KARACHI: National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) has received approval for the commercial launch of Raast Person-to-Merchant (P2M) Acquiring, marking a major milestone in the Bank’s digital payments journey and Pakistan’s broader transition towards a cashless economy. On this occasion, a meeting was held with representatives from NBP’s Digital Banking Group and the State Bank of Pakistan’s Digital Innovations & Settlement …

Recognized for advancing national digital capabilities through the Google Cloud ecosystem DOHA: Advanced Business Computing (ABC), Qatar’s premier technology integrator and a leading Google Cloud partner, announced that it has received the 2026 Google Cloud Partner of the Year award for the Middle East & North Africa region, recognizing its contribution to supporting the country’s digital transformation agenda and innovation …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: MINI enters the Pakistani market, marking a new chapter for the brand in a country with strong long-term potential and a rapidly evolving premium mobility landscape. Introduced by BMW Group Middle East in partnership with Dewan Motors, the new generation of MINI vehicles is now available to local customers for the first time. The market entry …

DUBAI: Union Coop has announced a strategic partnership with Peekabox, the UAE-based digital platform focused on reducing food waste, reinforcing its role in supporting the nation’s food security agenda while improving resource efficiency across its operations. The initiative will begin within Union Coop’s bakery departments, where surplus fresh products at the end of each operational day will be made available …

الإيرادات تقفز 52% إلى 4.39 مليار درهم مدعومة بقوة المبيعاتبيع أكثر من 4000 وحدة بقيمة 5.88 مليار درهم في الربع الأولإطلاق 5 مشاريع جديدة بقيمة 8.58 مليار درهم52 مليار درهم قيمة المشاريع قيد التطوير لدى “بن غاطي” محمد بن غاطي:نموذج أعمالنا المتكامل يقود الأداء القياسي ويعزز الاستدامةمتانة السوق العقاري في دبي تدعم الربحية والنمو المستمردبي تواصل تعزيز جاذبيتها الاستثمارية بفضل …

DUBAI: Aethra Advisory, a global hiring strategy & mobility architecture practice, has launched in the UAE as the first independent advisory practice dedicated to helping organisations design their global hiring infrastructure. The business will support founders, HR leaders, scale-up operators, and strategic decision-makers across UAE companies expanding internationally and global businesses entering the UAE, and wider Middle East, helping them …

DUBA: Binghatti Holding Limited announced record-breaking financial results for the first quarter ended 31 March 2026, marking the company’s 10th consecutive record quarter, driven by strong sales execution, disciplined operations, and sustained demand across its diversified real estate portfolio. The company reported a net profit of AED 1.43 billion, representing a 73% year-on-year increase, while revenue rose 52% to AED …

News Desk DUBAI: Animotion Media Group, the parent company behind the globally recognized animated series The Fixies, has announced a new milestone in the brand’s international expansion through a partnership with China Eastern Airlines. The hit animated series is now available as part of the airline’s innovative onboard content experience across domestic flights in China. The partnership brings The Fixies …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Under the patronage of the Community Development Authority (CDA) in Dubai and organised by Places of Worship in Dubai, a community initiaitive titled “Proud of UAE” was held, attended by Her Excellency Hessa bint Essa Buhumaid, Director General of CDA. The initiative reflects heartfelt appreciation and gratitude to the United Arab Emirates its Leadership, Government, and …

By Rafiq Vayani SHARJAH: The Youth Council of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI Youth Council) hosted a panel discussion aimed at empowering young national talent to drive the future of manufacturing. Held under the theme “Sharjah Youth Towards Manufacturing… From Creativity to Production,” the session explored ways to transform innovative ideas into sustainable industrial ventures that support …