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Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), part of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), has unveiled its 2025 Retail Calendar, featuring an incredible line-up of citywide events and activities to further enhance the retail landscape. The 2025 programme of festivals and events promises a continuous celebration of shopping, entertainment, and cultural experiences that will delight all interests, and visitors and residents of all backgrounds. Aligning with the ambitious goals of the Dubai Economic Agenda, D33, to further consolidate Dubai’s position as a leading global city for business and leisure, and make it the best city to visit, live…
Faysal Bank Limited (FBL), one of the country’s leading Islamic banks, launched the “Faysal Islami Remittance Agahi Programme”, a nationwide roadshow to promote awareness of legal remittance channels. Hosted in collaboration with the State Bank of Pakistan’s Pakistan Remittance Initiative (PRI), this programme aims to educate communities on the critical role of remittances in supporting Pakistan’s economy, discourage the use of informal channels for sending money, and ensure fast and efficient fund transfers. The first event, held in Mandi Bahauddin, was attended by senior officials from the Pakistan Remittance Initiative (PRI) of the State Bank of Pakistan. More events are…
Over 1200 orphan children from underprivileged families will spend a fun-filled day at an elite holiday resort on Karachi’s outskirts. These orphan children are enrolled in the charitable schools of the non-profit Green Crescent Trust (GCT) in the deprived parts of Karachi. A total of 2114 orphan children are enrolled at 170 charitable schools in underprivileged parts of Sindh. For the rest of the orphan children, the GCT will soon organize similar leisure days at famous recreational spots in Hyderabad and Sukkur. A total of over 32,800 students from destitute families are enrolled in the GCT’s schools. “We organize these…
BrandSynario, a leading digital media publication, is pleased to announce the appointment of Manahil Kapadia as Executive Editor. With extensive experience and deep industry expertise, Manahil will lead the publication’s strategic direction while upholding its commitment to delivering high standards of journalism. As part of the company’s ongoing evolution, we would like to inform our stakeholders that Ariba Raza, Humna Farrukh, and Sidra Syed are no longer associated with the team. We wish to clarify that they do not represent BrandSynario, Very Filmi, or Synergyzer in any capacity.
Mastercard has joined forces with the Bank of Punjab (BOP) as an exclusive partner to enhance the bank’s proposition across consumer debit and credit, affluent portfolio and loyalty offerings. The collaboration seeks to transform the bank’s digital ecosystem and its customers’ digital experience. Customers of BOP’s priority banking program KHAAS will now benefit from Mastercard’s market-leading World and World Elite cards. Under this partnership, the bank will expand into new affluent segments with revised customer value propositions (CVP) and best-in-class products, aiming to establish KHAAS as the country’s preferred priority program for affluent and high-net-worth individuals (HNIs). The collaboration will…
Mozzam Waheed has been officially nominated as the convener of the Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) Standing Committee on Manufacturers of Gems and Jewellery for 2024-25. The nomination was made by LCCI President Mian Abuzar Shad, who recognized Mozzam’s dedication and leadership potential for this key role in the industry. The nomination letter was handed over to Mozzam Waheed in a formal ceremony, where the Vice President of LCCI Shahid Nazir Chaudhry congratulated him and expressed confidence in his ability to lead the committee. Mozzam, known for his commitment to the gems and jewellery sector, vowed to use…
The Government of Sindh (GoS), in partnership with the Legal Aid Society (LAS) and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), has launched the revised Sexual Violence Response Framework (SVRF) 2025-2029. Building on the foundation of the 2020-2024 framework—which contributed to improving conviction rates from 5% in 2020 to 15% in 2023—the revised framework prioritizes stronger prevention mechanisms, survivor rehabilitation programs, and enhanced accountability measures. Inaugurating the event, the CEO of LAS, Barrister Haya Zahid remarked, “Our collective efforts over the last 5 years, have reduced the average trial time for SGBV survivors in Sindh from 16.8 months to just 8-9…
Dolmen Group; Pakistan’s largest operator of shopping malls and the first company in South Asia to operate REITS is excited to announce the grand opening of its largest mall to date in Lahore. Located in the prestigious Defence Housing Authority (DHA) Phase 6, this state-of-the-art development is set to transform the retail landscape of the region and provide a world-class shopping experience for local and international visitors alike. Set to become a shopping destination unlike any other in the country, Dolmen Mall Lahore has the biggest Gross Leasable Area (GLA), making it the largest mall in the country. The mall…
UBL Unveils the Visa Premium Plus Debit Card – A Groundbreaking Eco-Friendly Solution for a Sustainable Future. UBL (United Bank Limited) is proud to announce the launch of its Visa Premium Plus Debit Card, a pioneering financial product designed to cater to the evolving needs of eco-conscious customers while supporting the bank’s ongoing commitment to sustainability. The UBL Visa Premium Plus Debit Card is the first of its kind in Pakistan, made from recycled PVC, marking a significant step in UBL’s effort to push for environmental responsibility within the financial sector. The UBL Visa Premium Plus Debit Card is a…
The Sindh government is developing two special economic zones inKarachi to facilitate Chinese investors in setting up variousindustries in collaboration with local businessmen. This was stated bySyed Nasir Hussain Shah, Provincial Minister for Energy, Planning, andDevelopment on Saturday.Speaking as the chief guest on Saturday at the 10th Beauty, Fitness,and Consumer Health International Expo at Expo Centre Karachi, theprovincial minister highlighted that multiple industries are beingestablished in Karachi, the commercial hub of the country, mainly dueto shifts in global trade policies for China.Several countries plan to end direct imports from China, but Chineseproducts could still be indirectly imported via other countries,particularly…