By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Al Tayer Motors, the official Ford Trucks importer-distributor in the United Arab Emirates has won the prestigious Champions Award 2024 for its overall performance in Sales, After-Sales Services, and Marketing. It is the only distributor in the Middle East to receive this accolade for the seventh time. The win comes even as Al Tayer Motors recorded …

KARACHI: As digital devices become indispensable to everyday life, Daraz Pakistan has partnered with Jubilee General Insurance to launch a seamless Device Insurance solution that safeguards customers’ investments from unexpected risks. This new offering is designed to provide customers with complete peace of mind when purchasing electronic devices online by protecting their investment from unforeseen and sudden risks. This initiative reflects Daraz’s …

ISLAMABAD: The Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) is deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives and widespread devastation caused by recent flash floods and torrential rains in various parts of Pakistan. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families, and the many communities facing hardship as a result of these catastrophic events. These recurring …

DUBAI: What a “smurftastic” day at Reem Mall. A special ribbon-cutting ceremony was hosted yesterday, 17 July 2025, marking the official opening of the first-ever Smurfs live stage show at Reem Mall, Abu Dhabi. The event was honoured by the presence of Mr Joren Selleslaghs, Chargé d’Affaires a.i. of the Embassy of Belgium to the United Arab Emirates, who joined …

News Desk KARACHI: The Aga Khan University (AKU) is proud to announce that its innovative digital health solution, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Electronic Immunization Registry (KP-EIR), has received a Merit honour at the prestigious Spring 2025 Digital Health Awards®. This international competition, presented by the Digital Health Resource Center (dHRC), recognizes the world’s best digital health resources. The KP-EIR, a customized …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has won two Reuters Global Energy Transition Awards 2025, presented by Thomson Reuters, the international news agency. DEWA received the awards in recognition of its efforts to advance sustainability. The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, implemented by DEWA, won the ‘Low Carbon Energy Generation’ award, while DEWA’s Sustainability and …

By Moossa M Alavi Founder and CEO of Techbot ERP The UAE is fast becoming a fertile ground for tech innovation, particularly among startups seeking agility, scalability, and cost-efficiency. At the heart of this digital evolution lies Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) — an enabler that is rapidly reshaping business operations across industries. In recent years, the SaaS market has been growing at …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: The Consulate General of Indonesia in Karachi, in collaboration with Afzaal Memorial Thalassemia Foundation (AMTF), invites you to participate in a Blood Donation Drive to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Indonesia. The blood donation drive to held on Saturday, 26 July 2025 from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM at the Indonesian Consulate General …

News Desk DUBAI: If you’re planning a Dubai getaway that’s got a little bit of everything, world-class shopping, unique experiences, amazing eats, and plush places to stay, Al Barsha should be high on your list. Right at its heart is the iconic Mall of the Emirates, a place where you can ski in the desert, shop the world’s top brands, or …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: ‘Emirates First’ was officially opened today at Terminal 3, Dubai International (DXB), offering a luxurious and unique airport experience for Emirates’ First Class customers and Skywards Platinum members. The check-in area has been meticulously upgraded with an opulent and refined private seating area, offering an exclusive check in process. As the world’s largest operator of international …