Apr 10: The UAE reported 331 new coronavirus cases - through extensive testing - and two deaths late Thursday night.
The UAE conducted over 40,000 coronavirus tests over the past two days across various segments of society, including citizens and residents, using latest state-of-the-art-technology in line with the Ministry of Health and Prevention's plans to intensify Covid-19 screenings to contain the spread of the virus.
The Ministry also revealed that two patients suffering from Covid-19, an Asian national and an Arab, had died due to complications caused by the virus. Both of the deceased had prior chronic illnesses. The total number of deaths has now reached 14.
UAE announced on Thursday that places of worship will be closed in the country until further notice - amid the coronavirus situation. Authorities decided to extend the closure of mosques, churches and other places of worship in the UAE until further notice for the safety of community members, Wam reported. The measure has been taken to prevent the spread of Covid-19 in the country.
The decision was taken in coordination with the National Authority for Emergency and Disaster Management, the General Authority for Islamic Affairs and Endowments, federal, local religious bodies and health authorities in the state.
Residents face deportation for breaking rules
People who repeatedly flout 'stay at home' measures and endanger others' lives are inviting harsh punishments including deportation, a senior police officer has said.
"The UAE's Attorney-General has already announced the fines and punishments for breaking rules on social distancing and curfew restrictions. Repeated offenders or those who commit crimes that have a 'snowball' effect on the society will be fined, jailed and deported at the end of their term," said Col Saeed Al Hajeri, head of the Cyber Crime Department at Dubai Police, in an exclusive interview with Khaleej Times.
Al Hajeri said the Dubai police are tightening the noose against violators by resorting to 'naming and shaming' them.
The officer said 'reckless residents' will face serious consequences as they are not allowing the government to serve the people.i.
Movement permit not to be misused
The officer said residents should not misuse the movement permit introduced by the Dubai Police and those who go out without a permit will be fined on their Emirates ID. Al Hajeri said they expect residents to be highly responsible. "Those who are exempted from taking movement permit can use the company letter to go to work but not for other purposes. You cannot fool the system by obtaining a permit for buying medicine and then going out to visit your sister or brother."
Social media as a double-edged sword
Warning people against circulating rumours and videos mocking authorities, the he said people should instead use the time to be productive or creative.
"We encourage people to use this time to learn new skills and not create scams and endanger the society. This is a difficult time and it will pass. What is more important is what you gain out of this."
Col Al Hajeri said the Dubai Police are aware that many people are using social media as a positive tool and encourage them. "We encourage that, and want people to use social media for positive messaging, to spread awareness about personal hygiene, social distancing and various precautions to be followed."
13 new drive-through coronavirus test centres open across UAE
Thirteen new drive-through testing facilities for Covid-19 have been opened across the UAE over the recent days. The Abu Dhabi Media Office on Thursday reported that under the directives of His Highness Sheikkh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, 13 additional Covid-19 drive-through testing facilities were opened in 10 days, in addition to the centre previously opened in Zayed Sports City in AbuDhabi.
According to authorities, more than 12,000 people have been tested since the centres opened .
The examination process begins by booking an appointment in advance by calling the 8001717 Estijaba centre, or through the SEHA smart application, for an initial assessment.
Priority will be given to those with symptoms, senior citizens, pregnant women and those who suffer from chronic diseases.
Precautionary examinations costs Dh370, and payment will be done electronically through the SEHA application.
50,000 workers to be screened in a month
A massive initiative has been launched by healthcare provider Right Health and Al Futtaim Health's HealthHub to screen 50,000 workers for Covid-19 within a month.
Out of the 58 facilities across the UAE, 33 primary health centres of the Right Health are located at the workers' accommodation areas in Jebel Ali, Sonapur and Al Qouz.
"We will be working with businesses across the UAE to ensure their workforces stay safe and healthy. It is essential that private healthcare providers do everything they can to support the government's efforts to combat the Covid-19 pandemic. The objective of this campaign is to screen as many people as possible.
Crime falls by 96% in Sharjah
A massive drop in crimes has been observed in Sharjah after the implementation of Covid-19 precautionary measures. The crime rate has declined by 96 per cent, according to the Sharjah Police. Only 48 cases were reported in the emirate during this period compared to 717 cases registered last year.
