Indians, take on Mahendra Singh Dhoni’s … Read more

Expo 2020 Dubai launches platform for international artists

Expo 2020 Dubai Unveils the Ticket Prices, Event Kick starts From July 18

DUBAI: Expo 2020 Dubai’s Design and Crafts Program has launched a platform, called MENASA that is set to showcase the works of more than 40 local and international designers, telling stories of the UAE through curated collections, Arab News reported. The event’s visitors will get the opportunity to explore and experience Emirati crafts and traditions through a … Read more

More Than 200 Free Buses For Visitors To Expo 2020 Dubai Site

More Than 200 Free Buses For Visitors To Expo 2020 Dubai Site

ISLAMABAD: There will be more than 200 free buses to the Expo 2020 Dubai site from nine different locations in the city, the emirate’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced. “The RTA is ready to provide a unique, smooth and express transit service for Expo 2020 visitors from various locations in Dubai and across the UAE through the deployment of 203 buses,” said Mattar Al Tayyer, director-general … Read more

Expo 2020 Dubai: Emirates offers discount on airfare, free passes

Expo 2020 Dubai Unveils the Ticket Prices, Event Kick starts From July 18

DUBAI: With Expo 2020 Dubai less than a month away, Dubai’s flagship carrier Emirates, this week, launched a new initiative called Early Bird Expo 2020 Dubai, Khaleej Times reported. The deal, which coincides with the mega world event, enables travellers to save up to 20 per cent on fares to Dubai when they book their flights early … Read more

Dubai tourism continues to drive recovery

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DUBAI: Dubai welcomed 2.85 million international overnight visitors from January to July 2021, further accelerating the momentum in this landmark year of Expo 2020 and the UAE Golden Jubilee, Khaleej Times quoted the latest industry data by the Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism). Supported by a solid network of stakeholders and partners, Dubai’s … Read more

Expo 2020 Dubai tickets to go on sale at Zoom stores

Expo 2020 Dubai Unveils the Ticket Prices, Event Kick starts From July 18

DUBAI: Starting Friday, all Zoom stores in the UAE will be selling tickets to the world’s greatest show, Khaleej Times reported. This means the residents and visitors will be able to buy their tickets from convenience stores at the Dubai Metro stations or Enoc and Eppco service stations. Zoom will offer all three tiers of tickets to … Read more

This Dubai based supermarket delivers mangoes in a Lamborghini

We all know that Pakistani mangoes are famous all over the world but recently a Pakistani supermarket in Dubai has made a great offer to the consumers with Pakistani mangoes.

Mangoes are the essence of summer and we are glad to have them back in the market. And this Dubai supermarket is selling mangoes in the most ‘Dubai way’ possible.

The Pakistan Super Market in Dubai is selling mangoes in Lamborghini for just DHS 150 and it has blown our minds. Not only that, but also customers get to savour a joy ride in the car.

The supermarket came up with this business strategy last year and it reportedly doubled the sales of the fruit.

They are back with the iconic ‘Mango in a Lambo‘ scheme this year too. Dubai residents can get their mangoes delivered in a Lamborghini, with a minimum order of three boxes, on a first come first serve basis.

They delivered around 1,100 boxes last year through this seasonal Lamborghini service and have already received a number of inquiries for mango delivery through the supercar this year too.

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Get ready to take sky-high view of Dubai from world’s tallest observation wheel

Get ready to take sky-high view of Dubai from world's tallest observation wheel

Looking at the highest point and the clouds from above the sky will be no less than a dream for adventure seekers. The world’s tallest and largest observation wheel is being inaugurated in Dubai to experience these amazing sights. The observation wheel is named ‘Ain Dubai’ and is located on the Blue Island of Dubai. … Read more

UAE PM, Abu Dhabi Crown Prince approve projects

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DUBAI: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai; and His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, reviewed the country’s strategic plans and initiatives aimed at accelerating the … Read more

Mubadala-partnered consortium acquires 46.9% of $2.5 billion Korean firm

DUBAI: A global consortium, including Abu Dhabi wealth fund Mubadala Investment Company, announced a deal to acquire a significant stake in South Korea’s largest medical aesthetics company with a market cap of $2.5 billion, Khaleej Times reported. The consortium led by CBC Group signed definitive agreements to acquire a 46.9 per cent equity interest in Hugel, Inc … Read more

