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The Punjab Central Business District Development Authority (PCBDDA), also known as the Central Business District Punjab (CBD Punjab), is all set to hold the auction of premium residential plots in NSIT Residencia this June. Building on the momentum of four previously successful auctions, this latest venture marks another bold step forward in the authority’s mission to redefine urban living and development in Punjab. NSIT City is envisioned as a dynamic urban center comprising three districts IT, Education and Film districts. Located adjacent to DHA Phase 6 and 7. NSIT Residencia sits at the heart of this transformative zone, making it…

The red carpet rolled out amidst a whole lot of excitement at Nueplex Cinemas as the highly anticipated Pakistani horror film DEEMAK held its grand premiere, drawing in celebrities, film critics, and media. The event marked a new milestone for the genre in Pakistan, with rave reviews and thunderous applause. Directed by Rafay Rashdi, presented by Syed Murad Ali & WahWah Productions, in media partnership with GEO Films, and distributed by Mandviwalla Entertainment, DEEMAK is a gripping supernatural horror, written by Ayesha Muzaffar of Abu’s Jinns fame, which delves into the haunting consequences of repressed trauma and dark secrets. With…

The Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) hosted a high-level Data Validation Workshop in Islamabad, bringing together stakeholders from agriculture, health, environment, trade, academia and social sectors to review and validate findings from the Food Systems Policy Coherence (FSPC) study in Pakistan.The workshop is part of GAIN’s global efforts to foster inclusive, sustainable, and resilient food systems in response to growing challenges such as malnutrition, climate change, and fragmented policy responses. With Pakistan among the countries participating in the multi-country FSPC initiative, the study aims to enhance alignment and coherence of policies across sectors to accelerate progress toward the Sustainable…

TCL, Pakistan’s No. 1 LED TV brand, proudly announced the inauguration of its first-ever flagship stores in Narowal and the TCL Center in Okara. This strategic expansion marked a significant step in TCL’s ongoing mission to broaden its footprint across Pakistan, particularly in emerging markets and smaller cities. The new flagship stores offer a dedicated space for customers to experience and purchase TCL’s full product range, including the latest C6K and C7K QD Mini LED TV series, energy-efficient FreshIN 3.0 air conditioners, and other smart home appliances. These cutting-edge products represent TCL’s continued innovation in delivering superior picture quality, advanced…

The Little Art, a leading name in arts education in Pakistan, is set to launch the fourth edition of its annual Summer Camp this June, continuing a tradition that has brought creative learning to hundreds of children over the years. Running from *June 16 to July 11, 2025, the camp will once again be hosted at **Aangun – Center for Learning and Culture, located in **Model Town, Lahore. Designed for children aged **3 to 14, the sessions will be held on weekdays from *9:45 AM to 1:30 PM. Now in its fourth year, the summer program has grown into a…

IBA Karachi hosted a Policy Roundtable “Indus Water Treaty in Perspective”, to discuss the implications of the India’s unilateral suspension of the Indus Water Treaty (IWT) in April 2025, at the City Campus. The event was organized by the Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER) at SESS. Experts highlighted a critical lack of institutional capacity to engage and respond meaningfully with the treaty’s technical and legal dimensions on diplomatic fronts. While academic institutions in Pakistan teach water-related subjects, they emphasized the urgent need to strengthen expertise in international water law and transboundary water diplomacy. Participants also discussed how prevailing…

This June, the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism is inviting the world to experience a deeper, more enchanting side of the country’s history through the Night Museums Project, a transformative initiative that reimagines cultural tourism by illuminating 27 of Türkiye’s most iconic sites after dark and allowing entry of visitors. The initiative turns cultural sites into vibrant evening attractions, encouraging travellers to explore more. It also supports sustainable tourism by distributing visitor traffic throughout the day, aligning with Türkiye’s broader vision of extending tourism to 81 cities and 12 months. Launched last year, the project welcomed over 395,000 visitors in…

The Pakistan Plastic Manufacturers Association (PPMA), representing over 300 plastic manufacturers nationwide, has formally submitted its recommendations for the Federal Budget 2025–26 to the Federal Minister for Finance & Revenue, Muhammad Aurangzeb, as well as to other relevant ministries. The proposals emphasize critical tariff rationalization, harmonization of SME definitions, improved access to finance, and streamlined tax compliance to foster inclusive industrial growth and enhance competitiveness. In its submission, PPMA called for the removal of customs duties on raw materials not produced locally while advocating for a rationalized duty structure to protect domestic inputs. The association highlighted discrepancies in SME definitions…

TCL, Pakistan’s No. 1 LED TV Brand, proudly announces the elevation of its partnership with Arsenal Football Club to a global level, becoming Arsenal’s Official Global Consumer Electronics Partner. This milestone marks a new era in the relationship between two iconic brands driven by shared values of innovation, excellence, and progress. Building on a successful regional partnership in the UK, Middle East, and Africa since 2023, TCL and Arsenal are now taking their collaboration global, connecting with fans and consumers in more markets through shared values of innovation, performance, and progress. General Manager TCL Middle East & Africa, Sunny Yang,…

IBA Karachi and Oil & Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) have launched the IBA x OGDCL Leadership Academy—a first-of-its-kind platform in Pakistan focused on executive leadership, institutional transformation, and conflict resolution in the energy sector and beyond. This strategic launch was led by the IBA’s Center for Executive Education (CEE). The landmark launch, held at OGDCL’s Head Office, also includes the establishment of a dedicated Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Desk, offering out-of-court solutions for commercial and workplace disputes in the energy sector. The MoU was signed by Dr. S Akbar Zaidi, Executive Director, IBA Karachi, and Mr. Ahmed Hayat Lak,…