DUBAI: The federal government revenue has reached through the e-Dirham more than Dh4 billion in the first quarter of 2018, representing an increase of 82 per cent compared to the same period last year. The achievement confirms e-Dirham’s role and popularity in the cashless payment industry for government services. The number of e-Dirham cards issued in first quarter of 2018 exceeded 3.3 million cards, while the number of transaction receipts reached 3,516,903 at the same period. The e-Dirham system provides advanced payment methods which are quick and easy and allows to pay for government services and tax dues in a cost-effective and efficient way. (WAM)