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Food & Dining

European apples remain a firm favourite with Middle Eastern consumers

  • European apple exports to the Middle East continue to remain popular due to their exceptional quality, diverse varieties, superior taste, consistency and year-round availability
  • Luxury retailers, hotels, gourmet dining establishments, and health-conscious consumers seeking premium, nutritious produce are all driving the demand.
  • The European Union, in partnership with Interfel, the French fresh fruit and vegetable organisation, has launched a series of promotional activities to showcase European apples across the region throughout 2024 and 2025.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 9 October 2024: A campaign to promote European apples is proving to be so fruitful in the Middle East region that the European Union and the French National Apple will be undertaking a third successive export campaign, with French apples taking centre stage.

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Business & Investments

Mashreq Collaboration with Al Etihad Payments Expands Payment Options for Customers in the UAE

Jaywan Cards to be Accepted on All NEOPAY Terminals in UAE

Dubai, UAE, 09 October 2024: Mashreq, one of the leading financial institution in the MENA region, announced it has further expanded payment options for customers across the UAE with acceptance of Jaywan cards on all NEOPAY terminals.

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Featured

In the presence of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi

The inaugural UAE Libraries Forum kicks off in Sharjah

October 9, 2024, Sharjah, UAE

In the presence of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority, the inaugural edition of the UAE Libraries Forum commenced today.

With extensive participation from both local and international experts, the two-day forum seeks to strengthen the role of libraries in promoting culture and knowledge while exploring new avenues for digital transformation and innovation in this rapidly evolving sector.

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Sports & Recreations

Tech Mahindra Global Chess League, day seven: upGrad Mumba Master stun leaders PBG, denying them qualification to the finals


London, 9th October 2024 – In a surprising turn of events, upGrad Mumba Masters delivered a shocking defeat to tournament leaders PBG Alaskan Knights 10-9, disrupting their path to direct qualification for the finals. The win revived Mumba’s hopes of reaching the knockout stage themselves.



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Indian Consulate General of India, Dubai Announces Relocation of Attestation Services Office

Dubai, UAE, October 2024 – The Consulate General of India in Dubai has announced the relocation of its outsourced attestation services office, operated by SGIVS Global LLC, to a new and larger facility. Effective Monday, October 7, 2024, at 08:30 AM, all attestation services will be provided at the newly located Office No. 302 and 104, Al Nasr Central, Oud Metha, Dubai.

This move marks a significant upgrade, as the new premises offer an increased space of 6,400 square feet, compared to the previous office size of 4,000 square feet. The expansion will feature a large premium lounge and a spacious general waiting area, ensuring greater comfort for applicants and enhancing the overall experience. According to Consul General of India, Satish Kumar Sivan, the decision to relocate the office was driven by the growing demand for attestation services among both Indian and foreign nationals residing in Dubai and the Northern Emirates.

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