Web Desk DUBAI: The Emirates Group today announced its best-ever half-year financial performance, posting a profit before tax of AED 10.4 billion (US$ 2.8 billion) for the first six months of 2024-25, surpassing its record profit before tax for the same period last year. This is the first financial year that the UAE corporate income tax, enacted in 2023, is applied to …

News Desk KARACHI: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has the official Airline Partner for IDEAS 2024 (Arms for Peace), the premier defence exhibition in Pakistan. As part of this strategic partnership with Badar Expo Solutions, PIA will showcase its support by displaying the IDEAS 2024 insignia on six of its aircraft and Airline crew Vehicles Notably, this includes the Boeing 777-LR …

News Desk DUBAI: Smart Mobility International, the exclusive distributor for AVATR in the UAE, hosted an exclusive media event on Habtoor Boulevard in Dubai, showcasing the brand’s highly anticipated flagship models, the AVATR 11 Luxury SUV and AVATR 12 Luxury Gran Coupe, with a unique blend of cutting-edge technology and intelligent design. The event sets the stage for AVATR’s official …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: The 8th Edition of THE FUTURE SUMMIT continued on day 2 featuring discussions on emerging issues such as the future of healthcare, financial inclusion, Pakistan’s evolving financial sector, and the critical need to rethink talent strategies. In his keynote address, Senator Dr. Musadik Malik, Federal Minister for Energy (Petroleum Division) emphasized the role of technology in …

Sport Desk DUBAI: The DP World ILT20 Schools Cup 2024 reaches an exciting milestone as it enters the quarter final stage, with eight schools qualifying from their respective pools across the UAE. From the Abu Dhabi pools, Cambridge High School and Abu Dhabi Indian School – Al Muroor have earned their places. In Dubai, the advancing schools include Dubai College, …

Web Desk DUBAI: Dubai’s commercial office market is reaching new heights, with unprecedented demand driving occupancy rates and rental growth across prime business districts, as detailed in Savills Q3 2024 Dubai Office Market report. Driven by a substantial rise in new business registrations and expansion activities by existing firms, including those in finance and technology sectors, the city’s real estate …

RIYADH: Line Investments & Property SP LLC, a prominent subsidiary of LuLu International Holding, proudly announces its outstanding success at the MECS+R Shopping Centre & Retailer Awards 2024. The company’s portfolio of malls earned an impressive total of 21 prestigious awards, solidifying its leadership in the retail and property management industry across the MENA region. These awards highlight the company’s …

Exclusive unveiling event will take place in the Coca-Cola Arena on 21 November 2024; Expressions of Interest now open for One CentralOne Central boasts an ideal location just six minutes from the stunning Marjan Island, soon to be home to the world’s largest Wynn Casino By Muhammad Rafiq DUBAI: After the successful acquisition of land in RAK Central, Dubai-based Pantheon …

ENOC Group, a leading integrated global energy player, underpinned its commitment to bridge the educational gap and foster knowledge exchange in the UAE through an agreement with the University of Dubai. The agreement stems from ENOC Group’s commitment to supporting the development of a knowledge-driven economy as part of the UAE’s National Strategy for Higher Education 2030, which seeks to …

By Muhammad Rafiq ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, and e& UAE, the telecommunications arm of global technology group e&, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore key areas of cooperation. This collaboration aims to enhance customer experience and business synergies across loyalty programmes, marketing activities, sales, and knowledge sharing, ultimately supporting the broader …