Shaikh Nahyan bin Mubarak is a popular face in the UAE. He serves as a minister in the UAE cabinet, travels on his helicopter, speaks at more than 400 events annually and manages to wear a smile always. Khaleej Times reporter Muaz Shabandri spoke to Shaikh Nahyan in a special interview at his maj

[caption id="attachment_28841" align="alignleft" width="475"] Bus station at Trade Center interchange, Dubai. All bus stops at Trade Center interchange will be cancelled effective from 15th March 2013 and are relocated at Jafliya Bus station.[/caption] Dubai: Decision follows concerns over commut

[caption id="attachment_28823" align="alignleft" width="150"] A recent strike led to stinking pileups.[/caption] Jeddah: The government spends a whopping SR 3 billion a year on collecting garbage from Makkah's streets, said Abdul Aziz Khudairi, undersecretary at the Makkah governor’s office. Khu

Jeddah: Saudis and expats will be able to drive straight to Oman by the end of this year when a 592-km road linking the two GCC states is completed. The landmark project, which passes through the Empty Quarter — one of the largest deserts in the world — will cost SR 2 billion and will reduce the di

Bhatkal – A youth identified as Mohammed Dawood (22) from Shirali’s Ali Miyan colony had a miraculous escape when his bike rammed into lorry while trying to overtake at national highway near Venkatapur today around 9:30 pm. According to the sources, he was returning home from Bhatkal when thi

Dubai – BMJD is hosting a National Level Kabaddi Tournament here in Dubai. The tournament will begin on Friday, 12th April 2013 at 8:00 am and will run non-stop till the final match. The tournament will be played at Wanderers Club located near Sharjah Cricket Stadium and only 16 team are allowed to

Bhatkal – Two youths identified as Kamil (17) and Tanseer (17) from Shirur died in a ghastly road accident on National Highway near Muglihonda yesterday night. They were returning home after having dinner at Bhatkal’s City Light Hotel along with other 4 friends. According to the sources, the

KOCHI - Chief Minister Oommen Chandy opened Lulu mall, claimed to be the biggest in the country, at Edapally here on Sunday. He hailed the world-class shopping facilities at the mall and congratulated NRI businessman Yousuff Ali for establishing it. Leader of the Opposition V.S. Achuthanandan

Bhatkal – The much anticipated results of Bhatkal TMC poll which was held on 7th March 213 are announced today. The details are as follows, Mukri Waheeda Basha defeated Seeta Naik by 147 votes. Lakshmi Gonda defeated Taimu Gonda by 75 votes. Abdullah Khateeb won by 52 votes. Manjamma G

Dubai – The medical committee of BMJD is organizing an awareness program on heart disease on Friday, 15th March 2013 at Twin Tower’s Party Hall in Deira Dubai. This was announced by the convener of medical committee, Dr Mohtesham Mohammed Anas in a press release. According to the release, fam

BANGALORE: In a morale-boosting performance ahead of assembly polls, the opposition Congress in Karnataka on Monday put up an impressive show in the elections to urban local bodies, leaving JD(S) and the ruling BJP way behind. With results in around 4,500 wards of a total of nearly 5000 announced

Bangalore, 10 March 2013: Second south Indian conference of Muslims NGO's was held today in Bangalore. Representatives of about 200 NGO's from Karnataka, Kerala, TN and AP and individual social activists were present at the conference. Rehman Khan, Minister for Minority Affairs, Govt. of India wa

Bhatkal – Tanzeem Tempo service which was suddenly stopped few months ago citing financial reasons has been restored. The tempo service which provides easy access to Bhatkal’s main areas at very concessional charges is the only medium of transport for poor people who can’t afford sky high Auto f

Gulbarga – The chairman of Karnataka Urdu Academy, Janab Hafiz Amjad Hussain Karnataki conferred with Honorary Doctorate from Gulbarga University at its 31st annual convocation held on 6th March 2013 in Jnana Ganga Campus. Mr Karnataki was chosen for this honor for his services and contribution

DANUBE BPL 2013 WON BY SAHILONLINE. 19.6 - no runs 19.5 - OUT !! 19.4 - no runs. 19.3 - 2 Runs for the team. 19.2 - OUT !! 19.1 - OUT !! Sailors 148/4 after 19 overs 18.6 - Only a single. 33 runs on 6 balls. 18.5 - Slow ball and SIXX !! 18.4 - only one run. 18.3 - Dot ball straight

Vadodara: The canny Narendra Modi would have done a detailed SWOT analysis on this one. Vitthal Radadiya, famously known as the "gun-toting MP", has joined Mr Modi's party, the BJP today. He quit the Congress in a huff last month. On stage in Dhoraji, Mr Radadiya looks familiar. He is dress

RTA move technical testing and insurance services to ease weekday rush By Shafaat Shahbandari Dubai: Vehicle testing and insurance services in Dubai will be open on Fridays. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) move is aimed at easing the weekday rush at vehicle testing centres that also offer