UAE News
Foundation stone laid for first traditional Hindu temple in UAE
Saturday, April 20, 2019The foundation stone for the first traditional Hindu Temple was laid in Abu Dhabi on Saturday. The ‘Shilanyas Vidhi’ ceremony was presided over by Mahant Swami Maharaj, the spiritual leader of BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha – the religious and social organisation building the temple. The ceremony started with rituals led by Pujya Ishwarcharan Swami. Sanskrit verses… Foundation stone laid for first traditional Hindu temple in UAE
UAE participates in ‘Arab-Russian Cooperation Forum’ in Moscow
Thursday, April 18, 2019WAM — The UAE participated in the fifth edition of the Arab-Russian Cooperation Forum. A ministerial level delegation, headed by Ahmed bin Ali Mohammed Al Sayegh, Minister of State, and with the attendance of Juma Mubarak Al Junaibi, UAE Ambassador to Egypt and Permanent Representative to the Arab League, took part in the event. The… UAE participates in ‘Arab-Russian Cooperation Forum’ in Moscow
Reconfiguration of 10 of Emirates’ Boeing 777-200LR aircraft completed
Wednesday, April 17, 2019WAM — Emirates Airline has announced that it completed the reconfiguration of its last Boeing 777-200LR aircraft. Emirates invested US$150 million in converting the ten Boeing 777-200LR aircraft in its fleet from three to two class cabins featuring wider Business class seats in a 2-2-2 format and a fully refreshed economy class cabin. The reconfiguration… Reconfiguration of 10 of Emirates’ Boeing 777-200LR aircraft completed
US Air Force sends next generation fighter jets to UAE
Wednesday, April 17, 2019The US Air Force has deployed F-35A Lightning II stealth fighters to the Middle East for the first time. The jets arrived at Al Dhafra Air Base in Abu Dhabi earlier this week and are ready to be sent on missions across the region. The aircraft, which cost about $90 million (Dh330m) each, are undetectable… US Air Force sends next generation fighter jets to UAE
US$2 million to support education in Mozambique: Dubai Cares
Wednesday, April 17, 2019WAM — Dubai Cares has pledged AED7,347,000 (US$2 million) to support Mozambique in response to Cyclone Idai. The announcement came during the World Bank and IMF Spring Meetings in Washington D.C. that took place between 8th and 14th April. At the Education Cannot Wait’s High Level Steering Group Meeting, Dubai Cares took part in discussions… US$2 million to support education in Mozambique: Dubai Cares
Meraas confirms completion date for Ain Dubai
Wednesday, April 17, 2019Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 17 April 2019: Meraas today confirmed that Ain Dubai will be completed in time for Expo 2020 Dubai celebrations. Standing at over 250 metres high, the structure will be over 200 percent taller than the first ever Ferris wheel, demonstrating Meraas’ continuous desire to push the boundaries of what’s possible with… Meraas confirms completion date for Ain Dubai
Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabilaunches first edition of Retail Abu Dhabi (RAD) Spring Sales
Monday, April 15, 2019The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced the launch of the Retail Abu Dhabi (RAD) Spring Sales, a massive shopping event taking place across the emirate from April 15 to May 1. Visitors and residents alike will have the chance to enjoy a rewarding shopping experience for two… Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabilaunches first edition of Retail Abu Dhabi (RAD) Spring Sales
Fire breaks out at Paris’ Notre Dame Cathedral (Video)
Monday, April 15, 2019Notre-Dame Cathedral went up in flames on Monday in a roaring blaze that devastated the Parisian landmark, one of France’s most visited places. Flames burst through the roof of the centuries-old cathedral and quickly engulfed the spire, which collapsed. A huge plume of smoke wafted across the city and ash fell over a large area.… Fire breaks out at Paris’ Notre Dame Cathedral (Video)
World’s biggest plane makes first flight (Video)
Sunday, April 14, 2019The world’s largest aircraft took off over the Mojave Desert in California on Saturday, the first flight for the carbon-composite plane built by Stratolaunch Systems, started by late Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen, as the company enters the lucrative private space market. The white aircraft called Roc, which has a wingspan the length of an American… World’s biggest plane makes first flight (Video)
Free two-night getaway in Abu Dhabi with Etihad Airways
Sunday, April 14, 2019Etihad Airways is inviting travellers flying through Abu Dhabi to enjoy a free stopover in the capital of the UAE, as part of a landmark global promotion launching today. Abu Dhabi is a vibrant and diverse city offering visitors the chance to explore cultural highlights, impressive architecture, world-class theme parks as well as striking beaches… Free two-night getaway in Abu Dhabi with Etihad Airways
