ISLAMABAD: Oceanic Group / Marsh in Pakistan, led by Group MD Asad ur Rehman, recently hosted a meeting with Romanian officials, including Ambassador H.E. Dr. Dan Stoenescu, Deputy Head of Mission Mr. Robert Eduard Preda, and Head of Consular Section Cristian-Stelian COROMA. The meeting aimed to explore potential collaboration opportunities between Pakistan and Romania in the insurance, reinsurance, and IT …

Freshleaf made a refreshing splash at this year’s Indie Summer Pop on Sunday, 17 August, 2025 at the Beach Luxury Hotel, where its all-natural, non-toxic Room & Linen Sprays drew in curious visitors and loyal supporters alike. The Freshleaf stall became a hub of wellness and fragrance, offering guests the chance to experience the brand’s signature collections firsthand. Shoppers enjoyed …

Swiss International Scientific School in Dubai (SISD), part of the prestigious Nord Anglia Education group, is set to become the one of the first schools to offer the BTEC Level 2 qualification in Esports within the traditional curriculum – marking a bold new direction in how schools prepare students for the future world of work. Launching in August 2025 in …

KARACHI: Maintaining its winning streak, Mondelez Pakistan has been honored at the Dragons of Pakistan Awards 2025 with a Gold, Silver and Black Dragon. These achievements highlight the strength of a clear vision, passionate teams and collaborative partnerships. Earlier this year, the company received four accolades at the Effie Awards, including one Gold, two Silver and one Bronze. The company …

ISLAMABAD: GameBird, Pakistan’s first and biggest esports platform powered by Telenor Pakistan, marked a powerful revival of its legacy through the PUBG Mobile Summer Series — a high-stakes tournament that brought local esports to the forefront of competitive gaming. The tournament drew massive participation from across Pakistan, with 256 squads and over 1,000 players. Adding to its prestige, 16 international …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/MUSCAT: SalamAir, Oman’s low-cost airline, has announced a strategic expansion of its global distribution reach through a new Dual Partnership with Hahnair. This collaboration will make SalamAir flights even more accessible to travel agents and passengers across 190 markets. Through Hahnair’s interline products, SalamAir’s flights are now available for ticketing under the airline’s own OV code in …

News Desk DUBAI: The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) and e& money, the fintech arm of e&, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to provide wage protection services via the e& money platform. This enables individuals to manage salary payments for domestic workers in line with applicable legislation and regulatory frameworks. By leveraging MOHRE’s advanced technology, e& money …

ISLAMABAD: A delegation from Marsh McLennan Pakistan, represented by Unique Insurance Brokers, led by Asad ur Rehman, Group MD Marsh in Pakistan, and Atif Farooqi, Advisor Marsh in Pakistan, recently met with the Founder and Chairman of GIFT University Mr. Anwar Dar. The meeting aimed to explore potential collaboration opportunities between the insurance industry and academia. The discussion centered around …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), announced the beginning of trial operation and electricity export from the pumped-storage hydroelectric power plant in Hatta to Dubai. This announcement was made during his visit to the project to review progress in the final stages of work, where the amount …

News Desk DUBAI: Deep Dive Dubai will host the last edition of Gahwa Beats, an immersive coffee-and-music experience, on 23rd August. The free to attend event is set against the backdrop of an incredible 60-meter deep sunken city themed underwater world, complete with streets, secret corners and interactive props. Located in Nad Al Sheba, just 10 to 15 minutes from …