Author: Mahdeehassan
India has approved four new embarkation points for pilgrims for the Hajj in 2023, two of them in Kerala state. Kannur and Calicut in the Malabar area of the state are the new airports of embarkation for Keralites. The Gulf region hosts millions of expatriates from Kerala and the new embarkation points will come as a consolation for them when their families and relatives go on Hajj from this year onwards. Two other airports newly approved for Hajj pilgrims are Vijayawada in Andhra Pradesh and Agartala in Tripura. “The final number of embarkation points will be subject to a minimum…
GMG Everyday Goods’ retail division, embraces Ramadan this year with a host of themed activations promising great value, variety and convenience in the run up to and during the Holy Month. The “Ramadan feeling” is in abundance across 16 Géant and 21 aswaaq supermarkets with a unique store ambience that showcases the spirit of the season. Shoppers can avail 50 percent discount or more on everything from fresh and dry food to electronics and homeware as well as unbeatable offers on Ramadan staples like oil, canned goods, pulses, rice and dates. During the month, shoppers will find discounts up to 70…
Dubai/Kuwait, March 20, 2023: Advancing the prospect of sustainable marine transportation in the region, a pioneering electric marine vessel maker, Crown Electric Ships and Boats Dubai, today announced clinching a deal with the Badr Sultan Group of Kuwait, to develop and supply a fleet of zero-emission electric yachts for the region. The company said the deal valued at an initial order of US$ 10 million is for developing a fleet of electric vessels ranging from 7.3-meter electric cabin cruisers to 23.9-meter electric catamarans specifically designed for the Middle East market. The initial deal was signed by the Managing Director of Badr…
March 20th, Dubai, UAE: Theatrical film “A Tribute”, a collaborative work of filmmaker Hana El Sadek and jewellery designer Zeina Madwar, took the audience on a visual journey during its screening by exploring human character quirks and embodying them through expressive ornaments. “It was — true to its name — a tribute to existence and peculiarities that make us human and to which nobody is an exception. So, by and large, it is simply a tribute to being human,” explained Co-producer Zeina Madwar, who is also the Founder of ZM Collections, a Dubai-based brand specializing in jewellery inspired by natural elements,…
At an official ceremony on February 26th at the American University in Cairo (AUC), the Liu Shiming Art Foundation announced its latest efforts to promote global arts dialogue and support young artists. School and foundation representatives emphasized their commitment to artistic excellence and cross-cultural understanding through speeches. The first Liu Shiming Scholar at AUC was revealed during the event, along with the announcement of the donation of the sculpture “Silk Road” by acclaimed Chinese artist Liu Shiming. Dr. Ahmad S. Dallal, AUC’s President, expressed his appreciation to the Liu Shiming Art Foundation for its generous donations, including an endowed scholarship…
Visionize Technology, the leading tech-hospitality company, announces the latest addition to its diverse portfolio with the recent signing of Bab Al Qasr hotel, a premium property, situated in one of Abu Dhabi’s prime locations on the Corniche. Covering 412 rooms, 265 residences and all the outlets, the aim is to enhance the guest experience, lower overall business costs and generate more revenue. The property is expected to witness an increase in the average spent per guest after the implementation of Visionize, mainly due to built-in smart marketing and upselling features, along with fantastic visual experience and a seamless multilingual interface.…