By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/KARACHI: The Consulate of Italy in Karachi hosted an iftar dinner. The Consul of Italy in Karachi, Mr. Fabrizio Bielli welcomed the esteemed dignitaries: government officials, diplomats and friends of Italy in Karachi to commemorate the holy month of Ramadan and promote interfaith harmony. The Honorable Governor Sindh, Kamran Khan Tessori attended the Iftar dinner. Consul Fabrizio …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the opening of nominations for the 2026 edition of the IATA Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) Awards. The Awards recognize excellence in the promotion of diversity and inclusion in the aviation industry in three categories: The Inspirational Role Model Award recognizes a woman holding a senior position within the air transport industry who has …

News Desk KARACHI: The Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) convened a dialogue between a visiting International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation, led by Iva Petrova and Mahir Binici, and CEOs of leading member multinational companies. The discussion focused on Pakistan’s economic outlook and the perspectives of foreign investors operating in the country. OICCI President Mr. Yousaf Hussain acknowledged …

News Desk DUBAI: This Ramadan, The Empowering Women takes center stage at The Dubai Mall as one of the key driving forces behind Ramadan at The District, presented in partnership with EmpowerHer. The collaboration, part of the “Ramadan in Dubai” events, places community impact and children of determination at the heart of one of Dubai’s most prestigious Ramadan experiences. Taking …

Reports profit before tax of AED 2.2 billion (USD 591 million) for the financial year ending 31 December 2025; full year revenue increased by 6% to AED 13.6 billion (USD 3.7 billion) DUBAI: The Dubai-based carrier has delivered another strong financial performance for its financial year ending 31 December 2025, reporting a pre-tax profit of AED 2.2 billion (USD 591 …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Colliers’ UAE Real Estate Market Report for 2025 highlights a defining year characterised by exceptionally strong transactional activity, sustained developer confidence and policy-backed market growth. Whilst all Emirates recorded positive performance, Abu Dhabi emerged as a clear standout, supported by record sales volumes, rising end-user participation and growing international investor interest. The report provides insight into …

Supernet Limited has been merged with and into Supernet Technologies Limited (STL) pursuant to a Scheme of Arrangement sanctioned by the High Court of Sindh, resulting in STL becoming the surviving listed entity. Following the merger’s effectiveness, all assets, liabilities, rights, and obligations of Supernet Limited have been vested in STL. The merged entity will continue operations under the name …

Web Desk MUMBAI: Building on its four-decade commitment, Emirates SkyCargo eyes further growth in India, with the deployment of two additional weekly freighters, one to Mumbai and one to Ahmedabad. The cargo arm of the world’s largest international airline continues to strengthen trade lanes and connect businesses in India with their partners, suppliers and customers all over the world, with …

News Desk DUBAI: A heartwarming example of unity and compassion was witnessed in Dubai as a Ramadan Iftar initiative for laborers brought together people from different nationalities under one shared table, reflecting the true spirit of the holy month. The ongoing Iftar series is being hosted by Vista Maritime Travel & Tourism as part of its corporate social responsibility efforts. …

News Desk LAHORE: This February, over 150 women joined an empowering breast cancer awareness session at Chughtai Healthcare, Lahore, organized by Dawood Global Foundation & Chughtai Lab under Umeed by LADIESFUND. The event featured inspiring talks by Tara Uzra Dawood, CEO LADIESFUND, survivors Nadia Jamil & Lishiana Arslan, entrepreneur Myra Qureshi, doctors Dr. Attika Maryam & Dr. Fatima Rooman, and …