By Rafiq Vayani TASHKENT: The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that it is establishing a permanent presence in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, opening a new office and preparing for the launch of a Billing and Settlement Plan (BSP) in the country before the end of the year. “Uzbekistan is a growing market that is taking a leading position in Central Asia …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Ahead of Earth Day 2026, the Aga Khan University (AKU) convened a media roundtable, bringing together journalists, environmental stakeholders, and experts to address the growing threat of climate change to coastal ecosystems, with a particular focus on the city’s mangrove forests. The session featured a screening of “A Forest in Peril”, a documentary produced by architect …

Pakistan’s fast-evolving SUV market is beginning to see a new layer of competition, not just between brands, but within the same global automotive groups. A case in point is the comparison emerging between the Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV and the Jaecoo J7 two different brands under the umbrella of Chery, a Chinese automobile giant. At first glance, the two vehicles …

A redefined digital experience signals the shift from traditional loyalty programmes to marketplace driven engagement at scale Loylogic, a global leader in rewards marketplace infrastructure, today announced the launch of its newly redesigned website, marking the next step in the evolution of the Global Rewards Marketplace. The launch comes as organisations increasingly move beyond traditional, programme led loyalty models towards …

The Dubai-based carrier expands its network in Thailand to two destinations with the start of flights to Bangkok from 01 July 2026 DUBAI: flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has announced the launch of flights to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) in Bangkok from 01 July 2026, marking the airline’s second destination in Thailand alongside Krabi. The carrier will operate a daily …

News Desk KARACHI: Meezan Bank, Pakistan’s leading Islamic bank and one of the largest banks in the country has recently been recognized by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, with the ‘Outstanding GTFP Issuing Bank in Sustainable Trade’ award at the 9th  Global Trade Partner Meeting (GTPM) held in Lisbon, Portugal. The award was …

By Muhammad Ammar KARACHI: Visa Inc. (NYSE: V) today unveiled Intelligent Commerce Connect, a new solution that makes it easier for businesses to connect to and participate in AI-powered commerce. Intelligent Commerce Connect acts as a network, protocol, and token vault-agnostic ‘on ramp’ to agentic commerce for agent builders, merchants, and enablers. As consumers increasingly rely on AI agents to …

News Desk DUBAI: Recent travel trends indicate a growing interest in multigenerational vacations. According to the latest data for 2026, 31% of holidaymakers plan to travel with their families, often including multiple generations. Gen Z and Millennials are increasingly embracing trips that span generations, with 51% of Gen Z adults reporting that they have travelled with their parents. For many adults, family …

By Dr Aliya Kemal Ahsan KARACHI: The Pakistan Cardiac Society (PCS) Karachi Chapter held a landmark strategic session today, “Clinical Innovation & Strategic Continuity,” at the Tabba Heart Institute. The event served as a critical platform for cardiovascular leaders to align on a transformative roadmap for heart health in 2026. The proceedings were expertly guided by Dr. Aliya Kemal Ahsan, who served as …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates has continued its commitment to making travel more accessible for all, by successfully arranging bespoke Emirates Travel Rehearsals across more than 40 cities globally over the past year. With more than 250 families positively impacted, Emirates Travel Rehearsals are designed to support children and young adults with autism, allowing them to practice the journey through …