News Desk ABU DHABI: MBME Pay Payment Services Provider – Sole Proprietorship L.L.C. (“MBME Pay”), a wholly owned subsidiary of MBME Group PJSC, has received its Payment Service Provider license (Category 3) from the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) to conduct Merchant Acquiring and Payment Aggregation activities. This license elevates MBME Pay into an exclusive group of fully regulated …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: On 8 April 2026, Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya graciously presided over the opening of “Thailand Gallery” at the Royal Thai Embassy in The Hague. The event was attended by members of the diplomatic corps, representatives of international organizations, leading figures from the design community and senior executives from both Thai and Dutch private …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Al Habtoor Group announced a landmark investment exceeding AED 5 billion in Dubai’s real estate sector, further reinforcing its long-standing confidence in the strength, resilience, and global appeal of the emirate’s investment environment. The Group confirmed that the investment will be directed towards the development of a new landmark commercial tower within Al Habtoor City, located …

Amid increasing pressure and uncertainty across schools and workplaces in the UAE, Future Wellbeing has introduced a structured and scalable human capacity framework in collaboration with Healthy Minds Club UAE, designed to implement a structured and scalable human capacity model across communities, schools, and workplaces. This initiative combines Future Wellbeing’s system-level human capacity framework with expert-led delivery through Healthy Minds …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: During his memorable wedding celebrations in April 2026, Muhammad Subayyal Siraj delighted guests with the special unveiling of his beautifully produced video song “Shiza,” a heartfelt musical tribute dedicated to his bride. Sung by Subayyal Siraj himself, the song featured composition and direction by Ahsan Idris Khan, with music also arranged by Ahsan Idris Khan, while …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Primark, the international fashion retailer known for its affordable fashion and everyday essentials, has officially opened its second store in Dubai in partnership with Alshaya Group, at City Centre Mirdif. Arriving just two weeks after Primark’s highly anticipated UAE debut at Dubai Mall, this second store opening highlights the brand’s ongoing commitment to the region. The …

DUBAI: In light of the rapid evolution of technology, Mohammed Omar Bin Haider (MOBH) Holding Group is reinforcing its long-term commitment to Artificial Intelligence (AI) by integrating AI-powered roles across its operations. The Group has introduced AI robots as part of its workforce, positioning itself among the first organizations in the UAE to formally embed AI within its operational structure …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/KARACHI: On Saturday, 4th April 2026, at the Old Palm Plot, Clifton, came alive in a vibrant burst of color, music, and celebration as families and friends gathered for the Grand Mehendi & Musical Night of Muhammad Subayyal Siraj, beloved son of Mr. & Mrs. Siraj Iqbal, with Shiza, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Muhammad Rizwan Amiwala. …

DUBAI: Union Coop approved the distribution of a 14% cash dividend on share capital, alongside a 5% return on shareholders’ purchases. The resolution was passed at the ‘General Assembly meeting’ held, both in person at the ‘Dubai Chambers’ and virtually. During the meeting, shareholders approved the Board of Directors’ report for 2025, as well as the audited financial statements for …

By Rafiq Vayani DOHA: The annual “Qatar Economic Forum, Powered by Bloomberg” (the “Forum”), held in collaboration with Qatar’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry (“MOCI”), originally scheduled to take place from May 12–14, 2026, will be postponed to later this year in Doha. The new dates and updated program will be confirmed in due course. This decision has been taken …