News Desk DUBAI: GFS Developments, a renowned global leader in real estate, proudly announced its latest expansion into the dynamic Dubai property market at a star-studded event featuring Bollywood icons Bobby Deol and Sohail Khan, alongside Mohamed Mustafa, CEO at Emsquare UAE, as chief guests. This milestone celebration also marked the debut of GFS Developments\u2019 flagship projects in Dubai, underlining …

Web Desk DUBAI: Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Commerce, Jam Kamal Khan, emphasized the critical role of the private sector in strengthening trade and investment ties between Pakistan and the UAE during a luncheon hosted by the Pakistan Business Council (PBC) Dubai at the Pakistan Association Dubai (PAD). The high-profile event brought together over 100 distinguished guests, including prominent Pakistani businessmen, …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Carrefour, which Majid Al Futtaim owns the exclusive rights to operate in the UAE, has partnered with Dubai-based cricket team, the Desert Vipers, to promote healthier living and more sustainable food choices, while nurturing the next generation’s love for cricket. The collaboration features the Desert Vipers Schools Programme, reaching over 12,000 students annually through GEMS Education …

News Desk ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates and Mexico are advancing their trade and investment relations, focusing on fostering partnerships between their private sectors and business communities. During an official visit to the capital, Mexico City, His Excellency Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, discussed with senior Mexican officials and business leaders …

افتتحت شركة سامانا للتطوير العقاري، وهي شركة تطوير عقاري حائزة على عدد من الجوائز المرموقة ومقرها دبي، مكتبًا جديدًا في أبوظبي. وأُقيم حفل الافتتاح في 8 يناير بحضور شخصيات رفيعة المستوى ومختصين في المجال العقاري ومستثمرين وشخصيات مؤثرة وإعلاميين، وتأتي هذه الخطوة استجابةً للطلب المتزايد على العقارات الفاخرة من أبوظبي، وتهدف إلى تعزيز خدمات الشركة التي تقدمها للوسطاء والمستثمرين العقاريين. …

By Rafiq Vayani ABU DHABI: Samana Developers, an award-winning real estate developer based in Dubai, inaugurates a new office in Abu Dhabi. The opening ceremony, hosted on January 8th, attracted VIPs, industry professionals, investors, influencers and media personalities. This move comes in response to the increasing demand for premium real estate from Abu Dhabi and aims to enhance service offerings …

News Desk KARACHI: Faysal Bank Limited (FBL), one of Pakistan’s leading Islamic banks, has been honoured by Global Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Benchmark (GDEIB) Awards 2025. Faysal Bank secured a remarkable set of 14 awards, comprising 10 Best Practice Awards, and 4 Progressive Category Awards. This accomplishment consolidates the Bank’s position as a leader in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) …

DUBAI: The Research and Development Centre of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) organised an intensive workshop in collaboration with Khalifa University of Science and Technology. The workshop showcased pioneering research and practical expertise from both parties in the fields of sustainable and efficient water desalination and network management. Researchers, professors and experts shed light on the latest advancements in …

Web Desk RIYADH: Virgin Mobile Saudi Arabia, owned by global tech company Beyond ONE™, is disrupting the mobile landscape with the launch of its innovative Switch Postpaid Plans. This first-of-its-kind offering in the Kingdom allows customers to pay only for the data they consume. The unique “Switch” feature automatically adjusts to a lower-priced plan when customers use less data and …

News Desk SHARJAH: Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) operator, announced the launch of its new non-stop flights to Addis Ababa, the capital city of Ethiopia. Starting January 30th, the new service will connect Sharjah International Airport with Addis Ababa Bole International Airport with a frequency of three times a week on …