Afkar Ali Ahmed

Trailer damages bridge in Sharjah

SHARJAH — A Dubai-bound trailer transporting a crane truck got stuck under the Al Hadeeb Bridge 2 in Sharjah Industrial Area No 3, causing damage to the bridge. The incident, which took place at 9am, also resulted in a traffic jam for almost two hours.

Sharjah gas directorate moves to new premises

SHARJAH — The Directorate-General of Natural Gas Distribution has shifted from Al Muraijah area to its new premises in Alliah area, opposite the Alliah Electricity and Desalination Plant and Zulal Water Company.

Chronicler of the 'healthy' growth

AJMAN — Dr. Mohammed Attia Abu Obaid has seen Ajman grow from close quarters. The Palestinian has been living in the UAE, mostly in Ajman, for over 27 years now.

Indian worker found hanging

SHARJAH — An Indian worker was found hanging from a ceiling fan in his room in a labour camp in Sharjah's Industrial Area No 15. The police said that it looked like a case of suicide.

Dh200m for Ajman road projects

AJMAN — The Ajman Municipality has allocated Dh200 million for road construction and improvement projects that will be carried out in all parts of the emirate.

Parity in salary hike wins praise

SHARJAH — Government employees in Sharjah have lauded the decision taken by His Highness Dr Shaikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, to implement a 30 per cent increase in the salaries of all national and non-national employees at Sharjah government departments.

Sharjah Police privatise registration of vehicles

SHARJAH — Sharjah Police has privatised registration and issuance of new number plates, it was announced yesterday. Earlier, the service was provided to the public by the Department of Traffic and Licence.

Two killed, three hurt in Sharjah accident

SHARJAH — Two persons were killed and three seriously injured when they were run over by a speeding vehicle early yesterday on Ibrahim Al Midffa Road near Etisalat Tower.

Erring water firms risk closure

AJMAN — Strict measures are being taken to ensure implementation of healthy and hygienic standards by Ajman-based water packaging and water desalination companies.