News Desk DUBAI: The evolution of smartphones took a new trajectory in the summer of 2024. After months of speculation and rumours, as Huawei unveiled the first-ever commercially available trifold to the world, it was praised universally. It proved that there is still room for groundbreaking innovations in smartphones. The HUAWEI Mate XT was so ahead of its time, it …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Karachi Marriott Hotel hosted an exquisite Lebanese Night at Bistro Rozana, bringing together fine dining, cultural exchange, and an elevated social experience under one roof. The evening was graciously hosted by the General Manager, Mr. Raza Abbas, who welcomed an esteemed gathering of diplomats and members of the diplomatic corps, including the Consul Generals and representatives …

Costa Navarino, the sustainably driven destination in Messinia, in the southwest Peloponnese steps into 2026 with the introduction of a series of immersive, multi-generational guest experiences inspired by Homer’s Odyssey. Creating a powerful narrative rooted in Homeric legacy, the new experiences are rooted in mythology, local culture, and authentic hospitality, inviting guests across The Westin Resort Costa Navarino, The Romanos, a …

News Desk KARACHI: Meezan Bank, Pakistan’s leading Islamic bank and one of the largest banks in the country in collaboration with Haball, has announced a major expansion of the Wisaaq digital supply chain financing platform through the launch of a new Murabaha-based financing facility with Dawlance, Pakistan’s leading home appliance manufacturer. This innovative initiative enables Dawlance’s distributors to access instant, …

News Desk MUSCAT: SalamAir, the Sultanate of Oman’s low-cost carrier, has inaugurated its new direct service to Abha in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, strengthening air connectivity between the two brotherly nations and supporting growing tourism flows between Oman and the Asir Region. The new route forms part of SalamAir’s ongoing expansion of its regional destination network. The inaugural flight departed from …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Today, the European Investment Bank signed its first loan agreement with Pakistan in a decade, supporting the delivery of clean drinking water for Karachi. The signing took place in Brussels on the margins of the 15th EU Pakistan Joint Commission. The agreement formalises €60 million loan, as a part of the Global Gateway, to rehabilitate and …

News Desk DUBAI: Dubai Duty Free is marking its 42nd anniversary with a special one-day pre-Christmas sale promotion, offering 25% discount on a wide range of products for 24 hours on 20th December. In what has become an annual tradition, the 25% discount offer will be available for all departing and arriving passengers at Dubai International and Al Maktoum International …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Nolte Küchen, Germany’s leading premium kitchen brand, concludes 2025 marked by strategic growth across the Middle East and key global markets. The company’s regional entity, Nolte FZE, strengthened its position in the UAE, advanced large-scale initiatives in Saudi Arabia, expanded its dealer and project networks, and entered new territories across Africa and Southeast Asia. These developments …

Web Desk SHARJAH: Sharjah National Oil Corporation (SNOC) has signed an agreement with SAP to adopt RISE with SAP, marking a major milestone in its corporate drive toward advanced modernization within the energy sector. The initiative supports Sharjah’s long-term strategy to enhance operational excellence and sustainability under the leadership of H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmad Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah …

News Desk ISLAMABAD: On 12 December 2025, His Excellency Ambassador Dato’ Mohammad Azhar bin Mazlan, High Commissioner of Malaysia to Pakistan hosted a reception at the High Commission of Malaysia to welcome Ms. Shahida Binti Md Shoberi, who assumed her duties as Second Secretary of the High Commission. The event was attended by Home-Based Staff (HBS) and Locally Recruited Staff …