By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Dubai-based Al Kasir Group launched three Crypto assets backed by certified diamonds. Al Kasir Jewellery Trading and Al Kasir portal, a joint venture under the private office of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Bin Obaid Al Maktoum, announced the launch of the innovative diamond trading model using the blockchain technology for the first time in the world. …

KARACHI: A one-day free medical camp with diagnostics facilities was organized by the Hashmanis Medical Welfare Foundation at premises of Halari Memon Jamat in Guzdarabad area near Ranchoreline here on Sunday. More than 1200 patients were examined at the camp and 90 of them were diagnosed with cataract. At the camp, patients were provided free checkups for eye and other …

DUBAI: Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts, the Hong Kong-based luxury hotel operator, revealed comprehensive details about its new family-focused features across multiple destinations. Leading the way is the Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore, which launched its child-friendly services with Buds by Shangri-La, a 2,150-square-meter indoor and outdoor play space devoted to children between the ages of one and 12 years. The interactive play …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Golden Sands Hotel Apartments, part of A.A. Al Moosa Enterprises and pioneered the concept of hotel apartments in the region, will make a strong presence in this year’s Arabian Travel Market, as part of its strategy to position the brand as a market leader in the hospitality industry. Despite a challenging time, the team of Golden …

DUBAI: Avaya Holdings Corp. (NYSE: AVYA). The Avaya Happiness Index on Blockchain, developed in the UAE and showcased at GITEX 2017, was voted a Gold Winner for innovation at the 31st Edison Award™ in New York City. The distinguished awards, inspired by Thomas Edison’s persistence and inventiveness, recognize innovation, creativity and ingenuity in the global economy. The Avaya Happiness Index …

DUBAI: CASIO Middle East has announced the launch of its latest range of models for its BABY-G brand, which have been designed and developed for the active yet elegant and sophisticated women of today. The newest line of BABY-G watches, the G-MS range, exemplifies the successful integration of fashion and function—ably demonstrating CASIO’s commitment to support women who are always …

By Rafiq Vayani HONG KONG: The 15th Edition of HKTDC International ICT Expo 2018 is being held in Hong Kong at Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre April 13th, 2018 to April 16th, 2018. More than 600 exhibitors and approximately 32,000 buyers throughout the fair period from all over the world would be attending the event. The Pakistan Software Houses …

BANGKOK: Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) will join in preserving Thai traditional culture during Songkran festival 2018.  THAI Ground Staff will dress in national Thai costume to welcome passengers at Premium Check-in Row A, Suvarnabhumi Airport, from now until 20 April 2018.  Mrs. Manusnunt Sitthijirasin (fourth from left), THAI Managing Director, Ground Customer Services, recently welcomed passengers at …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: In a ribbon cutting ceremony held Friday, 13 April, 2018, the Paramount Fine Foods team celebrated the grand opening of their new restaurant at Sindhi Muslim Society with the children from Dar-ul-Sukun and Karachi Down Syndrome Program. Paramount Fine Foods which originates from Canadais the fastest growing authentic Middle Eastern cuisine franchise that has restaurants around …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Satisfying that last-minute craving for a taste of Dubai right before jumping on a plane is now very easy as Dubai Airports welcomes Tranzeet DXB to the family. Travellers can now sample a taste of where they are in the world while in Dubai International at this fun, nostalgic restaurant. With the option to grab a …