Author: Ra'uf Asim Rahal
Dubai drivers, get ready for a smoother commute: It was likewise reported by Salik that two new toll gates will soon establish in order to control the traffic within the city. The Business Bay Crossing on Al Khail Road and the Al Safa South Toll Gate on Sheikh Zayed Road are clearly planned for the Sunday the twenty fourth of November. These gates have just been launched in Dubai by the Roads and Transport Authority, with the intention of eliminating bottlenecks, thus encouraging the formation of other proper channels for transport within the city. The Business Bay Crossing gate is…
Currently in the dynamic markets of Dubai crypto market titans are anchoring their presence in the free zones and sophisticated purpose built offices targeting the digital assets market. Since June 2024, value of crypto transactions in the UAE is at $34 billion and is paving the way for Dubai to become a centre for crypto operations. Dubai specifically turned out to be an ideal place for organizations such as Binance as the emirate has a tax-free environment and an advanced regulatory system. Key Free Zones: DMCC and DIFC There are over 600 crypto companies which are primarily located in the…
Another large mall is expected to open soon to accommodate these consumers, the new Nad Al Sheba Gardens Mall, a two twisted storey retail and lifestyle centre initiated by Shamal, the investment firm that developed this concept. The mall is part of the Nad Al Sheba Gardens mixed-use development sitting roughly 10 minutes drive from Downtown Dubai and adjacent to DIFC, Business Bay, Meydan. This new mall will have a plethora of luxury stores and eateries with Waitrose, the Orchard’s attach point British supermarket, slated to exist one of the leading tenants. Able to accommodate both residents and tourists, the…
Employer benefits have now become important for workers of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries including UAE, KSA, Qatar and Bahrain and most employees are ready for job hopping over unfulfilled expectations. According to the Future of Work 2024 conducted by Zurich International Life and Radius Insights, benefits are considered obligatory for job satisfaction with 92% of the employees. However, UAE employees are much less likely to see their opinion being taken into consideration when it comes to benefits – only 38 percent do. Flexible packages are today’s preference with more than 60 percent of the employee’s in the GCC…
The study which was carried out by Emirates Group and Dubai Airports notes that the aviation sector in Dubai will create 816,000 jobs by 2030 contributing $53.4 billion to Dubai’s GDP. It remains one of the most important sectors in Dubai and generated AED137 billion ($37.3 billion) in the previous year to show its potential in determining the city’s development. Long-term economic impact analysis was carried out based on the aviation industry and all the corresponding supply chains and tourism impact reckoned by Oxford Economics. It focused on the ways in which Dubai’s aviation sector contributes to trade, tourism, and…
They say the clock is ticking towards 2025 and so, it is time to make the tradition of celebrating the New Year at Burj Khalifa set yet again in Dubai. Emaar has confirmed the return of its iconic fireworks show, along with the synchronized Dubai Fountain display, scheduled to start on December 31 at 3:30 PM. If you want to have a look at the world’s tallest building, you can now purchase Burj Park show tickets. Tickets will cost at least Dhs580 for an adult and Dhs370 for children aged five and above, and will be sold through an official…
Dubai has presented a five-year Dh390 million blueprint to upgrade its villages into vibrant places that are healthy for living, working and-touring. The Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum endorsed 37 development projects to be delivered before 2028. These undertakings are centred on enhancing services in these isolated areas as well as expanding tourism industry within the deserts. Probably the most notable highlight is the Saih Al Salam Scenic Route, which is a 100kilometer avenue for vehicle and bicycle use for purposes of tourism in the desert with added…
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announces a new Nol Card Student Package that will hold many advantages for students in the UAE. Launched at Gitex Global 2024, the card offers 50 percent off all the RTA runs public transports; students are now more able to afford their daily commute. With the cooperation with ISIC, the Nol Student Package also offers up to 70% discount at the selected shops, whether in Korea or elsewhere. It also lowering the transportation cost and at the same time makes shopping affordable. As part of its participation in GITEX 2024, #RTA, in collaboration with…
Currently the airline has a service of four a week from Abu Dhabi to Jaipur,plans to elevate the number of flights to ten from December 15, 2024. This decision has arrived in less than four months after the route was launched, thanks to the increasing number of commuters. Arik De, Etihad Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer stated: ‘This service has witness sensational demand and therefore we will be upgrading the weekly flights to offer the services our guests want in terms of frequency and timings. The new schedule is aimed to provide better connections for people travelling from India to…
All motorcycle lovers, this is the day to look forward to as the The Art of Motorcycles Show is back in Dubai scheduled for November 10. It is with great pleasure that this 6th edition will combine art, photography, and a range of marvellously designed motorcycles, which makes it the ideal event for those fans across the United Arab Emirates. Taking place at Flat12 in Port Rashid, this shindig is a free-for-all and will start at 8 in the morning and end at 8 at night. I am sure it caters for everyone whether you are a biker who takes…