As many as 2,440 new paid parking slots have been activated in Sharjah since the beginning of this year.
The municipality also closed 53 sandy yards in areas where there are already sufficient car parking spaces.
The move is aimed at preventing the misuse of spaces and maintaining the general appearance of the city.
It also takes into account the growing commercial and residential developments in various areas of the emirate.
Drone interception causes minor injuries at Abu Dhabi's Etihad towers
Abu Dhabi authorities are dealing with the minor injuries of two people following the fall of debris from a drone after it was intercepted by UAE air defence systems onto the front of one of the buildings at Etihad Towers.
Drone interception causes minor injuries in Dubai
Debris from drones intercepted by UAE air defences has caused two minor injuries after falling in the courtyards of two homes, with those involved receiving the necessary medical care.
Sharjah warehouse fire contained with no casualties
Sharjah Civil Defence teams have contained a fire that broke out at a warehouse in Industrial Area 8 due to an electrical short circuit on Sunday, with no casualties reported.
Global Village closes as a precautionary measure
Dubai's Global Village has closed on Sunday, March 1, as a "precautionary measure in line with official guidance", the family destination announced.
