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Benoy P. Jacob

Articles by Benoy P. Jacob

Supreme Court Overturns 1967 Order Denying Minority Status to Aligarh Muslim University; New Bench to Decide

New Delhi: In a 4:3 decision, a seven-judge Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court on Friday overruled its 1967 judgment, which had held that Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), being a central varsity, cannot claim to be a minority institution. “The view taken in the 1967 Azeez Basha case that a minority does not establish an

Dubai Introduces Sustainable Floating Fire Station

The floating fire station is designed to provide rapid response to maritime incidents while minimizing its environmental impact. Dubai has unveiled the region’s first sustainable floating fire station, a collaborative effort between Dubai Civil Defence and Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA). Strategically located on Dubai Creek, this facility is set to revolutionize emergency response times and environmental stewardship

Middle East Weekly Round Up

FedEx Opens Advanced Sustainable Logistics Hub in Dubai Boosting the UAE’s Green Economy Goals, FedEx Express has unveiled a cutting-edge logistics hub at Dubai World Central (DWC) Airport. It is aligned with sustainability goals and represents a $350 million investment into the UAE’s economy. Inaugurated by prominent leaders from Dubai and FedEx, the facility emphasizes green technology, including

Tokenized Carbon Credits To Power $100 Billion Market By 2030

In the fight against climate change, the technology of tokenization of carbon credit is poised to create a more transparent, efficient, and accessible carbon credit market, according to a new report by PwC Middle East. The report highlights carbon credit tokenisation through the initiatives of Fils, a leading digital infrastructure provider in the Middle East, as a key player in this emerging space.

Barakah Nuclear Plant Refinancing Gets ESG Loan Deal of the Year

In a significant recognition of sustainable finance, the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant’s AED 8.89 billion ($2.42 billion) refinancing has been awarded the ESG Loan Deal of the Year at the Bonds, Loans & Sukuk Middle East Awards. This landmark deal was orchestrated by Barakah One Company, a subsidiary of the Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC), with

Middle East Doubles Renewable Energy Capacity: Iran and UAE Lead

The Middle East has more than doubled its renewable energy capacity over the past decade, according to the latest data from the International Renewable Energy Agency (Irena). The region’s capacity has increased from just under 16 gigawatts in 2014 to over 35 gigawatts by 2023, with Iran and the UAE taking prominent roles in this