Privatization of First Women Bank to strengthen Pakistan, UAE economic partnership: PM

- Advertisement - - Advertisement - - Advertisement - ISLAMABAD, Oct 17 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif Friday said privatization of First Women Bank will be followed by more economic partnerships and joint ventures between Pakistan...

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi advances breast cancer care

Breast cancer remains one of the most pressing health challenges of our time. Globally, one in eight women will be diagnosed with the disease in her lifetime. The World Health Organisation estimates that it is the second most common cancer...

UAE-led firm plans Heriot-Watt campus in Saudi Arabia

SAUDI ARABIA-UNITED KINGDOM United Arab Emirates-led Almasar Alshamil Education, a subsidiary of DFM-listed Amanat Holdings, announced on Tuesday 14 October it had signed a head of terms agreement with Scotland’s Heriot-Watt University to...

e& launches ‘Imagine&’ a GenAI image creator designed for Emirati culture

e& today announced the launch of Imagine& at GITEX Global, an innovative Generative AI (GenAI) image creator designed specifically to reflect and celebrate Emirati culture. The new platform represents a major leap forward in culturally attuned AI,...

For the love of the game: Yemeni team Al Tilal defy the odds to participate at Dubai tournament

A 38-hour bus ride from Aden to Saudi Arabia, non-stop. A hastily arranged five-day training camp. A two-hour flight to Dubai. It is safe to say no side taking part in the 28th Arab Clubs Basketball Tournament in Dubai faced as many hurdles to...

UAE Announces New Category for Golden Visa: Secure 10-Year Residency Through Waqf Donations

UAE announced new Golden Visa for Waqf donors at GITEX GLOBAL 2025/Representative Image In a landmark initiative that underscores the UAE’s growing emphasis on humanitarianism and social sustainability, the country has announced that donors to...

Abu Dhabi’s $33bn 'investment powerhouse' seeks aggressive growth, says Mariam Almheiri

2PointZero, the Dh120 billion ($33 billion) group being created through the merger of three Abu Dhabi companies, is seeking growth through plans to invest in markets across Asia, Africa and Europe. Mariam Almheiri, Head of the International...

Dubai Global Village Rules: What Every Visitor Should Know Before Entering?

10People all across the globe gets their flight to Dubai to specially attend Dubai Global Village rules, it’s not just an event it’s an amalgamation of different cultures, traditional cuisine, and entertainment come together. From fun carnival...

UAE Presidential Rain Prayer to Occur Nationwide This Friday

3October 17, 2025 | Dubai, UAE: The UAE Presidential Rain Prayer, which is a crucial prayer for rain, will be observed in religious institutions across the country this week. It will follow the directions from the President of the nation....

Abu Dhabi announces six strategic partnerships at Gitex

Sajjad Ahmad, Deputy Business Editor The fourth day of Gitex Global 2025 has witnessed various technology products launch from government as well as private companies and announcement of partnerships. No-code ‘AI-in-a-box’ platform: Abu Dhabi has...

Dubai Airports pledges to make DXB the world’s most accessible airport by 2035

Dubai Airports announced the next phase of its accessibility strategy, a renewed 10-year commitment to transform both Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International (DWC) into the world’s most accessible and inclusive...

Dubai’s Startup Push Finds Strong Ally in Indian Founders

SUMMARY While Dubai trails established ecosystems like the US, China, and India, its pro-business laws and investor-friendly policies are attracting a growing number of founders The DIFC Innovation Hub serves as a regional innovation community...

Dubai's Rising Role in the Global Private Capital Landscape

Private capital is undergoing a profound transformation. Once a niche allocation, it has now become a core component of institutional and ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) portfolios. With public markets offering compressed returns and heightened...

SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi joins WAZA

SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi has been accepted as a member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA). SeaWorld Abu Dhabi is a marine life theme park committed to inspiring ocean conservation through its “One Ocean” story. This...

UAE Golden Visa: Benefits, requirements and all you need to know

The United Arab Emirates is becoming a top choice for entrepreneurs, investors, and professionals from around the world. Its location makes it easy to connect with Europe, Asia, and Africa. There is no personal income tax, and the country offers...

Abu Dhabi’s Zayed National Museum to open on December 3 in Saadiyat Cultural District

Zayed National Museum, the national museum of the United Arab Emirates located in the heart of Saadiyat Cultural District, will open to the public on 3rd December 2025. Zayed National Museum will present the history of the UAE through an immersive...

Abu Dhabi DoE and Space42 to advance geospatial, AI solutions

The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) and Space42, the UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company, on Thursday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance collaboration on geospatial and artificial intelligence (AI) solutions aimed at...

Dubai glitters ahead of Diwali, Indian woman’s video captures festive spirit. Watch

With Diwali just around the corner, festive excitement is lighting up not only India but also the heart of Dubai. An Indian woman living in the city, Nikita Pancholi, recently captured the dazzling preparations in a video that has now gone viral....

Wall Street Jr. Investments expands in Dubai to redefine wealth for the GCC

Wall Street Jr. Investments has announced the expansion of its wealth management operations in Dubai, driven by growing demand across the GCC for disciplined and transparent financial strategies. The firm, founded by former Wall Street...

UAE Dirham Slightly Drops to 76.53 PKR, Benefits Pakistani Expats

Published on: October 17, 2025 2:20 PM ISLAMABAD – The UAE Dirham (AED) fell slightly to 76.53 PKR on October 16, 2025, down 0.02 PKR from yesterday’s 76.55 PKR, according to financial sources. The Dirham’s value is tied to the US Dollar at 3.6725...