News Desk KARACHI: Dubai Islamic Bank Pakistan Limited has partnered with Nestlé Professional to offer customers a selection of hot beverages at its Wajaha- Priority Banking Lounge. This collaboration enables visitors to enjoy hot beverage of their choice, be it NESCAFÉ or traditional NESTEA Cardamom, Karak & Kashmiri chai creating a more pleasant and relaxing experience. Dubai Islamic Bank currently …

By Muhammad Rafiq RIYADH/RIYADH: “Discover Aseer” participates at the Saudi Tourism Forum (STF) in Riyadh for the first time during its third edition from 7-9 January 2025. Through its inaugural participation, and as a main sponsor of the forum, Discover Aseer aims to highlight the cultural heritage and natural diversity of the region as one of the distinctive destinations in …

News Desk RIYADH, Saudi Arabia: Nokia and stc Group have successfully concluded the first-ever 1Tbps (terabit-per-second) long haul field trial in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. Leveraging stc Group’s live Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) terrestrial network, this innovative trial highlights the unique potential of Nokia’s sixth generation of super-coherent Photonic Service Engine (PSE-6s) technology in delivering high-capacity, …

By Rafiq Vayani DOHA: Qatar Airways, the Global Partner and Official Airline of Formula 1®, in partnership with Qatar Airways Holidays, today announced the launch of its 2025 fan packages, coinciding with the 75th anniversary of the F1®. After an incredible 2024 season and an exciting Qatar GP race, fans are now able to secure their seats for the upcoming F1® …

News Desk GADANI/KARACHI: Pakistan Stone Development Company (PASDEC) and Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) recently hosted a seminar to boost the marble and granite sector in Pakistan. The event, held at the Marble City, Gadani, Balochistan, aimed to promote the sector’s growth and development by highlighting its vast potential. TDAP’s Director General, Azhar Ali Dahr, and PASDEC Representative, Waqas …

Six others to drive away in luxury vehicles DUBAI: The New Year brought good luck to seven different nationalities when their names were announced at the latest Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire and Finest Surprise draw, held today at Concourse A of Dubai International Airport. Mr. Robert Korbijn, a 43-year-old Dutch national based in Dubai became a US$1 million winner …

DUBAI: Emirates, the Official Main Partner of Real Madrid, has unveiled a special livery on one of its Boeing 777 aircraft. The aircraft touched down in Madrid yesterday, flying the club’s first team players on a specially chartered flight to Jeddah ahead of the Spanish Super Cup tournament taking place from 8 to 12 January. Emirates has been a proud …

Web Desk DUBAI: Global payment solutions provider Checkout.com, has entered a strategic partnership withnoqodi, a payment gateway and financial service provider, to elevate the payment experience for businesses and consumers in the UAE. As part of the collaboration, Checkout.com will integrate its cutting-edge payment technology with noqodi’s robust digital platform, offering seamless and secure payment solutions. The integration will streamline the payment …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: In a dazzling celebration of talent and ambition, Australian Omar Dean, the internationally acclaimed singer and finalist on The X Factor Australia and The Voice Middle East, was officially revealed today as the lead in Once Upon A Time in Dubai, Dubai’s first-ever grand musical. The announcement took place at Instagram Headquarters in Dubai, where the event also marked the …

LONDON: Finastra, a global provider of financial services software applications, today announced a significant leadership transition. After nearly a decade of transformative leadership, Simon Paris will step down from his role as Chief Executive Officer. Chris Walters has joined Finastra and will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer. Chris brings a wealth of experience from senior executive leadership positions, driving innovation …