Thumbay Labs, myAlfred team up to improve diagnostic solution access for InsuranceMarket.ae clients
UAE (Press Releas): Thumbay Labs, UAE’s leading healthcare diagnostics provider, has partnered with myAlfred, the UAE’s leading money saving app to provide the customers of InsuranceMarket.ae, the largest insurance platform of the UAE, to expand the reach of their diagnostic services. This collaboration further aims to ensure that individuals in Dubai and the UAE have enhanced access to the most comprehensive health insurance options available in the market.
Under the MoU, Thumbay Labs and myAlfred will work together to expand the availability and reach of diagnostic services to a policyholders of InsuranceMarket.ae The tie-up will facilitate seamless access to high-quality diagnostic testing, ensuring individuals can conveniently and efficiently address their healthcare needs. Furthermore, this collaboration will enable InsuranceMarket.ae to offer enhanced healthcare solutions to its customers through myAlfred. Thumbay Labs will provide valuable insights and expertise in healthcare diagnostics, empowering InsuranceMarket.ae to assist individuals in making informed decisions about their health insurance coverage.
"We are excited about our partnership with myAlfred & InsuranceMarket.ae" said Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay, Vice President of the Healthcare Division at Thumbay Group. "This collaboration aligns with our commitment to provide comprehensive healthcare solutions to the community, including diagnostic services. By partnering with InsuranceMarket.ae, we can assist individuals in making informed decisions about their diagnostic needs and ensure they have access to the best coverage options available. Together, we aim to enhance the availability and affordability of diagnostic services, empowering individuals in Dubai and the UAE to prioritize their health and well-being."
Through this partnership, Thumbay Labs and InsuranceMarket.ae aim to streamline the process of obtaining health insurance while prioritizing the importance of diagnostic services. By leveraging their respective strengths and resources, the two organizations strive to create a more integrated and accessible healthcare ecosystem in Dubai and the UAE, ultimately benefiting the community at large.
Meanwhile, Mr. Avinash Babur, Founder CEO, InsuranceMarket.ae, stated:"We're thrilled to announce this exciting partnership with Thumbay Labs and myAlfred- two leading players in their respective sectors. This collaboration epitomizes our commitment to provide exceptional service and value to InsuranceMarket.ae policyholders, who will now enjoy exclusive offers on home collection for health check-up packages, blood tests, and more. At InsuranceMarket.ae, we continue to champion customer experience and value proposition, and this partnership allows us to take a significant step forward in that journey."
The collaboration between Thumbay Labs and InsuranceMarket.ae represents a significant step forward in enhancing access to quality healthcare services in Dubai and the UAE. It underscores both organizations'; commitment to ensuring the well-being of individuals and providing them with the financial protection they need to face any medical challenges.
For more information about Thumbay Lab, InsuranceMarket.ae and myAlfred, please visit their respective websites at www.thumbaylabs.com, www.insurancemarket.ae and www.myalfred.com
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Heated debate in Karnataka Legislative Council over continued ACC mining in Kalaburagi
Bengaluru (PTI): A heated exchange took place in the Karnataka Legislative Council on Tuesday over alleged non-payment of mining dues and the "unauthorised" continuation of quarry operations by the Adani Group’s ACC Limited, with ruling Congress and the opposition BJP members questioning the government’s handling of royalty recovery and permissions.
Raising the issue during Question Hour, Congress MLC K Shivakumar, speaking on behalf of his party MLC Arathi Krishna, alleged that substantial royalty dues remained unpaid even as operations continued.
Krishna wanted to know whether the Karnataka government was aware that the lease period granted to Adani Group’s ACC Ltd for mining in the Kannur Limestone Block at Wadi in Kalaburagi has expired.
“If it is true, what action has the government taken against the said company for allegedly carrying out unauthorised mining at the site without paying the total dues of Rs 850.21 crore towards royalty, rent or penalty payable to the state government?” she asked in the written question.
She claimed that despite the Law department having given a written opinion to the Mines department that the said company should not be permitted to undertake mining activities until it clears all pending dues payable to the government, no legal action has been initiated against ACC, and instead a letter has been written to the central government regarding renewal of the lease in favour of the company.
Krishna questioned the apparent disparity in enforcement between small quarry operators and large corporate entities.
“After the Adani Group took over quarrying, they had to pay Rs 837 crore as royalty. Till today, they have not paid the royalty. What prompted you to exempt them from this royalty?” asked Shivakumar, on behalf of Krishna.
“If there is any small quarry operator, if he does not pay royalty, you do not allow him... You just bring him and seize it.”
BJP MLC C T Ravi echoed similar concerns, questioning the legal and procedural basis for allowing participation in bidding and continuation of operations despite pending dues.
“Do your rules allow those with pending dues to participate? If such a provision exists, under which rule does it exist?” he asked, also seeking clarity on recommendations of the High-Level Committee, Law Department and concurrence of the Finance Department.
Responding to the allegations, Minister N Cheluvarayaswamy, replying on behalf of the Mines and Geology Minister S S Mallikarjun, maintained that no fresh licence had been granted and that the matter involved both an existing mining lease and a separate new application still under process.
He said the company had applied through the bidding route and was given time to complete formalities, which had since been done.
The minister explained that the issue of dues was pending before the court, which has allowed operations to continue subject to certain conditions.
“The old licence is continuing under court direction. It has not been stopped. We are following court direction,” he said, adding that part payment had been made and the balance would be decided through legal proceedings.
Ravi, however, pressed further, arguing that court orders did not prevent recovery of dues.
“The court has not said do not recover dues. What does your legal opinion say? Why have you not recovered?” he asked.
Shivakumar also raised concerns over declining non-tax revenue from mining, citing the state’s own budget observations.
“If Rs 800 crore to Rs 900 crore is allowed to let go like this, where will non-tax revenue come from?” he asked and sought to know why the government had not fully tapped the sector’s revenue potential.
The Minister reiterated that the due itself was under dispute, making immediate recovery difficult.
“How can we recover when the amount itself is not decided? Until recovery is possible, no further permission will be given,” he said, adding that consultations with the Law Department and Advocate General would be held to explore further action.
He also cited tender conditions, stating, “As per the tender notification dated October 5, 2020, a company must have paid all past dues to be considered a successful bidder.”
Unconvinced, Ravi demanded that the recovery of dues should follow.
