Qatar Airways has been named the official airline of the 2016 International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) celebrations taking place June 23-27 in Madrid."The popularity of Indian cinema has grown exponentially over the years, reflected in the scale and extravaganza of the IIFA awards," Qatar Airways Europe Senior Vice President Jonathan Harding said. Read More »

A two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment is now available in Jebel Sifah for $519,413. The apartment in the Jebel Sifah marina development. features a master bedroom with an en suite bathroom. Off the living and dining area, you’ll find a terrace with glazed sliding doors. The kitchen is fully outfitted with an electric oven, electric cooking hood, microwave oven and a dishwasher. Read More »

During the recent East Africa and Dubai Agribusiness Roundtable meeting, representatives from the East African Community (EAC) joined Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s Ethiopian International Office to discuss opportunities for cooperation and investment.The roundtable focused on agribusiness, an industry important to the UAE, which imports 85 percent of its food. Read More »

United Gulf Properties has listed a one-bedroom apartment in the Al Waha area of Al Ghadeer for $190,579. The 667-square foot apartment has one bedroom with an en suite bathroom and a second bathroom. There’s a huge kitchen with appliances and a pass through to the living room, a storeroom and plenty of space to live and entertain. Pets are allowed. Read More »

Rotana recently announced that 16 of its hotels in the United Arab Emirates have gained the ISO 14001 environmental management certification. ISO 14001, an international standard, provides requirements for environmental management systems. Rotana’s effort to obtain this distinction at its hotels is part of its long-standing commitment to environmental sustainability. Read More »

The Dubai Association Centre (DAC) participated in the fourth European Association Summit 2016 held recently in Brussels to promote Dubai. As a destination partner of the summit, DAC received a lot of interest from the attendees and held more than 50 meetings with international associations based in Brussels who wanted to talk about the center and to learn more about Dubai. Read More »

Qatar's Communications Regulation Authority (CRA) highlighted the progress it has made in promoting competition and safeguarding consumer interests in Qatar in its annual report. The CRA assesses the market to determine where further measures are needed in the promotion of competition. Its report details the country’s transition to a digitally connected nation. Read More »

The Shariah Supervisory Board (SSB) issued a certificate to Dubai-based hydroponic experts Pegasus Agriculture non June 3.The certificate allows Pegasus Agriculture to promote their Hydroponic Investment Product as Shariah compliant. The SSB reviewed all of Pegasus Agriculture's contracts, literature, and associated processes before making the official announcement of the certificate. Read More »

The Food and Agriculture sector of the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry, headed by board member Khalid Al Amin, took part in the Islamic Business Forum - Moscow Halal Expo. The focus of attendees was the unified Halal standard, strengthening the export and import of Halal food, ways to improve Halal food quality and developing access to Halal food from all Islamic states. Read More »

Khaleeji Commercial Bank (KHCB) recently won the Fastest Growing Bank in Bahrain award from CPI Financial Magazines Banker Middle East and Africa. The financial news publication honored the Islamic bank for its outstanding financial results obtained in 2015. KHCB provides individuals and corporate entities with a wide variety of products and services. Read More »

A studio apartment in the Fox Hills area of Lusail City is now available for $247,236. The 656-square-foot apartment offers space to entertain and dine. The kitchen has a gas stove with a hood vent and ample cupboard space to store kitchen necessities. A neutral-colored tile flows throughout the apartment. The apartment complex features a shared gym and fitness center. Read More »

The UAE Ministry of Finance (MoF) recently held a workshop to raise public awareness about financial rules and objectives. “The ministry ... remains committed to establishing effective financial rules ... as part of the important role it plays in supporting sustainable economic development,” MoF Undersecretary Younis Haji Al Khoori said. Read More »

The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) said that while the deadline for mandatory health insurance in Dubai is June 30, penalties will not be imposed on individual sponsors until the end of the year. “Individuals, their families and their employees - such as maids, cooks etc. - will be given a grace period until the end of the year,” Dr. Haidar Al Yousuf, director of health funding at DHA, said Read More »

Qatar Rail recently brought a team of engineers from the Qatar Armed Forces’ Emiri Corps of Engineers to its Doha Metro Gold Line construction site at the Al Waab Station. Qatar Rail said the move is part of its effort to grow integration and cooperation between security and government entities. The company also organized a fire safety mock drill the following day. Read More »

GEZE Middle East is showing off its automated doors and windows solution product line in a new 3,000-square-foot showroom facility in Doha that aims to give architects insight into how the products can enhance the interior design of any home or business. The new showroom in Doha is meant to give consultants and architects a look into the technology used by windows and door products. Read More »

The Bahrain Contractors Society recently met with the real estate sector committee of the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI). Read More »

BioShaft Water Technology Inc. (BSHF) recently provided a corporate update in 2016 second quarter shipments and released expected shipment totals for the rest of the year. Read More »

Sindbad and Europcar announced a new partnership that will offer Sinbad members ease of travel with a global company. Read More »

The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry is sponsoring the first lecture given by Islamic preacher Saleh Al Maghamsi. Read More »

U.K.-based Ethical Boardroom recently named Omantel, the Sultanate’s leading telecom provider, as “Best Telco in Corporate Governance,” singling the company out from numerous other regional businesses in recognition of its superior leadership and high standards. Read More »