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Flights by UAE airlines coming from the country to Ahmedabad and Mumbai are operating to schedule on Thursday (July 25), but there are expected delays for flights departing from the two cities due to the heavy rainfall in the affected areas in India. A spokesperson for Etihad Airways told: “I can confirm that our flights to and from Mumbai are currently operating normally. However, we are experiencing some weather-related delays for flights departing from the affected regions due to the heavy rainfall. “Passengers are advised to check the status of their flights on our website or mobile app for the most up-to-date information,” added the spokesperson for the Abu Dhabi-based carrier. The spokesperson for Emirates also said there is no impact on their operations in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, and Chennai. Another Dubai-based carrier, flydubai, also confirmed flights to Ahmedabad and Mumbai are operating to schedule. “Passengers are advised to check the flight status on flydubai.com,” added the airline spokesperson. Continuous and heavy rains over Mumbai and neighbouring areas have disrupted flight operations at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, prompting Indian airlines to issue advisories to passengers about periodic delays in flight schedules. SpiceJet, Air India, and IndiGo have announced flight delays, […]
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Veteran Emirati artist Dhaen Juma Al Tamimi, a pioneer in the UAE’s art scene and a significant contributor to the renaissance of Emirati and GCC drama, passed away. Born in 1949, Dhaen Juma Al Tamimi began his artistic career in 1971. Throughout his illustrious career, he made significant contributions to both theatre and television, establishing himself as a leading figure in the first generation of Emirati artists. He worked alongside other notable artists such as Sultan Al Shaer, Mohammed Al Janahi, Jaber Naghmoush, and Ahmed Al Jasmi, among others. Some of his notable dramatic works include “The People of Antar”, “The Neighbours” and “The Shadows of the Past”. His legacy will continue to inspire and shape the landscape of Emirati and Gulf drama.
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Several shops were gutted when a fire engulfed the Sharia Market in Al Dhaid city in the wee hours on Thursday, according to the Sharjah Civil Defence. The blaze caused significant damage to the market. In a huge relief to the shop owners, the Sharjah Ruler ordered the authorities to provide alternative shops for the affected traders immediately. Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah and Member of the Supreme Council asked for the shops to be ready within three days, which will come fully equipped with furniture, shelves and air conditioning. Sheikh Dr Sultan also initiated a project that includes the completion of a permanent market. This newly built complex will feature more than 60 commercial shops made of concrete, replacing the old market that was constructed temporarily from palm leaves and housed only 16 shops. He also directed that the affected shop owners be compensated with new shops in the new market and provided with financial compensation for their losses. According to Colonel Sami Al Naqbi, Director General of the Sharjah Civil Defence Authority, the operation room was alerted about the blaze in the Sharia Market at 3:14am, and civil defence teams promptly responded. Firefighters […]
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A gang of four Arabs were arrested in Sharjah for stealing 1,840 laptops worth more than Dh1 million, police said on Thursday. They were nabbed less than 48 hours after the heist. An Asian man, who works in a transport services company, said he was on his way to deliver the laptops when the gang stopped him in an industrial area, pretending to be police officers. He discovered later that he had been scammed. Less than two days after the fraud was reported to the Central Operations Room, the Sharjah Police managed to track down the suspects and take them into custody. “After verifying the information, a team of officers immediately started the investigation,” said Col Abdul Rahman Nasser Al Shamsi, deputy director of the Criminal Investigations Department of the Sharjah Police. “Based on the data they had gathered, they tracked down the suspects and monitored them closely before arresting them and bringing them to justice,” he said. The Sharjah Police called on the community to stay vigilant and report any malicious activity or behaviour in their neighbourhoods. Residents may reach out by dialling 999 for emergencies and 901 for non-urgent cases. Online channels are also open to all.
