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April 2015
Microsoft is deeply saddened by the devastating events of the Nepal earthquake and we extend our deepest sympathies to all whom have been impacted. We are providing a minimum of $1 million in donations of cash, technology and services to the rescue and recovery effort in Nepal.
This includes an immediate monetary donation to NetHope – a consortium of 40+ international non-governmental organizations that specializes in improving IT connectivity among humanitarian organizations in developing countries and areas affected by disaster – to support the nonprofit’s deployment and response operations.
In addition, we want to help provide people with alternative methods of communication to reach friends and family in the region during this difficult time and therefore, we are making all Skype calls to land lines and mobiles in and out of Nepal free of charge, with immediate effect.
As well, we have activated our internal Microsoft employee Giving web site to encourage and match donations from Microsoft employees to first-responder organizations in the region, including American Red Cross, Direct Relief, International Medical Corps, Mercy Corps and World Vision.
Finally, we are in the midst of direct conversations with government officials, nonprofits and businesses in the region to determine the best deployment of our technology in this time of need and hour by hour, we will continue to assess how our technology and people can help with the rescue and relief efforts in Nepal.
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Donates 10 million Nepalese rupees to help earthquake victims
Promod Manghat, Dy. CEO of UAE Exchange, handing over a cheque for 10 million Nepalese rupees to Dhananjay Jha, Ambassador of Nepal to the UAE, in Dubai. (Supplied)
Help and donations continue to pour in to help grieving Nepali families affected by the deadliest earthquake in eight decades.
Money remittance firm UAE Exchange has waived service fee on remittances to Nepal from all its 750 branches in 32 countries around the world. This facility will be available for a month. The UAE Exchange also offered NPR 10 million (about Dh 365,000) as humanitarian aid to support relief efforts to the quake-hit country, said Promod Manghat, Dy. CEO.
The month-end announcement is likely to help nearly 100,000 Nepali expatriates in the UAE, many of whom are worried about the safety of their families back home. Many ordinary Nepali expatriates have been waiting for their salary day, so as to send money home and such customers will benefit from the free remittance offer.
Speaking at the cheque handover event, Dhananjay Jha, Ambassador of Nepal to the UAE, said, “This earthquake can be counted as one of the worst disasters to happen in Nepal. World has responded overwhelmingly and at good speed. UAE Exchange has been one of the organisations to respond at the earliest. Nepali diaspora shares a strong bond with UAE Exchange, which works closely with them addressing their various financial requirements. This gesture by UAE Exchange is much appreciated and accepted with gratitude by the people of Nepal.”
Money remittance firm UAE Exchange has waived service fee on remittances to Nepal from all its 750 branches in 32 countries around the world. This facility will be available for a month. The UAE Exchange also offered NPR 10 million (about Dh 365,000) as humanitarian aid to support relief efforts to the quake-hit country, said Promod Manghat, Dy. CEO.
The month-end announcement is likely to help nearly 100,000 Nepali expatriates in the UAE, many of whom are worried about the safety of their families back home. Many ordinary Nepali expatriates have been waiting for their salary day, so as to send money home and such customers will benefit from the free remittance offer.
Speaking at the cheque handover event, Dhananjay Jha, Ambassador of Nepal to the UAE, said, “This earthquake can be counted as one of the worst disasters to happen in Nepal. World has responded overwhelmingly and at good speed. UAE Exchange has been one of the organisations to respond at the earliest. Nepali diaspora shares a strong bond with UAE Exchange, which works closely with them addressing their various financial requirements. This gesture by UAE Exchange is much appreciated and accepted with gratitude by the people of Nepal.”
“As a community-sensitive entity, our commitment is to support people in their hour of crisis and Nepal direly needs support at this time. It is in this context that we have waived service fee on remittance services to the diaspora for a period of one month starting April 27,” said Promod Manghat.
Manghat said this service can also be utilised by individuals and humanitarian organisations wishing to send donations to Nepal. It is estimated that there are over 2.2 million Nepalese expatriates across the world.
Handing over a cheque of NPR 10 million to the Ambassador of Nepal, Manghat said that he hoped that the contribution together with the financial support pouring into Nepal from world over will help relief operations and rebuilding of Nepal. “The UAE has always been in the forefront in supporting countries and people affected by natural calamities and we are following in the path shown to us by the rulers of this country that helping communities in need is an imperative for even businesses,” Manghat added.
Manghat said this service can also be utilised by individuals and humanitarian organisations wishing to send donations to Nepal. It is estimated that there are over 2.2 million Nepalese expatriates across the world.
Handing over a cheque of NPR 10 million to the Ambassador of Nepal, Manghat said that he hoped that the contribution together with the financial support pouring into Nepal from world over will help relief operations and rebuilding of Nepal. “The UAE has always been in the forefront in supporting countries and people affected by natural calamities and we are following in the path shown to us by the rulers of this country that helping communities in need is an imperative for even businesses,” Manghat added.
Dubai Municipality’s futuristic video showcases their plans on food safety
Ever wondered what it would be like to eat out in 2020? Dubai Municipality gives you a sneak peek through their futuristic video .
