Visa & HBL highlights findings from the Women SMB Digitization Index surveying Pakistan business owners KARACHI: Visa, a global leader in digital payments, and HBL, Pakistan’s premier private sector bank, announce the return of She’s Next, a global advocacy program that spotlights women entrepreneurs who are actively financing, managing, and expanding their businesses. Recognizing their pivotal role as catalysts for …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo arm of the world’s largest international airline, has upgraded its on-road fleet of trucks with the latest-generation Euro 6 models from MAN Trucks, in collaboration with Allied Transport Company. Emirates SkyCargo is the first adopter of the long-haul, heavy commercial Euro 6 vehicles in the region, introducing the most advanced truck technology …

Web Desk DUBAI: Changan Automobile has announced the signing of a strategic cooperation agreement with Yango Group, a UAE-based technology company, marking a new milestone in Changan’s ongoing expansion across the Middle East and Africa (MEA). The signing ceremony took place at Changan’s Middle East and Africa headquarters, bringing together senior executives from both organisations. The event was attended by Li Mingcai, Executive Vice …

By Rafiq Vayani ISLAMABAD: On 7 November 2025, the High Commission of Malaysia in Islamabad hosted a “Hi-Tea” reception to engage with stakeholders and friends of Malaysia in Pakistan. The event brought together a diverse group of distinguished guests, including businessmen, representatives from chambers of commerce, government stakeholders, members of the media, and long-standing friends of Malaysia. The gathering served …

News Desk KARACHI: Emaar Pakistan has once again recognized excellence and performance, conferring a prestigious honour upon RIB for its record-breaking achievements under the dynamic leadership of Danish Qureshi (D.Q), The Seafront King. Mr. Aziz Jindani, CEO of Emaar Pakistan, presented this esteemed award, acknowledging RIB’s outstanding contribution and its remarkable portfolio crossing ₨ 3,000 crores. Expressing heartfelt gratitude, Danish Qureshi said, “this recognition is not …

By Rafiq Vayani ABU DHABI: Aaron Rai claimed his second Rolex Series crown at the 2025 Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship after beating Tommy Fleetwood in a dramatic play-off on Sunday. The Englishman started the day with a one-shot lead but soon found himself two shots back following a fast start from playing partner Fleetwood. But a run of four successive …

DUBAI: “Say YES to Recycling, NO to Carbon Emissions” – This resounding message echoed across the UAE as Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) conducted its the 29th cycle of its renowned special edition of the Can Collection Drive, a flagship initiative launched in 1997 that marked the very beginning of EEG’s journey to mobilise communities for environmental protection. 2025, Over nearly …

KARACHI: The ninth day of the World Culture Festival 2025 was filled with vibrant activities, including dance workshops, film screenings, and theatrical performances. The highlight of the day was the screening of the Pakistani feature film “Love Guru”, which added charm and excitement to the ongoing festival. President of the Arts Council, Muhammad Ahmed Shah, while speaking to the participants, …

KARACHI: Azerbaijan Tourism Board (ATB) successfully concluded its Pakistan Roadshow, held from October 27 to 31, 2025, across three major cities: Lahore (October 27), Karachi (October 29), and Islamabad (October 31). The roadshow gathered over 200 Pakistani travel trade and 21 media representatives, connecting them with Azerbaijani tourism stakeholders, including five prominent local partners from Azerbaijan’s tourism industry, including Azerbaijan …

Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other in the world relaunched its flights between Istanbul and Sulaymaniyah which were stopped on April 2023. Already possessing a strong network in the country with flights to Baghdad, Basra, Erbil, Kirkuk, and Najaf, flag carrier once again connects Iraq to the world with a total of six gateways. …