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Google DeepMind has unveiled AlphaGenome Atlas, a groundbreaking artificial intelligence platform designed to decode the non-coding genome and map regulatory biology across human tissues with base-pair precision. While mapping protein structures transformed structural biology, understanding how genes turn on, off, and malfunction has remained one of medicine’s steepest hurdles. AlphaGenome Atlas bridges this gap by predicting transcription factor binding, chromatin accessibility, histone modifications, and the downstream impacts of genetic variants directly from raw DNA sequences—providing researchers with a high-resolution, navigable atlas of gene regulation. Key Breakthroughs & Capabilities: AlphaGenome Atlas is available today through an intuitive website portal, our AlphaGenome…

National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) has successfully enabled digital passport fee collections through Raast Person-to-Merchant (P2M) QR, allowing citizens to conveniently pay passport fees through the mobile applications of participating banks. The initiative represents another step in NBP’s ongoing digital transformation journey and supports the Government of Pakistan’s broader Cashless Pakistan agenda, which seeks to expand digital payments and accelerate the digitization of government payments and receipts. To review the implementation and explore opportunities for further collaboration, Ch. Muhammad Ali Randhawa, Director General Immigration & Passports, along with his team, visited NBP Head Office, Karachi, where he met with Mr.…

Construction of BYD-Mega Motor Company’s purpose-built NEV assembly factory in Gharo is now in its final stages, with equipment installation and commissioning underway. The plant is scheduled to come online in H2. Built in under 18 months, the project represents one of the fastest automotive manufacturing developments of its scale in Pakistan. As with any world-class manufacturing operation, a thorough process of equipment validation, production trials and quality testing is required to ensure it meets BYD’s global standards before volume production can commence.

SE Fruits and Vegetable Limited has received approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) for the issuance, circulation and publication of its prospectus for an Initial Public Offering (IPO) of 30 million ordinary shares, marking another major step towards the export-oriented, Shariah-compliant Company’s listing on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX). The SECP approval, dated September 9, follows approval from the PSX granted on September 7. Book building is scheduled for September 21 and 22, while subscription by the general public will take place on September 28 and 29. Topline Securities Limited and Growth Securities Limited are acting…

Pakistan’s corporate boards must move beyond compliance and play a more active role in navigating economic uncertainty, technological disruption, cybersecurity, sustainability and succession challenges, business leaders and governance experts said at the Pakistan Institute of Corporate Governance (PICG) Directors’ Summit 2026. Held under the theme “The Showcase: Your Leadership, Your Impact,” the Summit brought together more than 350 directors, business leaders, regulators and senior executives to discuss how stronger governance can build resilient and future-ready institutions. PICG Chairman Muhammad Ashraf Bawany said good governance was increasingly about building trust, creating sustainable value and strengthening institutions rather than simply meeting compliance…

Bank Alfalah has expanded the fashion category on AlfaMall through new partnerships with sought-after designers, giving customers access to premium fashion through Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) and installment options. The expanded portfolio includes, Mohsin Naveed Ranjha (MNR), Shamael Ansari, Annus Abrar, Rang Rasiya, Mariyam D. Rizwan, Sadaf Fawad Khan, and other renowned names in the world of fashion in Pakistan. Customers can purchase eligible products using any credit card on installment plans of 3, 6, 9, and 12 months. Selected products are also available on 0% markup plans, subject to applicable terms and conditions. AlfaMall Fashion brings together luxury…

Chery Master Pakistan has opened bookings for Chery Q at PKR 1.5 million, ahead of its official launch at the Pakistan Auto Show on 18 September 2026. The company will announce Q’s pricing and complete commercial details at PAPS. YOUR Q is an upgrade, not a swap. Chery Q combines a generous cabin, distinctive urban design and everyday practicality in an all-electric package. At 1,811 mm wide, with a 2,700 mm wheelbase exceeding that of most C-SUVs in Pakistan and 152 mm of rear knee room, Q delivers exceptional interior space within an urban-friendly footprint. The proposition extends across technology,…

IPAK Group has reported consolidated profit after tax of PKR 4.95 billion for the year ended June 30, 2026, compared with PKR 664 million in FY2025, while earnings per share increased to PKR 6.73 from PKR 1.64. Consolidated sales rose 23% to PKR 42.17 billion, with exports reaching approximately USD 37 million during the year. The Group delivered a strong FY2026 performance as higher sales translated into significant margin expansion and earnings growth across its integrated BOPP, BOPET and CPP films platform. Gross profit increased 88% to PKR 9.39 billion, lifting gross margin to 22.3% from 14.5% in FY2025. Operating…

The Special Technology Zones Authority (STZA) grants a Zone Enterpriselicense to JazzCash, bringing Pakistan’s leading fintech platform and its 62 million registered customers intothe Special Technology Zone framework. JazzCash will run its technology operations from Tech 7 SpecialTechnology Zone, a state-of-the-art Science and Technology Park based out of Sector B17, Islamabad.STZA is the autonomous federal regulator and enabler for Special Technology Zones (STZs), operating underthe Cabinet Division, with a mandate to enable, license and regulate the STZs and technology enterpriseshoused within, to promote and expand Pakistan’s knowledge and technology economy domestically andglobally.JazzCash operates the nation’s largest digital payment acceptance infrastructure,…

The Pakistan Space & Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO), through its Space Applications Center for Climate Sciences (SACCS), successfully conducted the Regional Symposium on the theme Space4Climate – Coastal Dynamics, Mangroves and Sea Water Intrusion, Drought & Heatwave Hazard Assessment, Waterways Dynamics, Landcover Dynamics, Crop Monitoring, on 08 September 2026 at PC Hotel, Karachi. The symposium marked fourth successful event in SUPARCO’s seven-city National and Provincial Symposium Series under the Space4Climate Initiative and Awareness on Climate Change Impacts, which will be held in Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, Quetta, Gilgit and Muzaffarabad. The first symposium was kicked-off in Peshawar on 23…