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Emirates 24/7
01-08-2025
- Business
- Emirates 24/7
Al Jalila Foundation, DIAC join forces to support transformative healthcare
Al Jalila Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Dubai Health, has announced a strategic partnership with the Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC), the largest arbitral institution in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia region, to strengthen community outreach and advance health initiatives through joint charitable efforts. The collaboration will bring together the healthcare and legal sectors in support of Al Jalila Foundation's mission through community engagement, donor outreach, and awareness initiatives. As part of the agreement, DIAC's name will be added to Al Jalila Foundation's donor recognition wall, commemorating their contribution, and the Foundation will be recognised as a charitable partner across DIAC's communication channels. The agreement reflects the goals of the UAE Year of Community and highlights both organisations' commitment to creating sustainable impact. By strengthening cross-sector collaboration, the initiative supports national efforts to promote a collective sense of social responsibility. Dr. Amer Al Zarooni, CEO of Al Jalila Foundation, said, 'We are proud to partner with DIAC in a collaboration that reflects our shared vision of building a healthier and more compassionate society. Their support enables us to expand our reach and deepen our impact within the community.' He added, 'Strategic alliances like this are key to our mission. They allow us to work across sectors, leverage expertise and create sustainable, lasting change in people's lives.' Jehad Kazim, Executive Director of DIAC, said, "Our partnership with Al Jalila Foundation reflects DIAC's commitment to supporting initiatives that strengthen our communities. Together, we're bringing the legal and healthcare sectors closer to address shared challenges and deliver meaningful benefits. This collaboration marks an important step in our efforts to contribute to a healthier, more connected society.'
Al Bawaba
31-07-2025
- Business
- Al Bawaba
Al Jalila Foundation and Dubai International Arbitration Centre join forces to support transformative healthcare
Al Jalila Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Dubai Health, has announced a strategic partnership with the Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC), the largest arbitral institution in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia region, to strengthen community outreach and advance health initiatives through joint charitable collaboration will bring together the healthcare and legal sectors in support of Al Jalila Foundation's mission, through community engagement, donor outreach, and awareness part of the agreement, DIAC's name will be added to Al Jalila Foundation's donor recognition wall, commemorating their generous contribution, and the Foundation will be recognized as a charitable partner across DIAC's communication agreement reflects the goals of the UAE Year of Community and highlights both organizations' commitment to creating sustainable impact. By strengthening cross-sector collaboration, the initiative supports national efforts to promote a collective sense of social Amer Al Zarooni, CEO of Al Jalila Foundation, said: 'We are proud to partner with DIAC in a collaboration that reflects our shared vision of building a healthier and more compassionate society. Their support enables us to expand our reach and deepen our impact within the community.'He added: 'Strategic alliances like this are key to our mission. They allow us to work across sectors, leverage expertise and create sustainable, lasting change in people's lives.'Jehad Kazim, Executive Director of Dubai International Arbitration Centre said: Our partnership with Al Jalila Foundation reflects DIAC's commitment to supporting initiatives that strengthen our communities. Together, we're bringing the legal and healthcare sectors closer to address shared challenges and deliver meaningful benefits. This collaboration marks an important step in our efforts to contribute to a healthier, more connected society.' Earlier this year, DIAC hosted a Ramadan Charity Suhoor that raised over AED 100,000 to support The Child Fund by Al Jalila Foundation, highlighting the organization's dedication to social impact.
