By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: As the Sustainability Partner of the 18th edition of the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) hosted a panel discussion at the festival focused on sustainability and climate issues. The event, which opened on 21 January and ends on 27 January, is being held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammed …

News Desk ABU DHABI:  Tenstorrent USA, Inc. and Infinia Technologies Limited are excited to announce a strategic partnership agreement to co-develop and commercialize sovereign AI infrastructure solutions from Abu Dhabi, with an initial focus on government, financial services, and critical infrastructure customers across the GCC. The agreement was signed by Jim Keller, CEO of Tenstorrent, and Arif Khan, CEO of Infinia, on the …

News Desk DUBAI: Emirates has announced the expansion of its signature Chauffeur-Drive service in Japan, extending the premium ground experience to customers travelling from Narita International Airport from 1 February 2026 and Kansai International Airport from 1 March 2026. These destinations are added to the existing Chauffeur-Drive service available at Haneda Airport, reinforcing Emirates’ position as the only international airline …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: The opening day of Gulfood 2026 witnessed a strong and vibrant presence of Pakistan’s food and agribusiness sector at the Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai. The Chairman of Pakistan Business Council Dubai (PBC) was invited to attend the inauguration ceremony, reflecting the Council’s active role in supporting Pakistani businesses on international platforms. The ceremony was …

Yango, the ride-hailing service part of Yango Group, has revealed key travel trends shaping the sector across the UAE and Oman. Data from the past year highlights how residents and visitors are using ride-hailing for everything from airport transfers to trips to major shopping destinations, reflecting the growing role of on-demand transport in daily life and regional mobility. Airport Transfers …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Human-centred design has become the clearest marker of quality at the top end of the market. Pedestrian-friendly layouts, usable outdoor spaces, wellness and leisure amenities, and a sense of rhythm between private and shared areas are now central to what buyers expect from high-end developments. The emphasis is less on visual impact and more on how …

Sport Desk DUBAI: Breeders’ Cup Classic winner Forever Young and recent Dubai World Cup champions Laurel River (2024) and Hit Show (2025) are among a world-class list of nominees for the $12 million G1 Dubai World Cup, the centrepiece of Dubai World Cup Day on Saturday, 28 March 2026. A total of 151 horses have been entered for the iconic 2000-metre contest, with leading contenders from …

Daraz Pakistan, under its Daraz Cares arm, has announced a dedicated support initiative for sellers impacted by the recent fire at Gul Plaza in Karachi, aimed at helping affected businesses regain stability and continue serving customers across Pakistan. Through this initiative, Daraz Pakistan will launch a dedicated segment and page on its platform (app and desktop) for sellers impacted by …

ILMA University organized the prestigious ILMA Media Summit 2026 under the leadership of Honorable Chancellor Mr. Noman Abid Lakhani (T.I), Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Mansoor Uz-Zafar Dawood, Dean, Faculty of Media & Design, Prof. Dr. Yasmeen Sultana, Registrar, Syed Kashif Rafi, Faculty of Media and Design and the Events Department, who played a pivotal role in planning and executing the …

DUBAI: The Memon Leadership Forum (MLF), under the dynamic leadership of Chairman Mr. Iqbal Advani, successfully hosted its first-ever Students Excellence Awards Ceremony, powered by Crystal Bay Azure, on Sunday, 25 January 2025, at the Pakistan Association Dubai. The landmark event celebrated the achievements of students who demonstrated exceptional academic performance, leadership skills, and all-round excellence. In addition to student …