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Aster DM Healthcare Limited, a leading multinational integrated healthcare provider, on Wednesday announced the successful separation of its GCC and India businesses into two distinct and standalone entities. Under the separation plan, a consortium of investors led by Fajr Capital, a sovereign-backed private equity firm, has acquired a 65 per cent stake in Aster GCC, with the Moopen family retaining a 35 per cent stake alongside management and operational rights. The transaction which valued the GCC business at an equity value of around $1 billion has now concluded. Founded in 1987 by Dr. Azad Moopen, Aster was established as a…

Dubai-based electronic music duo Chill & Groove, founded by DJs/Producers Elias Francis & Bob Howard in 2018, share insights into their journey and musical vision. Inspired by Mediterranean and Balearic sounds, their collaboration has led to over 40 tracks and global recognition. In a conversation with City Times, they tell us about their aim to integrate UAE’s cultural influences into their music, incorporating traditional instruments like oud and qanun. Excerpts from the interview: Share more about your journey so far and how did your collaboration as a duo come about? Elias: I met Bob here in Dubai and after connecting…

New Research by Infobip Reveals a Rapid Adoption in Conversational Channels in the Middle East Infobip observed an increase of 184% in voice and video applications, 146% in mobile app messages, and a 51% increase in the use of WhatsApp YoY in the Middle East region The research shows that the telecommunication sector saw the highest growth in the adoption of conversational channels (89%), followed by the media and entertainment sector (53%), and the finance sector (52%) Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 4 April 2024: According to recent research by Infobip, a leading cloud communications platform, conversational customer experiences and…

The Moto G Power series consists of affordable Android smartphones known for their prolonged battery life. The latest model, the Moto G Power 5G (2024), has a 5,000mAh battery that can last for up to two days, depending on usage. However, only one phone in the Moto G Power series supports near-field communication (NFC) technology. What is NFC? Picture this: you’re at a coffee shop, and all you need is your trusty smartphone to pay for your morning latte. No more fumbling with cash or cards; just a quick swipe of your phone, and you’re ready. But how is this…

Imagine having dinner with stingrays and schools of brightly coloured fish swimming above your head: The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi put together an underwater iftar as a grand welcome to its newest residents, two African Manatees. The ‘extremely rare’ African Manatees are joining the aquarium’s more than 46,000 marine and terrestrial animals — marking the first time they are seen in the region. From the first day of Eid Al Fitr, the general public will be able to witness the captivating beauty of the Manatees and learn about the species from on-site experts. Only a select few facilities around the…

As the sun sets each day during Ramadan, the Afana family in Sharjah gathers around their table to end their fast and indulge in an iftar meal. However, amidst the family gatherings, their minds often drift to the plight of their relatives in Palestine. In a heartfelt interview with Khaleej Times, Sara Afana shared the emotions the family is experiencing during this holy month and how the Israeli attacks in Gaza have altered their lives. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Sara’s parents have been in the UAE since 1982, and she herself…

All geared up for the influx of travellers this Eid Al Fitr, Dubai’s flagship carrier Emirates on Thursday announced that it is expanding its schedules across the region with 19 additional flights. More than 150,000 people are expected to fly with Emirates during Eid Al Fitr across the region — and to meet the demand, more trips are planned for Jeddah, Kuwait, Beirut and Amman. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Emirates will add an extra seven flights to Jeddah from April 7 to 13. This will give passengers an opportunity to explore…

The new-look Par 3 golf course at Montgomerie Golf Club, Dubai, will reopen for play on Friday. The re-designed Par 3 was undertaken by European Golf Design (EGD), and led by Gary Johnston who has also designed and worked on Dubai Hills Golf Club. Construction was undertaken by local Dubai golf specialists Desert Group with lighting fixtures by Musco Lighting. Jordan Fairweather, Cluster Director of Agronomy, said of the project: “The new Par 3 course and enhanced practice facilities will provide the golfer, greater practice options on a new and fresh layout which has had sustainability in mind from the…

DUBAI SOUTH AWARDS AED 1.5 BILLION CONTRACT TO AL KHARAFI CONSTRUCTION FOR SOUTH BAY NEW PHASES The contractor will develop phases 3,4 and 5 Phase 4 launched due to huge demand from buyers South Bay comprises over 800 spacious villas and townhouses, and over 200 luxurious waterfront mansions developed across six phases. Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 4 April 2024: Following increased demand from investors and buyers to own a unit at South Bay, Dubai South Properties’ unique development, and the sell-out of the limited inventory that was released before, the developer has expedited the launch of the project’s phases, launching…

Earlier today, Motorola introduced a new premium phone in the Edge series, and from the looks of it, this could be one of the most value-centric phones of 2024. The Motorola Edge 50 Pro, which flaunts a fresh design language, marked its arrival in the Indian market with a price tag of roughly $385. For a limited spell, it will be sold at approximately $335, which is nothing short of stunning. At that asking price, you won’t find a phone in the U.S. market that can match the hardware prowess and the fine looks of Motorola’s latest phone. We are…