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Gulf Today
25-05-2025
- Business
- Gulf Today
Dubai completes 70% of Umm Suqeim Street improvement project
Mattar Al Tayer, Director General, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), announced the completion of 70% of Umm Suqeim Street Improvement Project, extending from the intersection with Al Khail Road to the intersection with Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road. The project is part of a master development plan for Umm Suqeim–Al Qudra corridor, which runs from Jumeirah Street to Emirates Road, spanning 16 km in total. It serves several residential and development areas with a population exceeding one million residents. Al Tayer made these remarks during a site tour to inspect progress on the project, which is being implemented in line with the leadership's directives to enhance road infrastructure, and support Dubai's ongoing urban expansion and population growth, ultimately aiming to improve traffic flow and mobility across the city. During the tour, Al Tayer was briefed on the completed phases of Umm Suqeim Street Improvement Project, which spans 4.6 km from the intersection with Al Khail Road to the intersection with Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road. The works include the development of Umm Suqeim–Al Barsha South intersection, near Kings' School, featuring the construction of an 800-metre tunnel with four lanes in each direction along Umm Suqeim Street, in addition to a signalised surface-level intersection. Al Tayer added: 'Umm Suqeim–Al Qudra Corridor Improvement Project is one of RTA's key strategic transverse (east-west) traffic corridors, designed to enhance integration with vertical (north-south) road corridors. The project complements RTA's efforts to improve connectivity between four major arterial roads in Dubai: Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Khail Road, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, and Emirates Road. It is designed to increase the corridor's capacity to 16,000 vehicles per hour in both directions, improve traffic flow, and reduce travel time between Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and Al Khail Road by 61% from 9.7 minutes to just 3.8 minutes. The corridor serves several major residential and development zones, including Al Barsha South 1, 2, and 3, Dubai Hills, Arjan, and Dubai Science Park, with a total population exceeding one million residents.' Smart Technology Al Tayer was also briefed on the deployment of smart technologies for monitoring road projects across the emirate. Drones are being utilised to capture and analyse project progress data, with artificial intelligence employed to track construction milestones and performance indicators. This integrated approach has enhanced operational efficiency on-site, accelerated decision-making processes, and enabled the provision of real-time, high-precision data. The adoption of these technologies has also resulted in 100% increase in field presence and 60% reduction in the time required for site surveys. In parallel, time-lapse imaging systems are being used to continuously monitor construction activities, contributing to 40% improvement in overall project monitoring efficiency. Completed Projects In 2013, RTA completed Phase I of Umm Suqeim Street Improvement Project, which covered the section between Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road. The works included the construction of two bridges, each featuring three lanes in both directions, the first crossing the eastern street parallel to Al Asayel Street, and the second crossing the western street parallel to First Al Khail Street. The project also included two signalised intersections at Umm Suqeim Street's junctions with Al Asayel Street and First Al Khail Street, along with three pedestrian bridges to facilitate safe crossing between Al Quoz and Al Barsha. In 2020, as part of the bridges and roads development project for Dubai Hills Mall, RTA opened a main bridge along Umm Suqeim Street at the intersection with the entrance to Dubai Hills and Al Barsha South. The 500-metre bridge has four lanes in each direction and a capacity of 16,000 vehicles per hour in both directions.
