By Muhammad Rafiq ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is hailing its long-standing connection with India by deploying its iconic Airbus A380 to Mumbai for a special four-month period, marking 20 years since its inaugural flight to the city. Starting from 1 September until 31 December 2024, the double-decker aircraft will operate three weekly flights between …

Web Desk DUBAI: Emirates has today announced plans to introduce its newly retrofitted Boeing 777s to two more cities – Zurich and Riyadh from 1 October 2024*. The airline will also layer on refurbished B777s to Geneva and Brussels operations, making them the first two cities in the airline’s network to sport refreshed B777 cabins on all flights. The airline …

Web Desk KARACHI: Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi celebrated the 77th Independence Day with great fervor and enthusiasm. The event featured impressive performances by local bands including AUJ, SOK, Guman, and ACMA Band, attracting a large number of citizens to the venue. President Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi, Muhammad Ahmed Shah, led the celebrations by hoisting the national flag and …

MUSCAT: Following a triumphant 2023/24 season marked by stellar performances, Royal Opera House Muscat (ROHM) is poised to unveil its highly anticipated new season. The official announcement is scheduled to take place on 18th August 2024 at 11:00 am (GST), and broadcast live online via the ROHM YouTube channel. Following the announcement, tickets for the upcoming season will be available for purchase …

By Muhammad Rafiq SHARJAH: Air Arabia (PJSC), the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) operator, today announced strong financial and operational results for the second quarter and first half of 2024, as the airline continued to expand its network, further solidifying its leadership position in the market. Air Arabia reported a net profit of AED …

Dubai’s Thrilling Experiences for Families: With its dazzling skyline and innovative attractions, Dubai stands out as the ultimate destination for thrill and adventure seekers. The city offers an assortment of experiences, from skydiving over the iconic Palm Jumeirah to dune bashing in the expansive Arabian desert. Adventurers can enjoy the view atop Burj Khalifa, or dive into the depths of …

ADDIS ABABA: Ethiopian Airlines Group, Africa’s leading airline, has signed a technical advisory and consultancy contract with Dar Al-Handasah Consultants (Shair and Partners), a partner with the world-renowned signature architects Zaha Hadid Architects, to embark on the design and supervision of a Mega Airport City at Abusera in Bishoftu city. This state-of-the-art airport city, located just 40km from Addis Ababa …

News Desk DUBAI: Dubai Airports announced its new Youth Council cohort today, on International Youth Day. The pioneering initiative, aligned with the UAE’s vision for youth empowerment, aims to guide and nurture young talent, to shape the next generation of aviation leaders. The Dubai Airports Youth Council embodies the unwavering commitment to developing young minds and fostering innovation at the …

By Rafiq Vayani RIYADH/DUBAI: The Kingdom Business and Luxury Travel (KBLT) Congress is set to take place on September 25-26, 2024, in Riyadh. This premier event promises to gather top leaders and innovators from the luxury travel industry, creating an unparalleled networking, learning, and business growth platform. The KBLT Congress brings together senior-level executives from the world’s leading luxury travel brands. The …

The Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup, the world’s premier international jockeys’ competition, has again attracted top talent from around the globe. Multiple Classic winner Seamie Heffernan, teenage sensation Billy Loughnane, and French Group 1 winner Marie Vélon are among the 12 jockeys confirmed to ride in the Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup at Ascot Racecourse, UK on Saturday, 10th August. …