By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Karachi Marriott Hotel proudly welcomed its newest team members with a dynamic and engaging orientation programme designed to immerse fresh talent into the renowned Marriott culture of excellence. The exclusive session featured warm introductions, interactive engagements with all Heads of Departments, and a comprehensive overview of the hotel’s values, service standards, and commitment to delivering memorable …

Dubai: Dubai Electronic Security Center (DESC) convened the Multaqa ISR Officers, bringing together Information Security Regulation (ISR) Officers from across Dubai government and semi-government entities. The forum served as a strategic platform to align cybersecurity leaders on Dubai’s evolving cyber security landscape, with a focus on regulatory advancements, emerging technologies, and the continued professionalisation of the ISR ecosystem. On the …

Web Desk KARACHI: K-Electric (KE) and Mega Motor Company (MMC), partners of BYD in Pakistan, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the provision of a dedicated 5MW power connection, scalable up to 7.5MW, to support BYD-MMC’s manufacturing operations in Pakistan as the facility prepares to go live in 2026. Under the agreement, BYD-MMC will develop and fund a …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) successfully hosted its 1st Panel Discussion of 2026, titled “Scaling Renewables: Clean Energy Integration and Grid Stability,” bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, researchers and youth to examine the challenges and opportunities of transitioning towards resilient, renewable-based power systems. In her opening address, Dr. Habiba Al Mar’ashi, Co-Founder and Chairperson of Emirates Environmental …

Tournament Fixtures for ten teams announced with a spectacular live draw as launch video is projected on Emaar’s iconic Burj Khalifa By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI, United Arab Emirates: The much-anticipated live draw of the Emaar Polo Cup was held in downtown Dubai, officially signalling the start of the tournament’s 7th edition, which will run from February 3rd to February 15th, …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/KARACHI: The Council of Palm Oil Producing Countries (CPOPC) concluded a mission to Karachi, reaffirming b with Pakistan as a strategic Asian palm oil market and underscoring Asia’s growing influence on global demand, market stability, and food security. The delegation met government, industry, and diplomatic stakeholders to discuss market dynamics, supply-chain resilience, and global edible oil trends, …

Sport Desk KARACHI: DIB Pakistan formally marked the opening of the 18th International Inter School Annual Rowing Regatta at the Karachi Boat Club, reaffirming its commitment to youth development, community engagement, and the promotion of healthy, values-driven lifestyles through sport. The opening ceremony featured a traditional row-past by participating teams, followed by addresses from the President and Captain of Boats …

WhatsApp allows its users to have a private conversation, just like one would in-person. It will always defend the right to privacy for its users, starting with default end-to-end encryption. But the organization knows that a few of the users – like journalists or public-facing figures – may need extreme safeguards against rare and highly-sophisticated cyber-attacks. That’s why a new, …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates and Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) have signed an agreement to open Emirates Wolgan Valley, a Ritz-Carlton Lodge – a 40-key all-inclusive luxury lodge set to be situated on a 7,000-acre conservancy in Australia’s Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage area. Emirates Wolgan Valley, a Ritz-Carlton Lodge is expected to mark the first Ritz-Carlton Lodge in the world and a …

News Desk DUBAI: Following a landmark win at the Joy Awards, where his series Salma was named Favorite Levant Series, Nicolas Mouawad further strengthens his global profile as he becomes the first talent to sign with The Qode under its newly launched Talent Elevation Service, a strategic platform focused on creating high-value brand partnerships and international opportunities for leading regional talent. Mouawad reached …