National System Integrator Begins Upgrade of Bulgaria’s Cybersecurity System with US Support
The National System Integrator said on Tuesday that it has started upgrading the national cybersecurity system with support from the U.S. Trade and Development Agency. The National System Integrator’s cybersecurity monitoring centre, which currently covers the critical infrastructure of selected mi»»»
Emergency Situations Minister of Kyrgyzstan Urmatbek Shamyrkanov dismissed - | 24.KG
Emergency Situations Minister Urmatbek Shamyrkanov has been dismissed. The presidential press secretary, responding to a question why he was removed from his post less than a month after his appointment, explained that the new minister’s dismissal was due to suspicions that he had taken a bribe whi»»»
53-year-old Indian expat wins Dh150,000 in Big Ticket draw
Dubai: A Dubai-based expatriate from Kerala, India, has bagged Dh150,000 in the latest draw of Big Ticket in Abu Dhabi. Manoj Natrajan, 53, has been living and working in Dubai for the past 22 years. He has been buying Big Ticket entries every month together with his five friends, hoping that one d»»»
Beginner’s luck brings Dh150,000 win for Indian expat in Big Ticket draw
Dubai: A 53-year-old Indian expatriate based in Oman is celebrating a lucky first attempt after winning Dh150,000 in the latest Big Ticket draw. Vallabh Bogha Parmar, a business owner originally from Gujarat, India has been living in the GCC with his family for the past 35 years. To his surprise, h»»»
Corporate fleet electrification could save €246 billion in operating costs if key barriers jointly addressed – report
Corporate fleet electrification represents a significant economic and climate opportunity for Europe, according to the EY–Eurelectric report Fleet Forward: powering the transition to electric mobility, which finds that transitioning Europe’s corporate fleets could unlock up to €246 billion in cumul»»»
Romanians’ refrigerators during cold season: citrus fruits, potatoes, and chicken top the list
The research highlights Romanians’ food preferences during the cold season, taking into account the 5-4-3-2-1 shopping method for a balanced diet, proposed by Carrefour and supported by nutritionists: 5 types of vegetables, 4 types of fruit, 3 sources of protein, 2 servings of complex carbohydrates»»»
Philippines introduces new ‘PP’ code for regular ePassports
Dubai: The Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has introduced a new two-letter document type code “PP” for all regular ePassports issued from March 1 this year. In a statement, the DFA has noted that the update is part of the country’s commitment to keep its travel documents aligned with»»»
Strikes shake Iran cities as crowds rally in support of Mojtaba Khamenei
The Israeli military has said it carried out several wide-scale waves of strikes across Iran, as supporters of the Islamic Republic staged rallies to celebrate the appointment of a new supreme leader. Mojtaba Khamenei, a hardline Shia Muslim cleric close to the powerful Revolutionary Guards, was ch»»»
LIVE UPDATES: Gulf nations continue to intercept threats
Doha, Qatar: While air raid sirens were activated in Bahrain, warning people to head to nearest safe place, Kuwait National Guard announced that it intercepted six drones. UAE Ministry of Defence also confirmed that it was intercepting ballistic missiles in the country. Stay tuned for more updates:»»»
Australia to deploy long-range reconnaissance plane to Gulf
Sydney: Australia will deploy a long-range military reconnaissance plane to the Gulf to protect civilians, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Tuesday. An E-7A Wedgetail aircraft and supporting defence force personnel will be sent for an initial period of four weeks to help "protect and secure the»»»
Barwa Real Estate AGM approves all agenda items, ratifies distribution of cash dividends
Doha, Qatar: Following the completion of the legally required quorum, representing (76.81%), Barwa Real Estate Group held the meeting of the Company’s Ordinary General Assembly this evening. H E Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Attiyah, Chairman of the Board, members of the Board of Directors, th»»»
India’s quick commerce boom reshapes retail landscape
India’s retail industry is witnessing a major change as quick commerce — the ultra-fast delivery of daily household items through digital platforms — impacts how consumers shop. Not so long ago, this was a niche experiment. But this has quickly evolved into a vital retail channel, boosted by wide p»»»
India’s quick commerce boom reshapes retail landscape
