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Major road improvement project nears completion, shares RTA

Major road improvement project 75% complete, shares RTA

Once completed, the project is expected to reduce journey times significantly, with peak hour travel times expected to be slashed by up to 40 per cent

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Dubai road closure alert: Nad Al Sheba Cycling Race 2024 to shut down key routes

The RTA has advised Dubai residents to plan trips in advance and use alternative routes to avoid the road closures

Dubai sets up environment, climate change authority

Sheikh Mohammed establishes Dubai’s climate change authority

The new initiative, which is aligned with D33, seeks to raise the contribution of the circular and green economy to Dubai’s GDP

Parkin IPO pops 35% on debut Dubai listing

By the end of Thursday, Parkin’s share price soared to Dhs2.84, putting the company’s market capitalisation at Dhs8.5bn

Dubai private school students holiday

Spring break and Eid holidays: When will schools close?

Private schools following the September academic year will commence their Spring Break on March 25, with classes resuming on April 15

DFM owner Borse Dubai slashes stake in Nasdaq

Shares of Nasdaq fell more than 2 per cent at one point amid news that its biggest shareholder, Borse Dubai, is cutting its stake

AHS Properties CEO Abbas sajwani Image Motivate Media Group

‘Location sets the stage for luxury living’, says AHS Properties’ Abbas Sajwani

Keen to step outside the box and reimagine the expected, entrepreneur and AHS Properties CEO Abbas Sajwani is not just selling dream homes – he’s redefining the landscape of luxury living

Take a look: Dubai’s government has a brand new logo

The Government of Dubai has unveiled a brand new logo that will be widely implemented by the emirate’s Executive Council

Dubai consolidates real estate assets under Dubai Holding

Dubai consolidates Nakheel and Meydan under Dubai Holding

The deal is set to combine a complementary suite of services and expertise to diversify Dubai’s economy and maximise its competitiveness

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Ramadan fireworks to light up Dubai skyline starting today: Where to watch

Visitors to Bluewaters and The Beach, JBR can watch a spectacular fireworks show, from March 15 to 17

BUDAPEST - DUBAI

‘Mini-Dubai’ being built in Budapest amid EUR5bn UAE-Hungary deal

First revealed in 2023 by Hungarian Minister Janos Lazar, the project was said to cost approximately EUR1bn, to enhance and upscale an abandoned neighbourhood in the capital

These 5 sectors dominated Dubai trade events in 2023

The Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) has revealed its latest facts and figures regarding how its events in 2023 performed

Dubai ALEC IPO on the cards

Parkin’s $429m IPO oversubscribed 165 times

Dubai Investment Fund sold 749,700,000 shares, equivalent to 24.99 per cent of Parkin’s paid-up capital

Almas Tower in DMCC. DMCC is home to over 24,000 companies

Dubai’s DMCC now home to over 24,000 companies, reveals report

The free zone authority shared that a total of 2,692 new companies joined DMCC last year

Dubai’s IPO haul hits Dhs34.5bn in three years

Dubai’s IPO haul hits Dhs34.5bn in three years

The emirate’s continued listing activity is being driven by the implementation of various initiatives such as the IPO accelerator programme

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4 areas in Dubai where RTA roadwork upgrades are complete

About 18 km of roadworks, as well as the installation of lighting poles along 17 km of existing streets has been completed in Dubai’s Margham, Lehbab, Al Lesaili, and Hatta

DIFC enacts comprehensive digital assets law Image-DIFC

Dubai’s DIFC enacts world’s first comprehensive digital assets law

The new legislation came into effect on March 8 and is available for public access through the DIFC’s Legislative Database

Dubai diamond trade in 2023 Image Getty Images

Dubai diamond trade value dazzles at $38.3bn in 2023

The UAE remains largest trade hub for rough diamonds, with $21.3bn-worth of rough diamonds traded in 2023

Parkin raises share size allocated to UAE retail investors

Parkin IPO: UAE retail offering increased on strong demand

The company increased the allocation of retail investor shares to 89,964,000 ordinary shares from 74,970,000 ordinary shares

DIFC’s five-year innovation strategy for financial services

These 10 nationalities topped Dubai Chamber of Commerce signups for 2023

Latest data published by the Dubai Chamber of Commerce highlights the nationalities of new non-UAE businesses who joined the chamber last year

RTA inaugurates cycling tracks in Al Khawaneej, Mushrif

Dubai: Cycling tracks in Al Khawaneej, Mushrif now open to public

The new tracks mark a significant step towards Dubai’s ambitious goal of reaching 1,000 kilometres of cycling tracks by 2030

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Dubai schools, nurseries can conduct online classes on Monday: KHDA

As a precautionary measure, residents, parents are advised to stay updated on weather alerts and exercise caution when venturing outdoors

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Dubai’s RTA announces Ramadan hours for parking, public transport

The adjustments in service hours ensure parking and public services are accessible for residents and visitors during the month of Ramadan

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Empowering women in aviation: Insights from Michelle Lee of Dubai Airports

Balancing career and family can be done and Michelle Lee of Dubai Airports explains how in this conversation with Gulf Business

ARISTA REAL ESTATE

Arista Properties’ Emma Brain talks luxury real estate and being a woman in the built sector: IWD 2024 special

The Arista Properties executive highlights the growing role of women in shaping the future of real estate in the region.

Dubai ruler imposes 20% tax on foreign banks

Sheikh Mohammed issues law imposing 20% tax on foreign banks in Dubai

Foreign banks that violate the law face a stiff penalty of not more than Dhs500,000

What's On

Industry heavyweights shine bright at the What’s On Dubai Awards 2024

The ceremony was an extra celebration that saw What’s On and Motivate Media Group mark 45 monumental years

EMIRATES - Sir Tim Clark is backing Boeing-Spirit merger

Sir Tim Clark backs Boeing-Spirit merger amid factory crisis

Emirates Airline President said Boeing should address its quality problems as quickly as possible with the undiluted attention of its board and top management

New Dubai football stadiums design render Image WAM

Dubai unveils designs for two new 20,000-seater stadiums

The designs of both sporting facilities prioritise sustainability and smart city integration

Uptown Dubai JLT DMCC launches sustainability hub Image Dubai Media Office

DMCC unveils new hub to power ESG impact

The new ecosystem will pioneer environmental, social, and governance (ESG) best practices among DMCC’s member base of over 24,000 companies