Author: Mohan Nasre

Dubai has unveiled three new projects that together say a lot about where the emirate is headed — one rooted in technology, one in preserving history, and one in celebrating the culture that defines it. The announcements cover an AI-designed public park, a large-scale lighting transformation along Dubai Creek, and a dedicated Falcon Market honouring one of the UAE’s most cherished traditions. Each project is part of Dubai’s ongoing push to build a city that doesn’t have to choose between being modern and being meaningful. AI-Designed Park Brings Technology into Urban Planning The most technologically forward of the three projects…

Dubai has made it easier than ever to get on and off a yacht. The Dubai Maritime Authority, operating under the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation, has launched the “Dubai Sea Guests Pick-Up and Drop-Off” initiative to improve guest transfers between marinas and private vessels across the emirate through regulated procedures. The service is a practical solution to a real problem — getting guests to and from boats anchored in Dubai waters has historically relied on informal arrangements. This initiative replaces that with something organised, regulated and available around the clock. The initiative reflects the authority’s ongoing commitment to…

Dubai has had another strong year for foreign direct investment, and the numbers speak for themselves. According to the latest figures from Dubai authorities, the emirate pulled in significant international capital over the past year — and that investment translated directly into nearly 39,000 new jobs across multiple sectors. The results point to something more than a single good year. They reflect a genuine and growing confidence in Dubai as a place to do business — backed by a stable economy, investor-friendly policies, world-class infrastructure and a location that puts Asia, Europe and Africa all within reach. The fact that…

A regular shopping trip in Dubai ended up changing Aysha Ameer’s life in ways she never saw coming. The Kerala native walked into a mall, made her purchases, and thought nothing more of it — until a phone call arrived telling her she had just won a fully furnished studio apartment. Her first instinct? It had to be a scam. Her story has since spread rapidly across the UAE and India, resonating with thousands of residents who take part in shopping promotions and raffle campaigns without ever really expecting to win. It’s a reminder that sometimes, the lucky draw actually…

If you’re flying out of Dubai this summer, Emirates wants you to know one thing upfront: the airport is going to be busy. The airline has issued a summer travel advisory warning of significantly higher passenger volumes during the holiday period, with thousands of travellers departing daily across its global network. The message is simple — plan ahead, give yourself more time than you think you need, and use the digital tools available to make the whole experience easier. A little preparation before you leave home can save a lot of stress at the terminal. Arrive at the Airport Well…