KARACHI: Pakistan contains a diverse topography of geographical features and is home to incredibly diverse flora and fauna. Over the last century, lack of understanding and awareness has led to human practices that have exploited the country’s natural resources without replenishing them. A growing population and increasing infrastructure needs have also led to the decimation of animal habitats and forests, and …

KARACHI: With over three decades of experience in organizing and managing both local and international events, Shanaz Ramzi, CEO STARLINKS PR & Events is setting formidable benchmarks in the event management and PR industry by attaining back-to-back recognition this year. Global Business Insight Awards 2018 certified Shanaz Ramzi in ‘Most Innovative in Social Media Management Services 2018 – Pakistan’ category, …

ISLAMABAD: International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI) and Airlangga University of Indonesia have agreed to work on exchange of delegations, bilateral cooperation in research and join projects for academic excellence. A 9 member delegation from Airlangga University of Indonesia visited IIUI Tuesday and met with IIUI Rector Dr. Masoom Yasinzai, President IIUI, Dr. Ahmed Yousif Al-Draiweesh, Vice Presidents, Deans, DGs, Head of …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hospitality company and a member of Dubai Holding, announced the launch of Jumeirah Nanjing on September 10.  Under the direction of Jumeirah CEO, José Silva, the Group is in a phase of accelerated expansion and this new Jumeirah branded property in China represents an important deliverable in achieving the brand’s global growth …

KARACHI: A.F. Ferguson & Co. celebrated its 125 years of professional services at a gathering at a local hotel, Karachi. The event was attended by a large number of people from business community, corporates, banks and former and current partners and employees of the firm. The firm recognized all its former partner for their significant contributions to the firm in …

KARACHI: Meezan Bank Limited has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Honda Atlas Cars Pakistan Ltd to provide exclusive value-added services to its customers. Arshad Majeed Group Head Consumer Finance, Meezan Bank signed the MoU along with Hironobu Yoshmimura CEO of Honda Atlas Cars Pakistan at Honda Atlas Head Office, Lahore with their respective senior team members. As per …

DUBAI: HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Major General Abdullah Khalifa, Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police General HQ launched the Traffic Incidents Management Unit vehicle. The Unit’s vehicles will be deployed on a 70 km stretch of the Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road on a trial base for …

KARACHI: Khaadi, Pakistan’s premier fashion brand announced that it will donate rupees 30 million for the DiamerBasha and Mohmand Dam Fund. The announcement was made during a fund raising ceremony at the Governor House Karachi as part of Prime Minister, Imran Khan’s scheduled visit. The donation amount was revealed following the August 14th pledge of Khaadi’s contributing its Independence Day …

KARACHI: Aiming to bridge business communities of USA and Pakistan, America-Pakistan (AM-Pak) Business Development Forum has appointed Chairman Public Relations (PR) Standing Committee of Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FPCCI), former education minister & former advisor of Habib Bank Shujat Ali Baig as President of its Pakistan Chapter. Forum has also appointed Secretary of FPCCI PR Standing …

DUBAI: Sunrise sessions with At the Top, Burj Khalifa are back! Early risers can now view the magical and colorful sunrise hues from Level 124 from 5.30am. Visitors can also enjoy a tasty light breakfast at The Café, every Friday and Saturday morning throughout winter. Adult tickets are priced at AED 135 per person, with children AED 100 per person both including …