By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: National Bank of Pakistan has entered a strategic partnership with ISTIQEME to drive the deployment of merchant QR codes and enhance Pakistan’s digital payments ecosystem through targeted training and operational support initiatives.A formal ceremony marking the collaboration was held at NBP’s Regional Office in Karachi (South & West Regions), with senior leadership from both organisations in …

News Desk DUBAI: EXEED continues to strengthen its presence in the UAE, entering a new phase of growth marked by strategic expansion and the introduction of new models that reflect the brand’s forward thinking approach to premium mobility. As demand rises for intelligent, design led vehicles, EXEED is reinforcing its position in the market through a series of key milestones …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: SAMANA Developers, an award-winning real estate development company currently ranked as the fifth highest off plan seller in Dubai, proudly celebrates the successful handover of the highly anticipated Samana Santorini. This momentous occasion highlights the capacity of the company to consistently meet rapid delivery timelines while reinforcing its prominent status within the competitive property landscape of …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Malaysia is showcasing a vibrant line-up of festive celebrations, major events, and shopping experiences across the country from late May onwards. This positions the destination as an appealing choice for GCC travellers planning holidays around the Eid al-Adha period. A key highlight during this period is Hari Raya Aidiladha, which will be celebrated nationwide from 27 …

News Desk MUSCAT: SalamAir, Oman’s Low-Cost airline, has further strengthened its global distribution capabilities with the activation of its content on the Abacus Global Distribution System (GDS), complementing its earlier activation with Sabre. This milestone enables travel agents across Abacus-connected markets to seamlessly access and book SalamAir flights under the airline code OV, with ticketing available on the OV960 stock across selected active Billing and …

By Rafiq Vayani ABU DHABI: The UAE’s leading industrial platform, Make it in the Emirates, has announced the opening of registration for media representatives and visitors to attend its fifth and largest edition, taking place at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, from 4 to 7 May 2026. Held under the theme “Emerging Stronger,” Make it in the Emirates is hosted by …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Amaal, the visionary Emirati-founded real estate developer, has appointed CITIC Middle East Contracting LLC as the main contractor for MANSORY Residences, the world’s first MANSORY-branded residential tower. Backed by CITIC Construction Co. Ltd, its China-based parent company and one of ENR’s Top 250 International Contractors, the firm will deliver the AED 1.8 billion project, which is …

Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, announces the signing of the Pullman New Capital Hotel & Residences in Egypt, marking the debut of Pullman Hotels & Resorts in Cairo and reinforcing the Group’s expansion across Egypt, a key growth market. The project is developed by Contact Developments, one of Egypt’s leading real estate developers, marking the company’s entry into the hospitality …

News Desk MAURITIUS: Emirates has donated 100 limited-edition school backpacks from its ‘Aircrafted by Emirates’ collection to students supported by APEIM (Association des Parents d’Enfants Inadaptés de l’Île Maurice), reinforcing the airline’s commitment to supporting education and community development in Mauritius. APEIM is one of Mauritius’ leading organisations supporting children and young people with intellectual disabilities. Through specialised education, therapy and …

News Desk KARACHI: Faysal Bank Limited (FBL), one of Pakistan’s leading Islamic banks, has been assigned a long-term entity rating of ‘AA+ (Double AA plus)’, upgraded from its earlier rating of ‘AA (Double AA)’, by Pakistan Credit Rating Agency (PACRA). The Bank’s short-term rating is at A1+ (A-one plus) with a stable outlook. This rating upgrade reflects FBL’s successful evolution …