Greenback Capital Founder and Chairman recognised at the Indo-European Business Forum Awards 2026 alongside prominent personalities from international business, culture and public life DUBAI: Amardeep Sharma, Founder and Chairman of Greenback Capital Limited, has received the Excellence in Banking & Finance award at the Indo-European Business Forum (IEBF) Awards 2026, held at the House of Lords in London on 14 …

News Desk DUBAI: Medcare Women & Children Hospital (MWCH) in Dubai successfully treated a 47-year-old Omani woman after Dr. Azza Gouda Ibrahim, Head of the Obstetrics & Gynaecology Department, discovered 44 uterine fibroids that had significantly altered the shape of her uterus, causing persistent pelvic pain, abnormal bleeding and considerable discomfort. The patient travelled from Oman to Dubai after experiencing months of escalating symptoms, …

DUBAI: Dubai will host the 31st International Society of Hypertension Scientific Meeting, held jointly with the 17th Emirates Cardiac Society Annual Conference (ISH-ECS 2026), from 22–25 October 2026 at InterContinental Dubai Festival City. This marks the first time the international meeting has been held in the Middle East and North Africa, representing a significant milestone for the UAE and the …

By Rafiq Vayani ABU DHABI: Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) and the World Bank Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) establishing a framework for cooperation to advance sustainable economic development, strengthen resilience and improve livelihoods in developing countries. The agreement was signed on the sidelines of the 2026 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Akhtar Haji Younus Arfa has been elected President of Upleta Memon Association, Karachi, for the 2026–2028 term, leading a newly elected 13-member Managing Committee. Under the guidance of respected mentor Haji Masood Parekh, the new leadership aims to strengthen unity, promote community welfare and continue serving the Upleta Memon community through dedicated initiatives and collective efforts. …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: The Karachi Press Club Environment Committee and the Climate Action Center Karachi (CAC) held a joint training session for journalists and media professionals titled “Extreme Heat, Climate Change & Karachi” at the Karachi Press Club today. The session was among the Committee’s early initiatives and drew a full house. Led by Yasir Husain, Director of the …

DUBAI: 14 October 2026 In 1976, when the UAE was just five years old and before the Dubai World Trade Centre opened its doors, Golden Dragon was already welcoming diners to experience Chinese cuisine in the heart of Bur Dubai. Established on 14 October 1976 by the late Shri K. M. Bhatia under KM Brothers, Golden Dragon was among the …

New premium brand will develop lifestyle-led destinations in Dubai and internationally, debuting with an AED 4 billion-plus World Islands flagship DUBAI: SAMANA Developers has announced the launch of SAMANA COLLECTA, its new premium real estate brand, marking the next phase of the company’s growth and its expansion into premium, lifestyle-led development. Having established itself among Dubai’s top 10 developers and …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: SAMANA Developers CEO Imran Farooq was honoured with The Letters, presented by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. The recognition was received with sincere gratitude and appreciation, reflecting the significance of the gesture and the value of wisdom, leadership and inspiration in …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/KUALA LUMPUR: The Arabia CSR Network proudly concluded the 19th Cycle of the Arabia CSR & Sustainability Awards with a prestigious ceremony held under the patronage and presence of H.H. Engr. Sheikh Salem bin Sultan bin Saqr Al Qasimi, President of Ras Al Khaimah Civil Aviation Authority and Member of the Executive Council of the Government of …