By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Sanadak, the Ombudsman Unit for the UAE, convened its inaugural forum with the UAE Banks Federation and licensed financial institutions (LFIs). The forum is part of Sanadak’s efforts to foster sustainable institutional partnership with the banking sector, enhance the banking system by developing mechanisms for settling disputes, and protect consumer rights – promoting principles of fairness …

News Desk AJMAN: His Excellency Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, Director General of the Ajman Department of Tourism Development (ADTD), honoured the winners of the ‘Tourism Innovator Award 2025’. The awards were presented in recognition of their creative ideas and pioneering projects, which have helped advance Ajman’s sustainable tourism development, further consolidating the Emirate’s stature as a leading tourist destination. This initiative …

KARACHI: A dedicated team of representatives from The Plantation Drive initiative embarked on a purposeful visit to Koohi Goth Hospital today, culminating in a day filled with environmental action, reflection, and community engagement. The visit, meticulously coordinated by The Plantation Drive Team, saw the planting of 32 trees and fostered a renewed commitment to a greener future. The ten-member delegation, …

DUBAI: Global Property Network (Pakistan) and Fortune4 Real Estate (UAE) have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a dynamic international partnership aimed at innovation, collaboration, and growth in the real estate sector. The agreement marks a milestone for both organizations, paving the way for joint ventures, knowledge sharing, and expansion across regional and global markets. Key objectives …

News Desk DUBAI: Al Habtoor Motors, the exclusive distributor of Mitsubishi vehicles in the UAE, proudly announces its recognition at the prestigious Mitsubishi Business Excellence Awards. This esteemed accolade celebrates Al Habtoor Motors steadfast dedication to a customer-first philosophy and its continuous efforts in delivering an exceptional customer experience across all facets of its operations. Al Habtoor Motors’ Marketing, CRM, …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/KUCHING: The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC), through its agency Tourism Malaysia, organised the Hotel Data Refinement Session with Sarawak’s Hotel Industry in conjunction with the Presentation of Appreciation Certificates to Hotel Survey Samples in Sarawak today. The event was held at the Hilton Hotel Kuching and marked the first engagement of its kind for …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: du, the leading telecom and digital services provider, has renewed its strategic partnership with Huawei to enhance Emiratisation by empowering UAE talent with advanced technological skills. Together, the two industry leaders aim to foster innovation and readiness in the digital and telecommunications space, building toward a sustainable future and further solidifying du’s position as a leading …

Web Desk DUBAI: H.E. Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs, met with H.E. Bilal Azhar Kayani, Minister of State for Finance and Railways and Head of the Prime Minister’s Delivery Unit in the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, to explore ways to strengthen bilateral relations in financial fields, including expanding cooperation in fiscal policy and public …

ISLAMABAD: At the National Conference on Climate Challenges in Pakistan, Khurrum Ashfaque, CEO of Telenor Pakistan, spoke about the company’s increasing focus on climate resilience. Speaking to an audience of policymakers, climate experts, and business leaders, he said that Telenor’s climate communication is moving beyond just emergency alerts and now supports wider efforts in preparation and day-to-day operations. Emphasizing the …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Dubai Airports has launched DXB Greet & Go, a new smart pickup service at Dubai International (DXB) Terminal 3. Designed for guests arriving in Dubai with pre-booked hotel, limousine, or tour operator services, this new solution replaces traditional guest paging with a seamless, technology-enabled experience. With DXB Greet & Go, guests arriving at Terminal 3 can …