Jordan News
26-03-2025
- Politics
- Jordan News
Jordan to Observe the Shawwal Crescent on Saturday - Jordan News
The Jordanian Department of Fatwa will observe the crescent moon of Shawwal for the year 1446 AH on Saturday evening, as stated by the department's spokesperson, Ahmed Al-Harasess. اضافة اعلان Al-Harasess added that the moon-sighting celebration will take place at King Abdullah Gardens in Dabuq, with observation being conducted through the Umm Dami Observatory in Wadi Rum. Additionally, observations will be made through the "King's Academy" School Observatory, the Maragha Observatory at Al al-Bayt University, and telescopes distributed across the Wadi Rum camps. The decision on the date of Eid al-Fitr will be made by the members of the Fatwa Council, who number 11 members representing the council. They will review scientific and astronomical data, as well as the results from observation teams sent from various regions of the kingdom, as explained by the Grand Mufti of the Kingdom, Ahmed Al-Hassanat. Al-Hassanat also confirmed in a previous statement to "Al-Mamlaka" that there has been no agreement on whether the fasting month of Ramadan will last 29 or 30 days. He said that this decision is not influenced by any internal or external political pressures, as it is purely a religious decision. The responsibility for it lies with the religious authorities, particularly the Council of Islamic Research and Studies. The Grand Mufti emphasized that the decision on the date of Eid al-Fitr in Jordan is independent and does not follow the practices of any other country. He pointed out that the department has a specific method for confirming the sighting of the crescent moon, which is universally accepted. He clarified that if the crescent is sighted in Jordan or a neighboring country, and the sighting is scientifically and astronomically accepted, the beginning of the month will be announced. Al-Hassanat further explained that it is not the role of astronomers to determine the beginning of months from a religious standpoint. Their task is to provide the information they have to the Fatwa department. The President of the Jordanian Astronomical Society, Ammar Al-Sukaji, stated in a press release that accurate astronomical calculations show that the sighting of the Shawwal crescent for the year 1446 AH, after sunset on Saturday, March 29, will be "impossible" both by the naked eye or using telescopes, either in Jordan or the wider Islamic world, despite the crescent being visible above the horizon after sunset.
Al Etihad
20-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Al Etihad
Umm Al Emarat Park makes Ramadan nights unforgettable for families
21 Mar 2025 01:35 SARA ALZAABI (ABU DHABI)Umm Al Emarat Park, a community hub in the heart of Abu Dhabi, has come to life with a series of events as part of "Ramadan Nights at the Park", an initiative that seeks to foster togetherness during the Holy the ethos of the Year of Community, the month-long festival focuses on strengthening bonds, enriching cultures, social impact, and environmental awareness. Overall, it aims to create a more memorable experience for the community."In Ramadan 2025, Umm Al Emarat Park has introduced several new initiatives that further enhance the community experience, making this year's edition more immersive and impactful than ever," said Rasha Kablawi, Group Communications Director at Sinyar Holding, the official spokesperson for Umm Al Emarat Park. Encapsulating the spirit of Ramadan, the festival features the iftar cannon tradition, which signals the end of the day's fast. The Emirates Red Crescent then distributes "Kisr Al-Siyam" iftar boxes to those in park's Ramadan Garden offers a picturesque backdrop for visitors to enjoy iftar and suhoor. The stunning venue is open for iftar from 6.30pm to 8.30pm and for suhoor from 10pm to the weekend, Umm Al Emarat Park bustles with the Ramadan Pop-up Market, held on Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to 1am at the Great Lawn – Park Market Area, featuring local vendors and food of Ramadan-themed activities are in store for children, from Hakawati (storytelling) to lantern-making workshops, among others.A curated Ramadan Picnic Basket - packed with sandwiches, dates, snacks, and juices - completes the unforgettable the park hosts fitness and well-being sessions, such as yoga, meditation, sound healing and mindfulness at the Evening Garden. "Each of these initiatives aligns with the UAE's Year of Community, reinforcing the park's role as a hub for cultural, social, and wellness-driven experiences during Ramadan," Kablawi told Aletihad . She highlighted the park's collaborative initiatives with the Emirates Red Crescent and partnerships with the Tadweer Group on their "Naqa'a" Ramadan campaign, which connects the core values of the Holy Month with sustainability. Among the campaign's key highlights are activities that encourage the public to get involved in promoting the 3Rs (reduce, reuse and recycle)."Umm Al Emarat Park creates a warm and inclusive environment where families and children can celebrate the essence of Ramadan together, blending culture, entertainment, and community engagement in a picturesque outdoor setting," Kablawi added.
Al Etihad
11-03-2025
- Politics
- Al Etihad
Saud bin Saqr receives Ramadan greetings from UAQ Deputy Ruler, well-wishers
9 Mar 2025 10:20 RAS AL KHAIMAH (WAM)H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, received well-wishers on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan at the Khuzam those extending their greetings were H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Rashid Al Mu'alla, Deputy Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain; Sheikh Salem bin Khalid Al Qasimi, Minister of Culture, and Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, along with a large gathering of officials, citizens, and members of Arab and Islamic communities. The well-wishers conveyed their sincere congratulations and prayers for Sheikh Saud's continued good health and well-being, while also wishing the UAE and the Arab and Islamic nations blessings and prosperity during this holy month.
