Financial inclusion remains one of the UAE’s most urgent socio-economic priorities as the country continues pushing digital transformation and strengthening worker welfare frameworks. With more than 60% of the UAE workforce earning under AED 5,000, the way salaries are paid, accessed, and used has become central to sustainable labour reform. While the Wage Protection System (WPS) has delivered near-universal digital …

News Desk DUBAI: flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, and Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced a new collaboration to advance the airline’s digital capabilities and enhance its customer journey through AWS’s cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) services, reinforcing the airline’s commitment to driving innovation. The signing ceremony was attended by Mohammed Hareb AlMheiri, Chief Procurement & Technology Officer at flydubai, and Werner …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates and Dubai Humanitarian have established an airbridge to Sri Lanka, transporting urgent relief aid to support those affected by the devastating Cyclone Ditwah. For the next two weeks, Emirates will offer over 100 tonnes of cargo space free of charge across its daily passenger flights to Sri Lanka, enabling Dubai Humanitarian and its associates to …

Web Desk SHARJAH: The Sharjah Shopping Promotions 2025–2026, a flagship annual retail event organised by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), continues its festivities across the emirate’s regions and cities, offering unique and engaging shopping and entertainment experiences that blend enjoyment with value. Suyoh Mall hosted, yesterday evening, a key interactive activation as part of this season. The …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/RIYADH: As the Middle East’s gift card and incentive market accelerates toward USD 38 billion by 2030, businesses across the UAE and Saudi Arabia are transforming how they reward employees and customers. According to new data from Mordor Intelligence, the gift card and incentive card market in the GCC is valued at USD 24.9 billion in 2025 …

Championing Ocean Regeneration and Sustainable Maritime Growth RIYADH: Bahri, the Kingdom’s leading shipping and logistics provider, is proud to announce that it has signed on to the WAVE initiative, a Collective Action Platform dedicated to achieving ocean regeneration within a human generation. The initiative, launched by Her Royal Highness Princess Reema Bint Bandar Al Saud, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ambassador …

LAHORE: MG Pakistan, in collaboration with JW SEZ, has announced the introduction of the SGMW Binguo EV, a B‑segment hatchback developed by SAIC‑GM‑Wuling (SGMW). The MG Bingou would be available at an attractive retail price Rs. 5,999,000. MG has started the booking at Rs. 1.2 million advance amount while the delivery may start by Q1 2026. The vehicle was on …

The excessive use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides has severely contaminated food, resulting in the spread of serious diseases among children and youth. These views were expressed by Abdul Wali Khan, Founder and Lead Trainer of Green Minds Pakistan, while addressing students during a three-week Environmental Awareness Workshop Series held at AK Schooling System, Landhi. During the sessions, students were …

By Hina Asif KARACHI: The NITHM Institute marked a significant milestone with the successful grand opening ceremony held in joint collaboration with Real ChampionsPK. The event brought together leading culinary professionals, industry stakeholders, and distinguished guests to celebrate the launch of a new chapter in hospitality and culinary education. Chef Hamza Abid Rafique, Chairman and Founder of Real ChampionsPK, along with Noor-ul-Amin, …

سجّلت شركة “بن غاطي” إنجازًا عالميًا جديدًا بعد إتمام بيع أغلى بنتهاوس في دبي والشرق الأوسط بقيمة 550 مليون درهم داخل مشروع “بوغاتي ريزيدنسز من بن غاطي” في منطقة الخليج التجاري، لترسّخ الشركة موقعها في مقدّمة مطوري العقارات الفاخرة في المنطقة.ويأتي هذا الإنجاز ليؤكد الدور الريادي الذي تلعبه بن غاطي في إعادة صياغة مفهوم العقارات فائقة الفخامة، ويرسّخ قدرتها على …