Pakistan

NEWS DESK

Innovative Ideas and Global Collaboration Take Centre Stage at LUMS Annual Conference

News Desk 1 06/01/2025 0

Governance and inclusion play a crucial role in building resilient and equitable societies. This theme brought together leading voices from around the world for the third Pathways to Development Conference, held recently at LUMS, one of Pakistan’s premier academic institutions. A hallmark of

Telecom

New undersea cable set to boost Pakistan’s internet speed

News Desk 2 28/12/2024 0

Part of 2Africa project Internet users in Pakistan are set to experience a significant upgrade in connectivity with the imminent completion of a new undersea cable linking the South Asian country to Africa. The cable link, part of the expansive 2Africa project, is expected to become fully operational in the coming days. The 45,000 km-long […]

Lifestyle Travel

Emirates opens Karachi experiential travel store

News Desk 2 22/12/2024 0

Including self-service kiosks Dubai-based Emirates Airlines has launched its first-ever experiential travel store in Karachi, Pakistan, marking a significant milestone as its first such concept in West Asia. Situated in the Sky Tower within Karachi Towers on Abdul Sattar Edhi Avenue, Clifton, the 183-square-metre store offers an innovative blend of technology-driven

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Domaine Properties Expands Global Reach with Roadshows in Pakistan and Sri Lanka

News Desk 1 28/11/2024 0

Domaine Properties, Dubai’s premier luxury real estate advisory firm, is thrilled to announce an exciting expansion into Asia with upcoming roadshows in Pakistan and Sri Lanka. This initiative aligns with Domaine Properties’ dedication to bringing Dubai’s prestigious real estate opportunities to new international markets, highlighting Dubai’s appeal as a leading

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Pakistan Goes Undefeated to Claim Inaugural Baseball United Arab Classic Championship

News Desk 1 12/11/2024 0

Pakistan took home the trophy at the first-ever Baseball United Arab Classic international baseball tournament, which concluded last night after four straight days of gameplay. Pakistan was dominant the entire tournament, outscoring its opponents by a total of 57 runs, including a 12-1 victory over the UAE in the championship game. The tournament was hosted […]

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Palestine and Pakistan remain undefeated after dramatic victories

News Desk 1 09/11/2024 0

Day Two of the Baseball United Arab Classic brought a new level of energy as teams battled to build momentum and make history on the diamond. With powerful plays and thrilling finishes, the day saw teams fighting to secure their place in tournament standings, while fans filled the stands to witness the action unfold. Each […]

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SLB collaborates with OGDCL on geothermal resource development in Pakistan

News Desk 2 26/06/2024

SLB (NYSE: SLB) is collaborating with Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL), Pakistan’s largest oil and gas exploration and production company, to develop a strategy for exploiting geothermal resources in hydrocarbon fields across Pakistan. As part of the collaboration, SLB will help OGDCL develop a plan for evaluation of the geothermal potential of 25 […]

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Rotana and Signature Complex LLP unveils plans for a new 5-star landmark property in Islamabad, Pakistan

News Desk 2 07/05/2024

Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the region with over 100 properties across the Middle East, Africa, Eastern Europe, and Türkiye (MENAT), today announced the signing of a franchise agreement with Signature Complex LLP Islamabad for the opening of its first property in Pakistan. The agreement will see the development of Signature […]

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Savor the Flavors of India and Pakistan at Wagah Border Drunch – Every Saturday

News Desk 1 18/01/2024

Embark on a culinary journey at Wagah Border Drunch, a weekly delight hosted at Four Points by Sheraton Production City, Dubai. Every Saturday, from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM, indulge in an exquisite Indian Pakistani buffet paired with lively live music. Priced at AED 99 per person, inclusive of soft beverages, this gastronomic experience offers […]

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UAE-based ‘ACE Luxury Immigration’ Expands to Pakistan

News Desk 1 21/11/2023

Following the successful establishment of its Middle East operations out of Dubai and its global headquarters in Canada, Ace Luxury Immigration Solutions, today announced its expansion in Pakistan. The law firm’s global headquarters in Ontario, Canada covers North American, UK, and international markets. The new office in Karachi, Pakistan’s commercial hub, was

Real Estate

Pakistan’s $40-billion housing investment highlighted at Cityscape Global

News Desk 1 20/09/2023

With 70% of overseas Pakistanis channelling their remittances into property and contributing $12 billion annually, there’s no denying the sector’s centrality to Pakistan’s economy, Shafiq Akbar, CEO of IMARAT Group, said at the Public Private Partnership Forum at Cityscape Global in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. After expanding into the GCC with an office in the

Business

Esports company banks on Asian and Pakistan’s dominance for public listing

Aman Kumar 04/08/2023

Recent developments in the burgeoning Esports industry are seen as a welcome infusion in providing a platform to world-class gamers, especially in Pakistan and the UAE. Coming up this month in the United States is a public listing from Gamer Pakistan Inc, a month after the rising youth Esports icon Arsalan ‘Ash’ Siddiqui talked about […]

Sport

Big names confirmed after Zim Cyber City Afro T10 player draft

Aman Kumar 04/07/2023

Five franchises pick up a slew of famous cricketers such as Morgan, Amir, Raza, Rajapaksa, Hafeez, Gurbaz, Pathan and many more

Business

OMA Emirates Group Partners with UnionPay International to Develop SoftPOS Solution for the Middle East and Pakistan

News Desk 2 22/05/2023

Dubai, UAE, May 22, 2023: OMA Emirates Group LLC, the leading provider of payment systems and solutions, today announced their collaboration with UnionPay International to develop SoftPOS, a Point of Sale (POS) solution in the Middle East and Pakistan that will increase the acceptance of touch points significantly across these regions. The innovative SoftPOS solution […]

Business

Unifonic expands presence with office in Pakistan

News Desk 2 27/03/2023

March 27th, 2023 – Unifonic, a leading customer engagement platform in the Middle East, has inaugurated its new office in Lahore, Pakistan. This is a strategic step in Unifonic’s expansion plans, which demonstrates its dedication to meeting the needs of companies in the MENA region and beyond. With this new office, Unifonic aims to establish […]

Hospitality

Radisson Hotel Group signs two new hotels in Pakistan

News Desk 2 20/03/2023

Islamabad, the capital city of Pakistan, is a beautiful and modern metropolis nestled in the foothills of the Margalla Hills. Despite being a bustling city, Islamabad has managed to retain its serenity and peaceful ambiance, making it a perfect destination for travelers seeking a blend of modernity and tradition. Whether it’s the stunning Faisal Mosque, […]

Business

POWERCHINA Celebrates 10th Anniversary of CPEC: Committed to Bringing Pakistan Forward for Green and Sustainable Development

Middle East News 247 07/03/2023

BEIJING — This year will see the 10th anniversary of the China-proposed Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and the 10th anniversary of the launch of the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). As one of the key enterprises participating in the construction of the CPEC, POWERCHINA has been active in various fields such as energy, electricity, water […]