• Students from 11 countries join the UAE’s top Engineering, Tech, and Business programmes
• First-Degree admissions jump 62%; Higher-Degree admissions soar by 180%
Dubai, UAE – BITS Pilani Dubai Campus (BPDC) has achieved it’s highest-ever admissions growth with the Class of 2025, marking a turning point for student diversity and academic excellence. This year’s incoming class reflects unprecedented cultural, academic, and geographic diversity, with nearly 67% of students coming from outside the UAE, representing 11 countries across Asia, Africa, and the Gulf.
UAE – September 2025: Dubai shone even brighter as Joyalukkas, the world’s favourite jeweller, announced the grand opening of its brand-new showroom at Ibn Battuta Mall. The highly anticipated launch took place on Saturday, 20th September 2025, at 5:00 pm, at Ibn Battuta mall, Andalusia Court, marking yet another milestone in the brand’s remarkable journey of growth and excellence, across the UAE and beyond.
The inauguration was graced by distinguished chief guests, including H. E. Satish Kumar Sivan, Consul General of India to Dubai and the Northern Emirates, along with Dr. Joy Alukkas, Chairman of Joyalukkas Group, Mr. John Paul Alukkas, Managing Director of Joyalukkas International Operations and Ms. Sonia Alukkas, Executive Director of Joyalukkas International Operations. The world’s favourite jewellery brand considered this a significant milestone in their growth story.
Dammam, KSA – September 2025: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia witnessed a new chapter in luxury jewellery shopping as Joyalukkas, the world’s favourite jeweller, proudly announced the grand opening of its latest showroom in Dammam. The new destination, located at Al Wafa Mall, officially opened its doors on Saturday, 18 September 2025, at 6:00 pm, in a glittering ceremony that marked yet another milestone in the group’s journey of excellence and growth across the Middle East.
Dubai, UAE – September 2025: Renowned Bollywood singer and performer Mika Singh has been granted the prestigious UAE Golden Visa, recognizing his remarkable talent and enduring contributions to the global music industry.
This long-term residency visa not only honors Mika Singh’s artistic achievements but also strengthens his connection with the UAE, a nation that continues to embrace and celebrate creativity, culture, and international talent.
Local experts will share insights on treatment and management, while patients and caregivers share experiences and advocate for support, spotlighting challenges that women and young mothers navigate
24 September 2025, Dubai, UAE – In recognition of World Arthritis Day (WAD), the Middle East Arthritis Foundation (MEAF), a non-profit dedicated to promoting health, hope, and happiness, will host an event on October 11, 2025, at the Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai. With this year’s theme, “Arthritis Matters: Empowering Lives, Building Stronger Communities,” the Foundation aims to highlight the growing prevalence of arthritis, encourage early diagnosis, and build a stronger community of support for patients and caregivers, with a particular focus on supporting women and those navigating fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum care.
The gathering will provide an important platform for individuals living with arthritis to engage with healthcare experts and explore the latest strategies in treatment, nutrition, fitness, and mental health. MEAF has partnered with a range of organisations to raise awareness and highlight the vital role of public involvement in addressing chronic autoimmune and musculoskeletal conditions.
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