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Dubai will not increase electricity tariffs as the emirate expands its alternative clean energy sources, said Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, managing director and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa).Speaking on the sidelines of the World Green Economy Summit, which began at the Dubai World Trade Centre on Wednesday, the Dewa chief said the utility services provider continues to develop solar power and energy storage projects to enhance the efficiency of the energy system.Al Tayer said Dewa plans to establish a number of new clean energy projects in the emirate in the next phase.Stay up to date with the…
Bollywood actress Rashmika Mandanna is all set to make her debut at the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards in Abu Dhabi next year, with a live performance at the ceremony.The 27th edition of IIFA Weekend and Awards will take place on January 22 and 23, 2027, at Etihad Arena on Yas Island, bringing together some of the biggest names in Indian cinema for the two-day celebration.Sharing her excitement about performing at the awards for the first time, Mandanna said, “Performing on the IIFA Awards stage for the first time feels incredibly special, and I’m honestly so excited!”The actress, known…
Real Betis midfielder Facundo Bernal was given a four-game ban by the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) disciplinary committee on Wednesday, after his sending off against Barcelona during a 5-2 defeat at the weekend.Bernal was sent off in the 54th minute, moments after Betis had scored to level the scoreline at 2-2 on Saturday. The disciplinary report published on Wednesday by the RFEF stated that Bernal grabbed Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal by the neck, before headbutting him twice.The 23-year-old was deemed to have assaulted Lamine, with the ball not in play. The disciplinary code states that bans range from four…
ABU DHABI, 21st October, 2026 (WAM) — Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi, and Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the national railway network, have entered a strategic partnership to enhance connectivity between Etihad Rail Abu Dhabi Mohamed bin Zayed City Station and Yas Island. Marked by the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), the move will connect Etihad Rail Abu Dhabi Mohamed bin Zayed City Station with Yas Island’s Yas Express shuttle network, establishing dedicated first- and last-mile transport aligned with passenger journeys. The MoU provides more convenient travel routes between…
ABU DHABI: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Excellency Emmanuel Macron, President of the French Republic, witnessed the exchange of the Strategic Defence Partnership Framework between the UAE and the French Republic. The framework was exchanged by His Excellency Mohamed bin Mubarak Al Mazrouei, Minister of State for Defence Affairs, and on the French side by Her Excellency Catherine Vautrin, Minister of the Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs. His Highness and His Excellency Macron also witnessed the exchange of an agreement on implementing arrangements regarding the defence industry. This was exchanged by His Excellency…
ABU DHABI, 21st October, 2026 (WAM) — Lawrence Wong, Prime Minister of Singapore, attended a high-level bilateral business dialogue at Zayed National Museum in Abu Dhabi hosted by Khaldoon Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Executive Affairs Authority, for a high-level business engagement, as part of the Prime Minister’s official visit to the UAE. The engagement brought together senior officials from both countries to explore opportunities for cooperation in artificial intelligence, advanced technology and energy. Singapore Prime Minister Wong stated, “I had good discussions with leaders of major Emirati companies in energy, AI and advanced technologies. We explored opportunities to…
Dubai: Dubai Police joined around 5,000 members of the Filipino community at the opening of Al Rigga Night Market in Dubai, combining community engagement with practical awareness activities on cybersecurity, road safety and crime prevention. The participation was organised by Dubai Police’s Positive Spirit Council in cooperation with the General Department of Police Stations, represented by Al Muraqqabat Police Station, and strategic partners. The event provided an opportunity for Dubai Police to connect directly with Filipino residents, share essential safety information and strengthen relationships with one of the emirate’s diverse communities. Helping the Filipino community stay safe online As part…
Dubai: Emirates Islamic reported a profit of AED2.7 billion for the first nine months of 2026, while operating profit rose 7 percent year-on-year to AED3.3 billion.The bank’s total income increased 6 percent to AED4.7 billion compared with the same period last year, driven by higher non-funded income.Total assets increased by 8.6 percent to AED158.3 billion, while customer financing grew 14.4 percent at AED101.6 billion.Customer deposits increased 13.4 percent to AED115.8 billion, with current and savings account balances accounting for 63.2 percent of deposits.Hesham Abdulla Al Qassim, Chairman of Emirates Islamic, said, “Our focus remains on sustainable balance sheet growth, prudent…
Home UAE Hamdan bin Mohammed directs 500 experts to be invited to Dubai Future Week Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed invites 500 experts from key sectors to Dubai Future Week 2026, launching the 500 Future Minds initiative to shape Dubai’s human-centred future with AI, robotics, biotech and advanced computing Emirates247 Published: 21 October 2026, 13:42 (UAE)Updated: 21 October 2026, 13:54 (UAE)3 min read His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai. (File photograph) Source: Emirates 24|7
Cybersecurity leaders joined TahawulTech.com and Certes in Dubai to explore data-centric security, crypto-agility and quantum readiness. Source: Tahawul Tech