By Muhammad Rafiq ABU DHABI: The Abu Dhabi Businesswomen Council has signed a cooperation agreement with Rotana Hotels Group, aimed at diversifying the range of services and incentives available to women entrepreneurs who are members of the Council and holders of the “Mubdia” license. The agreement seeks to support businesses and enterprises owned and managed by women in Abu Dhabi …

Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz’s decision to reject the proposal for banning the cultivation of two rice crops is a positive move KARACHI: Rafique Suleman, former Chairman of the Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (REAP) and Convener of the FPCCI Rice Standing Committee, appreciated the announcement by Prime Minister Mian Shahbaz Sharif to reduce electricity prices for industrial users by …

News Desk DUBAI: Every moment at Amaya is designed to be special. From indulging in the best breakfast in Dubai to relaxing with premium shisha, savoring a delicious lunch, witnessing a breathtaking sunset, or exploring all-day dining options — Amaya promises an experience that will keep you coming back for more. Discover Amaya and the many reasons why it’s the …

Web Desk ABU DHABI: Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, the capital’s first low-cost carrier, announces the addition of a new non-stop route to Almaty in Kazakhstan from Zayed International Airport. Starting June 3rd, 2025, the new service will operate three times a week every Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday. Schedule to Almaty, effective June 3rd, 2025 (all times local): Flight Departure Time Arrival …

News Desk DUBAI: With three weeks remaining until Arabian Travel Market (ATM), the event is on course to attract a record number of high value visitors, with registrations up 104% compared to the same time last year, reinforcing its position as an essential platform for travel trade professionals around the world. International markets account for a substantial 52% of total …

Web Desk DUBAI: REEF Luxury Development has opened its innovative new sales gallery in prestigious Dubai’s Jumeirah Third neighbourhood, offering a glimpse into the future of luxury living. This state-of-the-art space highlights the company’s patented Sunken Balcony with Outdoor Cooling and Winter Garden, revolutionary features that redefine outdoor comfort by harmonising advanced technology with modern luxury. The patented Sunken Balcony …

News Desk DUBAI: Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) has announced its diverse calendar of events for April 2025, welcoming a dynamic mix of global exhibitions and conferences across sectors including energy, geospatial technology, real estate, art, education, healthcare, travel, air cargo logistics and more. These events underscore Dubai’s pivotal role as a global hub for knowledge exchange, innovation, and economic …

News Desk MUSCAT: SalamAir, Oman’s Low-Cost Airline, today released its On-Time Performance (OTP) for the 1st Quarter of 2025. OTP is a measurement of how often an airline is on time and is a good measure of the ability of the airline to meet its commitment of punctuality to its customers. In the 1st Quarter 2025 (January, February and March), SalamAir operated …

By Muhammad Rafiq ABU DHABI: AD Ports Group (ADPORTS:ADX), a leading global enabler of trade, transport, industry, and logistics, issued its 2024 Annual Report, which chronicled a year of record revenue and profit growth, as the Group consolidated two major acquisitions, and drove forward its profit-enhancing international expansion. The report highlights the ongoing expansion of the Group, as it consolidated …

Web Desk DUBAI: The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for February 2025 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), declined by 0.1% compared to February 2024 levels (+0.4% for international operations). This marks the first decline since mid-2023. Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), decreased by 0.4% compared to February 2024 (+1.1% …