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Aag Lagay Basti Mein (“Fire in the Township”) is a 2026 Urdu-language Pakistani film blending crime and comedy, helmed and penned by Bilal Atif Khan. It follows a married couple facing hardship who end up entangled in criminal dealings, played by Fahad Mustafa and Mahira Khan, with Jawed Sheikh and Tabish Hashmi rounding out the supporting cast. The movie evolves around an honest person Barkat. Barkat works hard as a cleaner but barely makes ends meet, living alongside his wife Almaas. Weary of their financial struggles, Almaas fixates on the idea of relocating to Dubai as a way out. Everything…

Onic has launched Onic AI Assist, an intelligent chat companion integrated directly into the Onic app and the web interface, introducing an AI-powered support experience that enables customers to resolve queries instantly within the platform at no additional cost. The solution allows users to ask questions in natural language and receive guided responses across a range of services, including SIM activation, plan management, payments, data usage, connectivity troubleshooting, and travel or roaming support. When required, AI Assist seamlessly escalates conversations to Onic’s customer support team while preserving the context of the interaction, enabling customers to access assistance anytime through the Onic…

InfraZamin Pakistan, in collaboration with the Private Infrastructure Development Group (PIDG), convened senior leaders from government, financial institutions, development finance institutions, investors, and the private sector for an exclusive roundtable discussion titled “Investing in Pakistan’s Sustainable Transformation” during London Climate Action Week 2026 at PIDG Headquarters in London. The roundtable brought together senior leaders from the public and private sectors, including Her Excellency Jane Marriott, British High Commissioner to Pakistan, Zafar Masud, Chairman of the Pakistan Banks’ Association and OGDCL; Atif Bajwa, President & Chief Executive Officer of Bank Alfalah and Ayesha Khan, MD at Acumen Funds. The roundtable was…

IBA hosted a Seminar on the Federal Budget 2026–27, bringing together leading economists, policymakers, and public finance experts to discuss the budget’s implications for Pakistan’s economy, fiscal reforms, taxation, trade, and investment. The session commenced with a welcome note by Dr. Lubna Naz, Director, Center for Business & Economic Research (CBER) at IBA, who emphasized the importance of sustained policy dialogue and collaboration between academia and policymakers. Dr. S Akbar Zaidi, Executive Director, IBA Karachi, delivered the welcome address, highlighting the institution’s role in fostering informed discussions on critical national economic issues and encouraging greater student engagement in public policy…

Running out of smartphone storage has become a common frustration, often forcing users to delete cherished photos, videos, or important files just to make room for new ones. Recognising this growing challenge, TECNO is helping users leave storage worries behind through its partnership with Google AI Plus, offering eligible smartphone users three months of Google AI Plus at no additional cost, including 2TB of cloud storage and a suite of intelligent AI-powered experiences. The offer also enables users to save up to PKR 2,000 per month for three months, making premium AI services more accessible than ever. The experience is…

Rotary International District 3271 formally commenced its 2026–27 Rotary year on Saturday with the installation of **Shahzad Sabir** as District Governor during a ceremony held at the Marquee, PC Hotel Karachi. The event brought together more than a thousand Rotarians, diplomats, business leaders, development professionals and community representatives from across Pakistan and overseas. A major focus of the ceremony was the unveiling of Rotary District 3271’s flagship service initiatives for 2026–27. These included the **Million Trees Project** to promote environmental sustainability and climate resilience, the **District Medical Outreach Programme** to expand healthcare services, intensified **Polio Immunization** campaigns in support of…

Lucky Investments Limited (“Lucky Investments”) today announced the recent launch of the Lucky Islamic Dividend Yield Fund (LIDYF), an open-end Shariah-compliant equity fund designed to provide investors with competitive Halal returns through investments in dividend-yielding Shariah-compliant listed equities, while offering the potential for long-term capital appreciation. The Fund has been designed to meet the growing demand for Shariah-compliant equity investments that generate sustainable dividend income under the guidance of professional portfolio managers and using prudent risk oversight. It primarily invests in high dividend-paying Shariah-compliant listed companies, aiming to deliver consistent income alongside long-term wealth creation. The launch further strengthens Lucky…

Pakistan FMCG Importers Association (PFIA), has expressed serious concerns over the Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) new directives requiring the retail price, sales tax, and total price of imported goods covered under the Third Schedule to be permanently printed on product packaging, stating that compliance with the requirement is practically impossible for imported products. The Association claimed under Sales Tax General Order (STGO) No. 8 of 2026, issued by the FBR, importers have been directed to ensure that all imported products falling under the Third Schedule carry the retail price, sales tax, and total price in a clear, prominent, permanent,…

In the changing social and political landscape of Punjab, a new generation of young figures is beginning to redefine how leadership, public service, and influence are understood. Among these emerging personalities is Ali Chaudhary, a youth figure from Pakpattan, whose growing visibility spans community engagement, political involvement, and digital media platforms. His journey reflects the evolving nature of leadership in Pakistan, where traditional public roles increasingly intersect with modern digital expression. Early Public Exposure and Political Association Ali Chaudhary has been associated with public service through his role as a Personal Assistant to former Prime Minister Imran Khan. This position…

TECNO, the AI-driven technology brand, today announced that customers in Pakistan can now enjoy three months of Google AI Plus at no additional cost with the purchase of eligible TECNO smartphones. The offer provides access to Google’s advanced AI capabilities and 2TB of cloud storage, empowering users to work smarter, create effortlessly and manage their digital lives with greater confidence. As demand for AI-powered mobile experiences continues to grow in Pakistan, TECNO is making premium AI more accessible through its collaboration with Google. Eligible users can experience powerful AI tools and cloud services without paying for a subscription during the…