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The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has accorded approval for issuance, circulation and publication of the Prospectus for the Initial Public Offering (IPO) of 30,000,000 Ordinary Shares of Pak-Qatar General Takaful Limited (PQGTL), representing 29.67% of the total post-IPO paid up capital of PQGTL. The IPO is being made through the book building method, with seventy-five percent of the IPO shares being allocated to the book building portion and the remaining twenty-five percent offered to retail investors. PQGTL is a Shariah-compliant insurer, dedicated to providing various general (non-life) Takaful products. PQGTL will be the first dedicated General Takaful…

It’s a new year and a great time for some upgrades to your group chats. Group chats on WhatsApp make it easier to stay connected with the people in your life no matter what device they own – whether it’s sharing New Year’s resolutions, preparing for that special celebration you have coming up, or planning to win your football league. Today, WhatsApp is introducing new features that make staying connected and expressing yourself in group chats even better. Member tags: We all wear different hats and sometimes you want to give that more context in a group chat. Now you…

Emirates will continue rolling out its retrofitted Boeing 777 and new A350 aircraft to key destinations across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, Africa, and Australia, bringing Premium Economy and its latest onboard products to more cities across its network. Starting on 1 March*, Emirates’ retrofitted three-class Boeing 777-200LR will begin operating daily to Karachi on EK606/607 Customers can look forward to Emirates’ award-winning Premium Economy experience, complete with extra legroom and added amenities, elevated dining, and more. The airline will deploy its Premium Economy retrofitted A380, Boeing 777 and A350 aircraft with the latest cabin interiors on more…

TCL, Pakistan’s No. 1 LED TV brand, unveils a new generation of visual technology breakthroughs and AI-powered products at CES 2026. This year, TCL introduces a series of world-first display panels, display technologies, and products, along with a full portfolio of intelligent devices designed to elevate smart living, immersive entertainment, and productivity. A Glimpse into the Future of DisplaysTCL continues to push the boundaries of display technologies across all screen sizes. At CES 2026, TCL debuts its SQD-Mini LED Technology, a revolutionary leap in Mini LED performance. By transforming the local dimming zones of conventional Mini LEDs into Precise Dimming…

Lucky Investments Limited has crossed PKR 130 billion in Assets Under Management (AUM) within its first year of operations, marking a major milestone and positioning the Company as Pakistan’s fastest-growing Islamic Asset Management Company (AMC). Launched with a focused mandate to promote Shariah-compliant, ethical, and disciplined investing, Lucky Investments introduced its first Islamic fund in April 2025. In less than nine months, the Company expanded its platform to seven Islamic funds and multiple investment plans, catering to a rapidly growing base of individual and institutional investors. The strong growth reflects rising investor confidence in Islamic finance and a robust product…

BYD, the world’s No. 1 manufacturer of New Energy Vehicles (NEVs), announced its global sales results for 2025, delivering more than 4.6 million NEVs and securing the global sales championship once again. This achievement highlights BYD’s global dominance that is strengthened by a commitment to innovation, quality and customer satisfaction across the world.As part of its international expansion, the Company also revealed that overseas sales achieved a new milestone, surpassing 1 million units for the first time in a single year, showcasing the growing acceptance and appeal of its brands, and vehicles across global markets.“2025 has been a defining year…

Cutting-edge stem cell and regenerative research is reshaping the future of medicine, offering new hope to patients and opening pathways for medical innovation in Pakistan. At Aga Khan University (AKU), researchers and clinicians are advancing work that aims to move health care beyond managing illness toward restoring health and improving quality of life. Stem cell research lies at the heart of regenerative medicine, a field focused on repairing or replacing damaged tissues rather than only treating symptoms. Around the world, this approach is transforming how serious and complex diseases are studied and managed, with growing emphasis on recovery and long-term…

SHINE Humanity is proud to announce the expansion and strengthening of its Family Planning Program through strategic collaborations aimed at improving access to reproductive health services in underserved communities across rural Sindh. The Family Planning Program is currently being implemented across seven clinics in Gharo, Koohi Goth, Sujawal, Chilya, New Jatoi, Diplo, and Nagarparkar, alongside extensive community-based outreach led by trained Community Health Workers (CHWs). Through door-to-door engagement and community sessions, CHWs provide awareness, counseling, and family planning services, including rubber condoms and medications, directly within communities, ensuring access beyond clinical settings. To strengthen frontline service delivery and standardize quality…

Renowned Chinese inverter manufacturer Hoymiles has entered Pakistan to provide high-tech, long-duration energy storage solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, utilizing solar systems for electricity consumption. Speaking as the chief guest at the Hoymiles launching ceremony held at a local hotel on Monday, Ali Rashid, Advisor to the Chief Minister of Sindh on Science and IT, said the provincial government appreciates foreign investors, particularly Chinese companies, establishing their industries, assembly, and distribution units in the commercial city of Karachi to meet the demand of the local market as well as export solutions to other countries. Ali Rashid reiterated that…

Yango Ride, part of the global tech company Yango Group, has introduced a major safety advancement for its customers and partner drivers through a new partnership with the Punjab Safe City Authority (PSCA). The in-app integration marks the first of its kind in Pakistan’s ride-hailing sector, setting a new benchmark for safety, accountability, and real-time emergency support. With this integration, customers will be able to call the official 15 emergency police helpline directly from within the Yango app. The call will be routed to the Emergency Response Centre under a priority flag to ensure immediate attention during any unforeseen situations…