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Oman Implements Arab World’s First Liquefied Hydrogen Project

Oman Implements Arab World’s First Liquefied Hydrogen Project

The country aims to become a global exporter of clean energy Oman is working to…

Dubai Airports Launch Mobile Passport Control
Dubai Airports Launch Mobile Passport Control

The process of entering and leaving the country now takes around 12 seconds A new…

Iran Develops Device for More Accurate Monitoring of Anaesthetic Depth
Iran Develops Device for More Accurate Monitoring of Anaesthetic Depth

The system enables doctors to track impending changes in a patient’s level of consciousness Iran…

UAE Approves First Oral Treatment for Non-Segmental Vitiligo
UAE Approves First Oral Treatment for Non-Segmental Vitiligo

New regulatory decision allows eligible adults and adolescents aged 12 and over to receive a…

UAE Advances Healthcare With AI and Digital Technologies

UAE Advances Healthcare With AI and Digital Technologies

These technologies help doctors respond more quickly, make more accurate diagnoses and treat conditions more effectively The United Arab Emirates’ healthcare system is making greater use of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies. This was reported by Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. In Abu Dhabi, AI-powered systems are being used to analyse mammograms. Algorithms help to identify changes in tissue structure that may indicate pathological processes. Smart wards equipped with contactless sensors are being introduced in the emirate’s…

Iran Links Agricultural and Water Data Systems to Improve Resource Use

Iran Links Agricultural and Water Data Systems to Improve Resource Use

The initiative will connect information on water resources, farmers and cropping patterns to support more efficient water management Iran is preparing to connect agricultural production and cropping pattern systems with water resource databases to improve water use and determine consumption volumes for individual farmers, according to the Ministry of Agriculture. This was reported by Tehran Times, a partner of TV BRICS. The first stage will involve linking the system of the Ministry of Energy, which contains data on water resources, with…

10th International Iran Renewable Energy Conference and Exhibition Concludes in Tehran

10th International Iran Renewable Energy Conference and Exhibition Concludes in Tehran

Iran Identifies New Priorities for the Development of Renewable Energy The 10th International Iran Renewable Energy Conference and Exhibition (IRAN REC 2026) has concluded in Tehran. The event brought together government officials, investors, representatives of the private sector and academia. The TV BRICS International Media Network acted as the forum’s information partner. The central topics of the business programme included the development of the green electricity market and further improvement of electricity trading mechanisms, the participation of industry in the…

Dubai Introduces AI-Powered System for Faster Household Water Quality Testing

Dubai Introduces AI-Powered System for Faster Household Water Quality Testing

The new technology enables earlier detection of bacterial contamination and strengthens public health protection across the emirate Dubai Municipality has introduced an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered system to improve household water quality testing, enabling the early and accurate detection of bacterial contamination, including Legionella and Escherichia coli (E. coli). According to the municipality, the upgraded service enhances laboratory capabilities and supports the protection of public health, reports Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. The expanded testing system now…

UAE Launches Passenger Rail Network That Connects All Emirates

UAE Launches Passenger Rail Network That Connects All Emirates

The network will link 11 cities and regions across the UAE and relieve pressure on the roads, offering an affordable and comfortable alternative A national passenger rail network has come into operation in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The first journey departed from the emirate of Fujairah to the emirate of Abu Dhabi, reports Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. The arrival of the first train from Fujairah station at Mohamed bin Zayed City station in Abu…

Solar Energy

Iran Develops Mobile Water Purification Unit Powered by Solar Energy

This project, the first of its kind in the country, has won a national social innovation competition Iranian engineers have developed a mobile water purification unit that operates without being connected to the mains electricity supply or the water mains. The invention can be used in remote areas with underdeveloped infrastructure, as well as in emergency situations. This was reported by Mehr News Agency, a partner of TV BRICS. Following several stages of evaluation, the project was recognised as the…

Dubai

Dubai’s Green Initiative Provides 62,000 Megawatt-Hours to Boost Sustainable Mobility

The initiative has enabled electric vehicles in the country to travel more than 310 million kilometres The Green Charger Initiative, launched by the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), has become a cornerstone for accelerating the transition to sustainable mobility and consolidating Dubai’s position as one of the world’s leading cities in the green economy and smart infrastructure. Since its launch in 2014, the initiative has achieved outstanding results: it has supplied over 62,000 megawatt-hours of electricity, enabling electric vehicles…

Dubai Launches Advanced Genomics Laboratory to Detect Foodborne Viruses

Dubai Launches Advanced Genomics Laboratory to Detect Foodborne Viruses

New high-tech facility uses cutting-edge genetic analysis to strengthen food safety and public health protection Dubai Municipality has launched a pioneering genomics laboratory designed to detect foodborne viruses using advanced genetic technologies, marking the first facility of its kind in the United Arab Emirates, reports Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. The new laboratory, named ViruGenetics, represents a major step in strengthening food safety systems and enhancing the emirate’s public health monitoring capabilities through cutting-edge scientific innovation.…

UAE Develops AI-Powered Multilingual Sign Language Translator

UAE Develops AI-Powered Multilingual Sign Language Translator

The application helps people with hearing impairments communicate, study, and work by removing language barriers Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has obtained a patent for an application that translates sign language into text and back using artificial intelligence (AI). The development enables people with hearing impairments from different countries to communicate in real time. This was reported by the Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. The programme converts gestures into written words and transforms typed text into animated…

Dubai Flights Halted, South Africans Urged to Avoid Middle East Travel Emirates

Dubai Flights Halted, South Africans Urged to Avoid Middle East Travel

Airline giant Emirates has temporarily suspended all flights to and from Dubai, warning passengers not to travel to the airport as authorities assess a rapidly evolving security situation in the region. In a statement posted on the airline’s official X account under the heading “Operational Update”, the carrier confirmed that all flights have been halted until further notice. “All flights to and from Dubai have been temporarily suspended. Please do not go to the airport,” the airline said. “The safety…

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