KARACHI: ABHI Microfinance Bank Limited has entered into an agreement with the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) to provide Earned Wage Access (EWA) services to its employees, enabling them to access a portion of their earned salaries before the end of the monthly pay cycle. The collaboration establishes a framework through which PEMRA employees can avail short-term salary advances …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/JEDDAH: flyadeal, Saudi Arabia’s fast-growing low-cost airline, is launching scheduled flights between Jeddah and Dubai, and reinstating services between the Saudi capital and Dubai, effective 15 April 2026. Expanding Dubai operations further strengthens connectivity between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates. The new Jeddah route marks an important expansion of flyadeal’s presence in the …

Customers can invest 24K gold starting from AED 10 with physical delivery at their doorsteps Web Desk DUBAI: e& money, the fintech arm of e&,  launched a new digital gold investment offering in partnership with SafeGold, enabling customers in the UAE to buy and sell 24-karat (24K) gold with the highest purity of 99.99 per cent directly through the e& money app. Customers can start …

News Desk KARACHI: FrieslandCampina Engro Pakistan Limited (FCEPL), a leading multinational in the dairy and nutrition sector, has announced a strategic partnership with A2Z Energy Systems to implement a 2MW solar photovoltaic (PV) plant integrated with a 4MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). The deployment marks a significant step in FCEPL’s long-term commitment to its decarbonization strategy and to its …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Season 5 of the biggest cricket league in the Gulf region – the second-most watched T20 league in the world – DP World International League T20 will begin on Sunday, 22 November 2026. The six-team, 34-match tournament, which has featured some of the biggest T20 stars over the years, will climax with the Season 5 finale …

DUBAI: Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) Free Zone has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Wio Bank PJSC to provide streamlined digital banking solutions and financial services for companies operating within its jurisdiction. The partnership will simplify access to banking services for businesses establishing or operating within the free zone, further strengthening the ecosystem supporting entrepreneurs, start-ups, and established …

ISLAMABAD: Superior Consulting (Pvt.) Ltd. is set to hold its 65th One-to-One Immigration and Study Abroad Seminar in Islamabad on April 18 and 19, offering pre-booked face-to-face consultations for professionals, families, and students seeking informed guidance on overseas opportunities. To be held at Ramada, Islamabad, the two-day engagement will focus on immigration planning, study abroad options, visit pathways, and broader …

News Desk DUBAI: Dubai Chambers recently held a meeting with the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) Shanghai to explore ways to strengthen economic ties and enhance trade and investment cooperation between the business communities in Dubai and China. The meeting was attended by H.E. Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, and Yang …

Sport Desk COLOMBO: The South Asian Ju-Jitsu Championship 2026 officially commenced at the Digana Sports Complex, Sri Lanka, featuring participation from leading athletes and officials across the South Asian region. The championship opened on a high note, showcasing top-level competition across multiple disciplines, including Duo System, Fighting, and Youth divisions. Pakistani delegation comprising a contingent of only 11 athletes, delivered …

KARACHI: Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi’s Music Committee organised a classical music-based “Musical Baithak” at the Haseena Moin Hall, drawing a large number of artists, literary figures, and music enthusiasts. Renowned classical vocalist Ustad Fateh Ali Khan captivated the audience with a mesmerising performance. He began with Raag Vanti and went on to present Basant Bahar and a thumri, winning …