By Rafiq Vayani CAIRO: INDEX Conferences and Exhibitions, a member of INDEX Holding and one of the UAE’s leading organizers of specialized events, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Egyptian Authority for Unified Procurement, Medical Supply, and Technology Management (UPA) during the fourth edition of Africa Health ExCon 2025, the continent’s largest healthcare event, held under the patronage …

In June 2025, Standard Chartered Pakistan received two prestigious awards for its exceptional work in Diversity & Inclusion. The Bank was honoured with the Women Empowerment and Gender Equality Diamond Recognition Award by the Employer’s Federation of Pakistan, acknowledging its dedication to creating a gender-inclusive workspace. Additionally, SC Pakistan was recognized for its excellence in Best Accessible Documentation, Employment for …

As the UAE continues to nurture a new wave of ambitious, tech-savvy entrepreneurs, mobility choices are rapidly evolving to match their dynamic lifestyles. VinFast VF 8 is a premium all-electric SUV that blends intelligent features, eye-catching design, and long-term reliability, making it the perfect companion for the nation’s next generation of business leaders. With the UAE ranked among the top …

News Desk DUBAI: Royaloak Furniture, one of India’s largest organised furniture retail chains, has announced its entry into the UAE market as part of a broader international expansion strategy. With an operational history spanning over 15 years and a customer base exceeding 5 million, the brand has opened three stores in the UAE—located in RAK Mall (Ras Al Khaimah), Lulu …

Web Desk DUBAI: Al Ansari Exchange, the UAE’s largest remittance and foreign exchange company and a subsidiary of Al Ansari Financial Services PJSC, is proud to announce the digital issuance of its popular prepaid cards, the TravelCard and FlexiblePay cards. This initiative promotes financial inclusion and supports the UAE’s vision of fostering a cashless economy. Customers can now obtain these …

Web Desk DUBAI: Dubai Land Department (DLD) has announced that Emirati citizens interested in joining the ‘Dubai Real Estate Broker Programme’ can now register via a dedicated link on its official website. This follows strong interest since the programme’s launch, which has already drawn a significant number of citizens keen to enter the real estate brokerage sector. The initiative continues reinforcing …

News Desk SHARJAH: Ambassador Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, Pakistan’s Envoy to the UAE, and H.E. Hussain Muhammad, Consul General of Pakistan in Dubai, graced the 4th Mango Festival held at the Expo Hall in Khorkafan. For the first time, Pakistan participated in the Khorkafan Mango Festival, showcasing the country’s rich and diverse varieties of mangoes. The Pakistan Business Council Sharjah set …

News Desk KARACHI: Sakan-e-Sheza proudly sponsored the Biz Today International Biryani Competition, held at the APMF – A.R. Tabba Sports Complex on Wednesday, 18 June 2025. Dedicated to promoting inclusion and community engagement, Sakan-e-Sheza’s participation in the event reflects its commitment to compassion, care, and dignity for specially-abled individuals. Sakan-e-Sheza is more than a residence—it is a sanctuary of light, …

Biz Today International Report KARACHI: ChampionsPK, under the dynamic leadership of Chef Hamza Abid Rafique, is set to host the “Gathering of Real ChampionsPK” — a unique culinary meet-up celebrating excellence and unity in Pakistan’s hospitality industry. Powered by Andaaz Foods, the event will take place on Monday, 30th June 2025, at Floresta Restaurant, Block 4 Clifton, Karachi. Bringing together …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: The countdown is on for the 2025 Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby which will take place at the Curragh Racecourse in Co. Kildare (Ireland) from Friday 27th to Sunday 29th June. This year’s event marks a major milestone—the 160th running of the Irish Derby—and promises a weekend of world-class racing, style, and entertainment. The highlight of …