Gulf Today
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf Today
Here comes the sun: DIAC show revels in glow of summer colours
Dubai International Art Centre (DIAC), a cornerstone of the UAE's creative community, has unveiled its latest exhibition, Summer Colors. It is a showcase of artistic talent that celebrates the spirit of summer through vivid colours, enviable textures, and sincere expression (July 19-26). The exhibition opened to a full house of art lovers, collectors, and cultural dignitaries, and features a lineup of over 50 talented artists from diverse nationalities. Their artworks – inspired by the glowing warmth, profound energies and the special beauty of summer – create a kaleidoscope of canvases across a variety of mediums including paintings, mixed media, and abstract compositions. The opening ceremony was graced by Chief Guest Anamika Chatterjee, Associate Editor of Khaleej Times. She said that 'artists must always follow their passion, even when life gets busy with responsibilities. Art is what keeps the soul alive.' The event was also honoured by the presence of leading Emirati artist Faisal Abdul Qader, Guest of Honour, who applauded DIAC's continued commitment to providing a platform for both emerging and established artists. 'Dubai International Art Centre has played a crucial role in nurturing creative talent through exhibitions such as this,' he said. Noted cultural personality Ahmed Al Awadhi Rukni attended the event as Special Guest, along with other prominent personalities from the media and art worlds, including senior artist Anjini Prakash Laitu. Their presence added undoubted significance and recognition to the inaugural. Exhibition Director Ambika Vohra expressed her pride in the quality and diversity of the artworks on display. 'The works showcased here are not just beautiful; they're ideal for enhancing any home,' she said. 'The attention to detail and emotional depth in each piece is remarkable.' A ballerina prepares for her dance. The Summer Colors Exhibition has already attracted a huge footfall of visitors, ranging from passionate art buyers to curious newcomers, making it one of the season's most talked-about cultural events. With a rich display of imagination and talent, it provides a unique opportunity for art enthusiasts to understand new perspectives and take home a piece of summer. The exhibition is open to the public and art lovers are encouraged to visit and explore the colourful offerings, many of which are available for purchase. Participating artists include Akshita Lad, Akanksha Kshatriya (ArtbyAK), Afshan Khan, Alia Amin, Amancia Sandra Menezes, Amna Ameen, Anxhela El Ahmadieh, Anita Sahai, Aquila Abdel Rahim, Asma Syed, Bianca Pascual, Celina Sarieddine, Debra S Mascarenhas, Deepa Rajesh, Diyali Bhalla, Dr. Anum Ali, Dr. Kamal Al Yammahi, Elham Mohammadnia, Erum Durrani, Gursheen Kaur, Jagruty Sanjay, Jaimee Felysse Reyes, Jyoti Devdhar, Lita Mathews, Mahboobeh Goshtaseb Shahnavaz, Mahi Wasfi, Mahnaz Rafiq Javid, Maitha Bin Shahdoor, Maryam Khodaverdian, Maryam Taghikhani, Nanditha Unnikrishnan, Natalia Venerova, Nikita Neogy, Ola Khalil, Pari Sagar, Prachi Khurana, Prasanth Chandran, Radhika Arya, Renuka Sanjeev, Roya Vahidi, Sandeep Soni, Sarika Handa, Shebaniah Asaph P. Pineda, Sibel Yavuz, Solmaz Gholami, Sumaya Azam and Trupti Rele. An AI reference notes that 'many artists across various eras have found inspiration in the season of summer, capturing its essence through vibrant colours, landscapes, and scenes of leisure. Notable examples include Claude Monet, who painted 'Impression, Sunrise' and 'End of Summer Morning', capturing the fleeting beauty of light and atmosphere and their effects, characteristic of summer, and Vincent van Gogh, whose 'Harvest at La Crau' showcases the golden hues of summer fields. His 'Haystacks, Summer', exemplifies his use of colour and texture to depict the feeling of summer. A group photo from the event. Artists like David Hockney with his 'Portrait of an Artist (Pool with Two Figures)' capture the modern experience of summer leisure and Berthe Morisot with 'Summer's Day', has also depicted the joys of summer recreation and relaxation. Morisot's 'Summer's Day' depicts women in a rowboat, showcasing leisure activities associated with the season. Pierre-Auguste Renoir's 'The Luncheon of the Boating