Author: Gulf Times

Umm Al Quwain: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, today attended the wedding ceremony of Sheikh Abdullah bin Saud bin Rashid Al Mualla, the son of His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mualla, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Umm Al Quwain, to the daughter of Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman. Sheikh Mohammed congratulated the newlywed, wishing them a happy and prosperous life. Sheikh Mohammed was accompanied by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai;…

PESHAWAR: In account of encouraging the female to the sports, a four-day female umpire’s induction course would begin from Saturday (Tomorrow) at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. As per the criteria with a minimum of intermediate education, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) received scores of applications from the desired applicants in December 2023. The criteria also mentioned the age bracket between 28 to 40 years, however excluding international players to explore the new faces and talent. Induction Course for Female Umpires Leading international umpire from ICC’s Elite panel, Ahsan Raza and International Umpire Asif Yaqoob would perform as the key…

CALIFORNIA: The most prominent messenger application – WhatsApp – has recently introduced a new custom sticker creation option on iOS, enabling users to edit images from the camera roll into their unique visual combinations. In a recent update, the app has incorporated the capability to generate stickers from images, a functionality that has been accessible on iOS for approximately a year, western media reported. This feature allows users to trim elements from photos for personalized visuals. The latest enhancement introduces the flexibility to add diverse elements like graphics, drawn-on updates, animated effects, and more. Whatsapp Introduces New Features The…

BENGLURU: The Chief Minister of Karnataka, Siddaramaiah, has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of playing divisive politics over the inauguration of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. In a press statement, Siddaramaiah expressed support for the Congress party’s decision to refrain from attending the event, citing controversial remarks by the Ram Mandir Trust Secretary that allegedly marginalized Shaivas and Shaktas. Siddaramaiah criticized the BJP and Prime Minister Modi for turning a religious event into a political campaign, asserting that the inauguration should have transcended religious, caste, and creed boundaries. He accused the BJP and RSS leaders of hypocrisy for…

Dubai: Pakistan Navy Flotilla comprising Pakistan Navy Ship MADADGAR and Pakistan Maritime Security Ship ZHOB arrived at Port Mina Rashid Dubai on 08 Jan 24. The ships are on good will cruise to brotherly Gulf country UAE from 08 Jan 24 to 11 Jan 24. The ships were received by Consul General of Pakistan Mr Hussain Mohammad and High officials of UAE Navy. PNS MADADGAR is a multipurpose Small Tanker cum Utility Ship while PMSS ZHOB has been designed for law enforcement and policing at sea. PNS MADADGAR and PMSS ZHOB have been indigenously built in Pakistan. Pakistan and…

As UAE companies prepare for corporate tax, the primary focus remains on revenue streams and on free zone tax benefits. Any business-related expenses – generally assumed to be tax deductible – often escape a comprehensive analysis. But these expenses form an equally important aspect of determining taxable income. Any error in tax positions could result in future penalties. Another issue relates to non-deductible expenses. Any fines and penalties – otherwise claimed as an expense in the account books – should be added back to the profits to determine the taxable income. Exception applies to amounts awarded as compensation for…

Dubai: Al Habtoor Group has issued a formal notice initiating an investment dispute against Lebanon, as the UAE conglomerate’s sets out to legally protect nearly $1 billion (Dh3.67 billion) of its investments in the country. The notice is in connection with Lebanon’s breach of the Bilateral Investment Treaty between the UAE and Lebanon, the company said in a statement, referring to an agreement put in place to protect UAE investments in Lebanon territory since 1999. “In particular, Lebanon and its central bank have imposed restrictions preventing Al Habtoor Group from freely transferring its funds amounting to over $44 million (Dh161.6 million)…

Baku: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, on Tuesday discussed cooperation between the two countries and opportunities to enhance ties in key fields that serve the mutual interests of both nations and their aspirations for progress, development, and sustainable prosperity. At the start of their meeting held a the Presidential Palace in Baku, President Ilham Aliyev extended a warm welcome to Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his delegation, highlighting the visit’s importance in strengthening bilateral ties. The two leaders also exchanged New Year greetings and…

  VILNIUS, Lithuania: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has commenced an unannounced visit to the Baltic states, starting with Lithuania, followed by Tallinn and Riga. The Baltic nations, former Soviet republics now part of the EU and NATO, stand as staunch allies to Ukraine during its ongoing conflict with Russia. Zelensky, in a statement on social media, emphasized the critical discussions on security, EU and NATO integration, electronic warfare, drones, and enhanced coordination of European support during his Baltic tour. The visit is particularly significant as Ukraine faces intensified Russian shelling and seeks sustained aid from its allies. Lithuania, a pivotal…

Abu Dhabi, One of the players to watch out for in the upcoming International League T20 is young bowling all-rounder Aayan Khan, who will turn out for the Gulf Giants for a second season running. Aayan, who made history in the T20 World Cup 2022 by becoming the youngest player to play at the tournament at the age of just 16, was also a part of the Gulf Giants team that won the trophy the first time around. The youngster is ready to help the Gulf Giants side retain the ILT20 Trophy. “It feels great to be playing for the…