As, Dubai gears to play host to the World Expo 2020, the civic body highlights their work towards setting Dubai on top of the world’s food map.
The 3.30-minute video traces a family of three as they fly into Dubai’s Al Maktoum International Airport on June 2020.
They hop on the Expo Rider, and head to the main centre.
The trio is seen using their smartphone app to decide on which restaurant to dine in based on their grading. Once, the restaurant is selected, they use Makani to show them the directions.
The family is then seen choosing through a touch-screen interface on their table.
The lady then quizzes a waiter about the relevance of the “thumbs-up and grade ‘A’” on their board. He explains how it’s an indication of superior quality, and how the food inspection exercise ensures restaurants constantly review, refine and rebuild their business efficiently.
An inspector also highlights how smart-apps are used to conduct the inspections.
The family checks the ‘Happy Dubai’ meter and gives the restaurant a ‘thumbs up’.
The Dubai Municipality had launched the traffic-light-styled stickers in November last year, which showcased the grading awarded to each restaurant would be put out on display for the public.
“The colour rankings will change depending on each restaurant’s working conditions, and is not reflective of their scores from the inspection,” Bobby Krishna, Principal Food Studies officer at Dubai Municipality had then explained.
160 government departments, private organisations participate in Careers UAE
DEWA to recruit qualified Emiratis who are looking for jobs in the government sector. (FILE)
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has announced 300 new jobs during its participation in Careers UAE 2015, which is being held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, at Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Over 160 government departments and private organisations are participating in Careers UAE, one of the largest recruitment, education, and training events for UAE citizens.
DEWA is participating to recruit qualified Emiratis who are looking for jobs in the government sector. Careers UAE's theme this year is ‘Empowering Nationals,’ and DEWA has allocated 300 jobs in 2015 for Emiratis.
"To achieve the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to promote Emiratisation in government departments and organisations, and to reflect the goals and objectives of the UAE National Agenda to develop the skills of Emiratis, DEWA's strategy is to encourage and stimulate Emiratisation policies. As part of our Emiratisation programme, we have allocated many administrative and technical jobs for new graduates. DEWA has achieved excellent results in Emiratising the workforce with 82.80% of UAE nationals in senior management, 44.48 per cent in middle management, and 33.07 per cent in non-supervisory positions," said Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of DEWA.
"Led by our Emiratisation policy, DEWA participates in annual career fairs and recruitment exhibitions to identify competent Emiratis who want to join government departments and organisations. Careers UAE is the ideal venue for the public and private sectors to meet with UAE Nationals who are seeking job opportunities with them. This contributes to raising the pace of Emiratisation. DEWA provides the opportunity for graduates to apply for work at DEWA, which offers attractive packages, training, and other benefits that Emirati graduates are looking for, to build professional and successful careers," he added.
"DEWA has also launched several educational programmes for Emirati students who wish to continue their studies in the UAE and abroad in mechanical and electrical engineering, and renewable energy," said Dr. Yousef Al Akraf, Executive Vice President of Business Support and Human Resources in DEWA.
DEWA has updated its job application portal on its website to enable applicants to upload their CVs quickly and easily.
Over 160 government departments and private organisations are participating in Careers UAE, one of the largest recruitment, education, and training events for UAE citizens.
DEWA is participating to recruit qualified Emiratis who are looking for jobs in the government sector. Careers UAE's theme this year is ‘Empowering Nationals,’ and DEWA has allocated 300 jobs in 2015 for Emiratis.
"To achieve the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to promote Emiratisation in government departments and organisations, and to reflect the goals and objectives of the UAE National Agenda to develop the skills of Emiratis, DEWA's strategy is to encourage and stimulate Emiratisation policies. As part of our Emiratisation programme, we have allocated many administrative and technical jobs for new graduates. DEWA has achieved excellent results in Emiratising the workforce with 82.80% of UAE nationals in senior management, 44.48 per cent in middle management, and 33.07 per cent in non-supervisory positions," said Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of DEWA.
"Led by our Emiratisation policy, DEWA participates in annual career fairs and recruitment exhibitions to identify competent Emiratis who want to join government departments and organisations. Careers UAE is the ideal venue for the public and private sectors to meet with UAE Nationals who are seeking job opportunities with them. This contributes to raising the pace of Emiratisation. DEWA provides the opportunity for graduates to apply for work at DEWA, which offers attractive packages, training, and other benefits that Emirati graduates are looking for, to build professional and successful careers," he added.
"DEWA has also launched several educational programmes for Emirati students who wish to continue their studies in the UAE and abroad in mechanical and electrical engineering, and renewable energy," said Dr. Yousef Al Akraf, Executive Vice President of Business Support and Human Resources in DEWA.
DEWA has updated its job application portal on its website to enable applicants to upload their CVs quickly and easily.
Dubai — New pedestrian bridges have brought down the number of fatalities, in some cases to even zero, and also reduced accidents by half in “problem areas” in Dubai.
Statistics released by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) indicate that pedestrian fatalities dropped from 9.5 fatalities per 100,000 of population in 2007 to seven fatalities per 100,000 people in 2010 and dropped further in 2014 to its lowest rate of one fatality per 100,000 population.