India’s retail industry is witnessing a major change as quick commerce — the ultra-fast delivery of daily household items through digital platforms — impacts how consumers shop. Not so long ago, this was a niche experiment. But this has quickly evolved into a vital retail channel, boosted by wide p»»»
Iran warns against targeting energy infrastructure following storage strike
Iran has issued a stark warning to the US and Israel against further strikes on its critical energy infrastructure, threatening reciprocal action across the Middle East. The declaration follows a co-ordinated military operation over the weekend that severely damaged multiple fuel storage facilities»»»
Opaque balance-of-payments flows keep sanctions risks hanging over Kyrgyzstan, GlobalSource says
Large unexplained flows in Kyrgyzstan’s balance of payments continue to fuel concerns about sanctions circumvention linked to Russia, according to a report by GlobalSource Partners, even as the country has taken steps to improve the transparency of its external accounts. »»»
Khamenei replaces Khamenei: Iran defies Trump, signals continuity
Iran’s choice of Mojtaba Khamenei to replace his slain father, Ali Khamenei, as supreme leader signals the entrenchment of hardline cleric power and a continued resistance amid the US-Israeli military onslaught. It also underscores US President Donald Trump’s policy failure to detail the goals of t»»»
Over 1,400 fined nationwide for not wearing crash helmets
More than 1,400 people nationwide have been fined for not wearing crash helmets on motorcycles in the first week of March as a months-long crackdown on traffic violations continues, authorities said Monday. A police statement said nearly 16,800 people were stopped, and just over 1,000 fines were is»»»
Converted acquires Mitcha to strengthen AI-powered advertising ecosystem in Egypt, region
Converted, a company specialising in AI-driven advertising technology for emerging markets, has announced the acquisition of Mitcha, an Egyptian e-commerce platform dedicated to supporting local fashion designers. The move marks a strategic step towards building a more integrated, data-driven digit»»»
Egypt private investment grows 73% as government flags further tax cuts
Egypt’s private sector investments surged by 73% during the previous fiscal year and continued to grow at a rate of 42% in the first quarter of the current year, Finance Minister Ahmed Kouchouk said on Monday. Speaking at an Alexandria Businessmen’s Association (ABA) event, Kouchouk stated that the»»»
PM warns Iranian attacks threaten global security and economy
Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs H E Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani spoke about the cascading effects of Iranian aggression not only on the region but on the entire world. Speaking in an interview with Sky News, HE the Prime Minister said that what is»»»
Tripoli Business Incubator accepts first fifty private online stores to participate in the Intensive E-Commerce Camp
Tripoli Business Incubator announced yesterday that it has accepted the registration of the first 50 private online stores to participate in the Intensive E-Commerce Camp. The trainings will be carried out in two groups in an intensive training programme aimed at developing and promoting the growth»»»
Dubai Duty Free donates Dh7 million to Edge of Life campaign
Dubai Duty Free has joined a growing list of contributors to the Edge of Life campaign to rescue five million children from hunger with a donation of Dh7 million. The campaign was launched in Ramadan by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE»»»
Inside Emirati filmmaker Nayla Al Khaja’s refreshingly simple Iftar at home: 'I married twice, had my twins at 42'
Dubai: “We don’t eat a lot while ending our fast during Ramadan,” says Emirati filmmaker Nayla Al Khaja, reaching for a single date and a glass of water on her table. “You start with something small and then you go pray. After that, we come back for the main meal.” It is a moment of quiet simplicit»»»
TNG students embark on transformative Umrah pilgrimage
Doha, Qatar: In a powerful demonstration of its commitment to holistic education, a team of students and teachers from The Next Generation School (TNG), recently returned from a profound five-day educational Umrah pilgrimage to the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah. The journey was meticulously des»»»
Iran attacks grave threat to world peace: Arab League
Cairo: The Arab League Council yesterday expressed strong condemnation of the Iranian attacks on the State of Qatar; the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; the Sultanate of Oman; the State of Kuwait; the United Arab Emirates; the Kingdom of Bahrain; the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan; and the Republic of Iraq, »»»
