World’s biggest gold ring worth $3 million displayed during DSF
Kanz Jewels, one of UAE's leading and oldest Jewellery brands is currently displaying the world's largest gold ring weighing approximately 64 kg's. The ring is displayed with a 'Guinness Book of World Records' certificate.
DSF Journalism Award 2012 unveiled
The Dubai Events and Promotions Establishment, an Agency of the Department of Economic Development and the organisers of Dubai Shopping Festival, has announced the details of the much-awaited DSF Journalism Award 2012.
DED forms two committees for grievances on licensing & permits and...
The Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai has formed two committees to redress grievances relating to licensing and permits procedures; and commercial compliance and inspection.
Young Marketers School launches at Dubai Lynx 2012
Dubai Lynx 2012 is offering young marketers and brand managers a chance to attend the brand communications programme at the new Wunderman/Y&R Young Marketers School.
Dubai Cruise Terminal wins World’s Leading Cruise Port Award
Dubai Cruise Terminal has won the World’s Leading Cruise Port award at the prestigious World Travel Awards 2011 for the fourth consecutive time.
“Customer Service Charter” activities launched
Ministry of Finance (MoF) recently launched its “Customer Service Charter” activities. Part of the Emirates Government Service Excellence Programme, the initiative aims to enhance the standards of services offered to customers in the UAE.
Consumer confidence rising further during last quarter of 2011
The overall consumer confidence index in Dubai increased 15 points to 125 over the last quarter of 2011 compared to the third quarter, according to the quarterly Consumer Confidence Index (CCI) of the Department of Economic Development (DED).
Nakheel to build shopping mall on Palm Jumeirah
Nakheel, the largest Dubai-based property developer, is planning to build a 136,000 square metre mall at the end of the Palm Jumeirah.
Dubai International Boxing Championship starts next month
Dubai International Boxing Championship (DIBC) organized by EMD Sport Services Co and supported by the World Boxing Association (WBA) will start its 4th edition next month.
Rise of the Cloud: Cloud Computing Imperative 2012
Global studies prove that 'cloud computing services' could add US $800bn in net new business revenue by end of 2013.
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Unified physical activity curriculum across Dubai schools
Future plans and implement international best practice guidelines for school physical activity and to introduce a unified physical activity curriculum across all Dubai schools.
Thousands head to Night Souq in its first days
Thousands of shoppers are making a bee-line to the Night Souq, the unique DSF attraction that has given a new dimension to shopping in...
World premiere of Bollywood ‘Players’ in Dubai
Zee Aflam marked its partnership of the world premiere of Players, a Bollywood heist movie starring A-list stars Abhishek Bachchan, Bipasha Basu, Sonam Kapoor and Neil Nitin Mukesh, in Dubai on Wednesday, January 4, 2012 at Grand Cineplex.
Dubai announced 12 billion AED mega solar energy project
The Supreme Council of Energy (SCE) for Dubai has launched the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park. This is a leading project implemented by the SCE and managed and operated by Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA).
Dubai’s retail rebounds along the tourism sector
The retail sector is in a position to take advantage of the improving economic environment, with many retailers expecting better revenues in 2012. While recovery will be gradual, the bottoming out of two main sectors, hospitality and retail, is positive and reflects bright tourism and economic trends.
Penalties on businesses in Dubai reduced
His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai , with his capacity issue decree to reduce penalties on businesses in Dubai.
Global Village concluded 2011 with 2 million visitors
Car queues reached 10km on Emirates road during the first two days of the Dubai Shopping festival 2012
Global Village, member of TECOM Investments and...
Dubai hosts annual meeting of Arab Energy Club
His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, welcomed the annual meeting of the Arab Energy Club in Dubai, the first time the gathering has been held in the emirate.