By Rafiq Vayani MUSCAT: SalamAir, Oman’s Low-Cost Carrier, has announced its On-Time Performance (OTP) results for the first quarter of 2026, reinforcing its continued commitment to operational transparency, reliability, and customer trust. OTP is an internationally recognized measure of punctuality, calculated by the percentage of flights departing within 15 minutes of their scheduled departure time. During the first quarter of 2026, SalamAir …

KARACHI, 4 April 2026: Tourism Malaysia continued its dynamic participation on Day 2 of Pakistan Travel Mart 2026 (PTM 2026) at the Karachi Expo Centre, reinforcing its strategic re-engagement with Pakistan’s travel trade and consumer market. The Malaysia Pavilion remained a key attraction, featuring strong engagement from travel partners and visitors while highlighting Malaysia’s diverse tourism offerings aligned with PTM 2026’s theme, “Shaping the Future of …

KARACHI: The Aga Khan University (AKU), in collaboration with the Department of Health, Government of Sindh, and the District Commissioner’s Office in Tando Muhammad Khan, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Government of Sindh to support nursing education in Tando Muhammad Khan. The first cohort of approximately 50 students that will benefit from this partnership is expected to …

KARACHI: Tourism Malaysia marked its return to Pakistan Travel Mart 2026 (PTM 2026) after a five-year hiatus with an active and high-level presence on Day 1 at the Karachi Expo Centre, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening tourism cooperation between Malaysia and Pakistan. The Malaysia Pavilion was officially inaugurated by His Excellency Dato’ Mohammad Azhar Mazlan, High Commissioner of Malaysia in Islamabad, Pakistan, and Mr. Herman Hardynata …

Engaged 738,785 students across national and international platforms DUBAI: The Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) hosted its 29th Annual Corporate Gala Dinner, a distinguished evening dedicated to recognising sustainability leadership, strengthening partnerships and reaffirming the UAE’s steadfast commitment to environmental progress. Held under the gracious patronage of His Highness Engr. Sheikh Salim Bin Sultan Bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Chairman of Ras …

PENANG: Tourism Malaysia welcomes the arrival of the inaugural direct flight connecting Qingdao and Penang, marking another significant step in strengthening Malaysia’s international air connectivity and supporting the nation’s tourism growth in line with the Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026). The inaugural flight, QW923, departed from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport and arrived at Penang International Airport at 3.15 p.m. Operated by …

News Desk KARACHI: Meezan Bank is stepping up its digital payments strategy, expanding its merchant network and accelerating adoption of instant payment solutions as Pakistan’s shift toward a cashless economy gathers pace, senior bank official said. The move comes as digital transactions continue to rise sharply across the country. Data from the State Bank of Pakistan shows that around 92% …

KARACHI: Tourism Malaysia returned to Pakistan Travel Mart 2026 (PTM 2026) after a five-year hiatus, participating from 3 to 5 April 2026 at the Karachi Expo Centre. The participation marks a strategic re-engagement with Pakistan’s travel trade and consumers, as Tourism Malaysia showcases the country’s diverse tourism offerings in line with PTM’s theme, “Shaping the Future of Travel: Innovation, Sustainability …

Web Desk KARACHI: Mondelēz Pakistan has been recognized with three awards at the 15th International Summit on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) held in Karachi, cementing its position as a leader in responsible and sustainable business practices in Pakistan. The company received awards in the categories of Women Empowerment, Employee Volunteering, and Environmental Stewardship. The awards were presented by the summit’s …

By Rafiq Vayani LAHORE: The School of Integrated Social Sciences (SISS) at the University of Lahore has successfully concluded the first cohort of its Master of Philosophy (M.Phil) degree program in Intelligence and Security Studies. Seven students, including one international graduate from Nigeria, completed the program, marking a milestone in Pakistan’s higher education landscape. Dean of the Faculty of Social …