Afkar Ali Ahmed

Woman dies after being knocked down by a car

SHARJAH — A 35-year-old Ethiopian woman died instantaneously after being knocked down on Al Wahda Street by a black Mercedes car being driven 32-year-old Omar M.S, and Arab national, according to the police.

Three hurt as trucks collide

SHARJAH — Three Indian drivers were seriously injured when their trucks collided at the third intersection of Sharjah Emirates Ring Road yesterday.

Amnesty period will not be extended: Official

SHARJAH — With less than three weeks left for the amnesty period to end, Director-General of Naturalisation and Residency Department (NRD) in the Ministry of Interior in Abu Dhabi, Brigadier Mohammed Salim bin Awaida Al Khaili, stated that the amnesty period will not be extended.

Ajman forensic lab to be inaugurated by year-end

AJMAN — Since its inception in July 2006, the Ajman Forensic Laboratory has handled 52 forensic cases, of which 44 were death-related investigations. Nearly 13 per cent of cases were pertaining to criminal acts.

Meeting at Dubai mosque today

DUBAI — A function will be held this evening at the Nasser bin Lootah Mosque in Nad Al Hamr after Maghreb prayer to celebrate Israa Wal Mairaj.

E-surveillance a must for all banks in Ajman

AJMAN — It will soon become mandatory for all banks in the emirate of Ajman to be connected to the electronic surveillance system of Ajman Police. The move is aimed at ensuring safety and security in bank establishments.

Sharjah action to curb water wastage

SHARJAH — The Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority (Sewa) and the Sharjah Municipality will conduct a joint inspection campaign next week in order to curb water wastage in residential, commercial and industrial areas in the emirate.