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ABU DHABI, 6th November, 2026 (WAM) — Aldar and the Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalid Al Nahyan Cultural Center have entered a three-year partnership to embed cultural learning, knowledge exchange, and community participation into everyday life across Aldar’s workforce, families, schools, and communities. The agreement was signed at the Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalid Al Nahyan Palace, Al Bateen, in Abu Dhabi in the presence of Sheikha Shamma bint Mohammed bin Khalid Al Nahyan, Chairperson of Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalid Al Nahyan Cultural and Educational Institutions, and Bayan Al Hosani, Chief People and Communications Officer of Aldar. It was signed by Mariam…
DUBAI, 6th November, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) has announced a partnership with DP World, which becomes the first strategic partner of the recently launched self-driving logistics joint venture, SHIFFT. Established in collaboration with Oxa, a global autonomous vehicle technology company, the venture forms part of the Dubai Research, Development and Innovation Programme. It aims to harness the latest future technologies and advanced applications across service and logistics sectors, reinforcing Dubai’s leadership as a global hub for developing and delivering best-in-class smart, autonomous logistics services and solutions. The partnership between Dubai Future Foundation and DP World will accelerate…
RAS AL KHAIMAH, 6th November, 2026 (WAM) — Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) is strengthening its role as a one-stop partner for businesses, bringing together more than 45 value-added services to help companies establish, manage and grow their operations. Supporting more than 50,000 companies, RAKEZ provides a central point of contact to help businesses navigate service requirements and coordinate support beyond licensing. RAKEZ Group CEO Ramy Jallad said, “Our relationship with businesses extends well beyond issuing a licence. We stay close to our clients, listen to their challenges and use their feedback to shape the support we provide. Whatever…
How much time does it take to create a single action sequence in a film? For director Nitesh Tiwari, the answer is six-and-a-half years.The filmmaker has revealed that the much-talked-about battle between Ravana and Jatayu in Ramayana: Part 1 took more than half a decade to complete, offering a glimpse into the extraordinary amount of work that went into bringing the Indian epic to the big screen.Starring Ranbir Kapoor as Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Ravana, the film is among Indian cinema’s most ambitious productions, with extensive visual effects used to recreate the world of the ancient…
DUBAI, 6th November, 2026 (WAM) — The Dubai Electronic Security Centre (DESC) has concluded its “Don’t Get Played” campaign, launched during Cybersecurity Awareness Month, following strong community engagement, and signed seven memoranda of understanding (MoUs) to strengthen cybersecurity cooperation. The campaign focused on raising awareness of evolving cyber fraud tactics, including identity impersonation, fraudulent messages, misleading offers, and AI-generated deepfakes, helping the public recognise scams and make safer decisions online. A defining feature of the campaign was “Yado Salama”, a virtual Emirati grandmother embodying wisdom and experience, who delivered cybersecurity awareness messages through a blend of Emirati identity and modern…
DUBAI, 6th November, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has signed a Water Purchase Agreement and a Shareholder Agreement with Acwa, valued at AED 1.76 billion (approximately USD 478 million), for the second phase of the seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) desalination project at the Hassyan complex in Dubai. The two agreements were signed by Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA, and Mohammad Abunayyan, Founder and Chairman of Acwa. Officials from both entities were present. The project company will be responsible for the development, financing, construction, and operation of the desalination plant, with DEWA holding…
ABU DHABI, 6th November, 2026 (WAM) — UAE Attorney General Counsellor Dr. Hamad Saif Al Shamsi has received Chief Lateef Olasunkanmi Fagbemi, Attorney-General and Minister of Justice of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and his accompanying delegation at the Office of the Attorney-General and Federal Prosecutions in Abu Dhabi. The meeting, attended by Salem Saeed Al Shamsi, UAE Ambassador to Nigeria, explored ways to strengthen cooperation and exchange expertise in public prosecution, with a focus on developing the criminal justice system and improving judicial efficiency. During the visit, the Nigerian delegation was briefed on the UAE Public Prosecution’s use of…
DUBAI, 6th November, 2026 (WAM) — Five creative installations at Dubai Design Week are transforming language into interactive and sensory experiences, combining light, silence, materials and traditional craftsmanship as part of the Abwab 2026 programme. The projects explore how design can transcend linguistic and cultural barriers while reinterpreting traditional knowledge through contemporary artistic approaches. Held under the theme “In Other Words”, the programme brings together five projects in a single exhibition space for the first time, replacing the individual pavilions of previous editions. The format encourages interaction between artists and their works while inviting visitors to explore different forms of…
Ranbir Kapoor and Yash-starrer Ramayana: Part 1 hit the theatres on November 5, earning a positive response from audiences and critics alike. The film has also received widespread appreciation from members of the film industry, with many praising the team’s efforts.Among those impressed by the epic is acclaimed filmmaker SS Rajamouli, best known for blockbuster films such as RRR and the Baahubali franchise. The celebrated director took to X and expressed his admiration for the film.”#Ramayana… the sheer scale of the film and the visuals on the big screen are spectacular to watch. Ranbir as Rama, especially from the Vanavasam…
If you’re planning to watch Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana: Part 1 in Dubai, there’s one thing you might want to check before booking your tickets. And it’s not just whether you’d prefer to watch the film in Hindi or English.While both versions follow the same story, the English release isn’t simply a dubbed version of the original. Instead, it has been edited for international audiences, with several songs and dramatic sequences removed, making it considerably shorter than its Hindi counterpart.Starring Ranbir Kapoor as Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Ravana, the film is the first installment of Tiwari’s ambitious…