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Many students who went to Our Own English High School in Dubai would remember Indian expat Kesavan. He was the school bus driver who knew each of his student passengers by heart. Kesavan, who served the school for more than 30 years, died in his home country earlier this month, prompting an outpouring of love and tributes on social media. For some, it was his “photographic memory” that they remembered the most. “Uncle Kesavan was a vital part of the school during dispersal time,” said Mehnaz Ilyas, who graduated from the school in the early 2000s. “It’s almost as if he personally knew where each of the 4,000 students needed to go and would direct them to their respective bus routes.” Ilyas was always amazed by how he remembered everyone’s faces. “Whenever we had to stay back for an extra lesson or for practice sessions, all we needed to do was go to him and he would instantly direct us to a bus,” she said. “It was almost like he had an entire computer system in his head.” Reliable man For Charu Raizada, a former teacher at the school, Kesavan was one of the most trustworthy aides. “In those days, […]
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Some schools in Dubai aim to create a team of senior students who will be trained in Mental Health First Aid (MHFA). This comes after the emirate recently launched a comprehensive mental health framework worth Dh105 million. Notably, Mental Health First Aid is an internationally recognised, evidence-based training programme designed to provide support for mental health issues, similar to how physical first-aid training addresses physical health concerns. Dubai’s Mental Health Framework aims to accomplish 10 strategic goals within the next five years and create an all-encompassing care model addressing every aspect of mental health services. Additionally, the framework will emphasise the educational environment by equipping school staff and parents with the tools to enhance students’ psychological well-being. Let’s see how such novel initiatives will add to the ‘care strategy’ for pupils. Counselling, peer support Ian Plant, Principal/CEO, GEMS Founders School – Dubai South said, “It is wonderful to learn about the Mental Health Framework that will most definitely benefit all schools across Dubai in creating a more supportive and nurturing educational environment.” “We will provide counselling services, implement peer support initiatives and eventually build a team of senior students trained in mental health first aid.” Plant explained that the school has already […]
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Budget carrier Air India Express has launched a direct flight between Abu Dhabi and the Indian city of Bengaluru. With over 200 weekly flights, Bengaluru is the largest station for Air India Express. With the launch of the Bengaluru-Abu Dhabi flight, Indians from cities such as Ayodhya, Bagdogra, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Goa, Guwahati, Gwalior, Hyderabad, Indore, Jaipur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Pune, Ranchi, Varanasi, and Visakhapatnam now have the option to connect to UAE capital. Air India Express operates direct flights connecting Abu Dhabi to Bengaluru, Kannur, Kochi, Kozhikode, Mangaluru, Mumbai, Thiruvananthapuram, and Tiruchirappalli. It connects 17 Indian cities to Abu Dhabi via one-stop itineraries. Last week, Indian low-cost carrier IndiGo said it would launch direct flights between Abu Dhabi and Mangaluru, Coimbatore and Tiruchirappalli from next month. The flights on the Abu Dhabi to Mangaluru route will operate daily from August 9, and the Tiruchirappalli to Abu Dhabi will operate four times a week, starting from August 11, 2024. The direct flights between Coimbatore and the UAE capital will operate thrice weekly from August 10.
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The Dubai Police will set up ‘silent radars’ across residential neighbourhoods, according to sources. These devices are called ‘silent’ because they don’t flash like traditional radars do. These aim to detect more than just speeding violations, in order to encourage drivers to maintain proper safety practices like wearing seatbelts and refraining from using mobile phones, a top official said. Some residents use mobile phones or don’t buckle up while driving within their communities for a quick grocery run. However, the traffic law applies even if one is driving within residential neighbourhoods. Failure to fasten your seatbelt can lead to a fine of Dh400 and 4 black points, while using a hand-held phone while driving can result in a fine of Dh800 and 4 black points. It was not immediately clear when the silent radars would be set up. The authority stated that behavioural fines are always double-checked before they are issued. Salma Mohammed Rashed Almarri, head of Traffic Awareness section, said: “The Dubai Police officers always double check the fines taken by video footage before releasing it, especially in behavioural violations like holding phones and fastening seatbelts.” More than just speeding Hassan Ali Taleb Alhamer from the Traffic Technology Department explained […]
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A ‘Marriage Loan’ initiative that will provide an interest-free loan of up to Dh150,000 for eligible newly married UAE Nationals, has been launched by the Abu Dhabi Social Support Authority (SSA). The loan can be availed by Emiratis who are employed and hold an Abu Dhabi family book. Conditions for availing loan The authority will start receiving applications from early September 2024. The initiative was implemented as part of the Abu Dhabi Family Wellbeing Strategy and the Emirati Family Growth Programme, launched by Department of Community Development – Abu Dhabi. It will support the Emirati Family Growth Programme’s goal to enhance the quality of life for families, youth, and parents. The initiative is designed to encourage young people to marry in accordance with the UAE’s heritage and wedding traditions, and establish strong, resilient and cohesive families. Abdulla Al Ameri, Director-General of the Abu Dhabi Social Support Authority, said, “This initiative underscores the Abu Dhabi Government’s dedication to strengthening family cohesion and social bonds, fostering population growth among citizens, and facilitating the formation of stable families. These efforts align with SSA’s strategic direction to reinforce the stability of Emirati families and amplify the positive impact they have on society.”
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