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Sultan bin Ahmed honours Shams Arabic Content Award winners

Sharjah, February 10: Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Sharjah Media Council, attended the ceremony to honour the winners of the Shams Awards for Arabic Content, held at the headquarters of Sharjah Media City.

Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival crowns winners of Startup Pitch Competition

Sharjah, February 2: The eighth edition of the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF) 2025 celebrated innovation and growth in the region's startup ecosystem with the announcement of the SEF x 1 Tank Startup Pitch Competition winners on the first day of the festival. The competition awarded AED 200,000 in cash prizes, along with the opportunity to access up to AED 500,000 in investment opportunities.

ILT20 Season 3: Sharjah Warriorz take on ADKR with playoffs spot on line

Sharjah, Jan 29: Hoping to clinch a place in the playoffs, Sharjah Warriorz take on Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in a must-win encounter of the ILT20 Season 3 at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium here on Thursday. The high-intensity clash will answer many questions in the run-up to the final stages of the tournament.

Sharjah Chamber launches 'Business Impact' podcast at ACRES 2025

Sharjah, January 29: The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) announced the launch of the "Business Impact" Podcast during the Sharjah Real Estate Exhibition "ACRES 2025", organised by the Chamber in collaboration with the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department (SRERD) from 22nd to 25th January.

ILT20 2024-25: Tom Alsop eyes playoff spot for Gulf Giants after match-winning knock

Sharjah, Jan 27: Gulf Giants secured their third win of the ILT20 2024-25 campaign after clinching a thrilling six-wicket win against the Sharjah Warriorz courtesy of a match-winning knock from Tom Alsop. This is the second consecutive win this season for the Adani Sportsline-owned franchise and gives the team a significant boost toward their quest for the playoffs.

Sharjah Public Libraries celebrates centenary

Sharja: h [UAE] January 22 (ANI/WAM): Under the directive of Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, and the supervision of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), the emirate is set to commemorate 100 years of cultural and intellectual contributions through the centennial celebration of its Sharjah Public Libraries (SPL), with year-long activities and events.

UAE: Sharjah Crown Prince chairs Executive Council meeting

Sharjah, January 21: Sharjah Executive Council (SEC) held its regular meeting, chaired by Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, and Chairman of the Executive Council, in the presence of Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, Deputy Chairman of the Executive Council on Tuesday at the Ruler's Office.

Avishka Fernando's record-breaking fifty powers Sharjah Warriorz to victory over Dubai Capitals

Dubai, January 18: Avishka Fernando electrified the Sharjah Cricket Stadium with a blistering inning, leading the Warriorz to a record-breaking chase in International League T20 (ILT20) history. Chasing 202 against the Dubai Capitals, Fernando smashed an extraordinary 81 runs off just 27 balls, reaching his half-century in a record-breaking 16 balls--the fastest in the tournament's history, a release from the league said.

Sultan bin Ahmed receives 'e&' delegation

Sharjah, January 11: Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of Sharjah Communication Technologies Authority, received Masood M. Sharif Mahmood, Chief Executive Officer, e& UAE, and his accompanying delegation at his office.