News Desk KARACHI: foodpanda, Pakistan’s leading online delivery platform, has announced a massive Rider Recruitment Drive in Karachi aimed at creating sustainable, flexible earning opportunities for local job seekers. Scheduled for Sunday, July 26, 2026, starting at 10:00 AM, the event will take place at the All Pakistan Memon Federation on Muhammad Farooq Motlani Road, Muslimabad, near Dawood University. The …

Ride-hailing has become part of everyday movement across the UAE, supporting journeys to offices, airports, shopping destinations and public transport hubs. Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority reported that public transport, shared mobility and taxis served 802.1 million riders in 2025, showing the scale of demand for connected urban transport. That scale has raised passenger expectations, and they judge a ride …

Pakistan Wins Its First-Ever Team Challenge Trophy, Four Silver Medals, and Five Diplomas at One of Asia’s Largest Culinary Competitions By Rafiq Vayani KUALA LUMPUR: Pakistan has once again made its mark on the international culinary stage as Eat Guild Team Pakistan delivered an exceptional performance at the GCCM Global Culinary Cup Malaysia 2026, returning home with one Team Challenge …

By Rafiq Vayani RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s ambition to welcome 150 million annual visitors by 2030, alongside an estimated USD 6.3 billion in potential private global real estate investment, is accelerating demand for integrated destinations that combine hospitality, retail, leisure and residential development. Taking place 16-19 November at the Riyadh Exhibition & Convention Centre (Malham), Saudi Arabia, Cityscape Global 2026 brings together the industry leaders …

New interline partnership opens 20 destinations across Nigeria, West and Central Africa to Etihad guests By Rafiq Vayani LAGOS, Nigeria: Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, and Air Peace, Nigeria’s largest airline, have signed an interline agreement that connects the two carriers’ networks, opening 20 destinations across Nigeria, West and Central Africa to Etihad’s guests. Under …

ISLAMABAD: Business confidence in Pakistan recovered during the second quarter of 2026, with companies reporting improved current conditions and stronger expectations for the year ahead, according to the latest Business Confidence Index released by Gallup Pakistan. The survey, conducted from July 2 to 7 among 527 businesses across manufacturing, services, construction, financial services, and wholesale and retail trade, showed improvement …

KARACHI: Meezan Bank has advised the Government of Pakistan on the successful issuance of the country’s first short-term sovereign hybrid Sukuk, acting as Joint Financial Advisor on the landmark transaction featuring three-month and six-month tenors.The issuance, launched by the Ministry of Finance, introduces Pakistan’s first asset-light short-term sovereign hybrid Sukuk and defining moment in the growth of Pakistan’s Islamic financial …

DUBAI: Dubai’s real estate market recorded 87,800 transactions worth AED 291.7 billion during the first half of 2026, with off-plan properties accounting for 71% of all transactions. Against this backdrop, MERED, the international real estate developer, highlights how sustained off-plan demand and a growing pipeline of landmark developments are raising expectations for the next generation of luxury residences across the …

News Desk DUBAI: Dubai Airports has announced three senior leadership appointments that enhance its technology, operational and national talent capabilities as it prepares for the next phase of growth across Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International (DWC). The appointments see the internal promotions of Kan Ni from Vice President, Airport Operations Control Centre (AOCC) to …

By Rafiq Vayani KUALA LUMPUR: Pakistan’s culinary fraternity celebrated another proud milestone as students of Masterclass Pakistan brought international recognition to the country by winning Silver and Bronze medals on the second day of the Global Culinary Challenge Malaysia (GGCM) 2026. Competing against leading chefs and culinary institutions from across the world, the Pakistani delegation demonstrated exceptional talent, technical excellence, …