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Dubai ratifies bad weather mitigation initiatives

Dubai greenlights initiatives to mitigate impact of severe weather

Sheikh Hamdan directed the Dubai Land Department to coordinate with property developers to expedite the restoration of normalcy

Dubai airport departure operations improving steadily, says CEO

Dubai Airports’ Paul Griffiths says departures improving steadily

To reduce congestion, the airports operator advised travellers against arriving too early at Dubai International Airport to avoid overcrowding

RTA, Dubai Municipality intensify clean up operations after storm

RTA, Dubai Municipality intensify clean up operations after storm

The two entities have taken steps to minimise disruptions across the city, including clean up operations and rerouting traffic

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Dubai Airports limits arrivals: Air India, Emirates and flydubai revise flight schedules

Over 1,632 flights have been cancelled since the torrential downpour, on April 16, that brought Dubai to a standstill

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Dubai airports recovery: Here’s what you need to know

The airport authority emphasised the need for passengers to arrive at Terminal 1 only if they have a confirmed booking

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NCM weather advisory for UAE: Cloud cover with rain to continue in some parts

The NCM forecast the likelihood of low clouds forming over the East coast, with possible rain clouds developing by afternoon

PICS: Flooded roads, stranded cars amid massive UAE storm

A low pressure weather system that swept across the country on Tuesday caused widespread disruption

Highest rain levels recorded in UAE since records began in 1949

Large storms, buoyed by a low pressure cell, swept into the UAE on Tuesday, sparking off widespread flooding

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UAE weather alert: Work from home extended for schools, public and private sector workers

The directive aims to prioritise the well-being of employees and residents in light of the prevailing weather conditions

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Second wave of thunderstorms hit UAE: Dubai sees heavy rainfall

Adverse weather conditions may persist into Wednesday morning with convective clouds over coastal areas

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Rainy weather forecast across UAE: NCM

Mariners and sea-goers are also urged to exercise caution as rough seas are forecasted due to unstable weather conditions during this period

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Dubai: New Al Khaleej Street Tunnel project to ease traffic, cut travel time

The state-of-the-art tunnel will span 1,650 metres and is designed to accommodate up to 12,000 vehicles per hour in both directions

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Olayan, Lunate acquire stake in ICD Brookfield Place

Lunate and Olayan Financing Company will each possess a 24.5 per cent equity interest in ICD Brookfield Place

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Dubai receives 3.67 million overnight visitors in Jan-Feb

Dubai recorded 1.77 million international visitors in January, and 1.9 million in February, according to DET figures

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Eid al Fitr 2024 fireworks across UAE: Where to watch it in Dubai and Abu Dhabi

From Dubai’s Global Village to Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, fireworks will light up the night sky to mark Eid al Fitr 2024

Dubai South Properties awards Dhs1.5bn contract to AL Kharafi to build new phases

Dubai South awards Dhs1.5bn contract to develop new South Bay phases

South Bay is envisioned as a premier residential community located in the heart of the Residential District in Dubai South

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Emirates’ 2024 April Fool’s: 380-story tower with private airport

The combination of Emirates’ brand and quality to a new development pushes the boundaries of branded real estate in the UAE

Dubai: RTA identifies 16 bus stations, depots for upgrades

Dubai: RTA identifies 16 bus stations, depots for upgrades

Six bus depots at Al Khawaneej, Al Qusais, Al Ruwyyah, Al Aweer, Jebel Ali, and Al Quoz will undergo improvements as part of the project

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What you need to know about Dubai’s ban on single-use plastic: Fines and exemptions

The aim of the plastic ban is to mitigate plastic waste and instigate a shift towards recycling practices

Dubai ALEC IPO on the cards

Dubai considers IPO for ALEC amidst property boom: Reports

Investment Corporation of Dubai is said to consider listing ALEC

RTA to open co-working space at Burjuman metro station

Dubai’s RTA pilots co-working space at Burjuman Metro Station

The co-working space offers seamless accessibility via the metro and other public transport modes, obviating the need for a car

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Here’s what Dubai’s new 20% tax regime for foreign banks means

The new tax regime clarifies that the headline 9 per cent corporate tax will be creditable against the emirate-level tax on foreign banks

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Dubai debuts free ‘smart umbrella’ service, here’s how it works

This initiative aims to offer residents and visitors a convenient and sustainable way to comfortably explore the city irrespective of the prevailing weather conditions

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

UK’s abolition of non-dom tax status: How Dubai stands to benefit

By April 2025, a revamped tax regime will take effect, stipulating that all foreign income and gains will become taxable after just four years of UK residence

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‘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

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‘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

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

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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