ISLAMABAD: Arab News hosted an Iftar to celebrate three months of its operation in an event held at Marriott Hotel, Islamabad. The event focused on appreciating local support and contribution to Arab News’ success in the region. It was attended by the politicians, diplomats, journalists, and civil society members and who’s who of the society. At the event, the general …

DUBAI: RTA’s Rail Agency announced the completion of a six months’ series of enhancement initiatives aimed to increase the customer’s happiness, as part of ongoing efforts to offer world-class services for Dubai Metro commuters. Director of Rail Operations at RTA’s Rail Agency, Mohammed Al Mudharreb, explained that RTA is closely monitoring the daily operations on the Dubai Metro to make …

LAHORE: Uber, the global smartphone app that seamlessly connects riders to drivers, has teamed up with Kashf Foundation in a bid to educate driver partners on how to refrain from inappropriate behavior to recognize and prevent unsuitable actions. Titled ‘Dignity at Work’, this training is a part of Uber’s global initiative to help prevent harassment of any kind. “Since launching …

KARACHI: Sindh’s first ever youth policy officially launched in presence of hundreds of youth participants including provincial minister, government officials, international donors and members of the civil society here in a local hotel on Friday evening. The much-awaited policy drew technical support from Bargad and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), while Oxfam, RHRN and Civil Society Programme (CSSP) and …

KARACHI: Dolmen Mall, renowned for celebrating festivities all year round, brought together leading international and local brands to celebrate Ramadan at Dolmen with 70 high achieving students from The Citizen’s Foundation (TCF). Under the umbrella of Dolmen Cares, the collaborated activity with Dolmen Mall brand partners like Khaadi, BabyShop, OUP, McDonalds and Sindbads celebrated positive social change through education by …

DUBAI: The Emirates Airline Foundation has been recognised by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MoFAIC) for its outstanding humanitarian and outreach projects and work that spans the globe. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai; presented the award to His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Pakistan’s leading and Multi-Award winning, independent publishing house Markings Publishing will be heading to the prestigious International Gourmand Awards 2018 taking pace on the 27th of May in China. Their latest title ‘Pakistan Heritage Cuisine – A Food Story’,authored by Sayeeda Leghari,has been nominated in two categories: ‘Asian – Published in Asia’ and ‘Culinary Heritage’. Indeed, …

KARACHI: National Foods Limited has over the years evolved to bring into its fold women at every level of the organization. In line with this vision to increase the role of women at corporate level, National Foods Limited participated in the Elevate program by Circle. Elevate is Pakistan’s first Women Leadership Program. This is an ongoing program. For the first …

LAHORE: CarFirst, the leading sales platform for used cars, has joined hands with Leisure Club and Akhuwat Clothes Bank to ‘Clothe a Million Smiles’ this Ramazan. The campaign encourages people from all walks of life to donate their old clothes which will reach the homes of deserving, underprivileged people and bring smiles to their faces throughout the holy month. Leisure …

KARACHI: According to the National Education Management Information System (NEMIS), more than 22 million children in Pakistan have never seen the inside of a classroom. This leaves them destined to a cycle of illiteracy, poverty and street life. Careem has decided to become a part of the solution with The Citizen’s Foundation (TCF), one of the largest not-for-profit working for …