KARACHI: Mr. Faraz ur Rehman, President of the Karachi Association of Trade and Industry (KATI) and Chairman of the Pakistan Business Group Organization (PBGO), has announced his early retirement from both positions due to his other commitments. Addressing the media during a press briefing, Mr. Rehman expressed his concern about the current economic challenges, stating, ‘I am very disheartened with …

Pakistan’s largest furniture exhibition will be held from 22 to 24 December 2023 at Karachi Expo Center Hall No. 4,5,6. More than 70 furniture related companies are participating in the RF Events & Exhibition. The first-of-its-kind Furniture Show, a high-end furniture exhibition featuring the best brands of furniture, handicrafts, home decor and interior design, is welcome news for the region. …

Karachi International Book Fair (KIBF) 18th edition hosted an exciting seminar organized by Parents Pakistan Forum on “Today’s Parenting challenges for Parents in Pakistan” . Naeem Khanani, Founder PPF briefed that Parents Pakistan Forum (PPF) is an initiative empowering parents to by giving them a platform which will provide ample opportunities to parents to explore burning issues related with parenting …

ISLAMABAD: The Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates in Islamabad His Excellency Hamad Obaid Al Zaabi said that the fruits of the first artificial rain project of the UAE to mitigate the dangerous effects of the smog affecting Lahore have achieved successes and positive results so far and will continue in the coming weeks, Ambassador Al Zaabi said that the …

Get ready for a magical and festive experience as Habitt City in Karachi hosts the much-anticipated ‘Winter Family Gala’ on December 23, 2023. This family-friendly celebration promises a delightful array of activities and entertainment for all ages. The “Winter Family Gala” is set to be a vibrant event with multiple stalls catering to diverse interests. Attendees can explore a variety …

A new report from SAP Insights, the global technology’s research division, has revealed a formula for business resiliency, which includes access to data, innovation, optimizing processes and preparing the workforce for change. The insights were captured from a survey of more than 4,200 business leaders at medium and large organizations in 13 countries around the world, including the UAE. A …

In a splendid collaboration with the Citizens Archive of Pakistan, the Aga Khan University has opened its doors to a state-of-the-art exhibition, ‘A Transformative Vision.’ This immersive experience is a celebration of the institution’s remarkable 40-year evolution under the visionary leadership of His Highness the Aga Khan. The exhibition unfolds across six meticulously curated sections, each a chapter in the …

Mashreq, one of the leading financial institutions in the MENA region, has partnered with Visa (NYSE: V), a world leader in digital payments, to enable the bank’s customers to move money to bank accounts globally in near real-time.   Through this partnership, Mashreq becomes the first bank in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) to leverage Visa Direct Account capability to simplify …

Astra Tech, MENA’s leading consumer technology holding group, is set to redefine the global fintech landscape with a groundbreaking partnership with Tencent Financial Technology, to introduce cross-border remittances from Botim’s users in the UAE to Weixin users in China. This collaboration eliminates traditional boundaries, enabling  PayBy-powered Botim users to make international transfers via Botim messenger platform directly to over 1 …

DUBAI: In a dazzling display of artistic brilliance, Artistree Gallery proudly concluded the highly successful solo exhibition, ‘Contours,’ featuring the extraordinary talents of renowned artist Rachana Darda. The show unfolded at the prestigious Alserkal Avenue, Design District, Dubai, on December 16 and 17, 2023, captivating art enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike. Following the weekend exhibition at Alserkal Avenue, the showcase will …