The authority announced on Saturday that construction work on seven footbridges on six roads will be completed during the first half of 2016.
On Shaikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Road near the labour accommodation in Al Qusais where at least six accidents occurred on an average before 2013, only four have occurred after the construction of overhead bridges. Fatalities were also reduced from two to zero.
Two bridges are being built on Baghdad Street and one bridge each on Al Maktoum Road, Al Mina Street, Amman Road, Baniyas Road and Al Rasheed Road.
The RTA also said that construction work on 22 pedestrian bridges were completed in 2013 and 2014 taking the total number of pedestrian bridges to 107 by 2016.
Mattar Al Tayer, Chairman of the Board and Executive Director of the RTA, said: “The new bridges to be constructed in a number of vital locations are selected in the light of traffic studies based on a number of perimetres such as traffic intensity, number of accidents and fatalities, maximum speed limit, number of lanes, population density on roadsides, distance to the nearest footbridge, location of bus stops, availability of markets and organisations, and locations witnessing high proportion of run-over accidents (Black Points).
“Over the past two years, the RTA constructed 22 footbridges in a number of vital locations including two bridges at Shaikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (one near the Fruits and Vegetables Market, and the other near workers complex at Al Qusais), three bridges at Umm Suqeim and two bridges at each of Al Asayel Road and the First Al Khail Road,” explained Al Tayer.
“The number of pedestrian bridges in Dubai has soared from 14 bridges in 2006 to 74 in 2011 and jumped further to reach 100 bridges by the end of 2014. The number is set to rise further to 107 in mid-2016. These bridges contributed to recording the lowest rate of pedestrian fatalities on Dubai roads over 20 years.
“Pedestrian bridges constructed on five main roads are Shaikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road, Umm Suqeim Road, Al Rebat Road, Al Asayel Road and First Al Khail Road have recorded zero fatality following the installation of footbridges in 2013 and 2014, compared to seven fatalities on those roads before the installation of pedestrian bridges, whereas the number of pedestrian-related accidents on the same roads dropped from 19 to 9,” he said.
ABU DHABI // A search and rescue team left for Nepal on Sunday to help find survivors of the deadly earthquake.
The Ministry of Interior’s team is being led by Lt Col Mohammed Al Ansari, who is also the director of Abu Dhabi Civil Defence.
The call to deploy the UAE team of 88 people was made by Sheikh Saif bin Zayed, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior.
The UAE team will be joined by UN Disaster Assessment and Coordination staff.
“The team is coordinating its international operations urgently, carrying out relief operations in friendly countries and conducting humanitarian missions and field work as part of the UAE’s constant keenness to help people in distress and rescue victims of natural disasters,” Lt Col Al Ansari said.
While in Nepal, the UAE mission will use the latest equipment as they search for survivors, and provide disaster victim identification.
The UAE team, who recently took part in a training exercise where they dealt with a building after an earthquake, had similar missions in Pakistan in 2005, Indonesia in 2006 and 2007, and Afghanistan in 2008.
Emirates Red Crescent will deliver humanitarian aid to those in the areas that have been affected. One ERC group flew with the search team, while another will travel to New Delhi to buy food and medical supplies to be flown to Nepal.
The ERC teams will head to Nepal on the orders of the President, Sheikh Khalifa, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, and Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed, the Ruler’s Representative in the Western Region and Chairman of ERC.
As the support has come in from various countries, so to have the well wishes from various world leaders.
On Saturday, Sheikh Khalifa sent his condolences to Ram Baran Yadav, Nepal’s president, after the disaster struck.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, and Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed also expressed their sympathies.
Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, chairwoman of the General Women’s Union, has donated Dh5 million to provide relief to quake victims.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Saturday night tweeted a warning to citizens to avoid travelling to Nepal.
It also provided contact information for Emiratis who are stuck in Nepal, asking them to contact its operations administrators through the UAE mission in New Delhi.
SMS 'Nepal' to 1012 for Etisalat
To avail of the offer, Etisalat said its customers need to send an SMS 'Nepal' to 1012 and they will instantly be credited with 5 free International minutes to call any number in Nepal.
“We are deeply saddened by the colossal loss to human lives and property caused by the severe earthquake in Nepal.
"As a small gesture during this hour of crisis, we have decided to offer all our prepaid customers 5 minutes of calls to Nepal for free, thus enabling our Nepali customers across UAE to get in touch with their families and friends,” said Khaled Elkhouly, Chief Marketing Officer Etisalat.
Earlier, UAE operator Du said it was giving its Nepalese customers three (3) free minutes to call home and get in touch with their families, following the devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquake in Nepal on April 25.
“Simply dial any number in Nepal before midnight tomorrow, April 27, and the first three minutes of talk time will be free of charge,” Du said in its statement.
“Our customer is at the core of everything we do, and by offering them some additional call time, free of charge, we hope that it will make connecting with their loved ones less stressful in their time of need,” said Ahmed Mokhles, Executive Vice-President, Consumer Business, du. “We send our heartfelt sympathies to all the people in Nepal and the region affected by this tragedy.”
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