146 Graduates Awarded DegreesTop 5 Students Honored with Gold Medals and Cash Prizes of PKR 25,000 By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: The Usman Institute of Technology (UIT) held its 26th Annual Convocation on Saturday at NED University. The ceremony was presided over by Dr. Sarosh Lodhi, Vice Chancellor of NED University, who conferred degrees upon 190 graduates. The graduates included 41 …

Web Desk DUBAI: Emirates marked a significant milestone yesterday as its first Airbus A350 entered commercial service, operating its inaugural flight from Dubai to Edinburgh. Emirates newest aircraft combines next-generation cabin design and exceptional passenger comfort paired with outstanding onboard service. The aircraft, featuring Emirates’ latest cabin products is the first of 65 A350s joining the airline’s fleet over the …

News Desk DUBAI: Dubai International (DXB) is on track to welcome 4.3 million guests in the first 15 days of the year, setting the stage for its busiest January yet. Daily traffic is projected to peak on 3 January, with over 311,000 guests expected. With an average of 287,000 guests passing through daily during this period—8% higher than the same …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: e&, the global technology group, announced that it has set a new Guinness World Record for the largest banner flown whilst in freefall (skydiving). As part of its efforts to bring its new brand positioning, “Go For More” to life, e&, in collaboration with Skydive Dubai, facilitated the freefall. Five skydivers jumped from an altitude of …

RAS AL KHAIMAH: Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC), celebrated the launch of its latest route from Ras Al Khaimah to Tashkent, Uzbekistan. The new service marks a new milestone in the airline’s continued expansion and contribution to the growth of the tourism sector in the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. The …

DOHA: Qatar Airways is pleased to announce the resumption of three weekly flights to Damascus, Syria, from 7 January 2025. This marks a significant step in reconnecting the region and providing passengers with seamless access to Qatar Airways’ extensive global network of more than 170 destinations. The decision to restart operations to Syria reflects the airline’s commitment to fostering regional …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Dubai Land Department launches the Smart Rental Index 2025, marking a transformative milestone in regulating and developing Dubai’s real estate sector. This index represents a comprehensive system that integrates the latest technologies and real estate expertise, aiming to provide exceptional services that meet the needs of all stakeholders in the real estate market. It further enhances …

By Rafiq Vayani DOHA: Qatar Airways, the World’s Best Airline as voted by Skytrax in 2024, has landed its first resumption flight at Abha International Airport (AHB), on Thursday, 2 January 2025. The airline will operate two weekly flights to Abha, offering seamless connectivity on Qatar Airways’ extensive global network of over 170 destinations. With the resumption of this route, Qatar …

DUBAI: OMODA & JAECOO, the innovative automotive brand dedicated to pioneering the future of travel, has officially announced the signing of an exclusive partnership agreement with MAHY Khoory Automotive as its second distributor in the UAE. This milestone partnership amplifies the brand’s market presence ahead of its official operations launch in Q1 2025, reinforcing its commitment to comprehensive coverage across …

News Desk ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways opened its new Etihad U.S. Preclearance Lounge at Zayed International Airport on 30 December, enhancing the travel experience for passengers flying to the United States. Located steps away from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Preclearance facility, the new lounge provides eligible guests with a serene space to unwind after completing their U.S. …