News Desk DUBAI: Dubai Duty Free reached an historic milestone on December 9th when the airport retailer passed AED8 billion in sales for the first time in its 42-year history. The sale of a twin pack of Marlboro Lights purchased for AED371 by an Indian passenger travelling to Delhi was the item that pushed sales over the AED8 billion mark. …

By Rafiq Vayani RIYADH: beOnd, the world’s first premium leisure airline, today announced that it has begun the process to launch an airline and receive an Air Operator Certificate (AOC) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, pursuant to the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA). The announcement positions beOnd at the heart of the Kingdom’s ambitious tourism and aviation vision. …

Web Desk DUBAI: In its continuous effort to enhance the experience for thousands of visitors, Dubai Taxi Company P.J.S.C (DTC) joins forces with Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai’s premier live entertainment destination. The strategic alignment aims to provide guests with seamless, hassle-free limousine and taxi transport services, from the arena; ensuring the journey is just as memorable as the show itself. Under …

By Rafiq Vayan KARACHI: In lieu of the 10th Edition of the World Week of Italian Cuisine, the Consulate of Italy in Karachi organized an exclusive Culinary Master Class featuring Italian Chef Vincenzo De Liso at Habitt City. The event attracted a distinguished audience of culinary experts, food enthusiasts, and professionals from the HORECA (Hotel/Restaurant/Catering) sector, offering a unique opportunity …

Turkish Airlines, the airline flying to more countries than any other, has entered into a partnership with Samsung, marking yet another milestone towards its digital transformation efforts aimed to enhance the travel comfort of its guests. Beginning on December 1st, passengers will be able to seamlessly track their baggage using Smart Tagged Baggage Service, powered by SmartThings Find, which enables faster and …

News Desk ABU DHABI/KARACHI: Meezan Bank has signed an agreement with Etihad Airways, the Abu Dhabi–based international carrier, to offer travel-related discounts to Meezan Bank Debit Cardholders. The signing ceremony took place at Meezan Bank’s Head Office in Karachi and was attended by Mr. Ahmed Ali Siddiqui, Group Head of Consumer Finance, Meezan Bank, and Mr. Ahmad Zahoor, General Manager, …

News Desk DUBAI: This December, Emirates is sprinkling seasonal magic across every customer’s journey, inviting passengers to embrace the warmth, wonder, and whimsy of Christmas from departure to destination. As the airline prepares for more than 2.3 million departures and 2.5 million arrivals in the coming weekends, those flying with Emirates can expect generous touches of festive flair, from winter-inspired …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Consul General of Malaysia in Karachi, His Excellency, Herman Hardynata Ahmad was invited to Pencak Silat Event that was held at the Junejo Community Hall, New Karachi. The event was organized by Sindh Pencak Silat Association to mark the recognition of Pencak Silat as an Exhibition Game in the 35th National Games 2025. [email protected]

KARACHI: The Sri Lanka Convention Bureau (SLCB), functioning under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, in collaboration with the Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Karachi and SriLankan Airlines, is pleased to announce the launch of a two-city B2B roadshow in Karachi and Lahore. This initiative forms part of SLCB’s ongoing efforts to enhance Sri Lanka’s presence …

Sport Desk ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways, the UAE’s national airline, thrilled thousands of racegoers and spectators worldwide as the A380 Superjumbo took to the skies to mark the start of the Formula 1 racing season finale. With the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix attracting millions of viewers worldwide, all eyes were on the sky with the A380 …