Dispose of masks, gloves safely, say police
Motorists caught throwing face masks and gloves out of their vehicle windows will be fined Dh1,000 and six black points will be registered against their driving licences, the police have warned. The Abu Dhabi Police on Thursday said some people have been throwing used masks and gloves out of the car windows, violating traffic laws. "The masks and gloves pose a threat to public health and the environment. They may have been contaminated and lead to the spread of diseases," the police said in a statement. The police also noted that adhering to precautionary measures that prevent the spread of communicable diseases is everyone's responsibility.
Medical experts explain UAE's high Covid-19 recovery and low death rates
Compared to global rates of Covid-19, the UAE has been showing very high recovery and very low death rates.
According to statistics made available on the World O Meter, the Covid-19 death rate in the UAE is only 0.5 per cent of the total 2,659 infected.
Khaleej Times reached out to UAE doctors and medical experts who have attributed this phenomenon to the UAE's high healthcare standards, the country's predominant younger population, and residents' compliance to the Stay at Home guidelines.
'UAE age structure plays a role'
However, Dr Standford said: "Although death occurs at all ages, there is a predominance of the elderly. The age structure in the UAE is completely different from most countries outside the GCC as there is a predominance of young expatriates here under work permits.
He added: "Most (expatriates) will leave the country by the age of 60. There is therefore only 1.5 per cent of residents aged 65 or more. Compare this with a country like the UK where the equivalent number is 18.2 per cent."
Early intervention
Dr Jacob Cherian, specialist internal medicine, Medcare Medical Centre Marina and medical director for Medcare Medical Centres, attributed early intervention and intensive testing as one of the main reasons for the UAE's faster recovery rates.
"Compared to other countries, the UAE adopted early intervention measures. The UAE closed schools and limited social gatherings when there were hardly any cases," he said. Compliance from residents and a relatively younger and healthier population are other reasons for the lower death rates and high recovery rates, according to Dr Jacob.
Pakistan extends suspension flight operations till April 21
The Pakistan government has extended the suspension of domestic and international flight operations in the country until April 21 in a bid to contain the coronavirus spread, said a notification issued by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).
In its last notification, the CAA had said that diplomatic, special/cargo flights and flights of national carrier to/from Pakistan holding special approval from the competent authority for transporting stranded passengers would be exempted from the ban.
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Looks fishy
Not a single women present and these people discuss about talaq
Does women's not allowed in Sheria??
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When the foolish one speaks, do not reply to him, for better than a response (to him) is silence, and if you speak to him you have aided him, and if you left him (with no reply) in extreme sadness he dies.
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Dear Brother Naren Kotian,
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Let me tell you why. You see Brother Naren , you aren't born without a reason. There is a reason why you are created. You are nothing but a 'number of days' . As each day passes , you approach something that no body could deny ie \DEATH\". All rich/poor/powerful/rulers everyone is dead now. Of which some names we know and billions we don't.
Listen to me carefully now. This could be a turning point for you and rethink your own opinions.
The Creator whom you call Brahma, Has created you to worship Him. He will call you back on the Judgement Day. He will hold you accountable for all your good deeds/bad deeds. He will ask you if you have fulfilled the duties He commanded you to do. He will then reward you with Paradise for you can live eternally/ punish you in Fire.
If this message looks strange, please read all religious Scriptures. Every religious Scripture has these things in common:
1. One God 2. Life is to Worship Him Alone 3. Judgement Day.
As a well wisher , I would wish that Brahma whom Muslims call Allah (Arabic), give you guidance and grant you Paradise.
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you do not put your nose in Muslims personal things they are stornger than your bungy parivar. you even can not live in your own country with your own Parivar govt is rulling. Very sad your Bangy parivar can not support you. And you also can not publish your real name and face to any indian. Better you stay in Singapur. I am very sad that in Singapoor BURNAL is not available but do not worry buy Tiger Bam and apply. ok take care do not take Tension. Bungy Parivar wale be bahuth tension me hay.
Excellent gathering. Nice to see all the ulemas and leaders of different groups who have come under one platform to oppose the interference of the government. This is highly laudable of the Muslim Central committee President along with all the office bearers and members who worked relentlessly to get everyone on board. A gathering of 50000 people is hugely commendable and hope we Muslim brothers will always gather to oppose any decision which is against our Sharia and also unite against terrorism and come together to help our brother and sisters in distress. India is our country and no one can tell us to leave our country as we will not and shall unite always as we have shown yesterday. I had sometime back read in an article what was the Central committee doing etc etc. This is a very big achievement by them Kudos to them and I hope we all unite and be united.
