By Rafiq Vayani MUSCAT: SalamAir, Oman’s low-cost airline, proudly announces the arrival of its 15th aircraft, a brand-new Airbus A321neo, named “Barr Al Hikman” after the famous coastal area located in the Sultanate of Oman, often referred to as the Maldives of the Middle East, known for its natural beauty and abundant wildlife. Mohamed Bin Abdullah Al Khonji, Chairman of SalamAir, said: …

News Desk KARACHI: The Board of Directors of National Bank of Pakistan “NBP” “the Bank” met yesterday to approve the interim condensed financial statements of the Bank for the half-year ended June 30, 2025. Delivering another period of strong performance, the Bank reported a total income of PKR 157.1 Bn, reflecting an increase of PKR 58 Bn or 58.4% over …

News Desk DUBAI: The UAE’s tourism industry continues to surge in 2025, reinforcing its position as one of the world’s most sought-after destinations. According to insights from Yango Ads, the Ad Tech division of Yango Group, increasing visitor numbers and growing demand for premium, experience-led travel are reshaping traveller behaviour and pushing brands to rethink their approach to advertising. Tourism …

Khalifa University of Science and Technology will host the AI Futures Summit: Empowering Higher Education on 24–25 September 2025, bringing together experts from academia, government, and industry to examine the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in reshaping higher education. The UAE is not just adapting to AI. It is creating the conditions for others to do so. The AI Futures …

KARACHI: New car sales in Europe rose 5.9% in July, the best month for more than a year in a boost for the struggling industry as consumer confidence weakens, European Automobile Manufacturers Association data showed on Thursday. Plug-in hybrid sales in the European Union recorded the biggest jump since at least January 2023, when the ACEA started reporting the figure, …

Web Desk DUBAI: Tanishq Middle East proudly announces the launch of its festive jewellery line, Onam Ormakal, a radiant celebration of Kerala’s cultural heritage and the timeless traditions of Onam. Thoughtfully designed for the South Indian diaspora across the UAE, Qatar, and Oman, the collection captures the colours, rituals, and emotions of this much-loved harvest festival. Every piece in the …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: In celebration of the 10th anniversary of Emirati Women’s Day and under this year’s national theme, “Hand in Hand, We Celebrate 50 Years”, Dubai Airports and Dubai Airports Women’s Network (DAWN) unveiled its ‘Messages to Tomorrow’, a striking photo gallery at Dubai International (DXB) celebrating Emirati women in aviation. The initiative is part of Dubai Airports’ ongoing commitment …

News Desk BENGKULU: The Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) participated today in the inauguration of the  Bengkulu University Hospital Development Project, financed through a concessional development loan of USD 22 million. The project reflects nearly 49 years of cooperation between the SFD and the Republic of Indonesia, highlighting a shared commitment to sustainable growth and human-centered development. The inauguration ceremony …

Biz Today Report DUBAI: GiA Middle East hosted an exclusive dinner with KSA-based Al-Raee Group Chairman, Mr. Bilal Muhammad Zubair, at the Armani Hotel, Burj Khalifa. The gathering, held at Mr. Zubair’s invitation, focused on upcoming initiatives and opportunities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The evening brought together esteemed leaders and council members, including: Air Marshal (R) Ahmad Hassan …

LACAS A Level officially launched its Studio LACAS Incubation Center (SLIC) 2025 programme with a series of powerful masterclasses at its Burki and Johar Town campuses, marking the beginning of an innovation-driven journey for its students. The inaugural sessions featured two leading voices from Pakistan’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Mr. Farhaan Riaz, Director of TICK Incubator at UET Lahore, shared his expertise …