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realme, the fastest-growing smartphone brand, has officially released the realme C75 in Pakistan. With its groundbreaking features, competitive pricing, and unmatched durability, the realme C75 is now available for purchase nationwide through authorized retailers and online platforms. The realme C75 is the first smartphone in the country to feature an IP69 rating, offering unmatched durability for today’s active lifestyles. This certification ensures complete resistance to dust and protection against high-pressure, high-temperature water jets, making it ideal for harsh environments, outdoor adventures, or accidental spills. Unlike conventional smartphones, the C75’s advanced water resistance allows users to rinse and clean their devices…
HBL Microfinance Bank (HBL MfB), Pakistan’s leading microfinance bank, and HBL Zarai Services Limited (HZSL), the pioneer agriculture-specialized extension services company in Pakistan, are proud to announce a strategic partnership aimed at empowering farmers through improved access to financial and agricultural support services. This collaboration underscores a shared vision of fostering sustainable agricultural development and enhancing rural livelihoods. Under the partnership, HBL MfB, with its extensive expertise in providing tailored financial solutions to smallholder farmers, will establish a presence at HBL Zarai’s Deras, thus offering microfinance products designed to meet their agricultural needs. Highlighting the significance of this collaboration, Mr.…
: In a groundbreaking initiative, IBA leadership and faculty from Stanford University’s Life Design Lab met with the Sindh government, led by Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah, for a high-stakes strategy meeting. This collaboration, which began in California earlier this year, has now gained extraordinary momentum with the Stanford team stationed in Karachi to tackle the city’s most pressing challenges from within. The recent strategy meeting brought together key members of the Sindh cabinet, senior bureaucrats, and Stanford experts, focusing on how design thinking can address the critical issues faced by Karachi’s 20+ million residents. From easing the traffic crisis…
Over 800 orphaned students from across Sindh had an unforgettable amusement day at Hyderabad’s famous Rani Bagh, organised by non-profit the Green Crescent Trust (GCT). The GCT is dedicated to providing quality education to underprivileged children in Sindh. The students, enrolled in GCT’s network of charitable schools, were treated to an array of fun-filled activities and exciting joyrides at the amusement park. The students, hailing from 52 charitable schools in Mehrabpur, Sanghar, Tharparkar, Umerkot, Mirpurkhas, and Badin, were thrilled as they experienced the iconic Ferris Wheel and other rides at Rani Bagh. Their day was filled with laughter, adventure, and…
HBL Microfinance Bank (HBL MfB), Pakistan’s leading microfinance bank, and HBL Zarai Services Limited (HZSL), the pioneer agriculture-specialized extension services company in Pakistan, are proud to announce a strategic partnership aimed at empowering farmers through improved access to financial and agricultural support services. This collaboration underscores a shared vision of fostering sustainable agricultural development and enhancing rural livelihoods. Under the partnership, HBL MfB, with its extensive expertise in providing tailored financial solutions to smallholder farmers, will establish a presence at HBL Zarai’s Deras, thus offering microfinance products designed to meet their agricultural needs. Highlighting the significance of this collaboration, Mr.…
The Legal Aid Society (LAS) and the Directorate of Legal Education (DLE) of the Pakistan Bar Council have formalized a partnership aimed at elevating the standards of legal education across the country. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed today at the Pakistan Bar Council’s Committee Hall in the Supreme Court Building. LAS, founded in 2013 by Justice Nasir Aslam Zahid, is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving marginalized and underprivileged communities by reducing challenges in accessing justice. Under CEO Barrister Haya Eman Zahid, LAS has launched initiatives like NAZ Assist, Pakistan’s first multilingual legal advisory chatbot. The Directorate of…
The 10th edition of Philip Morris International (“PMI”)’s ‘Technovation’ event was held in Abu Dhabi in December 2024. The event brought together PMI senior management and policy experts, to discuss the transformative role of technology and innovation in delivering a smoke-free future. The event showcased PMI’s commitment to science-driven tobacco harm reduction and progress towards non-combustible alternatives. The event also provided a platform for thought-provoking discussions on the role of smoke-free alternatives in moving adult smokers away from cigarettes, and on the potential of balanced regulatory framework to harness innovation and social impact. PMI’s Senior leaders, scientists, and R&D experts…
JS Bank, recognized as one of Pakistan’s fastest-growing financial institutions, has announced the launch of its Priority Banking services, a tailored offering designed to meet the diverse needs of its most valued clients. The initiative underscores the bank’s commitment to delivering personalized solutions for an elevated banking experience.The new Priority Banking services provide exclusive benefits, including access to dedicated relationship managers, expert financial guidance, and streamlined banking processes. Catering to frequent travellers, the offering also includes complimentary VIP access to airport lounges, for convenience and comfort while on the move.This service balances the demands of modern banking with a human…
JazzCash, Pakistan’s leading fintech platform, has launched Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL), a convenient alternative to traditional credit cards. The service is now available in retail stores for the electronics shopping platform Telemart and the fashion brand EGO and will soon be launched for leading brands, including MBasics, Alkaram, Dune London, and more. As consumers look for ways to manage their budgets in today’s economic climate, BNPL introduces a timely solution, allowing them to break down payments into three easy instalments over 60 days and purchase whatever they want via JazzCash, enhancing the shopping experience of its 45 million customers.…
JazzCash, Pakistan’s leading fintech platform, has partnered with Spotify, the world’s most popular audio streaming subscription service, to enable seamless payments for Spotify Premium subscriptions. This collaboration will allow users to subscribe to Spotify Premium with seamless payments using JazzCash, making the platform accessible to millions nationwide. As e-commerce payments continue to expand rapidly in Pakistan, transactions soared to 118 million in Q1 FY25. Notably, a remarkable 91% of these transactions were facilitated through digital wallets, highlighting a significant shift towards digital payment methods, as reported in the latest Payment Systems Review. Building on its extensive network, JazzCash stands out…