#8 NAREN, YOUR APPRECIATEABLE HINDU PROUD DOING HARDWORKS IS NOT GOING TO BE ABLE TO COMPARATIVE TO ANY MUSCLE MAN. THANKYOU M I S T E R.( THIS MR. IS LIKE HOW MODI READ M R S IN SRI LANKA )
@naren b4 you point fingers at islam frist try to understand hindusim. then you come back to talk abt islam in hindu script itself say there is one god and god hve no image what your book VEDA says read it hope you read sanskrit
IN VEDA IT MENTIONED
Mr Nareen kotian better to settle in SINGAPORE. dont come back to india INSHA ALLAH after MODI loses his seat, no one will adopt you
Naren study islam, you will get benefit. leave the ego and try to get heaven or clean your heart. if you bark islam wioll lose nothing.. islam is peace. RSS or your father trump bandru islamannu alugaadisalu saadiyavilla adella nimma bare brame maatra...
I am sure that friend of Devil, Kotian from Thigh Land will not be able to digest this and will be admitted to hospital due to lose motion. In case he needs blood, please inform us and we Muslims will donate blood to you on humanity ground. Though you may be friend of devil you are human first and we will help you.
Naren
yesterday Many of your chaddi goons bought burnal from medical stores. Hope you also applied.
Ma Sha Allah.. Nice to see such gathering.. May Allah unite us forever.
No hatred speech on any religion even after having such a huge crowd..this is called Islam!!
@Shaff you said what i was willing to say.. Even i kindly request admin of this web not to loose your viewers by posting such comments.
Naren, you are talking as if India is your father's property....
Go and train your gunda bajrangies, Ramsena, yuva sena etc (they are all drunkards and terrorists) to follow your morals and ethics...we Muslims do not need your suggestions.....
Do not interfere with our religion and faith....shut your mouth and keep quiet....
Masha Allah, Nice gathering, nice function , alhamdulilalh for being united all muslims nice to see it.
Here I would like to request all reader that please no one will reply to NAREN KOTIAN comments. Just ignore him
Mr.Naren Kotian, don't know why I feel like insha Allah soon you will be going to change your religion.
Well organised function. Well deceplined function. No one spoke against any religion. A true message from true relegous people.
Masha allah
Whenever there is disunity..Muslims will suffer problem...Be united...stop factionalism
hahaha this rally itself is dabba ... allow women to sit next to mullahs ... why there is no burqas ? this community wants all benefits from india ..and when we ask them to follow universal rule .. they start lecturing ... perfect anthe kumda ,... ivara perfect manual odi , crimes mado jana na nodidre gottagatte , entha ide antha book nalli ... first teach your kids morals and address crimes ... sumne gaddaa bitkondu , hennu maklige burqa haaksi ... banni namma dharmakke 4 options ide and 72 mele bere options ide ... annodu bidi ...
If you go back the history In 1974 Congress did the Nasbandi and Turkman gate scandal particularly control the Muslim population ended up with Emergency and thrown the Regime of Congress out of power and again it tried in 1985 Shah Banu case and failed keep the power at Center and now the Shang Pariwar ( BJP+) back again with same old agenda with new theory to demolish Muslim personal Law but these major political power house forget that once it touched the issue of Muslims either Sharia law or Babri Masjid the result is ended up with Musilm Unity. So the time is back again to show the unity .. Jai Hind Jai Muslim
Mashaallah. Thanks to all muslim scholars to attend this occasion. We have to forget all our differences and unite together when somebody want to target our religion. This is the beginning to show our solidarity. Keep it up.
Masha Allah feel very happy to see all Muslim Umma under one roof Allah bless all of them who joined today and not able to join them as well
Upload more pic and video. Tnx
Mash allah good gathering and united Muslims under the banner of protection of Islamic shariah. If we unite we can stand and we can face any type of challenges facing our community.
Congratulations to Muslim central committee and all participated Muslim scholars and NGOs.
Masha Allah...Nice to see you all in one stage.
Masha Allah, good gathering, Appreciate Muslim Committee's hard work and effotts to bring our community under one umbrealla. May Allah keep us united forever.
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