KARACHI: Pakistan Freelancers Association (PAFLA) and SI Global Solutions have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to foster collaboration aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s rapidly growing freelancing ecosystem. Chairman Pakistan Freelancers Association (PAFLA), Ibrahim Amin, and CEO SI Global Solutions, Dr Noman A Said, signed the MoU recently in Karachi. The agreement outlines a framework for joint initiatives, including training workshops, …

News Desk DUBAI, United Arab Emirates: Object 1 has officially announced the 100% completion of RA1N Residence, the developer’s residential project in Dubai. The delivery signifies the company’s evolution from project launches to the successful handover of homes, solidifying its reputation as a reliable player in the city’s fast-moving real estate sector. Located in District 12 of Jumeirah Village Circle …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/LAHORE: Pepsi has joined the HBL Pakistan Super League as the Official Beverage and Entertainment partner for 11th, 12th and 13th editions of the tournament, the Pakistan Cricket Board announced on Monday. As Pepsi continues to be the most loved beverage of Pakistan, its partnership with one of the top T20 leagues and country’s biggest sporting extravaganza will diversify …

Across the GCC, national growth strategies, with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, the UAE’s National AI Strategy 2031, and Qatar’s national roadmap, place AI at the centre of economic diversification. McKinsey estimates AI adoption at roughly 84% across GCC organisations, with a potential $320 billion economic impact for the Middle East by 2030. As deployment accelerates, regulatory compliance is a defining …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: When staying closer to home feels like the right kind of escape, The H Dubai on Sheikh Zayed Road makes it effortless. With residents-only rates from AED 450 per night, reflecting savings of up to 20%, you can check in anytime and enjoy a full 24 hours from arrival — giving you more time to rest, reconnect and enjoy …

By Rafiq Vayani BARCELONA/DUBAI: Huawei unveiled the future at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026 in Barcelona, Spain. Under the theme “Now Is Yours”, Huawei showcased a dazzling array of products, including smartphones, PCs, tablets, watches, and earbuds. The tech giant highlighted its latest breakthroughs in foldable screen technology, fitness and health, mobile imaging, productivity, and creativity, presenting a bold vision …

Emphasizes Local Products Key to Food Security DUBAI: Union Coop confirmed that its food supply system is operating normally and that strategic stocks of essential goods and consumer products are sufficient to meet demand for extended periods. The cooperative said supply and distribution operations are continuing according to approved plans, with ongoing coordination with federal and local authorities to ensure …

Across the UAE, Paris Society (formerly Rikas Hospitality Group) continues to create thoughtful dining experiences where people can gather, share meals, and spend time together in welcoming surroundings. Whether enjoying favourite dishes at home or meeting around the table, the group’s restaurants remain places where everyday moments of hospitality continue to unfold. With Eid and UAE Mother’s Day approaching, the venues offer opportunities …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: NKEY Architects, the international full-cycle architecture and design company, is building on its Dubai-headquartered growth trajectory with more than 250 active projects across the UAE and over 60 completed to date. As regional attention turns to resilience, continuity, and long-term confidence, the firm’s continued expansion highlights Dubai’s role as a stable base for growth, design leadership, …

Web Desk ABU DHABI: e& UAE, the flagship telecom arm of global technology group e&, and Khalifa University jointly launched a white paper, “6G AI-Native Networks: Architecture, Intelligence, and the Path to Autonomous Connectivity”. The white paper offers a comprehensive blueprint for AI-native 6G networks, a transformative architecture that redefines connectivity by embedding intelligence as a foundational property of the network …