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Sharjah shopping festival kicks off from today (July 1) covering all cities and regions of the emirate and will run until September 1. The two-month summer extravaganza for shoppers features a plethora of promotional deals for both Sharjah’s residents and visitors, with extensive participation from major shopping malls, retail outlets, hotel establishments, and tourist destinations. Aside from marketing promotions that encompass raffle draws with prizes worth up to Dh3 million, this year’s Sharjah Summer Promotions offers a packed programme of special entertainment activities for all shopping malls’ visitors, including cultural performances by folk groups. Stay up to date with the…

India has become the first country in the world to prepare a checklist of its entire fauna, covering 104,561 species, Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav said on Saturday. He was speaking at the Animal Taxonomy Summit-2024 organised by the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI). He also launched the Fauna of India Checklist Portal on the occasion of the 109th Foundation Day of the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) in Kolkata. The minister said the silver lining is that India is a global champion in biodiversity conservation, adding that our tradition, ethos and values respect nature and promote biodiversity conservation. “India…

Emirates has unveiled the first cities on its network to be served with its newest Boeing 777 cabin interiors. The airline plans to introduce its refurbished B777s to Geneva, Tokyo Haneda and Brussels, offering customers more opportunities to experience the airline’s signature Premium Economy on this aircraft, and for the first time Emirates’ next generation Business Class seats, set in a new 1-2-1 configuration. Emirates flights on the refreshed Boeing 777 to Geneva, Tokyo Haneda and Brussels go on sale today and can be booked on emirates.com, the Emirates App or via travel agents. Stay up to date with the…

The makers of rom-com Nakhrewaalii, starring debutants Ansh Duggal and Pragati Srivastava, have announced the movie’s release date and shared a first look poster. The first glimpse of the film features Duggal in a ghagra and Srivastava in blue suit. Director Aanand L Rai said, “When we conceptualised Nakhrewaalii, I knew it was the home-ground for colour yellow productions. It mirrors stories that are authentic, relatable, and the kind that ignite conversations, but most importantly, it’s entertaining. Coupled with the unwavering backing of Jyoti and Jio Studios, we want to make some magical films that are timeless for all ages.…

Dubai, 01st July 2024 Malabar Gold & Diamonds, sixth largest jewellery retailer globallywith a strong retail network of over 350+ outlets spread across 13 countries, unveiled its latest diamond jewellery collection named ‘NUWA’ at a grand event in the UAE. Renowned Indian actress Kareena Kapoor Khan unveiled the collection. Kareena, known for her timeless elegance embodies the very essence of the NUWA collection, making her the perfect ambassador for this launch. The NUWA collection is a celebration of nature’s intricate designs, waves, forms, folds and textures, masterfully crafted into luxurious pieces of diamond jewellery. Drawing inspiration from the elegance and…

Love crossword puzzles but don’t have all day to sit and solve a full-sized puzzle in your daily newspaper? That’s what The Mini is for! A bite-sized version of the New York Times’ well-known crossword puzzle, The Mini is a quick and easy way to test your crossword skills daily in a lot less time (the average puzzle takes most players just over a minute to solve). While The Mini is smaller and simpler than a normal crossword, it isn’t always easy. Tripping up on one clue can be the difference between a personal best completion time and an embarrassing…

The weather is expected to be fair to partly cloudy at times, according to the National Centre of Meteorology. There will be light to moderate winds. The winds may freshen at times during daytime, causing dust to blow. The sea will be slight in the Arabian Gulf and in Oman Sea, the weather department forecasted. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The temperatures can go as high as 47℃ in the internal areas, and as low as 24℃ in the mountainous region. Humidity could range between 15 per cent and 75 per cent…

The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Monday announced the results of the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET-UG) retest held on June 23, for 1563 candidates. The NTA in a public notice on June 30 also declared the revision of the rank of all candidates who appeared in the exam. The retest was held on June 23 after a controversy erupted regarding the awarding of grace marks to certain students. The notice further stated that the revised scorecards of all the candidates of the NEET UG 2024 exam, including the 1563 candidates who appeared for the retest on June 23, would be…

The New York Times has plenty of word games on its roster today — with Wordle, Connections, Strands, and the Mini Crossword, there’s something for everyone — but the newspaper’s standard crossword puzzle still reigns supreme. The daily crossword is full of interesting trivia, helps improve mental flexibility and, of course, gives you some bragging rights if you manage to finish it every day. While the NYT puzzle might feel like an impossible task some days, solving a crossword is a skill and it takes practice — don’t get discouraged if you can’t get every single word in a puzzle.…

A new Esports and Game Design Academy is set to launch in September 2024, aiming to nurture the next generation of esports talent across all GEMS schools in the UAE. This centrally managed academy, where all schools will converge, will offer a scholarship prize fund, providing students with opportunities in the rapidly growing fields of competitive gaming and game design while ensuring their holistic development. This initiative aligns with the broader UAE strategy to establish the country as a global gaming and esports hub. The Dubai Future Foundation is leading the charge with a $1 billion ecosystem to create 30,000…