News Desk DUBAI: Emirates Global Aluminium, the largest industrial company in the United Arab Emirates outside oil and gas, welcomes Emirates Nuclear Energy Company (ENEC) as the latest member of the Challenger Programme which promotes gender diversity across UAE industry. The Challenger Programme, under the patronage of the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, was launched in November 2023. The …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/DIRIYAH: Diriyah Company has signed a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Saudi Research and Media Group (SRMG) to expand collaboration in the media sector and deliver innovative projects and initiatives that further solidify Diriyah’s standing as a global destination of historical and cultural significance. The MoU also aims to amplify cultural and national narratives, reaching …

News Desk DUBAI: Following the success of MongoDB Day in Dubai earlier this year and the announcement of its strategic partnership with MoroHub, MongoDB is significantly expanding its presence across the Middle East and Africa. The company has seen a strong upward trajectory in both customer growth and regional hiring, reinforcing its commitment to supporting digital transformation at scale across the public …

VILNIUS, Lithuania: Deus X Pay, a licensed provider of stablecoin payment solutions, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Phenix Jet Cayman, a leader in bespoke private aviation services recognised for its exceptional offerings. This collaboration will enable Phenix Jet Cayman to accept cryptocurrency payments, thereby enhancing the convenience and security of transactions for its elite clients. Phenix Jet …

News Desk DUBAI: Huawei will host its “Ride the Wind” Innovative Product launch on September 19 in Paris, France. The event will see the unveiling of the brand-new HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 series, which provides cutting-edge fitness and health features, as well as the highly anticipated smartphone and tablet products. Since first entering the smart wearables market in 2015, Huawei has introduced a wide range of products that were well received by consumers worldwide. …

By Rafiq Vayani MUSCAT: SalamAir, Oman’s low-cost airline, has launched its exciting “Breaking Fares” campaign, giving travelers the chance to fly to amazing destinations at fares starting from OMR 19.99. The campaign connects passengers from Muscat to different cities across its wide network, including Doha, Dubai, Alexandria, Kuwait, Dammam, Hyderabad, Calicut, Bengaluru, Chennai, Jaipur, Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, Tehran, Shiraz, Delhi, Sialkot, …

KARACHI: The Consulate General of Malaysia in Karachi successfully hosted the ASEAN Friendship Bowling Tournament 2025 on Saturday, 23 August 2025. It was the third instalment of this annual tradition since 2023, in commemoration of ASEAN Day on 8 August. The tournament took place at Royal Rodale, DHA,  showcasing camaraderie, cultural diplomacy and people-to-people engagement. This year’s tournament included, for …

KARACHI: National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) on the occasion of 78th Independence Day of Pakistan, and its 75th anniversary, launched the NBP Amirah PayPak Pink Debit Card, the country’s first PayPak debit card exclusively for women who hold an Aitemad Islamic Amirah account. This unique card is designed to give women greater convenience, security, and financial independence, along with special …

KARACHI: The Pakistan Freelancers Association (PAFLA) and the National Incubation Center (NIC) Karachi have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly promote entrepreneurship and provide mentorship opportunities to freelancers and startups across Pakistan. The strategic partnership aims to empower young entrepreneurs with guidance, training, and resources to build sustainable businesses in the digital economy. Under the MoU, PAFLA and …

دبي، الإمارات العربية المتحدة — ظهرت اثنتان من أضخم وأندر الأحجار الكريمة الطبيعية في العالم لأول مرة في الإمارات، في حدث يُعتبر علامة فارقة في تاريخ صناعة الأحجار الكريمة عالميًا. مقيم في الإمارات من أصول سريلانكية أصبح الآن المالك الوحيد المسجل في موسوعة غينيس للأرقام القياسية لهذين الحجرين الاستثنائيين: أكبر حجر ياقوت نجمي أسود طبيعي في العالم المسمى “نجمة إيفا …