By Sumanth Kapoor, Head – KSA and Bahrain, VFS Global Travel has been growing exponentially in the last few years, and 2024 seems to be no different. As we start moving into the summer season, we see increased demand for visas for travel during the Eid break and school holidays. Here are a few things to keep in mind as …

DUBAI: While many armchair analysts proclaimed the office dead in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, the commercial real estate sector in Dubai is now reaching new heights, with high-end space especially in demand as businesses seek to stand out from the crowd and woo employees back with a workplace environment worthy of the daily commute. Emirates REIT (CEIC) PLC …

News Desk DUBAI: This Mother’s Day, treat your mom to an unforgettable bonding experience with The Nautilus Maldives’ exclusive Ultra-Luxe Bohemian Escape crafted specially for a ladies getaway, a spring retreat like no other in the Maldives. Indulge in bespoke indulgence tailored to your desires, from personalized services to a holistic spa journey and tranquil meditation sessions at Solasta Spa. …

Javed Ahmed, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Jubilee Life Insurance presented the Wicketkeeper of the Tournament Award to Azam Khan after the HBL PSL 2024 final match between Islamabad United and Multan Sultans. Throughout the tournament, Jubilee Life Insurance, the Official Insurance Partner for the HBL PSL Season 9 awarded the “Safe Hands of the Match” Awards for the …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/KARACHI: Wilmar Pakistan Holdings Pte. Ltd. (“WPH”, a wholly owned direct subsidiary of Wilmar International Limited), Unity Wilmar Agro (Private) Limited (“UWA”, a 52% subsidiary of WPH) and certain shareholders of Unity Foods Limited (“UFL”) have, through Arif Habib Limited (in its capacity as the manager to the public offer), made a public announcement to the Pakistan …

ABU DHABI: This Ramadan, Deerfields Mall, the popular shopping and entertainment destination in Abu Dhabi, collaborates with Abu Dhabi Retail to present Layali Ramadan, a month-long celebration filled with cultural experiences, exciting activities, and incredible offers. Prepare to be surprised and delighted with access to limited edition products, captivating events, and delicious culinary experiences, all designed to bring a modern …

News Desk DUBAI: Among growing AI adoption in personal and business lives in the region, IBM has released the regional findings of two significant studies: the 2023 Global AI Adoption Index by Morning Consult with insights from businesses in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the biennial consumer study focused on the Middle East and Africa (MEA) by the IBM …

By Manisha Dayaram, Chief Commercial Officer, Devmark In recent years, the Middle East has witnessed a notable surge in female empowerment, particularly in leadership capacities. Women are shattering barriers and making significant advancements across diverse sectors, challenging entrenched gender norms. A Kearney study underscored this transformative trend, revealing that 80% of female participants in the UAE workforce view progression to …

News Desk DUBAI: This year, during the Holy Month of Ramadan, Arabian Center, Dubai’s favorite community mall in Al Mizhar 1, offers a spectacular array of family-friendly activities. From the 1st Day of Ramadan to the 5th Day of Eid Al Fitr, residents and visitors are treated to festivities that bring alive the spirit of togetherness. Taking place at the …

DUBAI: Leading International Off-Plan Property Consultancy LH1 Global, has been appointed to deliver the international sales and marketing for The Sail, an iconic mixed-use development in Melaka, Malaysia. The award-winning firm behind The Sail, Sheng Tai International is one of Asia’s most prominent developers and has established this strategic partnership to utilise LH1 Global’s extensive worldwide reach for the upcoming …