By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Indonesia is proudly participating in the annual My Karachi: Oasis of Harmony exhibition taking place from 6 to 8 February 2026 in Karachi Expo Centre (Hall 5), reaffirming its commitment to strengthening economic partnership, cultural exchange, and educational cooperation between Indonesia and Pakistan. Facilitated by the Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia in Karachi (KJRI …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: The 17th Karachi Literature Festival (KLF) 2026 opened at the Beach Luxury Hotel on a somber note with a moment of silence for Gul Plaza victims and their families and today’s tragic incident of innocent lives lost again in the Islamabad bomb blast. The inaugural event marks the start of a three-day celebration, bringing together writers, …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Consul General Thomas Schultze and Ms. Katja Heusel, paid a visit to METRO Pakistan Pvt. Limited, engaging in productive discussions with Director Corporate Affairs GM Pervaiz Akhtar and the METRO Pakistan team. The exchange focused on business operations and future collaboration in sustainability, and green practices in Pakistan. [email protected]

By Rafiq Vayani ABU DHABI: Amid broad international participation, Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) took part in the World Government Summit 2026, held in Dubai under the theme “Shaping Future Governments”. The summit brought together government leaders, ministers, senior officials, global experts, decision-makers, and specialists in financial, economic, and social affairs from around the world, serving as a high …

DUBAI: Huawei successfuly completed a collaboration with the Lebanese Dubai-based fashion designer Lama Jouni at Dubai Fashion Week 2026 (AW26/27), unveiling the HUAWEI FreeClip 2 as both a functional audio device and a bold fashion accessory. Styled as earrings and integrated seamlessly into Lama Jouni’s runway looks, FreeClip 2 demonstrated how wearable technology can transcend traditional categories and become part …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates is batting strong, featuring Indian cricket star Suryakumar Yadav in its latest advertising campaign to debut ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. For almost three decades, Emirates has maintained one of the most consistent presences in world cricket. The airline has embedded itself into the fabric of the game through major ICC tournaments …

By Farheen Pardesi DUBAI/KARACHI: A grand event was held at Redisson on February 5, 2025, to celebrate the unparalleled dedication and lifelong contributions of Haji Abdul Samad Pardesi, Chairman KMH Supreme Council and Ex-President KMA, in recognition of his selfless contributions to humanity and his immeasurable contributions to Kutiyana Hospital and Kutiyana Memon Association, marked by his lifetime commitments and …

By Rafiq Vayani RIYADH: Riyadh Air and Mastercard today unveiled a bold strategic alliance that brings together payments, travel and technology to reshape how people and businesses experience global travel. With no legacy programs in place, Riyadh Air is in a unique position to jointly create an extensive financial and payment ecosystem that is unprecedented from day one. The collaboration …

DUBAI:;Bollywood A-lister, Kriti Sanon is set to walk the ramp for Manish Malhotra at the closing show of Dubai Fashion Week. Happening on 6th February 2026 at Dubai Design District, world renowned couturier Manish Malhotra will be showcasing his latest collection ‘Inaya’ – The India Story. Inaya – The India Story celebrates India’s cultural heritage through a contemporary design lens, …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/DOHA: Now in its sixth year, the annual “Qatar Economic Forum, Powered by Bloomberg” (the ‘Forum’), held in collaboration with Qatar’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry (‘MOCI’), will take place from May 12–14, 2026 in Doha. Held under the guiding theme, ‘The Global Rebalance: Capital, Power and the Middle East,’ the Forum will explore transformative changes in capital allocation …