News Desk MUSCAT: SalamAir, the Sultanate of Oman’s low-cost carrier, has inaugurated its new direct service to Abha in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, strengthening air connectivity between the two brotherly nations and supporting growing tourism flows between Oman and the Asir Region. The new route forms part of SalamAir’s ongoing expansion of its regional destination network. The inaugural flight departed from …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Today, the European Investment Bank signed its first loan agreement with Pakistan in a decade, supporting the delivery of clean drinking water for Karachi. The signing took place in Brussels on the margins of the 15th EU Pakistan Joint Commission. The agreement formalises €60 million loan, as a part of the Global Gateway, to rehabilitate and …

News Desk DUBAI: Dubai Duty Free is marking its 42nd anniversary with a special one-day pre-Christmas sale promotion, offering 25% discount on a wide range of products for 24 hours on 20th December. In what has become an annual tradition, the 25% discount offer will be available for all departing and arriving passengers at Dubai International and Al Maktoum International …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Nolte Küchen, Germany’s leading premium kitchen brand, concludes 2025 marked by strategic growth across the Middle East and key global markets. The company’s regional entity, Nolte FZE, strengthened its position in the UAE, advanced large-scale initiatives in Saudi Arabia, expanded its dealer and project networks, and entered new territories across Africa and Southeast Asia. These developments …

DUBAI: Dubai’s luxury property market has entered a new era, one defined by discerning global buyers, evolving expectations, and a growing demand for authenticity, data, and trust. In this landscape, Bayut has emerged as the platform of choice for both buyers and sellers seeking more than just listings. Those who value real insights, real professionals, and real results. At the …

Web Desk SHARJAH: Sharjah National Oil Corporation (SNOC) has signed an agreement with SAP to adopt RISE with SAP, marking a major milestone in its corporate drive toward advanced modernization within the energy sector. The initiative supports Sharjah’s long-term strategy to enhance operational excellence and sustainability under the leadership of H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmad Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah …

FONTAINEBLEAU/SINGAPORE/ABU DHABI/SAN FRANCISCO: INSEAD, The Business School for the World, and ADGM Academy (ADGMA) — one of the region’s leading institutions for banking, finance, and public services education — have come together to mark a milestone. As ADGMA celebrates seven years of excellence in delivering worldclass education and equipping professionals with the tools to adapt to rapid market change, together …

أعلنت شركة بن غاطي العقارية، إحدى أكبر شركات التطوير العقاري في دبي وأسرعها نمواً، تجديد تعاونها مع علامة مرسيدس-بنز من خلال إطلاق مشروع «مساكن مرسيدس بنز– مدينة بن غاطي»، الذي يشكّل أول مدينة عمرانية متكاملة في تاريخ الشركة بقيمة استثمارية تبلغ 30 مليار درهم إماراتي. ويأتي هذا الإعلان استناداً إلى النجاح اللافت الذي حققه التعاون السابق، والذي أسهم في ترسيخ …

DUBAI: In a landmark collaboration uniting the global real estate and luxury automotive industries, Binghatti Developers, Dubai’s largest and fastest-growing property developer, and Mercedes-Benz, the world-renowned luxury automotive brand, have announced the launch of Mercedes-Benz Places – Binghatti City, the world’s first Mercedes-Benz branded city, with a total investment value of AED 30 billion. Building on the international success of …

Web Desk KARACHI: Womenza Pakistan successfully hosted Women Summit 2.0, a powerful gathering celebrating vision, voice, and impact, led by Aiman Sami Khan, Founder of Womenza Pakistan. The summit, held at the Russian House, brought together inspiring minds, industry leaders, and innovative brands to foster growth, collaboration, and empowerment. Engaging panel discussions provided valuable insights and forward-thinking ideas, while the event facilitated …