ISLAMABAD: In a landmark development for Pakistan’s agri-lending sector, HBL Microfinance Bank (HBL MfB) and the Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to introduce satellite-based agricultural analytics into the lending ecosystem. This is the first-ever partnership between a bank and SUPARCO for such a cutting-edge solution. The collaboration marks a significant …

KARACHI: Discover Pakistan TV’s Regional Office in Karachi recently welcomed officials from the Pakistan Romania Business Council (PRBC), led by Chairman Mr. Sohail Shamim Firpo and Advisor & COO Mr. Atif Farooqi, who also serves as a valued member of Discover Pakistan TV’s Board of Advisors. The meeting was chaired by Dr. Kaiser Rafiq, Chairman of Discover Pakistan TV. The …

Web Desk DUBAI: Salama (DFM: “SALAMA”), a leading regional Takaful provider, today announced its interim consolidated financial results for the six-month period ended June 30, 2025. The Company reported a positive profit in the first six months of 2025 and continued strengthening of its balance sheet, driven by a significant rebound in profitability during the second quarter of 2025. Net …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: realme has officially entered the premium smartphone arena in Pakistan with the launch of its flagship realme GT 7, marking a milestone as the first smartphone in the country to feature the advanced Dimensity 9400e processor. Building on its recent partnership with the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One® Team, realme introduced the GT 7 Dream Edition, …

VANCOUVER, BC: A new chapter for Canadian cricket is about to begin. The Canada Super 60, an exciting ten-over-a-side cricket league featuring some of the world’s top players, is set to launch at BC Place Stadium from October 8 to 13, 2025. This marks the first time international cricket of this level will be played indoors, under lights, at a …

News Desk DUBAI: Bentley Emirates, part of the Al Habtoor Motors Prestige Division, proudly announces the arrival of the Bentayga Atelier Edition in the UAE. A rare, design-led interpretation of the iconic luxury SUV, the Atelier Edition celebrates Bentley’s legacy of premium quality, bespoke craftsmanship, and extensive attention to detail. Available in both Bentayga and Bentayga EWB variants, this limited-edition model introduces …

Web Desk MOSCOW: The United Arab Emirates and Russian Federation today signed a Trade in Services and Investment Agreement (TISIA), on the sidelines  of the visit of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President  of the UAE, to Moscow, where he met Russian President Vladimir Putin and discussed ways to strengthen friendly relations between the two countries in a …

KARACHI/DUBAI: Yango Group, a UAE based tech company, has made its first investment in Pakistan through Yango Ventures acquiring a stake in Trukkr, a fintech platform digitizing financial services for the logistics sector. The investment will help Trukkr expand its operations, strengthen its credit-scoring tools, and improve access to financial services for thousands of trucking businesses across Pakistan. In addition …

News Desk DUBAI: Using any kind of power bank is prohibited onboard Emirates’ flights, effective from the 1October 2025. A power bank is a portable, rechargeable device primarily designed to provide power to other electronic devices such smart phones, tablets, laptops and cameras. Emirates customers are still permitted to carry one power bank onboard with specific conditions listed below, but …

ABU DHABI: Smiles, e& UAE’s everyday rewards Super App that also houses its loyalty programme, has launched a partnership with Etihad Guest, the loyalty programme of Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates. Now offering customers of both programmes a fully integrated experience through the Rewards Exchange on the Smiles app, and soon via the Etihad website …