News Desk KARACHI: Professor Karim Damji has been appointed as the Dean of the Medical College, Pakistan. A globally respected clinician, academic and leader, Dr Damji brings decades of experience and a longstanding commitment to AKU’s mission. He will assume the role on August 11, 2025. Dr Damji is the inaugural Laila Endowed Chair of the Department of Ophthalmology and …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: The Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) successfully organised its 3rd Panel Discussion of the year under the powerful theme: “Your Waste, My Treasure: Advancing Circular Economy through Waste Valorisation.” The event that took place on 25th June 2025 was hosted by Dubai Chambers, it brought together a diverse group of experts, youth, and sustainability stakeholders to explore …

News Desk ABU DHABI: Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, presented the award of Hilal-e-Quaid-e-Azam, to H.E. Mohamed Saif Al Suwaidi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) today in Abu Dhabi. The Government of Pakistan conferred the award of Hilal-e-Quaid-e-Azam upon H.E. Mohamed Saif Al Suwaidi in acknowledgment of his exceptional contributions to the …

News Desk ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has begun operating its iconic Airbus A380 on daily flights to Toronto, boosting capacity by 31% and marking a new chapter in the airline’s long-standing commitment to Canada ahead of its 20th anniversary. Etihad’s famous big bird was welcomed with a water-cannon salute at Toronto Pearson International …

Union Coop remains dedicated to offering the best products and services at high quality and fair prices, in line with its responsibility as a national institution supporting societal and economic stability DUBAI: Union Coop has reiterated its full readiness and operational preparedness to ensure the continued availability of essential consumer goods in light of ongoing regional tensions. The retail cooperative …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Object 1 has announced the launch of ALTA V1EW, a striking 54-storey residential tower set in District 10 of Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC). Designed to bring panoramic perspectives and serene elegance to everyday life, ALTA V1EW represents the next chapter in Object 1’s commitment to lifestyle-focused, purpose-driven, and globally-minded real estate narrative. The development is scheduled …

أطلقت رسمياً شركة منام – الاسم الجدير بالثقة في قطاع العقارات العُماني، والتي أنجزت أكثر من 50 مشروعاً سكنياً وتجارياً ناجحاً في دبي، الإمارات العربية المتحدة، مشروع “منام بيرل” بتاريخ 24 يونيو 2025، وهو مشروع سكني جديد بقيمة 175 مليون درهم إماراتي في منطقة الفرجان، أحد أسرع أحياء دبي نمواً وترابطاً. اختُتم حفل الإطلاق الأنيق بنجاح باهر في فندق بالاتزو …

News Desk DUBAI: Manam, a trusted name in Oman’s real estate sector with over 50 successful residential and commercial projects delivered, has officially launched “Manam Pearl”, a new AED 175 million residential development in Al Furjan, one of Dubai’s most rapidly growing and well-connected neighborhoods. The elegant launch event concluded on a high note at the stylish Palazzo Versace hotel, …

Emerging Travel Group, a global travel tech company operating the brands RateHawk, ZenHotels, and Roundtrip, has announced a strategic senior-level appointment to its B2B team. Astrid Kastberg joins the company as the Managing Director of RateHawk, a B2B booking system for travel professionals in over 120 countries. In her new role, Astrid will lead and expand the B2B division, which …

By Rafiq Vayani AJMAN: Ajman Transport Authority has announced the launch of a new taxi-hailing service in the emirate through the  “Yango” app, part of the global technology company Yango Group, which enables users to book and track taxis in Ajman. This initiative aligns with the Government of Ajman’s vision to enhance digital transformation and implement smart city concepts. This …