Adnoc investing $1 billion to raise output capacity

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DUBAI: Adnoc, the UAE’s largest fuel and convenience retailer, has signed project engineering agreements with eight contractors worth $1 billion. Adnoc, which will be included in FTSE Emerging Market Index from September 16, plans to raise output capacity to 5 million barrels/day by 2030. Around 50 per cent of the value is expected to flow … Read more

Dubai extends expiry dates of residence visas for stranded expats

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DUBAI: The General Directorate of Residence and Foreign Affairs (GDRFA), Dubai, has extended the expiry date of residence visas for nationals of Pakistan, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Nigeria and Uganda who are stranded abroad, Khaleej Times quoted a Dubai-based carrier flydubai, as saying, on its website. The visas have been extended till November 10, 2021, … Read more

Emirates launches Skywards+ for global members

KARACHI: The Emirates Skywards, the award-winning loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai, has launched an online subscription platform “Skywards+” to offer its 27 million members easy access to customised rewards and privileges throughout the year, a statement said. Initially piloted in 2019 with select members, Skywards+ is now available to all logged in and active … Read more

Dubai World Trade Centre to operate largest venue at Expo 2020

UAE inflation turns positive for the first time in 31 months

DUBAI: The Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) has played a major role in diversifying Dubai’s economy and has worked to create a broader economic impact, cementing the city’s position as a global centre for trade and business tourism, Khaleej Times reported. Regarding the centre’s preparations to celebrate the UAE’s 50th anniversary, Mahir Abdulkarim Julfar, executive … Read more

UAE-bound flights: Pakistan’s airports see traveller’s surge

Israel, UAE ministers in US as Biden seeks to expand normalization

DUBAI: With most airports in Pakistan and India now hosting on-site rapid PCR test facilities, travellers from these countries will no longer be facing last-minute flight cancellations, Gulf News reported. When the UAE allowed the conditional return of expats from Pakistan, India and a handful of other countries earlier this month, one landing requirement was … Read more

T20 WC: Pakistan and India will face each other in Dubai on October 24

T20 WC: Pakistan and India will face in Dubai on October 24

ICC Men’s T20 World Cup (WC) schedule has been announced. The tournament will kick off on October 17, and the Final of the T20 WC will be played in Dubai on November 19. It’s out! 📅 Jot down the dates – the full fixtures of the ICC Men’s #T20WorldCup 2021 🔥 Which clash are you most … Read more

UAE tourists asked to comply with Covid-related rules

DUBAI: Tourists and visitors have been urged to comply with the UAE’s Covid-19 protocols, as they enjoy their summer vacation in Abu Dhabi, Khaleej Times reported. The Abu Dhabi police have issued a statement regarding more proactive efforts as part of the “Healthy and Safe Summer” campaign to educate tourists and the public about the need to … Read more

Aramco joins consortium to finance Saudi Arabia’s biggest solar project

DUBAI: A consortium led by developer ACWA Power has reached financial closure for the 1,500MW Sudair solar plant, a key project in Saudi Arabia’s renewable energy push, Arab News reported. The developer also announced that Aramco-owned Sapco has joined the consortium, marking the oil giant’s first participation in the Saudi Public Investment Fund’s renewable energy … Read more

Dubai airports traffic surges led by Indians and Pakistanis

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Dubai Airports reported significant growth for Dubai International (DXB) in the second half of the year on Wednesday after attaining 10.6 million passengers in the first six months of 2021, while travel restrictions has been affecting its key source markets throughout the second quarter. India continued to be DXB’s top destination country by traffic volume … Read more

Emirates offers complimentary Dubai Expo passes

Emirates postpones flight resumption to Subcontinent till July 21

KARACHI: Emirates, the premier partner and the official airline of Expo 2020 Dubai, has launched an exclusive offer for customers to experience the excitement of the World Expo, the largest-of-its-kind event in the region. Emirates customers visiting Dubai, and travelling through Dubai, anytime during the much-awaited mega event running from October 1, 2021 to March … Read more

Dubai’s private sector hiring in July sees biggest growth since November 2019

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DUBAI: The private sector in Dubai is back to hiring, in fact, new job creation during July was at its fastest since November 2019, Gulf News reported. All of the key categories driving the Dubai economy, retail and wholesale, construction and hospitality are back to hiring, possibly with an eye on an expected increase in the activity … Read more