Al Khulaifi, FMs of Mali, Tanzania discuss regional escalation
Doha: Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs H E Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi received yesterday two phone calls from Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Republic of Mali H E Abdoulaye Diop and Minister of Foreign Affairs and East Afric»»»
Minister of Commerce reviews strategic stock of essential commodities
Minister of Commerce and Industry H E Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al Thani visited the Operations Center at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. In a post on X, the Minister said that he visited the center to assess strategic reserves and review mechanisms for monitoring supply chains. He »»»
PM calls on Iran to immediately stop attacks in the region
DOHA: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Qatar H E Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani has called on Iran to immediately stop attacks in the region and urged all parties to pursue a diplomatic solution to the ongoing conflict. Speaking in an interview with Sky News, t»»»
Iran says 1,221 killed and up to 10,000 wounded since start of US-Israeli strikes
Iran's Health Ministry said 1,221 people had been killed and between 9,000 and 10,000 wounded since the start of the US-Israeli military campaign, with 200 of the dead being children and teenagers under 18, ministry spokesman Hossein Kermanpour told ILNA on March 6. »»»
UAE consolidates its position as global hub for cross-border e-commerce
Abu Dhabi: The UAE has consolidated its position as one of the world’s leading global and regional hubs in the e-commerce sector, benefiting from an integrated ecosystem that includes advanced logistics infrastructure, rapid digital transformation in government services, and a flexible regulatory e»»»
Al Waseef Group contributes Dh2 million to Edge of Life
Al Waseef Group has contributed Dh2 million to the Edge of Life campaign to rescue five million children from hunger. The campaign, launched in Ramadan by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, aims to raise a minimum of »»»
Dubai Police arrest begging gang of 13 led by overseas ringleader
Dubai: Dubai Police have arrested a gang of 13 Asian individuals, led by a ringleader operating from abroad, who exploited the community by claiming to be stranded and in need of help. Brigadier Ali Salem Al Shamsi, Director of the Suspicious Persons and Criminal Phenomena Department, confirmed tha»»»
Sustainable peace requires investment in human awareness, says NHRC official
Doha Secretary-General of the National Human Rights Committee (NHRC) H E Sultan bin Hassan Al Jamali (pictured) affirmed that achieving sustainable peace cannot rely on laws alone, but requires real investment in human awareness and addressing the roots of violence through awareness approaches, edu»»»
QRCS medical mission in Damascus successful
Doha, Qatar: As part of Qatar’s constant support for the struggling Syrian health system, Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has concluded a successful medical convoy in Damascus, Syria, in coordination with the Syrian Arab Red Crescent Society (SARCS) and Syria’s Ministry of Health (MOH). A volunte»»»
Al Khulaifi receives call from Lebanon’s Deputy PM
Doha: Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs H E Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi received a phone call on Friday from Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Lebanon H E Dr. Tarek Mitri. During the call, they discussed developments related to the military escalation »»»
Qatar's Ambassador attends Lebanese Prime Minister’s meeting
Ambassador of Qatar to Lebanon H E Sheikh Saud bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani has participated on Friday in a meeting between Prime Minister of Lebanon HE Dr. Nawaf Salam, and Their Excellencies the Ambassadors of countries accredited to Lebanon. Discussions during the meeting dealt with ways to secure a»»»
Qatar Chamber calls on shipping firms to register in TIR system
Doha, Qatar: Qatar Chamber (QC), in cooperation with the General Authority of Customs, called on shipping companies operating in the country to register in the International Road Transport (TIR) system to ensure the continuity of commercial operations amid the current circumstances. In a statement »»»
Message of solidarity with Qatar from Parliamentary Assembly of the Francophonie
