Kashkan by Ranveer Brar Expands in Dubai with the Launch of a New Immersive Concept, Kissaghar – A House of Stories

Dubai, UAE — October 2025

Renowned Indian celebrity chef Ranveer Brar is set to unveil Kashkan – Kissaghar on 28th October, marking a significant growth of the Kashkan brand in the UAE. Building on the success of Kashkan at Dubai Festival City Mall, Kissaghar emerges as a unique extension of the brand, reflecting Chef Brar’s vision of transforming dining into a nuanced Immersive cultural experience. With this launch, Chef Brar aims to further establish both Kashkan and Kissaghar restaurant brands as complementary pillars of his culinary journey in the Middle East.

Designed as a “House of Stories,” Kissaghar is adorned with a series of unique installations and spatial elements personally conceptualized, designed and installed by Chef Brar, inspired by his travels and the narratives that have shaped his culinary and cultural vision. Guests will encounter larger than life Mandalas, Lippan art panels, a majestic Banyan tree, and walls evoking the historic Dargahs, each detail reflecting a harmonious blend of heritage, artistry, and innovation. This carefully crafted environment celebrates community, dialogue, and shared experiences, where Indian culture converges with Dubai’s cosmopolitan spirit.

Every corner of Kissaghar embodies this philosophy- where live performances, and culinary artistry will come together in harmony, creating evenings that are not just about dining but about entertainment, connection, and creative expression. Each night unfolds as a “Season of Kashkan,” with evolving themes, performances, and stories that bring continual freshness to the experience.

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PureHealth recognises emergency room heroes across its SEHA Hospitals

Abu Dhabi, 27 October 2025: PureHealth has honoured emergency room (ER) heroes across its SEHA hospital network, for their vital contributions to healthcare in Abu Dhabi. The event was attended by His Excellency Mansoor Ibrahim Al Mansoori, Chairman of DoH, and Shaista Asif, Group Chief Executive Officer of PureHealth, along with other senior leaders.

Held at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC), the event brought together 100 ER physicians, nurses and support staff from SEHA facilities across the emirate. These professionals were honoured for their unwavering dedication to delivering urgent, life-saving care under some of the most challenging circumstances within the community – ensuring Abu Dhabi’s healthcare system continues to thrive.

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S&P Global Ratings and DIFC’s 15th Annual Islamic Finance Conference addresses the 2025-2026 outlook for Islamic Finance

Dubai, 27 October, 2025: S&P Global Ratings and Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, has jointly hosted the 15th Annual Islamic Finance Conference at the DIFC Atrium.

The 15th Islamic Finance Conference highlighted the industry’s strong performance in 2024, marked by 10.6 per cent growth and total sukuk outstanding surpassing USD 1trn for the first time. The conference covered the global outlook for the Islamic finance industry, highlighting the opportunities and challenges for future growth, and provided a deeper dive into the GCC’s evolving capital markets.

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UAE Families Among Top Global Adopters of AI and Digital Assets

  • 71% of UAE families believe they should strategically invest in digital assets such as cryptocurrencies, NFTs or tokenised traditional assets, compared with 69% globally.
  • 75% trust AI tools to support wealth decisions, provided human advisers remain part of major judgment calls, versus 70% globally.
  • Findings reveal that UAE families are combining innovation and strong governance to safeguard multigenerational wealth.
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Analysis: Five trends driving regional adoption of AI Assistants

The Middle East is not a passive consumer but an active architect of the AI future. The UAE is investing heavily in IT infrastructure and rolling out AI education across schools. These efforts are laying the groundwork for everyday AI, technologies that understand local languages, respect cultural nuances, and integrate seamlessly into daily life. Among the clearest examples are AI assistants, which have evolved into trusted companions that help people manage work, learning, and daily routines with increasing fluency.

Rami Abu Arja, Senior Innovation Marketing Manager at Yasmina, Yango Group, explores five trends shaping the adoption of AI assistants and what they reveal about the region’s progress toward a more connected future.

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