Author: Gulf Times

Dubai :- Al Haramain Group, a leading UAE manufacturer and retailer of fragrances, organised the UAE’s largest Iftar dinner for 5,000 people, in celebration of its business success of a network of 120 stores spread in more than ten countries with its UAE-made products being exported to more than 70 countries. Al Haramain Perfumes – the Group’s flagship company – is a pioneer in manufacturing Oudh, Agarwood, Bakhoor, Dehnal Oudh, and oriental perfumes having one of the biggest market shares in these categories. The UAE perfume market size reached US$614.3 million in 2022. It is expected to reach US$1.15 billion…

Mumbai:Leading Indian broadcaster, Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI), has extended its collaboration with Union of European Football Associations (UEFA), with a renewal of exclusive broadcast and digital rights for showcasing the biggest European club football leagues that includes UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Conference League, UEFA Super Cup and UEFA Youth League. The renewal is valid from the 2024/ 2025 season till the end of the 2026-2027 season. As part of the three-season renewal, the broadcaster will have access to showcase over 1600 football matches across its channels over three seasons. Audiences in India will get a chance…

Dubai :In a groundbreaking announcement today, Al Ghurair Exchange proudly revealed its plans to host “Basant ( A Kite Flying & Musical Event),” a dazzling event set to captivate the community and celebrate the spirit of unity, culture, and joy. The event, combining the thrill of kite-flying with a soulful musical extravaganza, aims to bring together families, friends, and neighbors for an unforgettable experience. Mohammad Alghurair General Manager of Al Ghurair Exchange Stated Basant, meaning “spring,” transcends its traditional roots, emerging as a festival that not only pays homage to age-old traditions but also embraces the diverse tapestry of our…

Dubai -Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI), the leading sports broadcaster in the Indian subcontinent, has announced the extension of the exclusive broadcast rights for Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) in India, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka for five years. The terms of the agreement include exclusive television and digital media rights for a wide range of UFC events through 2028. The premier promotion for Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) worldwide, UFC caters to a massive global audience. UFC is renowned for its top-class fights along with talented fighters and is a dream platform for fighters across the world…

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, the significance of soft skills for accountants and finance professionals cannot be overstated. Traditionally, the finance sector has placed a primary focus on technical proficiency and quantitative abilities. However, the modern financial professional must be equipped with a more versatile skill set to navigate the complex challenges of the 21st century. This is where the development of soft skills comes into play, transforming the careers of financial experts and assisting business owners in comprehending the intricacies of financial statements. The ACCA Sportsmasters Community has taken a significant step in addressing this need by introducing…

The Embassy of Pakistan organized an event today to recognize the performance of Pakistani students, studying in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), especially at Secondary School and Higher Secondary School examinations. Fifty-five students from across the UAE participated in the event. Speaking on the occasion, Ambassador Faisal Niaz Tirmizi congratulated the high achievers; commended their hard work and dedication; and also appreciated the contribution of teachers and parents in their success. Ambassador Tirmizi urged students to keep up their hard work as it would be pivotal in meeting their aspirations and enabling them to contribute to the success of the…

Sharjah, UAE, October 2023 – Coral Beach Resort Sharjah, managed by Hospitality Management Holding (HMH), is reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and environmental conservation by launching an innovative onsite water bottling plant system. This initiation represents the first of its kind among hotels in the Northern Emirates, aiming to eliminate the use of plastic bottles, preventing approximately 300,672 plastic bottles from entering the environment annually. His Excellency Khalid Jasim Al Midfa, Chairman of the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority graced the launch and commended the unwavering commitment to sustainability of Coral Beach Resort Sharjah.  He reiterated, “Let me congratulate…

Dubai :Some of the world’s biggest cricketing names will descend on Edgbaston stadium in 2024 for the launch of the World Champion’s League (WCL), a new global T20 tournament developed by Zabawa Entertainment, a Bollywood film and music media production company based across India and Dubai. WCL will consist of retired and non-contracted players from the six major powerhouses of world cricket – England, India, Pakistan, Australia, West Indies and South Africa replaying some of the game’s greatest rivalries including India v Pakistan, last staged at Edgbaston in 2017 during the Champions Trophy.. The tournament is the brain child of…

NEW YORK, (Reuters): The “Swift Effect” will be in full force when the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs travel to New York on Sunday, as a connection between pop music phenomenon Taylor Swift and NFL tight end Travis Kelce has sent fans into a frenzy. The rumored relationship marks a collision between two of the most powerful forces in American pop culture, the juggernaut Swift in the middle of her record-breaking “Eras Tour”, and the National Football League. The pairing seemed all but confirmed when Swift showed up in Travis Kelce’s suite at Arrowhead stadium on Sunday, where she cheered wildly as the tight end caught a three-yard…

DUBAI, 30th September, 2023 (WAM) — Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, Minister of Climate Change and the Environment, addressed an audience of government ministers, senior business leaders, delegates, and climate champions on the final day of ‘Climate Future Week’ held at the Museum of the Future, highlighting the UAE’s hosting of the COP28 climate change conference in November 2023. Almheiri underscored the importance of COP28, which will mark the conclusion of the first Global Stocktake, which will provide a comprehensive assessment of the progress of nations since adopting the Paris Agreement, and help efforts on climate action, including putting measures in…