Dubai Airports operator said that approximately 1.8 million passengers are expected to enter Dubai from November 25- December 5. December 4 is expected to be the busiest day and it is likely to reach the 190,000 mark.
“As always, Dubai Airports is working with airlines, control authorities, and all our other commercial and service partners to ensure a smooth and comfortable experience for our customers. Those travelling during this peak period can make their journey smooth and comfortable by following a few simple tips,” Essa Al Shamsi, Vice President of Terminal Operations at Dubai Airports, said.
Fresh out of high school in 1989, Vijay Bhatia said he started working at Emirates, the largest airline and one of two flag carriers of the United Arab Emirates.
Fast-forward to the present, Vijay is a 52-year-old businessman with at least five companies under his watch – one of them, Jules Tourism, which he acquired sometime last year at the height of travel restrictions caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.
“I can’t say it’s doing very good, nor is it doing bad, as well. We are going Ok,” he says.
As a businessman, Vijay’s motto is quite obvious: “Don’t put your eggs in one basket.”
“You should diversify. You just can’t have one business. If something happens to it, you will be down and out. We have diversified. So we have this, and we have plans to open other businesses as well like a cleaning company and a limo service company,” Vijay said.
He said it is important to keep a positive frame of mind – “Life is always full of ups and downs. Sometimes you’re up, sometimes you are going to be down. But nothing is going to be down forever.”
Vijay said Dubai keeps him going. “It is always changing. Every day is different,” he said, adding as well that he takes inspiration from the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum is the Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates, its Minister of Defence, and ruler of the Emirate of Dubai.
“I look at him as a guiding person,” Vijay said.
Vijay said he has travelled a lot – 56 countries and 126 cities to be exact.
But there’s one place that, he says, he keeps coming back to: the Philippines.
“I used to go there every year,” he said. “My second home will be the Philippines when I grow old. I am 52, so like when I am 60…65…70, I want to stay in Makati.
“Why? Makati is the business area. Once a businessman, always a businessman. I always stay there actually.”
“Destiny pushed me toward selecting this field,” says Dr. Fazeela Abbasi, a highly experienced dermatologist and pioneer in the use of advanced laser treatments, who has garnered a distinct reputation as a celebrity dermatologist and aesthetic skin specialist.
“I wanted to be a heart surgeon but my son was born with a life-threatening lung disorder. He is healthy and well by the grace of God. But at that time I had to choose a field that did not involve emergency rotations and hectic working hours. Dermatology seemed to be just the right fit and now it’s like I was born to do it,” she says.
Dr. Fazeela brings prestige with her name and is sought by those who do not settle for less. Her techniques are revolutionary in anti-aging treatments. She is one of the most sought-after doctors for her artistically performed injectable procedures. Moreover, she is also known for coining the term, DFA Signature Liquid Face Sculpting.
She is the youngest doctor to become an honorary teaching faculty member for the Sharjah University of Laser Training and Research Centre, an institution recognized by the Dubai Health Authority for issuing CME credits for laser therapists across the Gulf region. This achievement is a testament to her dedication to the field of dermatology.
One of her countless achievements includes being the pioneer dermatologist in Pakistan to introduce top laser brands in the country. In 2008, she established her clinic in Islamabad and since then she has been striving to deliver the best that dermatology can offer. Currently, she is practicing in Dubai as a part of the Euromed Clinic Center.
What keeps her going?
“I think it’s in my genes. I am a workaholic. Took it after my mother, I suppose, who is a superwoman at the age of 72. She is a lawyer, a judge, member of parliament, chairperson law and justice (committee), a wonderful mother, great granny and still not slowing down,” says Dr. Fazeela, who’s from Pakistan but has become a rolling stone, spending most of my life in US, London and Dubai.
“I have been in dermatological practice since 2003. After completing my medical school, I went on pursuing post-graduation qualification in Clinical Dermatology from Saint John’s Institute of dermatology, Kings College London, the world’s renowned dermatology institution. After which I joined MD Dermatology and completed my doctorate in medicine adorning my educational career with the most prestigious qualification in the field of dermatology,” says Dr. Fazeela.