Party' captures a lively scene of people enjoying a summer day. Giuseppe Arcimboldo's allegorical portraits, including 'Summer', depict the season through symbolic arrangements of fruits and vegetables. Winslow Homer often painted scenes of coastal life, capturing the energy and vibrancy of summer. Paul Gauguin's Tahitian landscapes like Tahitian Landscape, evoke the warmth and exoticism often associated with summer and Artsper Magazine notes that Edward Hopper's paintings such as 'Second Story Sunlight', capture a sense of solitude and light associated with summer afternoons. Marc Chagall's painting 'Summer Dream' is an example of his whimsical and dreamlike style often incorporating vibrant colours, AI adds. Several Eastern artists too have found inspiration in the summer season, translating its vibrancy and essence into their work, the AI overview continues. These artists draw from nature, cultural traditions and personal experiences, to capture the spirit of summer in their creations. Eastern inspirations range from detailed jewellery design to large-scale paintings and photography. The works reflect the beauty, energy, and cultural richness associated with the summer months. Cindy Chao, for example, is a jewellery artist whose 'Aquatic' series is inspired by snorkeling; she uses vibrant gemstones to recreate marine life with a focus on underwater hues and light. Dina Razin, a digital artist with Middle Eastern heritage, incorporates her culture into vibrant scenes featuring women in embellished outfits and floral elements, often with a summer beach setting, while American artist Summer Wheat, creates tactile paintings that capture the essence of summer.
Khaleej Times
14-07-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Indian universities in UAE: IIMA Dubai's Dh294,000 fee for MBA covers visa, insurance costs
India's top-ranked business school, the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA), will open its first international campus in Dubai in September 2025, with the cost of its flagship one-year MBA pegged at $80,000 (Dh294,000) — an all-inclusive fee that covers tuition, visa, insurance, and campus facilities. In an exclusive interview with Khaleej Times, Professor Bharat Bhasker, Director of IIM Ahmedabad, said: 'The programme fee for the one-year MBA at IIMA Dubai is $80,000 (including tuition fees, books, course material, visa fees, medical insurance and use of other facilities like library, network, and campus infrastructure). We offer entry and exit scholarships based on merit to all students.' IIMA is currently ranked 27th in the QS Global MBA Rankings, and its inaugural cohort at the international branch campus will consist of 40 to 50 students, with plans to scale up to 900 students over the next decade. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Strategic location, local focus The new campus will be housed at Dubai International Academic City (DIAC) in its initial phase, offering a multicultural academic hub. A permanent campus is set to open by 2029, on land allocated as part of the collaboration between the UAE and India. The announcement followed a high-profile visit in April by a UAE delegation led by Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. During the visit, an MoU was signed between Bhasker and Helal Saeed Almarri, Director General of Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism, marking a milestone in bilateral education cooperation. Research centres to align with D33 agenda IIMA plans to launch two key research centres in the first year of its Dubai operations. 'In the first year of the Dubai Campus, we plan to establish two dedicated research centres — one will focus on case writing and development, and the other will be on start-up incubation,' said Bhasker. 'As the campus grows, we aim to expand our offerings to include a wider range of programmes, including Open Enrolment and Customised Executive Education Programmes.' Long-term, the institute plans to align research with Dubai's D33 economic agenda, with specialised centres in fintech, AI, retail, and supply chain. IIMA is also exploring partnerships with local technology labs working on Artificial Intelligence and robotics. Admissions close soon Applications for the full-time, one-year MBA in Dubai are open until July 31. The admission process is highly selective, following a two-stage evaluation based on valid GMAT or GRE scores taken within the past five years. 