By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP), in collaboration with Unilever Pakistan, organized National Finance Olympiad 2019, the Grand Finale of which was held on December 19, 2019 at a local hotel in Karachi. Mr. Abdullah Hussain Haroon, Former Foreign Minister of Pakistan graced the event as the Guest of Honour. Mr. Khalilullah Shaikh, President, ICAP …

DUBAI: The year 2020 promises to be an eventful year with the United Arab Emirates gearing up for Expo 2020. In the new year, become a part of something big as you embark on your journey to success with Middlesex University Dubai. Joining a programme in January, part-time will help you fast track your education while balancing your career alongside.A …

By Afshan Lalani/Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Rahgeer, connecting top talent to careers with meaningful impact, launched its initiative with the aim to inspire the future global leaders to pursue careers with business events, professional gatherings and corporate visits. Businessman, Rotarians, media and civil society people attended the event.  Ahmad Jalal, the Ragheer founder said that Rahgeer understands that program participants may …

ABU DHABI: The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) has revealed that it has successfully obtained accreditation for six International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards, covering the Fund’s quality management systems. The accreditation was granted by Lloyd’s Register Quality Assurance (LRQA). KFED was able to receive international accreditation for ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 10001, ISO 10002, and …

ISLAMABAD: To ensure seamless connectivity for tourists and guests, Telenor Pakistan, in partnership with Serena Hotels Pakistan, has launched a revolutionary, first-of-its-kind digital platform. This solution, called ‘S TEL,’ will be a complimentary service for Serena Hotel guests allowing them to enjoy free international and local calls along with 4G internet and hotspot options, all packed in a dedicated smartphone placed …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: To provide premium hospitality in a traditional environment, Hashoo Group has signed a Management Agreement between Pakistan Services Limited and Hero Group to open a Pearl-Continental Hotel in Hyderabad. The Management Agreement was signed in a ceremony held at Pearl-Continental Hotel Karachi on Friday, 20th December 2019. Addressing the ceremony, the Chief Operating Officer, Hashoo Group, …

LONDON: British Airways and Iberia have yesterday announced that both airlines have achieved the International Air Transport Association (IATA) NDC Certification NDC@Scale status. This is another significant step made by both airlines, demonstrating their commitment to, and continuous investment in, improving and enhancing NDC capabilities for their customers. NDC Certification NDC@Scale status is the highest certification level that IATA provides …

By Kamran Hashim/Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Chapri group in collaboration with Consulate General of Malaysia in Karachi and Malaysian Palm Oil  Board (MPOB) hosted the launch of Palm Based Calcium Soap ‘Lacto-Plus’ at lush green lawns of Consulate General of Malaysia in Karachi. Chapri group currently headed by Hanif Chapri was founded by his father Abdul Sattar Chapri 37 years ago. …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Applications are now open for volunteers to join the team of the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature. Recognised as one of the leading literature festivals in the world, the eventwill be held at the InterContinental, Dubai Festival City 4-9 February 2020. More than 300 volunteers take part in this annual event, assisting with all aspects of …

ISLAMABAD: The Beaconhouse Group, Pakistan’s leading & largest private education system recently launched its newest venture, The Beaconhouse International Colleges (BIC), with a groundbreaking ceremony of its flagship campus in Islamabad.  Beaconhouse International Colleges aim to provide the world’s best transnational higher qualifications to its students in an environment conducive to developing the skills and attributes necessary to actualize their aspirations and to …