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‘Dewa ensures sustainability of water resources’

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March 22, 2022

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Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (Dewa), said Dewa works to continue developing a world-class infrastructure that keeps pace with the growing demand on electricity and water in Dubai.

In a statement marking World Water Day, Al Tayer said that Dewa provides services according to the highest international standards for more than a million customers in Dubai.

“We ensure the sustainability of water resources in accordance with the Integrated Strategy for Water Resources Management in Dubai, which focuses on improving water resources, reducing consumption, and using the latest technologies and innovative solutions. These include reducing 30 per cent of water consumption by 2030,” he added.

“The total production capacity of water at Dewa has reached 490 million imperial gallons per day (MIGD), including 63 MIGD using Reverse Osmosis at the Jebel Ali Power Plant and Water Desalination Complex, which is one of the key pillars for supplying Dubai with electricity and water services.

“We strive to reach 100 per cent of the produced water using a mix of clean energy, renewable energy, and waste heat by 2030. Dewa recorded an international achievement by receiving the lowest water levelised tariff of US$0.277 per cubic metre for its 120 MIGD Hassyan Sea Water Reverse Osmosis Plant. The project will be completed in 2024.”

Al Tayer added, “We are currently working on an Aquifer Storage & Recovery Scheme, the largest of its kind globally, where excess water is stored in aquifers and pumped back into the water network when needed. Dewa is building a 120 MIG reservoir in Al Nakhali and another 60 MIG reservoir in Al Lusaily. We continue to develop proactive and innovative solutions using our advanced smart grid and the latest Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies to increase efficiency and reduce consumption. Dewa has completed installing more than two million smart metres for electricity and water in Dubai to enable customers to monitor, manage and control consumption proactively and digitally.”

He noted that smart and integrated systems used to manage all Dewa’s facilities and services help increase operational capacity and reduce network losses of transmission and distribution water networks, which dropped from 42 per cent in 1988 to 5.3 per cent in 2021, the lowest percentage worldwide.

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Dubai-India travel: Security procedures triggered for Emirates flight following bomb threat email, flight lands safely

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December 5, 2025

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Authorities at Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport activated full emergency protocols on Friday after receiving a bomb threat email linked to Emirates flight EK526 travelling from Dubai (DXB) to Hyderabad (HYD).

According to GMR officials, the threat email landed in the airport’s customer support inbox around 7.30am on December 5. Despite the alert, the flight continued under strict monitoring and landed safely at 8.30am.

Once on the ground, the aircraft was immediately moved to an isolated bay. Passengers were safely deboarded, and security te

ams carried out standard bomb threat checks. Investigations are currently underway.

Emirates confirmed the incident in a statement to local media, saying authorities had alerted them to a “potential security threat” to EK526.
“All standard security procedures were implemented by the relevant local authorities with full co-operation from Emirates’ ground teams,” the airline said, adding that “the safety and well-being of passengers and crew remain the highest priority.”

Authorities say all threats are being investigated, and extra security measures remain in place at the airport.

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Driving through Abu Dhabi this week? Here are the road closures you need to know about

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December 5, 2025

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Abu Dhabi motorists can expect some delays over the next few days, with the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) announcing a series of partial road closures across key routes in the capital. Drivers are being urged to plan, allow extra travel time, and follow diversions to avoid congestion.

Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Street

A major set of phased lane closures will take place near Sheikh Zayed Bridge from Tuesday, December 9 to Monday, December 22, 2025.

Three left lanes will be closed from 12am on December 9 until 10pm on December 15.
Two right lanes will then shut from 10pm on December 15 until 6am on December 22.

Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak Street

Another temporary closure is scheduled on Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak Street from 5pm on December 5 until 5am on December 8.

Authorities explained that these restrictions are part of ongoing road enhancement projects designed to improve traffic flow and safety across the city. Motorists are encouraged to use alternative routes wherever possible during the maintenance period.

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Sharjah Police give deadline to remove National Day stickers, or face fines

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December 5, 2025

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If your car is still sporting National Day decals, it’s time to take them off. Sharjah Police have announced that all vehicle owners must remove their UAE National Day celebration stickers by Saturday, December 6, and those who miss the deadline will face violations.

The reminder follows a crackdown during the 54th Eid Al Etihad celebrations, where authorities impounded 106 vehicles and nine motorbikes for dangerous and irresponsible behaviour on the roads.

According to Sharjah Police, the violations included:

Creating loud noise and disturbing residents
Driving recklessly and endangering others
Operating vehicles without a valid licence

Police officials urged motorists to celebrate responsibly and avoid turning festivities into safety risks.

However, there has been a shift in decorating trends this year. Many residents opted for cleaner, simpler, more elegant designs to showcase their UAE pride ahead of the long weekend, and demand for custom decals surged.

Authorities are now urging residents to ensure all celebratory stickers and decorations are removed by the set deadline to keep roads safe and avoid penalties.