Web Desk DUBAI: Following its unveiling at Huawei’s recent launch event in Dubai, the sleek and feature-packed HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 is now officially available for pre-order in the UAE. Designed to deliver an exceptional balance of performance, creativity, and comfort, the MatePad 11.5 brings Huawei’s innovative PaperMatte Display technology to a wider audience, making it the perfect companion for students, …

By Rafiq Vayani DOHA: Qatar Airways and Accenture (NYSE: ACN) are joining forces to revolutionise the aviation industry through artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. This strategic partnership aims to elevate customer experience, optimise operational efficiency, and enhance overall airline group performance. As part of this partnership, Qatar Airways and Accenture has established “AI Skyways” to further position the multi award-winning airline …

GENEVA: Kempinski Hotels has announced the appointment of three new Vice Presidents – Kristian Toivanen, Aurelia van Lynden and Dan Clayton – to its newly formed product and experience team. Reporting to Chief Product & Experience Officer, Rasha Lababidi, the trio will lead wellness and spa, property and destination guest experiences and gastronomy and concepts, respectively, as part of the …

KARACHI: In a spirit of patriotism and unity, Jashan-e-Marka-e-Haq & Independence Day was celebrated with great zeal at the Zainab Rehabilitation Centre, hosted by Haji Masood Parekh, Chairman of the Centre. The event was graced by Senator & President Pakistan Peoples Party Sindh, Nisar Ahmad Khuhro, as the Chief Guest. Distinguished personalities including Altaf Habib, Altaf Habbib Jangda, A.K. Memon, …

News Desk MUSCAT: SalamAir, Oman’s low-cost airline, has achieved a significant milestone in its distribution strategy with the official launch of its offerings on Sabre Global Distribution System (GDS). Travel agents using Sabre GDS can now seamlessly book SalamAir flights under the airline’s OV code and issue tickets on the OV960 stock in all it’s active Billing and Settlement Plan …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Dubai International (DXB) is gearing up for a busy end to the summer holidays, with families returning from vacation and students travelling back to Dubai ahead of the new academic year. Between 13 and 25 August 2025, DXB is expected to welcome more than 3.6 million guests, with daily averages reaching 280,000. The busiest day is …

Web Desk KARACHI: In a spirit of patriotism and unity, Sakan-e-Sheza Trust proudly celebrated 78 years of Pakistan’s Independence along with the commemoration of “Marka-e-Haq” on Tuesday, August 12, 2025. The memorable gathering, held at Kanteen Restaurant on Main Tipu Sultan Road, was graced by the leadership of Erum Saaim, Founder of Sakan-e-Sheza Trust, alongside a host of iconic women …

News Desk PARIS/DUBAI: The International Prime Awards Paris 2025, held at the prestigious Automobile Club De France (ACF),  at Paris, France was a momentous occasion celebrating visionary leadership, innovation, and global impact across diverse industries. This grand ceremony was illuminated by the esteemed presence of our Founder, Ms. Sujany Rodrigues, and Co-Founder, Mr. Daniel Salter, whose passion and dedication have been the driving force behind the Awards’ mission to recognize …

LONDON: Binghatti Holding Ltd (“Binghatti Holding”), one of the UAE’s fastest growing real estate developers, celebrated the debut of its USD 500 million 5-year Senior Unsecured Sukuk on the London Stock Exchange with a ceremonial bell-ringing event, marking a key milestone in the company’s international growth journey. The sukuk, issued under Binghatti’s USD 1.5 billion Trust Certificate Issuance Programme, was …

ISLAMABAD: In a pioneering move to promote financial empowerment in the education sector, ABHI, a leading embedded finance platform, has partnered with Riphah International University, one of Pakistan’s most respected higher education institutions, to introduce Earned Wage Access (EWA) for its faculty and staff. Through this collaboration, Riphah International University employees can now access a portion of their earned salaries …