'The candidates will require a minimum of four years of full-time work experience after graduation,' Bhasker added. Academic model mirrors India's programme The Dubai MBA will closely resemble IIMA's globally respected MBA for Executives (PGPX) in India, which has been running for two decades and was recently ranked #1 in Career Progress by the Financial Times Global MBA Ranking 2025. 'The programme will be similar to the MBA-PGPX in India, which has been successfully running for two decades and has achieved global recognition. Furthermore, IIM Ahmedabad faculty will teach the first batch in Dubai. Over time, full-time faculty will also be recruited at the Dubai Campus,' said Bhasker. Students will follow a five-term structure, undertake an independent research project, and have the option for international immersion, all designed to provide hands-on exposure to management in different global contexts. 'Our first full-time one-year MBA programme for the Dubai campus is designed to cater to the advanced management learning and upskilling needs of global working professionals and entrepreneurs,' added the Director of IIM Ahmedabad. 'This immersive programme, with IIMA's acclaimed case method pedagogy, aims to equip ambitious professionals with cutting-edge business insights to navigate global market challenges and prepare them for C-suite leadership while aligning with the UAE's vision for innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth.' Building regional relevance through case studies Notably, IIMA already has a portfolio of nearly 5,000 case studies, but the Dubai campus will bring a regional lens to its pedagogical approach. 'Our case method pedagogy is the cornerstone to bridge the gap between industry and academia,' said Bhasker. 'We are actively researching and writing cases on organisations in the UAE and GCC to help create pertinent exposure for our students.' Cross-border education also opens new opportunities for knowledge exchange, benefitting both IIMA's Indian and Dubai campuses. 'IIMA is an institute of global repute, which is recognised for excellence in management education, research, and leadership development,' he added. 'Over the past 60 years, our faculty members and alumni have contributed significantly to policy and practice globally, and many of them have also gone on to lead some of the largest organisations in the world.'
Gulf Today
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf Today
Small is beautiful: DIAC show hosts big art on little canvases
Early last month, Dubai International Art Centre (DIAC) hosted the second edition of its group art show titled 8'x8' Beauty in Unity. BiU marked a significant milestone in the UAE's cultural and creative calendar, in the number of artworks shown and the response generated. The exhibition was held for the second consecutive year, without a break, and drew hundreds of art lovers, collectors and industry dignitaries; it also received a World Record award from Talent Record Book, for exhibiting the highest number of small canvases in a single show. The record-winning show consisted of 692 individual artworks, each sized at merely 20x20 cm; it was a celebration of artistic capacity in miniature form! This year's edition witnessed the participation of 102 talented artists from diverse nationalities, showcasing styles ranging from realism and abstraction to Arabic calligraphy, digital art, and photography. The outcome too was commendable — over 150 artworks were sold, underscoring the event's commercial and creative success. The exhibition was inaugurated by renowned Emirati artist Faisal Abdul Qader, who said that 'it's inspiring to see such powerful creativity captured within such a small canvas. Each piece tells a story — concise yet impactful.' The event was also graced by eminent personalities and supporters of the arts, including Emirati artist Ahmed Rukni, Indian art legend Anjini Prakash Laitu, water colour champion Atul Panase and art doyen Sultana Kazim, each of whose presence lent prestige and encouragement to the participating artists. DIAC Chairperson Diyali Sen Bhalla spoke about the vision behind the show: '8'x8' Beauty in Unity is more than just an art exhibition — it is a growing cultural movement,' she said. 