KARACHI: Jaffer Business Systems Ltd. (JBS) recently acquired the ‘Platinum Partner’ status of Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE). They are the first and only partners of HPE to have achieved Platinum status in Pakistan for FY20 and it is the highest level of partnership status assigned by HPE globally. This level is assigned to partners having highest level of certifications and competencies …

KARACHI:  Hyundai Nishat Motor (Private) Limited, as per commitment has commenced the deliveries of its locally assembled Hyundai Porter H-100 Pickup, after the bookings were announced open on 3rd December 2019. The 1st locally assembled vehicle was delivered to its proud customer at a graceful event held at a local dealership on 13th January, 2020. The customer was given a ceremonial Hyundai Key by …

KARACHI: Bjørn Taale Sandberg, Head of Telenor Research, revealed during his latest visit to Pakistan, the 20 technology trends that will shape the year 2020. Like the previous year, this year’s technology trends, as projected by Telenor Group’s research arm, will take a prominent lead in developing the global digital ecosystem supported by cellular service providers, device makers, and internet …

DUBAI: Credence High School, a consistently ‘GOOD’ rated CBSE curriculum school, which is home to students from over 34 nationalities, will host the sixth edition of its annual UAE Quiz Masters Tournament, the UAE’s largest inter-school quiz competition on Thursday, January 16, 2020. The popular event will be held in the school auditorium in the sprawling Credence campus in Al …

ABU DHABI:  The media plays an increasingly significant role in our lives as a trusted source for news and information, and beyond that also a source for entertainment. It is also a powerful communications platform for the society with the ability to influence people’s opinions and perceptions therefore making a significant social impact at all levels, highlighted Dr Ahmed bin …

News Desk DUBAI: With the UAE expected to introduce a new data protection law in the near future, it is crucial that businesses enhance their understanding of data privacy and its legal implications, experts from PwC Middle East explained during a recent workshop at Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s headquarters. The workshop, entitled “Data Privacy in the UAE”, was …

ABU DHABI: Etihad Guest, the award-winning loyalty programme for Etihad Airways, has inked a new partnership with Gulf Air,the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, further enhancing benefits for its members. The partnership expands on the codeshare agreement between the two airlines and provides further cooperation between the frequent flyer programmes, Etihad Guest and Falconflyer. This allows members to …

SHARJAH: H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, announced a budget with total expenses of AED29.1 billion for 2020, a 2 percent increase in comparison to its 2019 budget. The approved budget will see an increase in expenses across several sectors including infrastructure, social programs, economic activities, culture and education among others. …

DUBAI: The Mohammed bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG) – the first research and teaching institution focusing on governance and public policy in the Arab world – launched the ‘Professional Diploma’ programme, which targets high-ranking officials in the public and private sectors. Part of MBRSG’s Executive Education programmes, the new Diploma seeks to train and empower leaders of the future, …

News Desk LAHORE: All Pakistan Women Movement is an initiative that is working to promote gender inclusion in Pakistan through awareness, advocacy and capacity building of girls and women. APWM hosted a full day mega-conference on gender inclusion titled Evolve 2020 – Inspire .Include . Empower happening on January 12, 2020. The sensational event was brought to life by 30 eminent speakers from …