KARACHI: The Sadar Town Karachi Council has unanimously approved a surplus budget of Rs. 4 billion 38 crore 4 lac 57 thousand 544 for the financial year 2025-26. The total expenditure for the new financial year is estimated at Rs. 4 billion 37 crore 94 lac 7 thousand 350. The budget shows a saving of Rs. 10 lac 50 thousand …

News Desk KARACHI: The Pakistan Dairy Association (PDA) recently organized a high-level National Seminar to mark World Milk Day following the theme of “Safe Milk, Safe Nation: Affordable Dairy for a Healthier Nation.” The seminar brought together senior government officials, industry leaders, and dairy experts to promote a national transition towards safer, packaged milk and explore the strategic role of …

News Desk MUSCAT: SalamAir, Oman’s low-cost airline, has signed a landmark four-year agreement with Osprey Flight Solutions, appointing them as the airline’s Aviation Security Risk Intelligence Provider. This strategic partnership underscores SalamAir’s commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology to ensure operational safety and security across its expanding network. As a forward-thinking airline, SalamAir continues to lead the way in adopting innovative …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: At the heart of Viva Technology 2025 in Paris-France, three industry-leading entities, Coralytics AI (UAE-based AI Startup), SNPI (France’s National Union of Real Estate Professionals), and RealtyFeed Inc (US-based Data Enabler for MLSs), formally signed an agreement to launch for the French Market a transformative, AI-powered real estate solution rooted in RESO (World Real Estate Standards …

Web Desk KARACHI: Bank Alfalah, one of Pakistan’s leading commercial banks of Pakistan, partnered with the Center for Excellence in Journalism (CEJ) at IBA Karachi, to conduct EmpowerED, a five-day training program designed to equip digital content creators with essential knowledge in financial literacy, online safety, and responsible digital practices. According to the latest Digital 2025 Global Overview Report, Pakistan …

News Desk DUBAI: Shamal, the Dubai-based diversified investment firm and owner of Dubai Harbour, has awarded the main works contract, valued at over AED 1 billion for Dubai Harbour Residences to Khansaheb Civil Engineering, a leading contractor in the region renowned for delivering some of Dubai’s most iconic developments. Known for its ability to execute complex, design-led projects with precision and timeliness, …

News Desk DUBAI: As part of its ongoing commitment to supporting national entrepreneurship and strengthening the private sector’s contribution towards the local economy, Union Coop has extended direct support to members of the Emirati Suppliers Program, an initiative by the Mohammed Bin Rashid Establishment for SME Development, through procurement contracts exceeding AED 82 million in 2024. This initiative reflects Union …

News Desk LADIESFUND, the renowned platform dedicated to empowering women, hosted a memorable 2nd mango-themed Eid Milan event, bringing together a diverse array of guests for a joyous celebration. The occasion was graced by the presence of over 75 esteemed guests from diplomatic circles, corporate sectors, ministries, developmental agencies, press, women SMEs, celebrities, fashion designers, all coming together to mark …

Web Desk DUBAI: talabat, the leading on-demand delivery platform in the MENA region has relaunched the Summer Together initiative; a continuation of the region’s first solar-powered rest areas, launched in 2023 with the Joint Committee of Traffic Safety and the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE), to provide all delivery riders with easily accessible stations to rest, hydrate, and …

ABU DHABI: LG Electronics Gulf, a company specializing in consumer electronics and smart home technologies, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Schneider Electric, a global leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, to explore joint innovations in the fields of smart living, sustainability, and energy efficiency. The MoU was signed by Amel Chadli, President of Gulf Countries, …