'It provides a unique platform for artists to demonstrate extraordinary talent within compact compositions. These mini masterpieces appeal to a broad spectrum of buyers, making art more accessible while still maintaining their soul and uniqueness.' The response to Season 2 has resonated in a way that DIAC received multiple requests to organise Season 3, on a larger scale. Plans are underway to host the next chapter in November 2025. 'It promises an even bigger celebration of creative diversity and global unity through art,' said Diyali Sen Bhalla. Artists with their certificates. Season 2 participating artists included Adila Shoaib, Ahmad Al Awadhi Rukni, Alemayehu Goshime, Alia Amin, Amancia Sandra Menezes, Amanda Ovington, Amna Mohammed Ameen, Anastasie Akibode, Anirban Midya, Anjini Prakash Laitu, Anjum Daud, Ankisha Jhawar, Anuj Sarkar, Anum Anwar Ali, Aquila Abdel Rahim, Arezoo Rahmdel, Arti Bhatia, Asiya Hassham Malik, Asma Seyed, Avantika Sharma, Avijit Majumder, Beena Samuel, Bhakti Ghaghda, Bhumika Maniyar, Chandralekha Dubey, Debra S Mascarenhas, Deepa Rajesh, Deepti Sharma, Dheepa David, Diyali Bhalla, Dr. Poonam Chauhan, Dr. Devisree S, Elaheh Baghaiesaien, Elahehsadat Mirafzal, Erum Durrani, Farivash Rajaei Alawadhi, Fathima Shihnaz Ahamed, Gülüm Erzincan, Hanna Alexandra Adoro Tepace, Jagruti Sanjay, Jaimee Felysse Almendares Reyes, Jamila Patanwala, Jenny C Ang, Jyoti Devdhar, Jyoti Sethi, Komal Jhala, Kriscia Bianca Pascual, Kunchay Visweswar, Lara AbouKhaled, Latha Narayanan, Leila Ramezani, Lita Mathews, Mahboobeh Shahnavaz, Mahi Tawfik, Mahi Wasfy, Mahnaz Ghafouri, Mahnaz Rafiq Javid, Mahshid Mirab, Maitha Shahdoor, Malika Rahman, Mary Ann Pascual, Marya Adnan, Mini Suboth, Mona Biswarupa Mohanty, Mrinmay C Sebastian, Muhammad Habib Akram, Nanditha Unnikrishnan, Neema Rajesh, Nithya Rajendiran, Pari Sagar, Pinki Sanyal, Radha Bhatia, Ranjisha Raghavan, Rashmi Parakkal, Reeta Kumari, Renuka Sanjeev, Rubab Zahra, Sahira Banu, Sameena Firdose, Sandeep Soni, Sandhya S. Iyer, Sara Masoumi, Seema Haque, Sibel Yavuz, Sona Minasyan, Soobika Fawad, Stuti Parikh, Sunanda Jain, Sunita Vasanth, Suva Mishra, Swaraj Jawale, Trupti Rele, Ursula Musch, Vandana Sudhir, Varghese Naiju, Varsha Khatri, Vasanthi Kannan, Vinu Aravind, Yamini Maria, Yoshita Ahmed, and Zoharath Suha. An AI overview of small canvas paintings says that 'they offer a great way to experiment with art, add pops of colour, and personalise small spaces.' AI goes on to prod artists to 'consider painting abstract designs, landscapes, or even portraits on miniature canvases. You can also create a gallery wall with multiple small pieces, or use them as decorative elements on shelves or tables.' Diyali Sen Bhalla, DIAC Chairperson. A list of ideas for small canvas formats is provided: abstract art patterns and designs, which are popular and versatile for small canvases; geometric patterns which can be easily executed on a small scale; Nature-inspired works such as painting flowers, trees, sunsets, or seascapes for a calming and familiar subject; celestial bodies where one can paint stars, moons, planets, or galaxies for unique and visually appealing pieces; miniature portraits which captures a person's likeness or facial expression on a small canvas; animal paintings of one's favourite animal or whimsical creatures; quotes and text which combine painting with typography carrying inspirational quotes or short phrases; or miniature landscapes that capture the beauty of Nature on a small scale, like a serene forest scene or a vibrant sunset. Artist John Lovett says that 'once I got started on these small paintings I couldn't stop. They were such a lot of fun - no pressure to produce a masterpiece, just quick, exciting experiments that revealed numerous options I would have otherwise never have considered.' He found it surprising how much detail and subtlety could be packed into a small space. 'Experiments with colour options, texture treatments and composition arrangements could be carried out quickly and effectively,' he says. Talent Record Book celebrates and showcases exceptional talents and remarkable achievements of both individuals and groups from around the world. The platform serves as a hub for talent recognition and inspiration, where individuals and groups alike can share their unique abilities and accomplishments.
