News Desk DUBAI: In the presence of H.E. Lt. Gen. Dhahi Khalfan Tamim, Deputy Chairman of Police and General Security in Dubai and Chairman of Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University’s (HBMSU) Board of Governors, HMBSU signed today (Tuesday, January 7, 2020) a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Egypt’s Alexandria University to further enrich the smart learning system in the Arab …

KARACHI: China Power Hub Generation Company (Pvt.) Ltd (CPHGC) has been assigned a long-term AA rating by the Pakistan Credit Rating Agency Limited. The 1320MW, USD 2 billion power project under the China Pakistan Economic Corridor developed in Lasbella, Balochistan has also been given a short-term A1+ rating and a stable outlook. China Power Hub Generation Company (Pvt.) Limited, is a …

DUBAI: The Selfie Kingdom (TSK), Dubai’s first ever dedicated selfie museum opens its doors for photo / selfie enthusiasts of all ages. Close to the Expo 2020 site, TSK is an interactive space that aims to inspire creativity, art, design and promote digital content. The hub currently features fifteen pop-up rooms with vibrant and unique backdrops/props and proper lighting offering guests …

DUBAI: Dubai Airports yesterday lauded the announcement of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on the formation of the new Dubai Council and its role in furthering Dubai’s aspiration to become the best city in the world by providing a high quality of life for all …

News Desk KARACHI: Junaid Murtaza has been appointed the new Country Managing Director of L’Oréal Pakistan with effect from July 1st 2019. Junaid Murtaza, a LUMS alumnus of 2008 began his career with Unilever Pakistan and led an accelerated career path through various successful stints in Marketing & Sales. His journey in L’Oréal began in 2013 in Pakistan, where he last …

KARACHI: Dolmen Mall, Pakistan’s favourite chain of shopping malls marked the closing ceremony of Dolmen Shopping Festival (DSF) with a grand event with the gifting ceremony of the 27th shopping festival across its three malls in Clifton, Tariq Road and Hyderi. The festivities came to an end with a glimpse of the celebrations that will continue this year. Hosted by Anoushay Ashraf, …

News Desk DUBAI: MENALAC (Middle East and North Africa Leisure Attractions Council) has announced its panel of judges for the third annual MENALAC Leisure Industry Awards to be held on 24 March 2020 in Dubai, UAE. The panel of judges comprises of pioneers and industry experts with exceptional knowledge of the industry and the MENA region. “We are indeed pleased …

RAS AL KHAIMAH: The American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) and Appalachian State University in the United States have signed an addendum to a previous agreement to expand their cooperation. AURAK and Appalachian State University will establish a 3+1 Student Transfer Program (TSP). After successfully completing the first three years of an undergraduate curriculum for a Bachelor’s degree in …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Samana Developers, a Dubai-based boutique real estate developer, today announced the appointment of Atcon Construction for its second project – AED100 million Samana Hills, located in Arjan, close to Dubai Miracle Garden, the world’s largest natural flower garden featuring over 50 million flowers and 250 million plants.   Samana Developers projects are funded by Samana asset management arm, which …

LAHORE: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. announced the “Age of Experience” at the opening keynote at Consumer Electronics Show. As the featured keynote speaker, Samsung Consumer Electronics President and CEO H.S. Kim heralded a decade of human-centric innovation that seamlessly combines hardware and software to create personalized experiences that make life more convenient, more enjoyable, and more meaningful. The Age of …