By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Pakistani finance leader, author, and public thought leader Asma Jan Muhammad has been honored with the Overseas Excellence Award by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan in recognition of her distinguished international achievements, leadership contributions, and continued impact on the global professional landscape. A dual-qualified Chartered Accountant (ICAEW & ICAP) with an MBA in International …

News Desk DUBAI: Demonstrating its commitment to fostering financial literacy and empowering the next generation, Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the Middle East, North Africa and Türkiye (MENAT) region, has announced its participation in the second annual Global Money Week being held in the UAE. As a Flagship Partner and Gold Sponsor, the bank will support Zoud, The …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Standard Chartered Bank hosted a focused client event in Karachi for members of the North Karachi Association of Trade and Industry (NKATI), a key trade body representing one of the city’s most important SME and industrial business communities. The event was held to strengthen engagement with NKATI members, support the onboarding of new SME clients, and …

KARACHI: Engro Vopak Terminal Limited (EVTL) and Engro Elengy Terminal Limited (EETL) hosted an industry-wide event in Karachi, bringing together key stakeholders from Pakistan’s terminals and maritime ecosystem to recognize the role of critical terminal infrastructure in supporting national economic progress, energy security and everyday life across the country. The event was attended by Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad …

Dubai’s real estate market shows higher YoY value growth and resilient buyer interest, with off-plan activity accounting for the majority of market demand DUBAI: Whitewill, the international luxury real estate agency for developers and partners operating across the UK, USA, and UAE markets, has published its latest Dubai Real Estate Market Overview, offering insights into off-plan and secondary residential sales …

By Rafiq Vayani RIYADH: To ensure an optimal experience for the pilgrims, the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has emphasized that obtaining Hajj permits through official channels is a prerequisite for accessing all healthcare, logistics, and hospitality services. The Ministry explained that the official Hajj visa allows for a synchronized journey, integrated with the Kingdom’s sophisticated crowd-control and transportation …

News Desk GENEVA: As urbanization accelerates and cities face growing challenges, 20 United Nations organizations and a group of leading urban experts have called on governments, mayors, and the private sector to unlock the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital innovation to shape the future of city living. The message was at the heart of events for the 3rd …

أعلنت شركة نيوبري للتطوير العقاري رسمياً عن إطلاق سلسلة مشاريعها السكنية الجديدة تحت اسم “شابتر”، ما يمثل خطوة هامة في استراتيجية توسع الشركة ضمن سوق العقارات المتطور بسرعة في دبي.ويمثل هذا الإطلاق الظهور الأول لمشروع من سلسلة “شابتر” في منطقة الورسان 4، والتي تقع ضمن المرحلة الثانية من المدينة العالمية، حيث يقدم هذا المشروع مفهوماً سكنياً عصرياً يتمحور حول “الفخامة …

DUBAI: Dubai Airports (DA) has been recognised as a 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) winner, placing the organisation among a select group of international employers that record the highest levels of employee engagement. DA sits in the 77th percentile in this competitive benchmark, with a score of 74% for employee engagement, up from 71% in 2025, reflecting a significant …

DUBAI: Newbury Developments has officially announced the launch of its new residential project series under the name “Chapter”, marking a significant step in the company’s expansion strategy within Dubai’s rapidly evolving real estate market. The launch represents the debut of the first “Chapter” project in Al Warsan 4, located within the second phase of International City, introducing a modern residential …