She adds: “I am blessed to have the most amazing parents one can have, especially my mother who is the backbone of my life. My brother is my lifeline and his unconditional love and support make me thrive and grow.
“My son is the most humble and loving child a mother can hope for. God has been very kind to me. Having a loving and supportive family makes life journey beautiful. There were hiccups but that’s part of life. You learn from those bad times and move on to become a better person.”
Her advice?
“There are no short cuts in life, and hard work is the key to success. Though destiny might take you to reach that point, only hard work will take you to the top.”
Dr. Fazeela says she plans to “strike a balance between my deen & Duniya.
“Which means paying equal attention to worldly success and success in life here after.
As far as worldly plans are concerned, I am in the process of launching my skincare line.”
Al Mafraq vehicle impound organized two car auctions and 274 impounded cars have been sold by the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) from AED 2,000 TO aed 175,000.
It was participated by almost 900 bidders for both auctions. ADJD facilitated the purchasing procedures
ADJD coordinated both auctions with the relevant sectors, ensuring the rights of all parties.
“My life has been a perfect example of the importance of identifying the opportunities that come our way and having the courage to grab those opportunities to make the best out of it,” says Vidya Rani, who bagged the title “Inner Beauty” in the recently held Mrs. India 2021.
“When opportunity knocked at my door, not always did I have the skills required for that particular opportunity. But I took the plunge and learned along the way. I not only succeeded in the path, but excelled in every path. If I could do it, everyone can.”
A psychology graduate with a Master’s Degree in Healthcare Management, Vidya has embarked on a journey to start a health care services company in Dubai.
“I saw that there were gaps in the industry and felt a strong requirement to fill those gaps and provide the best solutions required,” Vidya, General Manager and founder of VAID Health Care Services company dealing with international patient services, said.
Vidya said she took part in the pageant to discover herself.
“Personally, I went through a phase of adversity and needed to go through a regime to push myself to reach heights. This journey truly gave me wings,” she said.
Winning at the pageant, she said, “was a very special moment, especially the title as Mrs. India – Inner Beauty.
“It was an endorsement for everything that I believe in and practice. It reinforced my confidence and gave me fuel to embark on my journey in full spirit to create a positive impact on the lives of people.”
She said the opportunity to “influence and impact other people’s lives” keeps her going.
Having gone on her journey, Vidya says she learned that it is better to live life beyond the stereotypes, and that, with grit and determination, it is possible to achieve anything.
“Also,” she added, “Everything in the world involves a team…always respect that.”
Moreover, Vidya said, we are actually cheating ourselves with every excuse or alibi we make.
So, she said, better to “live every moment to the fullest as today will never come again.”
Fashion, home décor, lifestyle, technology, and beauty products will all be discounted during the sale.
The Dubai 3-Day Super Sale (3DSS) is slated to return in 2021 for its second edition. From Thursday, November 25, to Saturday, November 27, the bi-annual mega promotion will take place.
Across the city’s shopping malls and retail shops, shoppers may save up to 90% on fashion, home décor, lifestyle, technology, and cosmetic products during the three-day sale.
Over the course of 72 hours, 3DSS will witness price decreases at over 500 participating brands across 2,000 stores in Dubai.
The 27th General Conference of the International Council of Museums (Icom) will be held in Dubai.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum announced on Saturday that Dubai has won the bid to host the world’s largest museum conference in 2025.
His Highness took to Twitter to express himself. The 27th International Council of Museums (Icom) General Conference will be held in Dubai in 2025. It will be the first time Icom has conducted a conference in the Middle East.
At least 119 countries are scheduled to attend, with 20,000 worldwide museums.
فوز دبي باستضافة أكبر مؤتمر للمتاحف في العالم آيكوم2025 بحضور 119 دولة تغطي 20 ألف متحف عالمي يعطي دفعة قوية لقطاع الثقافة بالدولة.متاحفنا العالمية في عاصمتنا الحبيبة ومتاحفنا الوطنية على امتداد كافة إمارات الدولة ستقود النقاش العالمي حول مستقبل المتاحف بهذا المؤتمر الدولي الضخم
A massive set of reforms for all employees in the private sector of the United Arab Emirates was presented in the new labour law.
