Author: Anadil Chaudhry

DUBAI  (WAM) — The fourth edition of the Dubai Equestrian Forum will get under way on 19th October. Organised by Dubai Racing Club (DRC) and Dubai Equestrian Club and backed by the UAE Equestrian and Racing Federation, Emirates Racing Authority, Emirates Equestrian Centre and Dubai Equine Hospital, this year’s day-long event will run from 9:00 to 18:00 at The Gallery, Meydan Grandstand. The significance of the Dubai Equestrian Forum extends far beyond the borders of the UAE and has come to symbolise the deep connection between all forms of equestrian sports and the vibrant international community that supports it. The…

DUBAI  (WAM) — The UAE Equestrian and Racing Federation has announced that its four-strong dressage team has passed the vet check and will go on to compete on Tuesday in the team competition and individual qualification. The UAE will be represented in the team dressage competition for the first time since equestrian sports debuted at the ninth Asian Games in 1982. Riding for the United Arab Emirates at the 19th Asian Games are Ali Khalfan Al Jahouri on Ecencka, a 14-year-old KWPN mare by Jazz; Mohamed Jassim Al Serkal on Hermes V, an 11-year-old KWPN gelding by Bretton Woods; Natalie…

ABU DHABI (WAM) — The UNCTAD’s World Investment Forum, one of the world’s largest investment gatherings hosted by Abu Dhabi from 16th to 20th October, 2023, is focusing on the imperative need for innovative investment strategies and policies to facilitate the flow of capital towards environmentally and socially sustainable development projects, with a special focus on women empowerment. To be held under the theme “Investing in Sustainable Development,” the eighth edition of WIF will dedicate its second and third days to an in-depth exploration of the pivotal role that investment plays in achieving Gender Equality, the fifth Sustainable Development Goal…

ABU DHABI (WAM) — The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Mubadala Foundation today signed a partnership agreement, where the latter will contribute AED 50 million to the emirate’s cultural industry over the next five years in a first-of-its-kind agreement. The partnership marks a significant step forward in their shared mission to transform and elevate the emirate’s vast cultural landscape, with Mubadala Foundation also being appointed as an ‘Education & Community Partner’ of DCT Abu Dhabi’s across the culture sector, including the Saadiyat Cultural District and other similar sites. The close cooperation between DCT…

The Fukra gang have been going all out promoting the third instalment of the popular Fukrey franchise. The team has now taken promotions to Dubai and a Press Conference was held downtown to kickstart a weekend of Fukrey 3 promotional activities in the region. In attendance were actors, Richa Chadha, Pulkit Samrat, Manjot Singh and Pankaj Tripathi, who talked in detail about the upcoming comedy. Speaking about reprising his role in the franchise, Pankaj Tripathi said, “My reason to come back to Fukrey 3 is that it is a huge franchise and people have shown so much love to it.…

Sharjah, UAE – The Overseas Pakistanis United Forum, in a grand celebration of literature and poetry, orchestrated a prestigious Mushaira event at the Pakistan Social Center in Sharjah. The event was held in tribute to the renowned Pakistani poet and writer, Farhat Abbas Shah, and featured an array of talented poets and poetry enthusiasts. One of the highlights of the event was the special participation of Muhammad Ali Fazal from Oman, who captivated the audience with his poetic prowess. The venue was filled with literature lovers who gathered to immerse themselves in the beauty of words. The poets who graced…

ABU DHABI(WAM) — President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Presidential Court, have sent messages of congratulations to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia, on the occasion of the Kingdom’s 93rd National Day. The UAE leaders also dispatched similar messages to Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and…

NEW YORK, (APP): Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani on Wednesday said that Pakistan is facing the biggest concern at present with an enhanced threat from the terrorist organizations including Tehreek-e-Taliban (TTP) and ISIS-K. The foreign minister expressed concern over the outfits’ ability to use Afghan soil to launch attacks on Pakistan. He was speaking on Pakistan’s foreign policy and its quest for peace, stability, and shared prosperity at an event of Asia Society, held on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly session in New York. Jilani said Pakistan remained closely engaged with the interim government of Afghanistan on this…

Lahore ( PCB ) : Pakistan Cricket Board Management Committee Chairman Mr Zaka Ashraf met with Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Murtaza Solangi here at the National Cricket Academy in Lahore on Tuesday. In the meeting, discussion on mutual interest including cooperation between PCB and PTV Sports came into discussion. Murtaza Solangi, on behalf of the Ministry of Information, reiterating full support to the Pakistan Cricket Board for the promotion of sports activities, including cricket, in the country. He mentioned, PTV Sports in that regard will continue to play its role in promoting domestic and international on its platform. He…

Dubai : The Abu Dhabi T10 League management has expressed deep disappointment and regret over the allegations of corruption in the T-League and said that our policy in this regard is very clear and we have adopted a zero tolerance policy.In a statement, Global T10 Sports Management said, “On receipt of such complaints, we have taken necessary steps. The accused will not be spared in any way and we will work closely with the ICC on this matter.It should be noted that the International Cricket Council has charged corruption charges against 8 people, including 3 players, participating in the T10…