DUBAI: Emirates has introduced new toys from the Emirates Fly with Me collection and Lonely Planet Kids activity kit bags for children travelling in all classes. The new range of toys will come in the top four favourite characters, as voted by customers and fans in a social media competition held last year. Of the 17 characters Emirates introduced on …

KARACHI: Around 300 million tons of plastic waste is produced every year, which is nearly equivalent to the weight of the human population. The world today faces worrying trends of an increase in the rate of plastic production and its disposal. To put an end to this growing problem, WWF-Pakistan in collaboration with Hoga Saaf Pakistan launched #BeatPlasticPollution campaign.This 4-day …

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Flour Mills Association (PFMA) has asked the government to announce a long-term policy for export of wheat and wheat made-ups. In a joint statement, PFMA officer bearers including Asif Raza, Liaquat Ali Khan, Iftikhar Mattoo and Mian Riaz said that the upcoming government should announce a long-term policy for export of wheat and related products for saving over 10 million tons …

DUBAI: The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced it will waive late membership fees in an effort to reduce the cost of doing business in Dubai and enhance the competitiveness of the emirate’s private sector. The move falls in line with the directives of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the …

DUBAI: Canon Middle East (CME), a provider of imaging technologies and services,will be hosting a fundraising event at Zaabeel Park on 28 September 2018 in partnership with Dubai Cares to raise AED 250,000to support two educational programmes, one in the Middle East and a second in Africa. The Canon Day of Giving fundraising event will be hosted as a fun …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Celebrating the ceremony of the 71st Independence Day with a sense of pride and prestige, The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP) organized impressive flag hoisting ceremonies in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad and Peshawar. The Institute’s buildings were decorated with vibrant illuminations, national flags, portraits of the national founders, banners and buntings to give a festive look. The …

ABU DHABI: The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), today, observed International Youth Day across its headquarters and all operating companies. During the celebrations, which were organized by the Group’s various youth committees, ADNOC’s young talent focused on the contributions they have made to the business to enable enhanced performance, profitability and efficiency, as well as their aspirations for the …

SHARJAH: Air Arabia – the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC), has announced the introduction of its new European destination, Prague in Czech Republic, direct from Sharjah, UAE. Air Arabia’s inaugural flight to the city will commence on 11th December 2018. The 6 hour 50-minute flight will operate 5 times per week, every Tuesday, Wednesday, …

LAS VEGAS: KalSoft announces that it was awarded the 2018 Microsoft Country Partner of the year. The company was honored among a global field of top Microsoft partners for demonstrating excellence in innovation and implementation of customer solutions. Founder, President & CEO, KalSoft, Mr. Khurram Kalia said, “Through these awards, Microsoft has recognized us as one of the most innovative …

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) is celebrating the spirit of Independence with a musical composed, especially to mark 71st Independence Day of Pakistan. The musical composition has been created by the leading Pakistani folk music band ‘Khumariyaan’, using the instruments from all provinces of Pakistan. The beautiful melody is complemented by the amazing videography, highlighting the beauty of Pakistan …