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Livoltek, a global leader in smart solar energy solutions, proudly concluded its participation in the Solar Pakistan Expo 2025, held from February 21 to 23 at the Expo Center Lahore. The event marked a significant milestone for Livoltek, attracting an impressive number of visitors and extensive media coverage. The event overall attracted 10,000 visitors, including industry professionals, business leaders, and renewable energy enthusiasts. Approximately a hundred new Chinese solar companies participated, showcasing a diverse range of innovative products and solutions. Throughout the three-day expo, Livoltek’s booth in Hall 4, Booth No. C17-C22, welcomed a substantial number of industry professionals, business…

Dr. Nadhra Shahbaz Khan, an art historian and Associate Professor at LUMS, has been awarded the Ordre des Palmes Académiques, one of France’s highest academic honours and their oldest non-military decoration. Her work in generating deep interest in French culture and arts among her students through her courses on French art and Lahore’s heritage, has been instrumental for reviving Lahore’s forgotten French heritage, particularly through a funerary monument known as the Kuri Bagh. Hidden between Lahore’s bustling streets and modern high-rises, the remnants of Kuri Bagh in Old Anarkali quietly tell a poignant story of love, loss, and heritage. Lahore…

The ultra-high capacity, Africa-1 submarine cable has successfully made its landfall at Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited’s (PTCL) landing site at Sea View Beach, Karachi. It marks a transformative step in enhancing Pakistan’s digital connectivity. This milestone follows Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited’s (PTCL) official agreement to join the Africa-1 cable system consortium, highlighting its mission to integrate Pakistan with key global digital hubs, and reinforce the national telecommunication infrastructure. This groundbreaking achievement reaffirms the vision of leveraging cutting-edge technologies to foster progress and connectivity across the regions served by the Africa-1 system. The Africa-1 consortium comprises of leading telecommunications companies including…

National crush Shuja Asad bid farewell to Hum TV blockbuster ‘Tan Man Neelo Neel’ in a heartfelt post reflecting on the overwhelming response the drama received, expressing gratitude to the audience for engaging with its thought-provoking themes. He admitted his initial hesitation in taking on the role due to the sensitive subject matter but ultimately embraced the story. Acknowledging the efforts of the team behind the project-including HUM TV, Sultana Siddiqui, director Saife Hasan, and writer Mustafa Afridi, he praised ‘their courage in telling such a powerful story’. He also extended special appreciation to his co-star, Sehar Khan, for her…

Lucky Cement Limited (PSX Symbol: LUCK) announced a 5 for 1 stock split through its notice to PSX on February 21, 2025. The said recommendation was made in its Board meeting held on February 20, 2025, which is subject to approval by its shareholders in an Extra ordinary General Meeting (EoGM) to be held on March 18, 2025. Once the stock split becomes effective, the existing 293 million ordinary shares for Lucky Cement Limited will be multiplied by the stock split factor of 5, resulting in 1,465 million ordinary shares. Similarly, the pre-split stock price of each share will stand…

A new study conducted by the Institute for Public Opinion Research (IPOR) has uncovered a concerning lack of compliance with tobacco control regulations in Pakistan. The report was launched at the Serena Hotel on Friday by Mr. Tariq Junaid, Executive Director IPOR. The study, which surveyed 1,520 retail outlets across 19 districts, identified over 413 cigarette brands available in Pakistan. Among these, only 19 brands were fully compliant with the Track and Trace System (TTS), 13 were partially compliant, 95 featured the Graphical Health Warning (GHW), and 286 lacked both the tax stamp and the GHW. Although the mandatory implementation…

Hutchison Ports Pakistan, the country’s deep-water container terminal, has become the first in Pakistan to integrate electric trucks (e-Trucks) into port operations, further strengthening its commitment to sustainable logistics. With six cutting-edge e-Trucks now in service, the terminal continues to lead the industry in green initiatives, having already deployed Electric Rubber-Tyred Gantry Cranes (ERTGCs) as part of its low-carbon strategy. This latest step aligns with Hutchison Ports’ global goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. By mid-2025, the fleet will expand with 12 more e-Trucks and Pakistan’s first electric empty container handler (e-Empty Handler). “Hutchison Ports Pakistan has always been…

SOLAR PAKISTAN 2025, region’s largest solar energy exhibition, commenced at Expo Center, Lahore, marking a major step forward in Pakistan’s clean energy transition. Organized by Fakt Exhibitions, the three-day event (February 21–23) brings together global industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers to accelerate the adoption of cutting-edge solar technologies and drive sustainable progress. The inauguration ceremony was graced by Shah Jahan Mirza (MD) Private Power & Infrastructure Board Ministry of Energy, who emphasized the critical role of alternative energy in Pakistan’s future and said, “SOLAR PAKISTAN is a game-changer in our nation’s journey towards sustainability. Events like these pave the way…

Spotify Pakistan has unveiled its latest Global Impact list, showcasing the top 30 Pakistani tracks making waves internationally in the past six months. Through this ranking, Spotify celebrates artists whose tracks were in heavy rotation outside their home countries, reinforcing its commitment to appreciating and amplifying local culture. Leading the list is Talha Anjum, who, alongside RADAR Pakistan artist Umair, dominates multiple spots with tracks like love lost, smile, Heartbreak Kid, and Departure Lane. His collaborations, including REGRETS with Jevin Gill and Umair, and BTDT (Been There Done That) with Bilal Saeed, have significantly expanded the global reach of Pakistani hip-hop. With hip-hop leading the charge, making up over 60% of the top 30…

Mobilink Bank, Pakistan’s leading digital microfinance institution, has entered into a strategic partnership with leading fintech innovator NymCard and technology consultancy, Dellson Associates to accelerate digital financial services and cross-border enablement. The collaboration marks a significant step toward reshaping the future of financial inclusion in Pakistan. Under this alliance, NymCard will integrate its cutting-edge technology platform to facilitate seamless digital lending solutions, including Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL), Send Now, Pay Later (SNPL), and Instant Card Issuance. Meanwhile, Dellson Associates will spearhead the bank’s technology enablement and digital transformation initiatives, reinforcing Mobilink Bank’s mission to provide scalable, innovative, and future-ready…