Latest Dubai News
Ramadan dates for 2013 announced
18/3/2013 -The Ramadan Crescent will be seen on July 9th evening, and the first day of the holy month of Ramadan will be July 10th, corresponding to Ramadan 01, 1434 H, the Sharjah Planetarium at the Department of Culture and Information announced.
Dubai Fountain Lake Ride is the latest attraction in Downtown Dubai
18/3/2013 -The Dubai Fountain Lake Ride, launched in Downtown Dubai, is the latest attraction for the burgeoning number of visitors entering Dubai every year.
First Sufouh Tram expected in late 2013
18/3/2013 -The first of eight tram train sets, which were expected for the first phase of the Sufouh Tram Project, will arrive in Dubai on 11th December 2013 from France, revealed Mattar Al Tayer, Chairman and Executive Director of RTA.
New Flower Tower concept introduced in UAE
15/3/2013 -A residential tower with plants built into facades and balconies, will make its entry into UAE, and will be displayed at the regions dedicated outdoor landscaping show later in the month.
Largest heritage project Heart of Sharjah is in progress
11/3/2013 -One of the largest heritage projects in the UAE and the Gulf Region is currently underway in Sharjah.
Dubai welcomes record visitor numbers in 2012
11/3/2013 -The number of visitors to Dubai has crossed 10million mark, recording maximum visitor numbers in 2012, indicating a 9.
Dubai to have 11 new schools this year
7/3/2013 -According to Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), 11 new schools are likely to open in Dubai in the academic year 2013-14.
Dubai landlords ban sharing or sub-leasing of apartments
7/3/2013 -Landlords in Dubai are changing the trend of permitting tenants to share apartments to increase occupancy in their buildings.
Dubai Municipality to open 10 new public parks
4/3/2013 -Thousands of square meters have been converted into green zones, as Dubai Municipality launches the 33rd Plantation Week.
Germany, Spain grants Schengen Visa exemption to UAE nationals
4/3/2013 -UAE nationals have welcomed and hailed the Schengen Visa exemption rule, granted by German and Spanish governments recently.
Sponsors to bear National ID card cost of expat employees
4/3/2013 -Millions of expatriate employees in the UAE can save more than Dh 200 for ID card renewal every two years, owing to a new move by the Emirates Identity Authority (Emirates ID).
Dubai to be among global list of megacities by year 2025
4/3/2013 -Dubai will be one of the few Middle Eastern metropolises that may join the global list of megacities by the year 2025, which will have a population of more than eight million, and a GDP of more than USD250bn, a senior executive at a global consulting form said.
Dubai is global tourism hub: GCC Chambers
28/2/2013 -The UAE has established itself as one of the most coveted tourism destinations in the world, and looking beyond just oil, the country has successfully managed to establish a strong tourism-based economy.
New Cartoon Network Zone for IMG Theme Park
28/2/2013 -Ilyas & Mustafa Galadari Group (IMG Group), in partnership with Turner CN Enterprises is bringing in a dedicated Cartoon Network Zone to the IMG Theme Park in Dubai.
Sharjah Municipality caps rental hikes at three years
28/2/2013 -Sharjah Municipality has announced that landlords and real estate developers will not be allowed to increase rents for next three years from the start of tenancy contract.
Top reasons for Dubai to be the apt venue for hosting World Expo 2020
25/2/2013 -With November 2013 approaching closer, Dubai and UAE is gearing up to play host nation while also awaiting the final vote result for the city that bags the opportunity to host the World Expo 2020.
UAE seeks visa-exemption for nationals to Schengen countries
25/2/2013 -Sheikh Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that UAE is initiating efforts strongly, with European Union to exempt nationals of the state of the Schengen Visa.
DEWA will not be privatized: Dubai Government
21/2/2013 -The Dubai government has no intention to privatize the electricity and water sector, said Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Minister of Finance, and President of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA).
Nursing profession to be nationalized in UAE
19/2/2013 -The UAE Ministry of Health has signed deal with Sharjah and RAK Universities to emiratize the nursing profession in the country.
Health Insurance mandatory for UAE visitors
19/2/2013 -Health Insurance is mandatory for visitors planning to enter UAE, a senior official from General Directorate of Residency and Foreign Affairs (GDRFA) said.
E-cards replaced with National ID for Labour, Justice Ministries
15/2/2013 -The Interior Ministry, together with Ministry of Justice, have launched an initiative to replace the e-signature cards of the Labour Ministry with the National ID, thereby helping Emirates Identity Authority (EIDA) in achieving complete e-linkage with the Ministry.
New Fun City centres to come up in UAE
15/2/2013 -Landmark Leisure, the entertainment division of Landmark Group, has announced plans to open 7 new Fun City centres across the region during first half of 2013, aimed at expanding its presence in the region.
Unified address system for UAE soon
15/2/2013 -With the new unified address system to be launched in UAE shortly, it will no longer be difficult to identify your favourite restaurant or telling the civil defence.
First A380 facility in Dubai, now fully open for business
12/2/2013 -Dubai Airports and Emirates have announced successful completion of the phased launch of Concourse A, home of A380 and worlds first purpose-built facility for aircraft at Dubai International.
