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From Malayalam bestsellers to Tamil classics, Indian publishers and readers celebrate their shared cultural roots at the world’s largest book fair Sharjah, November 14, 2025 The Indian participation at the 44th Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2025) continues to be an indispensable factor owing to the large Indian population in the UAE, a good many of them keeping in touch with their roots through the books from their homeland and in their mother tongue. Indian English authors Sudha Murthy, Chetan Bhagat and Arundhati Roy turned out to be popular across Indian stalls going by the prominent display of their books.…
At the Sharjah International Book Fair’s Cookery Corner, the Damascus-born chef prepares the beloved dish Kebab Hindi while sharing his journey of resilience and culinary passion Sharjah, November 14, 2025 The Cookery Corner at the 44th Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2025) filled with the aromas of Damascus as Syrian chef Diaa Alhanoun took the stage, guiding audiences through the flavours, memories and heritage behind one of Syria’s most cherished comfort dishes: Kebab Hindi. Warmly greeted by an enthusiastic crowd, Chef Alhanoun introduced the dish by recounting the origins of its distinctive name. Although called “Indian Kebab,” he explained that…
At the 44th Sharjah International Book Fair, publishers and translatorsfind great scope for translations from and to the Arabic language. Sharjah, November 14, 2025 Translations of classics have been a great binding factor for the world at large, and the sheer volume of translated works at the 44th Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2025) makes its goal of being a cultural bridge and meeting place truly relevant. The Sharjah Book Authority’s translation grant ‘Turjuman’ has provided the necessary fillip for this cross-cultural connection and literary enrichment. The Arabic language is one of the oldest and most widely spoken in the…
World’s largest debut media event announces expanded program and global participationfigures during briefing with 100 content creators Over 60,000 participants from 132 countries 430 speakers from 45 countries 1,200 CEOs and 260 local and international advertising agencies 5,000 media professionals More than 300 activities including sessions, roundtables and workshops 300+ exhibiting companies and over 100 startups World’s largest debut media event spanning 1.65 million square feet Participation from global tech players including X, Meta, Sony, Snapchat and LinkedIn Launch of the official Bridge App Abdulla Al Hamed: “Real power today is… at the intersection of media, technology, and creativity”. Jamal…
Running until March 13, the exhibition explores the life, exile and legacy of one of the Arab world’s most influential poets through poetry, art, personal archives and multimedia displays. ,Sharjah, November 14, 2025 Her Highness Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), inaugurated The Dice Player: Mahmoud Darwish exhibition at House of Wisdom (HoW) in Sharjah. Running for four months until March 13, 2026, the exhibition unfolds as an artistic and cultural journey celebrating the legacy of the Palestinian poet. Through six sections inspired by the faces of a dice, it traces…
At the Sharjah International Book Fair, readers aren’t just turning pages, they’re turning up their cameras Sharjah, November 14, 2025 The appeal of the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) grows with every passing year, and it is easy to see why. The organisers have mastered the art of growing with the times, meeting readers where they are and redefining what a book fair can be. SIBF is anything but traditional. At the ongoing 44th edition, visitors are flipping pages, and they are framing memories. From mirrored walls and floating canvases to dinosaur parades, the book fair has turned literary…
OMODA&JAECOO Celebrates 2,000 Car Sales Milestone in UAE with Exclusive One-Day Best Offer of the Year Dubai, UAE – November 2025: OMODA&JAECOO, the innovative global automotive brand, has achieved an impressive milestone of 2,000 car sales in the UAE, less than a year after its official launch in February 2025. To celebrate this achievement, the brand is introducing an exclusive one-day surprise offer — the best deal of the year — available at all six showroom locations across the UAE on Sunday, November 16, 2025. Customers can expect a surprising and highly attractive deal revealed only when they visit any…
ELEVATE and Ennismore Open Pre-Sales for AED 1.8 Billion Mondrian Al Marjan Island Beach Residences Ahead of Global Launch An exclusive opportunity to own in Ras Al Khaimah’s most anticipated beachfront address Ras Al Khaimah, UAE – November 2025 –Mondrian Al Marjan Island Beach Residences, developed by ELEVATE in partnership with Ennismore, is now open for private sales and expressions of interest. This marks the first opportunity for buyers to secure a home in Ras Al Khaimah’s most awaited branded beachfront residence ahead of its highly anticipated grand unveiling on 26 November 2025 at The Royal Atlantis. Positioned on the…
Abu Dhabi, UAE, [14 November 2025] – TAQA Energy Services, a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA), has signed an agreement with Sdeira Group, a subsidiary of AD Ports Group, to implement one of the Emirate’s largest building retrofit projects aimed at enhancing energy and water efficiency at Aryam ICAD Residential City in Mussafah, Abu Dhabi. The partnership was initially unveiled at the World Utilities Congress 2023, and the implementation agreement was signed during ADIPEC 2025 by Khalid Al Qubaisi, CEO of TAQA Energy Services, and Abdulaziz A. Bawazeer, CEO of Sdeira Group, in the presence of senior…
Inspired by timeless European artistry, Crown Palace is a masterpiece of harmony, peace, and grandeur where classic design meets modern elegance in Dubai’s most visionary district. Date: Dubai, UAE; November 14, 2025 Amirah Developments, one of Dubai’s most promising names in real estate innovation, proudly announces the launch of Crown Palace, a magnificent residential development located in Dubai South, the city’s emerging hub of growth and lifestyle excellence. A tribute to the elegance of European palatial architecture, Crown Palace reintroduces the art of classic design through a modern lens blending handcrafted beauty with smart urban planning. Rising gracefully amidst lush…