The UAE’s workplace is now in line with best worldwide standards in terms of defending employee rights and drawing talent to a flexible and modern work environment.
Here are the highlights of Federal Decree Law No. 33 of 2021 on labor relations:
WORK LEAVES
Five-day paternity leave within six months after the child’s birth.
45-day maternity leave extends to an additional 15 days at half pay. Medical certificates must be presented for documentation.
If the child is born with a disability, the mother can have 30-day fully paid leave and can be extended to another 30 days with no pay.
Five-day mourning leave upon the death of a spouse
Three-day mourning leaves upon the death of a parent, child, sibling, grandchild or grandparent.
Workers are entitled to have a 10-day study leave if they are enrolled to any institution accredited by the UAE. In order to get this benefit, the employee should complete the first two years of contract with the employer.
Workers are entitled one day paid off.
2. WORK MODELS
Workers can work on an hourly or project basis for more than one employer.
Aside from the full-time scheme, part-time, temporary or flexible contracts will also be allowed.
Further models: Self-employment (condensed working weeks) and the shared-job model (two employed to split the job and pay based on an agreement with the company)
3. PROBATIONARY RULES
Probation period limited to six months.
A 14-day notice before terminating an employee must be submitted.
One-month notice for employees wishing to change jobs during the probation period.
One-year ban from obtaining a work permit for employees leaving the country without notice.
If any parties will not abide in the rules. The breaching party should financially compensate the other with a pay equal to regular work days of the remaining period of notice.
4. NO MORE UNLIMITED CONTRACTS
No more unlimited contracts
Employers should only issue limited contracts, renewable every three years, for the same or lesser period upon the agreement of both parties.
Employers will be allowed to amend and correct employment contracts to fixed terms for a period of one-year.
5. SETTING UP OF MINIMUM WAGE
The new law will set a minimum wage for the employees in the private sector. The UAE cabinet will determine the minimum wage based on the proposal of the Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation.
6. IN CASE OF WORKER’S DEATH
In case of a worker’s death, the company is liable for repatriation cost and the worker’s salary entitlements and severance expenses to the family within 10 days of the death.
7. STAYING IN UAE AFTER QUITTING JOB
No employer should prohibit workers from leaving the country after quitting work, termination or end of contract.
Employers cannot confiscate the official documents of the workers.
8. PROVISIONS ON ANTI-DISCRIMINATION
Non-discrimination in hiring employees on the basis of gender, race, colour, nationality, religion, social origins or disability.
Protects employees against any sexual harrassment, bullying, verbal, physical or emotional abuse by employers, superiors and co-workers.
Employers are not allowed to use any means of force against employees for failing to perform an action against their wants.
9. WOMEN RIGHTS
Equal pay for women doing the same job, equal value as men.
10. EXEMPTION OF JUDICIAL FEES
Workers are exempted from judicial fees at all stages of litigation, enforcement and petitions filed by workers with a value not more than AED100,000.
Employers are liable to bear the fees and expenses of recruitment and employment of workers.
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) unveiled a new bridge on Saturday that connects Al Manama and Al Meydan Streets and crosses the Dubai Al Ain Road.
The previous roundabout at this intersection has been removed, and the RTA has rectified the slanting ends of the existing Al Meydan Street bridges.
The bridge is 328 meters long and has four lanes in each direction, with a capacity of 16,000 cars per hour. The bridge’s sloping ends span 400 meters.
The new bridge connecting Al Manama and Al Meydan Streets is part of RTA’s Dubai-Al Ain Road Improvement Project, according to Mattar Mohammed Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority.
Travel tickets of Emirates Airline for the upcoming long holiday weekend begin from AED1,395 to celebrate the 50th National Day of the United Arab Emirates.
“50 percent off adult airfare for youngsters” is also included in the deal. This implies that if you’re traveling with kids, you’ll save 50% on their tickets.
Bookings must be made between today (November 18) and December 5, 2021, for travel until June 15, 2022.
