The Indonesian Consulate in Karachi, in collaboration with the Policy Advisory and Research Council of the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI), hosted a pivotal session titled “Bilateral Talks: Addressing Challenges and Identifying Solutions to Promote Trade Relations between Indonesia and Pakistan” at the Pearl Continental Hotel. This important event aimed to strengthen trade ties between the two nations …

ISLAMABAD: Telenor Microfinance Bank (TMB), operator of Pakistan’s leading digital financial services platform easypaisa has been awarded the prestigious ISO/IEC 27001:2022 by Risk Associates, a leading certification body accredited by UKAS. The certification ceremony which took place at TMB’s Islamabad office, marked a significant milestone in the bank’s commitment to data security excellence. Key stakeholders from both organizations attended, including Aziz …

The Aga Khan University Institute for Educational Development (AKU-IED), in collaboration with the U.S. Consulate in Peshawar, honoured its Climate Action Fellows and showcased their groundbreaking action plans at an event in Chitral, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP).  The top 10 plans will receive funding for implementation, a significant step towards creating a more sustainable and resilient future. This marks a significant …

DUBAI: Celebrating World Chocolate Day on 7 July, Emirates is taking note of customer consumption of the decadent delight – with 45 million pieces of luxury chocolate consumed onboard last year by customers in all classes, as well as an array of delectable desserts. Sweetening the ‘fly better’ experience, Emirates serves artisan chocolate as part of the signature meal service in all classes, …

Shell Pakistan Limited (SPL) launches Pakistan’s first-ever recycled plastic retail site, Malik Service Station at Shahrah-e-Faisal, Karachi. This initiative aligns with SPL’s commitment towards sustainability; and promotes circular economy and environmentally friendly practices. The organization collaborated with Dabeer Hemani and Syed Ali Naqi, cofounders of Concept Loop, and Shell Tameer alumnus to bring this vision to life. The construction of …

Over 80,000 attendees are expected to participate KARACHI: His Holiness Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin, the leader of the Dawoodi Bohra community has chosen Karachi as the venue for the annual 10-day Moharram congregations – known as Ashara Mubaraka in the community – held at the beginning of the Islamic year 1446H. The Government of Pakistan and the Dawoodi Bohra community in …

Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi hosted a condolence reference to late labor leader and human rights Activist, Karamat Ali at Auditorium I. Event featured tributes from various prominent figures, including President Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi Muhammad Ahmed Shah, Hussain Naqi, Dr. Syed Jaffar Ahmed, Mazhar Abbas, Shah Muhammad Shah, Nasir Mansoor, Salam Dharejo, Sheema Kermani, Aqila Naz, Qamarul Hassan, …

DOHA: Gold Apple, one of the largest global beauty omni-retailers which recently launched in the Middle East, hosted its second edition of Beauty Days at Doha Festival City. The three-day event, celebrating the summer season, was packed with exciting activities and workshops featuring local and regional beauty experts. Highlights included makeup artists Safee AlDawde and Salima Aliani presenting the latest summer makeup trends. Guests …

ISLAMABAD: Saudi, one of the top international destinations for Pakistani travellers, has eased tourist visa requirements with immediate effect, where applicants can now submit a bank statement showing a minimum monthly credit amount of USD 750 or its equivalent. Pakistani tourist arrivals to Saudi grew 43% in 2023 compared with the previous year. Saudi is aiming to welcome 2.7 million …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/MILAN: beOnd Airlines, the world’s first premium leisure airline, begins service today between Milan-Malpensa to Malé, Maldives. “Customers in Milan want luxury options to the Maldives for them, their friends, and their families,” said Tero Taskila, CEO of beOnd. “Our goal has been to exceed every expectation of our customers from the moment they book with us until they arrive …