Author: Gulf Times

  Abu Dhabi Airport’s  newest terminal (A) will operate simultaneously with Terminals 1, 2 and 3 from November 1 to 14, it was announced on Thursday. Terminal A is all set to open on November 1, with an Etihad ceremonial flight due to take place on October 31. Once the new terminal opens, there will be a “transition period” for all airlines. From November 15, all airlines will operate exclusively from Terminal A. Advertisement Abu Dhabi Airports announced that all major services and facilities are now ready to receive the new terminal’s first passengers. The airport operator has launched…

WASHINGTON, Oct 24: Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Monday separately met US leaders from the Jewish as well as Arab and Palestinian-American communities amid war in the Middle East between Israel and Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, the State Department said. Blinken’s community outreach comes amid fears and warnings of a rise in Islamophobia, antisemitism and anti-Palestinian threats and hate speech in the United States due to the war in the Middle East. President Joe Biden called on Americans to denounce such sentiments in an Oval Office address Thursday night. Blinken on Monday “strongly condemned racist, antisemitic, Islamophobic, and…

  Jennifer Lawrence has shocked fans with the release of her movie ‘No Hard Feelings’ on Netflix in the US. The Oscar-winning actress without clothes fight scene in the ‘raunchy romantic comedy’ as X-rated scene became top gossip on social media platforms. The 33-year-old tackles a group of troublemakers on the beach after they steal her clothes. The film was a modest hit this summer bringing in $87m at the box office against its $45m budget. ‘Everyone in my life and my team is doing the right thing and going, “Are you sure? Are you sure? Are you…

  Lahore:Former captain of Pakistan team Shoaib Malik blamed Babar Azam for the defeat against Afghanistan in the World Cup 2023. Speaking on a private TV show, former captains Wasim Akram, Shoaib Malik, and Misbah-ul-Haq expressed their displeasure over Pakistan’s defeat to Afghanistan. Shoaib Malik said Babar is a good batsman but not a good captain. Former cricketer Moeen Khan also supported the statement of Shoaib Malik and said that Babar led the Pakistan team in major events for four years but there was no improvement in his captaincy. He said a captain needed to learn things with…

  iGA Istanbul Airport is celebrating successfully hosting thousands of senior executives, tourism delegates, airline suppliers and presidents of the world’s leading airlines at the 28th edition of Routes World 2023. The annual conference was held in Istanbul from 15th – 17th October, in partnership with the Türkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency (TGA). Known as the most prestigious event in the civil aviation industry designed to provide a platform to discuss the future of global air connectivity, Routes World offers an opportunity for airlines and airports to establish new routes that will enhance relationships in trade, tourism and diplomatic fields. This year’s…

    Mumbai: Former India captain and legendary spinner Bishan Singh Bedi passed away on Monday at the age of 77. The Amritsar-born spinner, who played domestic cricket for Delhi, finished his career with 1,560 wickets in first-class cricket — more than any other Indian. Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur confirmed the unfortunate news and said, “Former India captain and spinner Bishan Singh Bedi has passed away. It is a very sad news. It’s a huge loss for India. He started so many camps in Himachal. I and the whole cricketing family stand with his family.” He featured in 67…

  Karachi:Renowned Pakistani singer Atif Aslam reacting to Israel’s deadly onslaught on the Gaza Strip expressed solidarity with the Palestinians and mourned the loss of innocent lives in the ongoing conflict. Over 2,300 Palestinians, including more than 700 children, have been martyred while 9,042 others have been wounded due to the ongoing Israeli bombing of the Gaza Strip. “Mourning the loss of innocent lives in Palestine. Let’s stand together and pray for healing, peace and home,” the singer wrote on this social media account. Aslam is not the first Pakistani celebrity to raise voice against the brutalisation of the Palestinians…

    Beijing: China is willing to do “whatever is conducive” to promote dialogue, secure a ceasefire and restore peace amid the deepening conflict in Gaza, China’s state media has reported, citing the country’s special envoy on the Middle East. Veteran diplomat Zhai Jun is currently on a tour of the region and described the situation in Gaza as “very serious”, state-run China Central Television said on Monday. He also said a potential large-scale ground conflict and armed conflicts spreading to neighbouring countries were “worrisome”. China will continue close communication with all parties in the international community, said Zhai,…

Dubai: Dr anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to the President, has called for “human solidarity” as the death toll continues to rise in the Gaza Strip. He also said responsibility should focus on protecting the homelands and their achievements. In a tweet shared on X, formerly known as Twitter, Dr Gargash highlighted the UAE’s humanitarian approach and diplomatic efforts, as well as various messages of solidarity. “The diplomatic endeavours of the UAE, along with the bridges of goodwill and messages of solidarity, offer solace and relief,” he said. “These efforts arise from the heart of our national and humanitarian approach. “Given…

Abu Dhabi: The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) has said that extension of UAE visit visas will be only one-time, for a period of 30 days only, in exchange for a fee of Dh750. An official source confirmed to Gulf News that holders of a visa to visit a relative or friend in the UAE, whether for 30, 60, or 90 days, for one or several trips, are now entitled to extend it for a period of 30 days only, against a fee of Dh750. The source said the decision to extend a one-time visit visa…