KARACHI: The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the First Women Bank to provide work from home opportunities to CA Women members. This MoU was signed by Riaz A. Rehman Chamdia, President ICAP and Tahira Raza, President & CEO of First Women Bank Limited.  Hina Usmani, Chairperson CA Women’s Committee, Abdul Malik, Chief Operating Officer …

LAHORE: One of Pakistan’s leading fashion and lifestyle consultant, Maria Asif Baig launched her brand MANARA with its debut Eid Festive Luxury Lawn Collection 2018, Daastan Dosti Ki through a media preview followed by Iftar at The Nishat Hotel, Lahore. Available for pre-booking at https://www.facebook.com/manarabymaria, MANARA’s debut luxury lawn collection Daastan Dosti Ki is inspired by, and dedicated to, Maria’s …

DUBAI: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has started fitting taxis affiliated to the Public Transport Agency with surveillance cameras as a part of its efforts to improve the level of public transportations services. Through these cameras, RTA can monitor the conduct of taxi drivers and verify the extent of their compliance with the professional driving standards as well as …

DUBAI: The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently hosted a knowledge sharing seminar at its premises which gathered members of Dubai’s business community and highlighted global best practices in engaging Emirati women in development. The event, organised by the Dubai Chamber Sustainability Network Task Force on Emirati Women Engagement in Development, included presentations from Aramex, Empower and HSBC Middle …

MUSCAT: In the true spirit of Ramadan, HUAWEI Consumer Business Group (CBG) is expressing its gratitude to its users, taking the opportunity to SayShukran to Huawei fans across the region. During this special time of reflection, devotion and generosity, Huawei re-emphasizes its commitment to serving its customers with dedication and pride, to enrich their daily digital life. “The Middle East …

LAHORE: Emirates Skywards has made it even easier to redeem reward flights and earn travel and lifestyle rewards by giving members more flexibility in managing their Skywards Miles. Members of Emirates’ award-winning loyalty programme can now buy, gift or transfer miles to their loved ones at a more attractive rate. The cost of buying or gifting miles has been adjusted …

DUBAI: Dubai SME, the agency of the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, has announced the licensing of the first business incubator in Dubai following the introduction of the ‘ Incubators and Business Accelerators’ regulations. The regulations were introduced to ensure necessary guidance and mentoring support to SMEs, streamline …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: The energetic and ever-popular Dubai based radio jockey, Priti Malik has been appointed as the voice and face of Chery. Speaking on her latest role, an excited Priti said “I’m excited to be working with one of China’s hottest brands and connecting with Chery drivers as their brand ambassador.” Born to Indian-born parents, Priti was raised …

KARACHI: The month of Ramadan in the Islamic calendar is filled with very delightful and enjoyable customs to Muslims worldwide, making the celebrations unique and vibrant in every country. Pearl Continental Hotel Karachi – Pakistan, welcomes Ramadan 2018 with an array of Suhoor and Iftar Dinner offerings during the holy month at Marquee. PC Karachi is the only 5* hotel …

DUBAI: ASDA’A Burson-Marsteller, the region’s leading public relations consultancy, has won ‘Best Campaign – Middle East/Africa’ for its 9th Annual ASDA’A Burson-Marsteller Arab Youth Survey at the 2018 PRWeek Global Awards held in London on Tuesday night. The ground-breaking study, which provides evidence-based insights into the attitudes of Arab youth, is based on data from 3,500 face-to-face interviews with young …