From 95th to 39th position in Six Years, Khalifa Port’s Rapid Rise Highlights World-Class Expansion and Operational Excellence, Reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s Status as a Global Trade Gateway ABU DHAB: AD Ports Group (ADX: ADPORTS), a leading global enabler of trade, logistics and industry, announced that Khalifa Port has advanced to the 39th position in the prestigious Lloyd’s List Top 100 …

Sport Desk DUBAI: The UAE’s most empowering movement for women and girls is back – and this year, She Runs 2025, supported by Dubai Sports Council, and organized by Plan b Group, will unite thousands once again at Expo City Dubai, a strategic partner, on November 9, for a powerful celebration of movement, meaning, and community. Now in its 12th …

News Desk DUBAI: International restaurant guide GreatList, known for its deep expertise across the global F&B industry, has launched GreatList Sessions, an ambitious culinary initiative to highlight Dubai as the world’s gastronomic capital. The company organised the first and largest overseas showcase of Dubai’s ten most celebrated chefs, recognised by Michelin, Gault&Millau, The World’s 50 Best MENA, The Best Chef …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: The Pakistan-Japan Business Forum (PJBF) celebrated its 17th Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the Residence of the Chairman of PJBF, Murtaza Mandviwalla. The gathering was held under the patronship of the PJBF, the Consul General of Japan in Karachi, H.E Mr. Hattori Masaru. The highlight of the evening was the introduction of the signing of the …

News Desk DUBAI: Space will be in the spotlight at Dubai Airshow 2025 (DAS25) with its largest-ever Space Pavilion, organised in partnership with the UAE Space Agency, one of the Airshow’s strategic partners. The five-day space programme at the Airshow will unite international space agencies, pioneering space-tech companies, startups, investors and academia to address challenges, foster collaboration and advance the …

DUBAI: Al Fardan Exchange, the UAE’s most trusted financial services provider since 1971, today announced the launch of its Salary Advance service for Wages Protection System (WPS) customers, in partnership with Abhi Middle East Limited, the neo bank of the future, backed by Hub71 and the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) and funded by Commercial Bank International. This strategic step …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/KARACHI: The Social Welfare Committee of the Okhai Memon Jamat (OMJ) – Ladies Wing – held its introductory meeting and oath-taking ceremony on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at the Hussien Ibrahim Sports Complex, Hussainabad. The session was held under the chairmanship of Mr. Shahid Adam Kath and the esteemed leadership of OMJ President, Mr. Abdul Aziz Abdul …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has announced seven new interline agreements, bringing the carrier’s total number of interline partners to more than 40. These strategic agreements give flydubai customers access to more than 30 destinations in Europe through Greece’s flagship carrier, Aegean Airlines, and Italy’s national carrier, ITA Airways. In addition, flydubai passengers travelling to the Far …

Luxury suites, 24-hour butler service, and curated 7-night Gulf itineraries redefine cruising in the region DUBAI: MSC Cruises is shining a spotlight on its award-winning MSC Yacht Club as it returns to the Gulf for the 2025/26 season. Known as the ‘ship within a ship,’ MSC Yacht Club offers a private sanctuary of luxury and personalised service, setting it apart …

Day One Sessions Focus on Physical Readiness, Resilience, and Performance Enhancement in the Armed Forces ABU DHABI: H.E. Lt General (Staff) Ibrahim Nasser Al Alawi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Defence, inaugurated the CISM International Scientific Symposium 2025, which commenced today in Abu Dhabi and will run for three days until 22 October. Held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh …