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The Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) has received its third consecutive Platinum Performance Achievement Award from the American College of Cardiology (ACC), recognising its consistent delivery of evidence-based, guideline-directed care to patients experiencing heart attacks. The award is based on AKUH’s participation in the ACC Chest Pain-MI Registry, which enables hospitals to continuously measure their care against established clinical standards and identify opportunities for improvement. For patients, this means their care is guided by internationally recognised best practices and supported by a system that continuously reviews how care is delivered. Participation in the registry allows AKUH’s clinical teams to use…

Sixteen-year-old cricketer Arham Mehfooz delivered an outstanding all-round performance at the Independence Day Inter-House Cricket Tournament held on August 15 as part of the Independence Day celebrations, earning the Man of the Match award. Arham Mehfooz has been receiving regular cricket training at Moin Khan Cricket Academy for the past year. Representing Abdul Razzaq House in the tournament, Arham produced an impressive performance in all three departments of the game — bowling, wicket keeping and batting. The opposition posted a challenging total of 176 runs in 15 overs. Arham responded brilliantly with the ball, conceding only 6 runs in his…

SI Global Solutions (Pvt) Ltd, a leading maritime solutions provider and one of Pakistan’s fastest-growing ICT system integrators and Safe City consultants, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Jovision Technology Co., Ltd., a global leader in intelligent video surveillance based in Jinan, China. This strategic partnership marks a significant milestone in strengthening public safety and maritime security infrastructure across Pakistan through the introduction of AI-driven CCTV technology and state-of-the-art marine equipment. With offices in the USA, UAE, and a nationwide presence in Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi, SI Global Solutions has established itself as a trusted consultant for Safe…

SI Global Solutions (Pvt) Ltd, a leading maritime solutions provider and one of Pakistan’s fastest-growing ICT system integrators and Safe City consultants, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Jovision Technology Co., Ltd., a global leader in intelligent video surveillance based in Jinan, China. This strategic partnership marks a significant milestone in strengthening public safety and maritime security infrastructure across Pakistan through the introduction of AI-driven CCTV technology and state-of-the-art marine equipment. With offices in the USA, UAE, and a nationwide presence in Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi, SI Global Solutions has established itself as a trusted consultant for Safe…

SuperWize, Pakistan’s sovereign AI company, and ABHI (Private) Limited, the country’s leading embedded finance platform, announced a partnership on Thursday, which ABHI will use SuperWize’s sovereign AI models and the two companies will work together to implement AI across ABHI’s operations in Pakistan. With this partnership, ABHI will build its AI initiatives on SuperWize’s sovereign models, hosted and processed entirely in-country, supporting compliance with Pakistani data protection and regulatory requirements. The companies will jointly identify and deploy AI use cases across ABHI’s business, spanning customer support and conversational interfaces in English and Urdu, credit and risk workflows, and payroll and…

In a significant milestone for Pakistan’s renewable energy sector, Hoymiles, a global leader in solar and energy storage technology, is officially expanding its presence in Pakistan through Harisun Energy, which has been appointed as its Authorized Tier-1 Distributor. The partnership was formally signed in China, marking the beginning of a new chapter for Hoymiles in Pakistan and strengthening access to advanced global inverter technologies for the country’s rapidly growing renewable energy market. Through this partnership, Harisun Energy will drive the distribution and market development of Hoymiles solutions across Pakistan, working closely with installers, EPC companies, channel partners, and industry stakeholders.…

Punjab Central Business District Development Authority (PCBDDA), also known as CBD Punjab, organized a grand ceremony to mark Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day at CBD Vertex, Lahore Prime,Quaid District, Lahore. The event brought together thousands of citizens for a high-energy evening featuring a nationalistic Musical Night and a massive fireworks display. To mark this milestone, CBD Punjab officially operationalized Pakistan’s first and largest 3D anamorphic screen at CBD Vertex. The state-of-the-art installation lit up the skyline, adding a modern digital showcase to the traditional festivities. A massive crowd gathered along CBD Route 47 to join the celebrations. Prominent local music bands…

Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier began its daily non-stop flights between Riyadh and Islamabad starting August 14 – coinciding with Pakistan’s Independence Day – with Lahore services following on August 18. • Direct operations on state-of-the-art Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners bridge two nations, catering to millions of expatriates, business travellers, and pilgrims. • Launch underscores Riyadh Air’s commitment to building a seamless global network while reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s position as an international aviation hub. • Sfeer loyalty program members will receive ‘Best Offer Guarantee’, exclusive benefits and rewards. Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new full-service national carrier, has expanded its international footprint…

PSDF has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sir Syed Deaf Association (SDA). The partnership is formalized under PSDF’s upcoming UMEED (Skills for Inclusion Program) – Maryam Nawaz Hunarmand Naujawan. It is designed to extend accessible vocational training and employment pathways to persons with disabilities (PWDs) and transgender individuals.The agreement was signed by Ali Akbar Bosan, Chief Operating Officer (COO), PSDF, and Ghazanfar Shah, Director, SDA. The signing ceremony was in the presence of Ahmed Khan, CEO PSDF, and senior management from both organizations. Under the MoU, SDA will leverage its nationwide network to identify and mobilize eligible deaf…

The Punjab Central Business District Development Authority (PCBDDA), also known as Central Business District Punjab (CBD Punjab), celebrated Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day with a patriotic flag-hoisting ceremony at Lahore Prime, CBD Quaid District, reaffirming its commitment to contributing to the country’s economic growth through modern infrastructure, investment and sustainable urban development. CEO CBD Punjab Imran Amin was the Chief Guest at the ceremony. COO CBD Punjab Brigadier (R) Mansoor Janjua, Director Project Management Asif Iqbal, Director Construction Asif Babar, Director Architecture & Planning Sameer Aftab Sial, Director Marketing Waseem Siddiq, Director HR & IT Palwasha Mengal, Director Business Development &…