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Rajesh Soman, Group CFO, MHD Automotive; Amol Dilip Pande, CFO, MHD Automotive; Mohammed Shahjahan, Head of Information Technology (ISD); and Jayan Vijayasankar, General Manager, Sales from IntelliSoft. Muscat — Mohsin Haider Darwish L.L.C (MHD Automotive), one of Oman’s leading automotive distributors, has announced the adoption of autoX on SAP Cloud ERP Private as part of its ongoing digital transformation strategy. The implementation will be delivered by IntelliSoft. The initiative is aimed at modernising and integrating MHD Automotive’s operations across its extensive portfolio of global automotive brands. The company represents a wide range of passenger and commercial vehicle manufacturers, including Jaguar Land Rover, MG Motor,…

SHARJAH, 16th July, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Sharjah Media Council, presided over the Council’s meeting this Thursday morning at the Sharjah Broadcasting Authority headquarters. H.H. praised the efforts and achievements of the emirate’s media institutions, which drive the advancement of the media landscape and play a vital role in projecting Sharjah’s image. He noted that their work highlights the emirate’s civilisational, developmental, and cultural accomplishments, reflecting its core vision and mission of serving humanity and society. H.H. stressed the importance of continuously advancing the…

Hiring and managing a domestic worker in Dubai has become faster and simpler after the General Directorate of Identity and Foreign Affairs (GDRFA Dubai) introduced a fully integrated digital service that combines multiple government procedures into a single customer journey. The initiative, titled ‘Domestic Workers Management’, has now been recognized as the Best Digital City Experience under the Hamdan bin Mohammed Program for Government Services, with GDRFA Dubai celebrating the achievement at a ceremony on Thursday. The award reflects Dubai’s continued push to streamline government services by reducing bureaucracy and making essential services more convenient for residents. Stay up to…

RAS EL HEKMA, Egypt,16th July, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi-based Modon Holding and Nammos Hotels & Resorts have announced Nammos Ras El Hekma – the renowned lifestyle and hospitality brand’s first fully integrated destination in Egypt. Located within the Wadi Yemm precinct, the development will bring Ras El Hekma’s promise of timeless Mediterranean living to life, combining Nammos Residences, Nammos Resort, Nammos Village, and a curated selection of all-day dining and wellness experiences, including the globally renowned Nammos Restaurant & Beach Club. Nammos Ras El Hekma represents a new expression of contemporary Mediterranean luxury. Reflecting both the natural beauty of…

Ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final against England, Argentina requested permission from FIFA to wear their “lucky” dark blue away shirt rather than their traditional sky blue and white striped home kit. The request was approved, bringing one of football’s most enduring superstitions back into the spotlight. Argentina’s dark blue shirt has become much more than an alternate kit. For many supporters, it is part of the country’s football folklore, forever associated with some of the nation’s greatest World Cup triumphs over England. The belief comes from a remarkable pattern. Every time Argentina have beaten England at the…

FREELANDER has unveiled the full exterior colour palette of the FREELANDER 8 and introduced its Super Intelligent Valet Parking (SIVP). The two highlights reveal how the brand combines expressive design, sophisticated paint technology and intelligent functions to create a premium all-terrain SUV for modern global users. Originally born in 1997, FREELANDER has evolved from a successful nameplate into an independent global brand co-developed by Chery and Jaguar Land Rover. Jaguar Land Rover leads the design direction and British premium DNA, while Chery contributes advanced technology, global R&D resources and a top-tier supply chain. Positioned as a British Premium Intelligent All-Terrain…

BHM Capital, the leading financial institution in the capital markets of the United Arab Emirates, was recognised at the ADX Members Awards 2025, held during the official launch of the new ADX Single Stock Futures at the Bloomberg office. The event brought together senior executives from across the UAE’s business community to mark a significant milestone in the continued development of the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange’s derivatives market, while recognising outstanding brokerage firms for their contributions to the growth and advancement of the UAE’s capital markets. BHM Capital was represented at the event by Mr. Abdel Hadi Al Sa’di, Chief…

A Brazilian national passed away in Dubai earlier this month, a spokesperson from Brazil’s Embassy in the UAE said. The South American country’s diplomatic misson in Abu Dhabi told Khaleej Times that it is in close contact with the victim’s family, with a member of the consulate expected to meet some family members who are coming to the UAE. The Brazilian national, who was a social media influencer, arrived in Dubai two years ago, and has amassed around 23,700 followers. “Since the news of the death of (the victim), the consular sector of the Brazilian Embassy in Abu Dhabi has offered…

DUBAI, 16th July, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) and Salik Company PJSC, Dubai’s exclusive toll gate operator, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to cooperate in delivering innovative, seamless mobility solutions across DIEZ’s free zones, including Dubai Airport Freezone (DAFZ), Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), and Dubai CommerCity (DCC). The partnership is focused on enhancing customer experience, ensuring a smoother traffic flow along the critical corridor. These solutions, which include access control systems and parking optimisation tools, will cover more than 21,000 parking spaces distributed across DIEZ’s three economic zones, supporting more efficient movement and improved…

FUJAIRAH, 16th July, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Sports is set to host the “Emirates Summer” festival, in collaboration with the UAE Sports for All Federation, Fujairah Martial Arts Club and other sports federations and clubs. Held under the theme “Our Summer is the Nation’s Energy”, the festival will take place from 3rd to 20th August 2026 at Zayed Sports Complex in Fujairah, with over 300 students aged between 8 and 16. The festival seeks to build a sustainable, healthy society by nurturing a culture of sports participation across different age groups, especially among younger generations, and encouraging them…