By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: The KWSDC, under the leadership of Mr. Shahid Qureshi, successfully hosted the Mangolicious Masterclass in collaboration with Habitt on Friday, 24 July 2026, at City Talk, Habitt City. The interactive culinary session featured renowned chefs Ayesha Noman and Zainab Kirmani, who captivated participants with innovative mango-inspired recipes and practical cooking techniques. Chef Ayesha Noman demonstrated her …

By Rafiq Vayani RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s ambition to welcome 150 million annual visitors by 2030, alongside an estimated USD 6.3 billion in potential private global real estate investment, is accelerating demand for integrated destinations that combine hospitality, retail, leisure and residential development. Taking place 16-19 November at the Riyadh Exhibition & Convention Centre (Malham), Saudi Arabia, Cityscape Global 2026 brings together the industry leaders …

News Desk KARACHI: Skills Valley celebrated the achievements of students from Skillsvalley North Campus, Skillsvalley Rehnuma Campus, and Knead Café by organizing a Certificate Ceremony for graduates who successfully completed professional training under the NAVTTC PMYSDP Batch-2 Sponsored Program. Students received certifications in Chef de Partie, Restaurant Management, Culinary Arts Professional Cook, Barista Skills & Fast Food, and Event Management …

New interline partnership opens 20 destinations across Nigeria, West and Central Africa to Etihad guests By Rafiq Vayani LAGOS, Nigeria: Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, and Air Peace, Nigeria’s largest airline, have signed an interline agreement that connects the two carriers’ networks, opening 20 destinations across Nigeria, West and Central Africa to Etihad’s guests. Under …

By Dr. Abdullatif Alshanqiti, Associate Editor, ORL-H&N Surgery When Canada’s leading medical organizations declared that investing in the country’s health workforce is fundamental to keeping Canada strong, the message reached far beyond healthcare policy. It highlighted a broader transformation underway in advanced economies: healthcare is increasingly being recognized not simply as a public service, but as a strategic economic asset. …

ISLAMABAD: Business confidence in Pakistan recovered during the second quarter of 2026, with companies reporting improved current conditions and stronger expectations for the year ahead, according to the latest Business Confidence Index released by Gallup Pakistan. The survey, conducted from July 2 to 7 among 527 businesses across manufacturing, services, construction, financial services, and wholesale and retail trade, showed improvement …

KARACHI: Meezan Bank has advised the Government of Pakistan on the successful issuance of the country’s first short-term sovereign hybrid Sukuk, acting as Joint Financial Advisor on the landmark transaction featuring three-month and six-month tenors.The issuance, launched by the Ministry of Finance, introduces Pakistan’s first asset-light short-term sovereign hybrid Sukuk and defining moment in the growth of Pakistan’s Islamic financial …

DUBAI: Dubai’s real estate market recorded 87,800 transactions worth AED 291.7 billion during the first half of 2026, with off-plan properties accounting for 71% of all transactions. Against this backdrop, MERED, the international real estate developer, highlights how sustained off-plan demand and a growing pipeline of landmark developments are raising expectations for the next generation of luxury residences across the …

News Desk DUBAI: Dubai Airports has announced three senior leadership appointments that enhance its technology, operational and national talent capabilities as it prepares for the next phase of growth across Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International (DWC). The appointments see the internal promotions of Kan Ni from Vice President, Airport Operations Control Centre (AOCC) to …

By Rafiq Vayani KUALA LUMPUR: Pakistan’s culinary fraternity celebrated another proud milestone as students of Masterclass Pakistan brought international recognition to the country by winning Silver and Bronze medals on the second day of the Global Culinary Challenge Malaysia (GGCM) 2026. Competing against leading chefs and culinary institutions from across the world, the Pakistani delegation demonstrated exceptional talent, technical excellence, …