KARACHI: The Sri Lanka Convention Bureau (SLCB), functioning under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, in collaboration with the Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Karachi and SriLankan Airlines, is pleased to announce the launch of a two-city B2B roadshow in Karachi and Lahore. This initiative forms part of SLCB’s ongoing efforts to enhance Sri Lanka’s presence …

A 7.6 magnitude earthquake off the northeastern coast of Japan has prompted a tsunami warning.  Situated at a point where several continental on oceanic plates collide, Japan experiences around 1,500 to 2,000 each year, ranging from mild to severe.  A magnitude of 7.6 is a rare occurrence that signifies a major to great earthquake, capable of causing serious damage over …

As the countdown begins for the IPL 2026 mini-auction on December 16th in Abu Dhabi, the Delhi Capitals (DC) franchise is poised to make calculated moves to fill their remaining eight slots, five of which are for overseas players. With a war chest of INR 21.8 crore, DC are among the teams with a healthy purse, positioning them to target …

Paramount Skydance on Monday launched a hostile, $108.4 billion bid to buy Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), days after Warner agreed to be acquired by Netflix for $82.7 billion. Paramount is going straight to WBD’s shareholders with an all-cash offer of $30 per share, and it noted that its offer provides shareholders $18 billion more cash than the Netflix deal, which …

جاپان کے شمالی مشرقی علاقوں میں 7.6 شدت کے زلزلہ ریکارڈ کیا گیا ہے، جس کے بعد حکام نے فوری طور پر سونامی وارننگ جاری کر دی۔ جاپان موسمیاتی ایجنسی کے مطابق پیر کے روز جاپان کے شمال مشرقی ساحلی علاقوں میں شدید زلزلہ آیا، زلزلے کی شدت 7.6 ریکارڈ کی گئی جب کہ زلزلے کا مرکز آوموری اور ہوکائیڈو …

Paramount Skydance on Monday launched a hostile bid worth US$108.4 billion for Warner Bros Discovery, in a last-ditch effort to outbid Netflix and create a media powerhouse that would challenge the dominance of the streaming giant. Netflix had emerged victorious on Friday from a weeks-long bidding war with Paramount and Comcast, securing a US$72 billion equity deal for Warner Bros …

IBM is buying data infrastructure company Confluent for $11 billion in cash in a bid to bolster its data and automation products as ever more companies move their tech operations to the cloud and deploy AI technology. The tech giant said it would offer $31 for each Confluent share, which is about 50% more than what the smaller company’s shares …

For export businesses, the initial digital outreach involves identifying potential markets and understanding local online behaviors, which often differ significantly from domestic patterns. This requires a strategic approach to channel selection, ensuring that the chosen platforms align with the target audience’s preferences and the specific product or service being offered. In this context, the decision to buy push ads can …

The final leg of South Africa‘s tour of India features a highly anticipated five-match T20 International series, commencing in Cuttack on December 9. T20I series between India and South Africa This series follows a closely contested all-format tour, where the Proteas secured the Test series victory, while the hosts clinched the One-Day International series (ODIs) 2-1. India will enter the …

Karachi: Meezan Bank has signed an agreement with Etihad Airways, the Abu Dhabi–based international carrier, to offer travel-related discounts to Meezan Bank Debit Cardholders. The signing ceremony took place at Meezan Bank’s Head Office in Karachi and was attended by Mr. Ahmed Ali Siddiqui, Group Head of Consumer Finance, Meezan Bank, and Mr. Ahmad Zahoor, General Manager, Etihad Airways Pakistan. …

Beijing has said its good ties with both Moscow and New Delhi contribute to security, stability, and prosperity globally China said on Monday that good relations between Beijing, Moscow, and New Delhi are beneficial for global stability and prosperity. Responding to a query about Russian President Vladimir Putin’s statement on ties between the BRICS countries, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo …

Bisleri International, India’s leading packaged drinking water brand, has entered a landmark three-year partnership with the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) as its Official Hydration Partner. The agreement was formalised today at the Dubai International Stadium. This strategic alliance marks a significant step in Bisleri’s expansion in the UAE and reinforces its commitment to championing hydration, wellness, and peak athletic performance …

Adobe is partnering with YouTube to launch a dedicated content creation space in Premiere for iOS for YouTube Shorts creators, the company announced on Monday. The new space gives creators access to exclusive templates, transitions, and effects, along with the ability to instantly publish Shorts to their YouTube channels directly from their phones. The company says the space is designed …

As India and South Africa prepare to lock horns in a five-match T20 International series beginning December 9, one of the greatest fast bowlers of all time, Dale Steyn, has added fuel to the anticipation. Speaking ahead of the series, Steyn identified three major talking points that he believes will shape the contest—two high-profile returns and the simmering rivalry rekindled …

RICHARDSON, Texas, Dec. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Mavenir, the software company building AI-by-design mobile networks, today announced a strong leadership team to accelerate its vision for telco-first, cloud-native, AI-by-design networks. This transformation follows the company’s recent recapitalization and aligns with a refreshed product strategy focused on mobile core, AI-enabled automation, and cloud-native platforms. New Operating Model Aligned to Strategic …