Engro Holdings Limited is delighted to announce that Engro Corporation Limited has secured all approvals for its strategic partnership with Pakistan Mobile Communications Limited (“Jazz”) and its parent company, VEON Group. Through a Scheme of Arrangement, Jazz’s shareholding in Deodar (Private) Limited – which houses its telecom infrastructure assets – will vest with Engro Connect (Private) Limited, a subsidiary of …

By Muhammad Rafiq DUBAI: Her Excellency Reem Al Hashimy, UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation and CEO of Expo City Dubai Authority, headed a delegation from Expo City Dubai on a visit to Expo 2025 Osaka aimed at building on the success of the initiatives and programmes launched at the World Expo in Dubai. The two-day trip included a …

News Desk DUBAI: Employees expect easy, efficient HR experiences that allow them to focus on the work they were hired to do. However, navigating HR support often feels like a frustrating maze. Employees waste valuable time jumping between systems and contacting HR to complete simple tasks, like submitting PTO requests. This is especially challenging when 90% of HR professionals are already stretched …

By Rafiq Vayani PORT-LOUIS Mauritius: Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has officially launched its new Travel Store in Port-Louis, Mauritius, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s commitment to enhancing travel experiences for its customers. At the opening ceremony, Emirates’ long-standing partnership with the Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority (MTPA) was also extended in its commitment to promote tourism to the …

News Desk DUBAI: On the conclusion day of the Seamless Fintech Middle East Forum, Qi Card, Iraq’s largest fintech company, took centre stage, presenting its pivotal role in transitioning the nation from a cash-dependent society to a digitally connected economy. Chief Investment Officer Ahmed Khadum delivered a keynote titled “From Cash to Digital: How Iraq Built a Scalable Payment Ecosystem,” …

EDB 360 removes fees and red tape to help businesses grow faster and fuel national economic growth ABU DHABI: On the final day of Make it in the Emirates 2025, Emirates Development Bank (EDB), the UAE’s key financial engine for economic diversification and industrial growEmirates Development Bank (EDB), the UAE’s key financial engine for economic diversification and industrial growth, has …

Web Desk ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways has delivered record-breaking financial performance and highest-ever customer satisfaction performance in the first quarter of 2025, building on last year’s momentum with further notable improvements across revenue, operational efficiency, and fleet expansion. Profit after tax reached AED 685 million (U.S.$ 187 million), marking a 30 per cent increase year-on-year, driven by robust passenger demand …

Web Desk DUBAI: In a landmark move to elevate smart transportation services across the emirate, Dubai Taxi Company’s (DTC) Partner Bolt, the global shared mobility platform, is thrilled to announce a major expansion in Dubai. Over 6,000 DTC Taxis, including People of Determination Taxis and Ladies and Family Taxis (Pink Taxis), are now available on the Bolt platform. This expansion …

News Desk DUBAI: flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, announced today the launch of its Ab Initio Pilot Training programme, in partnership with international overseas flight training partners. This initiative comes as part of the airline’s workforce strategy to meet the growing demands of its expanding fleet and network over the next decade. flydubai operates a young and efficient fleet of Boeing …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Union Coop has launched a vocational training program in collaboration with the Dubai Autism Center, assisting 34 students from category of ‘people of determination’. The initiative aims to equip them with essential job skills, empowering them to enter the workforce and actively participate in society. This effort is part of Union Coop’s ongoing commitment to corporate …