By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates Islamic, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, announced that it has won ‘Best Islamic Bank for SMEs’ and ‘Best Bond Issue of the Year’ at the MEA Finance Awards 2024. The bank was recognised as ‘Best Islamic Bank for SMEs’ for its strong proposition for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and …

News Desk DUBAI: In today’s world, where nearly everything is connected online, securing digital communication is more important than ever. UNEY is leading the charge with its innovative platforms that make communication safer, simpler, and more reliable. Designed to meet the unique needs of businesses and everyday users alike, the organisation is creating a future where communication is secure, no …

News Desk KARACHI: On Wednesday, 25th December to celebrate the occasion of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah’s birthday and to pay tribute to the founder of the nation, Mayor Karachi, Barrister Murtaza Wahab, Abdul Basit M I Mundia and Team Voice of Karachi (VOK) inaugurated Jinnah’s monument. We are grateful to the Mayor of Karachi for his continuous support toward VOK. …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi organized a Youm-e-Tashakkur (Thanksgiving Day) at the Jaun Elia Lawn to celebrate its landslide victory in the 2025-26 elections. The event began with a Quranic recitation, followed by a cake-cutting ceremony to mark the birthday of the Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah (Father of the Nation), and the celebration of Christmas. The …

News Desk ABU DHABI: AD Ports Group, a leading enabler of global trade, logistics and industry (ADX: ADPORTS), today announced the completion of the biggest restructuring in its corporate history, integrating the assets of recently acquired Noatum Group into its existing business structure. The integration of Barcelona-based Noatum Group, a vertically integrated provider of global logistics services with activities in …

RIYADH: Aseer, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, hosted the HIGHLANDER Adventure, a global hiking event series that launched in 2017, during its first-ever trip to the Kingdom. HIGHLANDER hiking events are carefully selected to be in the most iconic locations with the goal of making multi-day hiking accessible, simple and fun for everyone. During the “Discover Aseer” series, HIGHLANDER …

News Desk RIYADH: Wa’ed Ventures, the $500 million venture capital arm of Aramco, announced leading the $5 million investment in YNMO, a Saudi company revolutionizing the educational and rehabilitative technology for children, including those with disabilities. The funding round also included participation from Qatar Development Bank (QDB) and Nour Nouf Ventures, a fund focused on impact-driven startups. With this investment, …

News Desk DUBAI: Dubai Duty Free received two awards at Trip.com Group Global Partner Summit with the “Outstanding Travel Retail Partner of the Year.” and “Global Outstanding Tourism Partner” at the awards ceremony held on 18th December at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) in Abu Dhabi. Organised by Trip.com Group, a leading global travel service provider, the Global Partner …

By Muhammad Rafiq DUBAI: As 2024 draws to a close, IFFCO, a multinational powerhouse headquartered in the UAE, celebrates a year defined by impactful achievements in sustainability, innovation, and global leadership. By setting ambitious goals and executing transformative initiatives, the FMCG giant is redefining industry standards for responsible practices. In its latest Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) report, IFFCO outlined …

News Desk DUBAI: As Dubai’s skyline continues to expand, its real estate market is poised for steady growth in 2025. Rising property values, increasing rental demand, and strong investor confidence highlight the city’s enduring appeal. According to analytics from Elite Merit Real Estate LLC, this growth is driven by economic resilience, innovative government policies, and evolving market trends. Here are the …