Doha: The Parliamentary Assembly of the Francophonie (APF) expressed its deep solidarity with the State of Qatar following the Iranian attacks it was subjected to. This came in a message received by Speaker of the Shura Council H E Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim, from APF General Delegate H E Amelia»»»
Qatar attends OIC Ambassadors’ emergency meeting
New York: Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to the United Nations H E Sheikha Alya Ahmed bin Saif Al-Thani participated on Friday in the emergency meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Group at the ambassadorial level, held at the United Nations headquarters in New Y»»»
Georgian Embassy repatriates over 200 stranded citizens
Doha, Qatar: The Embassy of Georgia in the State of Qatar assisted more than 200 Georgian citizens who were stranded in the country as tourists, coordinating with the Government of Georgia to organize two charter flights for their repatriation, while also facilitating transportation and transfers t»»»
Kosovo president dissolves parliament after failed presidential vote
Kosovo's President Vjosa Osmani dissolved the Assembly on March 6, triggering new early elections after MPs failed to elect a new president, and sparking a political dispute over the legality of the move. The move dee»»»
7R enters German real estate to build warehouses
Polish logistics developer 7R has entered the German market after signing a binding agreement for its first investment and forming a partnership with investor SMA to allocate EUR 200 mln to warehouse projects. The company plans to develop modern logistics properties in Germany’s major BIG 7 cities:»»»
Qatar Chamber calls on shipping firms to register in 'TIR' system to ensure continuity of commercial operations
DOHA: Qatar Chamber, in cooperation with the General Authority of Customs, called on shipping companies operating in the country to register in the International Road Transport (TIR) system to ensure the continuity of commercial operations amid the current circumstances. In a statement on Saturday,»»»
IntelliNews Lambda: Europe’s gas storage drawdown slows as heating season ends, but EU will struggle to refill tanks this summer
Europe’s gas market is emerging from a difficult winter in its weakest position for years after a sharp acceleration in withdrawals from January, triggered by the “big freeze”, left storage levels well below their long-term norm (chart), »»»
IntelliNews Lambda: Europe’s gas storage drawdown slows as heating season ends, but EU will struggle to refill tanks this summer
Europe’s gas market is emerging from a difficult winter in its weakest position for years after a sharp acceleration in withdrawals from January, triggered by the “big freeze”, left storage levels well below their long-term norm (chart), »»»
IntelliNews Lambda: Europe’s gas storage drawdown slows as heating season ends, but EU will struggle to refill tanks this summer
Europe’s gas market is emerging from a difficult winter in its weakest position for years after a sharp acceleration in withdrawals from January, triggered by the “big freeze”, left storage levels well below their long-term norm (chart), »»»
IntelliNews Lambda: Europe’s gas storage drawdown slows as heating season ends, but EU will struggle to refill tanks this summer
Europe’s gas market is emerging from a difficult winter in its weakest position for years after a sharp acceleration in withdrawals from January, triggered by the “big freeze”, left storage levels well below their long-term norm (chart), »»»
IntelliNews Lambda: Europe’s gas storage drawdown slows as heating season ends, but EU will struggle to refill tanks this summer
Europe’s gas market is emerging from a difficult winter in its weakest position for years after a sharp acceleration in withdrawals from January, triggered by the “big freeze”, left storage levels well below their long-term norm (chart), »»»
IntelliNews Lambda: Europe’s gas storage drawdown slows as heating season ends, but EU will struggle to refill tanks this summer
Europe’s gas market is emerging from a difficult winter in its weakest position for years after a sharp acceleration in withdrawals from January, triggered by the “big freeze”, left storage levels well below their long-term norm (chart), »»»
IntelliNews Lambda: Europe’s gas storage drawdown slows as heating season ends, but EU will struggle to refill tanks this summer
Europe’s gas market is emerging from a difficult winter in its weakest position for years after a sharp acceleration in withdrawals from January, triggered by the “big freeze”, left storage levels well below their long-term norm (chart), »»»