Qatar Insurance Group (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region, has achieved the prestigious (p) ‘AAA’ ESG rating from MSCI ESG Research—the highest possible rating under MSCI’s globally recognized environmental, social, and governance (ESG) framework.This exceptional milestone places QIC among the world’s top-performing insurers for ESG excellence and governance resilience. It also solidifies QIC’s position as the first company in Qatar and the …

KARACHI: Dubai Islamic Bank Pakistan Limited (DIBPL), has joined hands with JazzCash, Pakistan’s leading fintech organization, to facilitate and grow inland home remittance transactions to Pakistan through innovative, easy and seamless digital financial solutions. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed at Dubai Islamic Bank’s Head Office in the presence of senior management from both organizations. This strategic collaboration enables …

News Desk SAN FRANCISCO: Sojern, the leading marketing platform built for hospitality, is joining forces with PubMatic (Nasdaq: PUBM), an independent technology company shaping the future of digital advertising’s supply chain. This new relationship enables agencies and advertisers to access and activate Sojern’s extensive real-time travel data insights, with PubMatic’s premium inventory, to target travelers more accurately and in a …

News Desk KARACHI: The Board of Directors, in its meeting held on July 7, 2025, has re-appointed Syed Moonis Abdullah Alvi as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of K-Electric with effect from July 30, 2025. Syed Moonis Abdullah Alvi joined KE in 2008 and has held key roles in the organisation as CFO, Company Secretary and Head of Treasury prior to …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: DIHAD Sustainable Organisation has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Pakistan Association Dubai, marking a significant step toward establishing a strong, results-driven partnership that brings together expertise and resources to improve access to medical care and support vulnerable communities. This collaboration represents a transformative shift in the concept of humanitarian work, moving beyond …

KARACHI: Faysal Bank, one of the country’s leading Islamic Banks, has launched Pakistan’s first Inclusive Communication Guide, developed in collaboration with the Centre of Excellence in Responsible Business (CERB), under the aegis of the Pakistan Business Council. This guide is a pioneering resource aimed at embedding respectful, inclusive, and sensitive language into workplace culture, setting a new national benchmark for …

ISLAMABAD: The Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI) recently hosted a discussion titled, ‘Post budget dialogue on electricity pricing: Impact of fiscal priorities and tariff reforms’. The session brought together key energy experts and thought leaders to critically assess pressing issues faced by Pakistan’s power sector; focusing particularly on the complexities of electricity tariff structure calling to action urgent simplification and …

News Desk DENPASAR, Indonesia: dnata Catering & Retail, a leading global inflight hospitality provider, has signed a management contract with PT IAS Hospitality Indonesia (IASH) to support its inflight catering business unit, IAS Food Services, at Denpasar International Airport. The strategic partnership brings together dnata’s global experience with IASH’s local strength to meet rising demand in one of Asia’s fastest growing aviation markets. …

Web Desk DUBAI: The Middle East has officially transitioned from crypto-curious to crypto-committed, with the UAE leading a generational financial shift; positioning the region as a major digital asset powerhouse. According to a new report by a leading provider of blockchain and Bitcoin solutions, Mining Grid –  the UAE received $34 billion (AED124B) in crypto inflows between July 2023 and June 2024, recording …

DUBAI: Popular retailer ‘Union Coop’ has reaffirmed its preparedness for the summer season by offering a wide range of high-quality products tailored to meet the needs of travelers, as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance the shopping experience and cater to the diverse demands of its customer base. The cooperative stated that it has allocated dedicated display areas within …