“I have had long-standing relations with a lot of my brands but Joy Alukkas is definitely one of the longest I have had,” said one of Bollywood’s leading actors Kajol Devgan, at the launch of Spreading Joy: How Joy Alukkas became the World’s Favourite Jeweller, the autobiography of the successful businessman from Kerala Joy Alukkas, at the 42nd Sharjah International Book Fair which has the theme “We Speak Books”. The jewellery group, which Alukkas set up with scarce capital in Abu Dhabi and Dubai in the 1980s, had several challenges before it had its present multinational reach. The book not…
Author: Kashan Tumsil
A prominent figure in the international start-up ecosystem, Ankur Warikoo, is renowned for his profound influence on aspiring entrepreneurs, and he was at the ongoing Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2023) to inspire and encourage the UAE’s vibrant community of aspiring founders. At an enlightening discussion, moderated by Reema Mahajan Gupta, founder of Indian Women in Dubai, Warikoo spoke at length about entrepreneurship and personal growth. Chronicling his personal journey, Warikoo highlighted the challenges and triumphs he encountered along the path to success, and offered practical advice on attaining success through resilience, perseverance, and an unwavering belief in one’s capabilities.…
Kalimat Foundation (KF) recently participated as the Knowledge Expert in the “Tanween Mega Challenge: Design Solutions for Refugees” organised by the King Abdulaziz Global Cultural Center “Ithra” in Saudi Arabia from November 1-4, aiming to guide and direct innovators and creators participating in the challenge to offer solutions and ideas to improve the quality of life for refugees worldwide by providing sustainable knowledge and education resources. Tanween Mega Challenge The Tanween challenges serve as the flagship initiative of “Ithra”, the largest creativity platform in Saudi Arabia. They offer an ideal opportunity for emerging creatives and experienced professionals to collaborate with…
A colourful array of Manga characters stare down at every curious visitor as well as diehard fans as they amble past the Manga Arabia stall at the ongoing Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2023). A new entrant in SIBF’s extensive list of exhibitors, Manga Arabia, a subsidiary of the Saudi Research and Media Group (SRMG), is the Middle Eastern cousin of the manga comics that originated from Japan in the late 19th century. However, in a big jump from the original graphic comics with its distinctive sketches in black and white, Manga Arabia has chosen to adorn its pages…
An internationally acclaimed journalist and an AI instructor got together on Saturday at the 42nd Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) to discuss the advancements in AI and how it is quickly shaping the modern world. The Washington Post columnist Taylor Lorenz and AI researcher Yasmin AlRawi spoke at length about AI, fake news and social media, blockchain technology and the emergence of Web 3.0 while examining the ethical implications of these developments as part of a panel discussion moderated by Alya Al Mansoori. Delving deep into the multifaceted aspects of AI and technology and exploring the potential benefits and risks…
The ongoing 42nd edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), recently organised a discussion titled ‘Social Service: The Way to Guarantee Happiness for Senior Citizens’, to deliberate on the pivotal role of social service in enhancing the quality of life for senior citizens. Moderated by Dr. Walaa El-Said, the talk brought together eminent speakers and intellectuals, who underlined the need for community engagement, the impact of social programmes, and the crucial role of public and private sectors in fostering societal well-being. The discussion highlighted the intrinsic link between social service and individual contentment, emphasising the imperative need for a…
Children queued excitedly to attend a Hydraulics Lift workshop at the ongoing 42nd edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair, where activities are taking place from 1-12 November at the Sharjah Expo Center. After being introduced to the fascinating science behind the workings of elevators and how cars are lifted and taken from one place to another, young attendees delved into building their own mini hydraulic machines at the creative workshop. “We are introducing this concept of hydraulics for the first time at the book fair. We felt this is the right place to do this as it…
Kadim Al Sahir, renowned as the ‘Caesar of Arabic music,’ offered a wealth of inspiring insights into his professional and personal journey during a panel discussion at the 42nd edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair. He stated that his early love for reading ignited a deep passion for the Arabic language, enabling him to craft music that has touched people’s lives across the globe. At the onset of the session, part of SIBF’s ‘Music and Literature’ programme, the Iraqi superstar lauded Sharjah’s efforts in the cultural domain, saying, “As long as there are efforts like the ones carried…
Sharjah: Sheikh Humaid bin Khalid Al Qasimi, launched the One Word Book Club, an innovative reading project of the Malaibar Foundation, which operates as the center of Markaz Knowledge City.One Word Book Club launched by Sheikh Humaid Bin Khalid Al Qasimi Abdul Latif Mustafa Alhadi, Sharjah Police, His Excellency Ali Al-Mazem Director General of the Private Office of Sheikh Humaid bin Khalid Al Qasimi Mr. Omar Al-Aseeri Deputy Director General of the Private Office of Sheikh Humaid bin Khalid Al Qasimi,Abdul Latif Al-Qadi Private consultant, Ubaidullah Saqafi, CEO of Markaz Global Council, and,Salam Pappinissery (CEO Yab Legal Services) PTA Abdul…
Passion for reading pervades the air at the 42nd edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), as visitors of all nationalities, age groups, are reaching eagerly for their favourite books, while also discovering new releases and all-time classics from amongst an exhaustive collection of 1.5 million titles that are on display by 2,033 publishers who have gathered in Sharjah from 109 countries worldwide.