A new passenger ferry service in the Comoros island archipelago in East Africa – the first to also transport vehicles – was launched during an official ceremony on the island of Anjouan, attended by H.E. Azali Assoumani, the President of The Union of The Comoros, H.E. Jumaa Rashed Al Remeithi, The UAE Ambassador to the Comoros, and other senior officials. …

News Desk DUBAI: Object 1, the award-winning developer shaping the UAE’s real estate landscape with design-led projects, will participate in the International Real Estate & Investment Show (IREIS 2025), taking place from 12–14 September 2025 at ADNEC, Abu Dhabi. The event, which is expected to welcome more than 2,000 investors, will serve as a platform to highlight Object 1’s recent …

KARACHI: Renowned Pakistani-American businessman and philanthropistr Dr. Anosh Ahmed, while congratulating the nation on Defence Day, paid rich tribute to the martyrs and veterans of the 1965 war, who always defended the country’s borders with unwavering faith and unmatched bravery. On the occasion of Defence Day, a special float was prepared by the Anosh Foundation to honor the Pakistan Armed …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Dubai’s fine-dining landscape welcomes Lavang, a new culinary destination that blends tradition with modern innovation. Situated in the heart of Downtown Dubai, Lavang offers a refined gastronomic experience envisioned by Diviya Kalra, who continues the culinary legacy established by her father, Chef Ashok Kalra—a pioneer of fine dining in the Gulf region. Every aspect of Lavang …

FUJAIRAH: In a spectacular celebration of culinary heritage and cultural elegance, Backwaters, the epitome of authentic Kerala gastronomy, proudly inaugurated its newest branch at the prestigious Tennis & Country Club, Fujairah. The evening unfolded with grandeur, as guests were immersed in an ambience of refined hospitality and festive splendor. The highlight of the night was a soul-stirring performance by the …

Web Desk BAKU: The INMerge Innovation Summit, Azerbaijan’s largest innovation and entrepreneurship gathering organized by PASHA Holding, will return on September 29–30, 2025, at the Baku Convention Center for its fifth edition. This year’s program will bring together world-renowned innovators and business leaders, including Marc Randolph, Co-Founder of Netflix, Zack Hass, former Head of Go-to-Market at OpenAI, Ed Catmull, Co-Founder …

By Rafiq Vayani ABU DHABI: Chery UAE, presented in the UAE by AW Rostamani Group (AWR Group), has announced an exclusive partnership with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). The landmark collaboration establishes Chery UAE as the “Exclusive VIP Mobility Partner” of the 2025 IUCN World Conservation Congress. The partnership was formalised during a signing ceremony at the …

The Aga Khan University (AKU) officially inaugurated its new campus in Kampala, Uganda, today, a historic moment that marks the University’s first full-scale campus development outside of Pakistan since its founding.. The inauguration of the new academic facilities and student residences was presided over by AKU’s Chancellor, His Highness the Aga Khan, and the President of Uganda, His Excellency Yoweri …

Web Desk DUBAI: Yango Ride, part of the global tech company Yango Group, has released its latest Lost & Found statistics from summer 2024 to 2025, covering items that passengers left behind and later reported for retrieval. The insights reflect the diverse lifestyles of UAE residents, with rides often holding everything from small mementos to valuable designer items. The report …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/KARACHI: Karachi Marriott Hotel had the honor of welcoming senior corporate leadership from Marriott International. The distinguished delegation included Michel Nader, Regional Vice President, Middle East (Dubai Regional Office), and Salim Ait Kaci, Senior Director, Owner & Partner Relations (EMEA Headquarters, London). Hosted by Raza Abbas, General Manager, the visit marked a landmark moment – a maiden field visit that …