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The Aga Khan Maternal and Child Care Centre (AKMCCC), Hyderabad, has inaugurated a state-of-the-art Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). This facility brings specialised treatment closer to home, ensuring that families in Hyderabad and nearby districts no longer need to travel to Karachi or other cities when their newborns require critical care. Pakistan faces one of the highest rates of newborn mortality in the world. Each year, more than 246,000 newborns die due to preventable complications — an average of 675 babies every day within their first month of life (WHO, 2025). A major factor behind this crisis is…

The Pakistan Business Forum (PBF) has congratulated China on the 80th Anniversary of its victory in the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression. In a message to the Chinese Ambassador in Pakistan, LCCI Former Executive Committee Member and PBF Lahore President Muhammad Ejaz Tanveer lauded the sacrifices and resilience of the Chinese people, terming the victory a milestone in the global struggle for peace and justice. Pakistan Business Forum Lahore’s Patron-in-Chief Riaz ul Hassan, Wadood Alvi Patron and Secretary Mahmood Ahmad joining their President in felicitation to China reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to its “iron brotherhood” with China and emphasized the…

Yango Pakistan, part of the global technology company Yango Group, is setting a new standard for how businesses connect with their communities and improve services in the country. For the first time in Pakistan, Yango introduced its global “Go to the Fields” initiative, placing executives on the frontlines of urban mobility to better understand the experiences of partner drivers and passengers. The program began in Karachi and Islamabad, where senior leadership spent a full day riding with partners and observing operations firsthand. “Go to the Fields” is the first program of its kind in Pakistan, designed to capture direct feedback…

UNESCO, in collaboration with Data Vault, recently hosted amulti-stakeholder dialogue titled “AI for Humanity: Ethical andInclusive AI in Pakistan” in Islamabad, bringing together more than 25key actors from the private-sector, technology driven institutions,civil society, and academia to discuss AI Innovation Ecosystem underPakistan’s National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy perspective.The dialogue is part of a broader series of technical engagementsfacilitated by UNESCO to unpack the six strategic pillars of theNational AI policy and ensure an inclusive, rights-based approach toAI governance in Pakistan.In his opening remarks, Mr. Fuad Pashayev, Country Representative,UNESCO Office in Pakistan stated, “The envisioned AI Council canbecome a key institutional…

The Aga Khan University’s Foundations for Health and Empowerment (F4HE) initiative successfully ended its five-year tenure of nationwide research and implementation projects in newborn health, and parents’ mental and physical health. F4HE is a multi-country, cross sectoral initiative, implemented in Afghanistan, India, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, and Tajikistan, and co-funded by Global Affairs Canada and the Aga Khan Foundation Canada. “In our projects across Pakistan and the neighboring region, we saw how development and research inform each other,” said Dr Anjum Halai, Professor and Vice Provost for AKU in Asia and UK. “This is not research as an afterthought, it is woven…

Engro Polymer & Chemicals Limited (EPCL) is proud to announce the launch of thinkPVC Lahore — a dedicated platform designed to showcase and promote premium downstream PVC products with the goal of transforming Pakistan’s construction landscape through innovation, sustainability, and accessibility. Following the success of EPCL’s flagship outlet in Karachi, this expansion marks a significant milestone in the company’s mission to make high-quality, PVC-based home and infrastructure solutions more widely available across the country. thinkPVC Lahore offers a comprehensive range of advanced products including SPC flooring, WPC doors, uPVC doors, and window systems, PVC roofing, foam boards, vanities, fixtures, and…

The Central Depository Company of Pakistan (CDC) has onboarded Arif Habib Limited to its RAAST Aggregator Platform, marking a significant advancement in enabling secure, instant fund transfers for investors. This strategic integration, supported by Catalyst IT Solutions, furthers CDC’s mission to drive digitalization, transparency, and operational efficiency across Pakistan’s capital market. A signing ceremony took place at CDC House, where Mr. Badiuddin Akber, Chief Executive Officer of CDC, and Mr. Shahid Ali Habib, Chief Executive Officer of Arif Habib Limited, officially sealed the agreement. Under this system, CDC assigns each investor’s sub-account a unique RAAST Investment ID, formatted as an…

“Saudi, Welcome to Arabia” the consumer facing brand of the Saudi Tourism Authority (STA), launched its latest campaign starring Cristiano Ronaldo (CR7). Launching across key markets in Europe as well as India and China, “I Came for Football, I Stayed For More” brings to life a Saudi that offers visitors far more than the expected. Heralding the start of its extended season of high stakes sports, rousing entertainment, and breathtaking film, fashion and cultural events, the campaign harnesses TV, Social, Digital, and OTA to give audiences a taste of one of the world’s most exciting destination calendars. Featuring football superstar and…

TECNO has long been recognized for delivering premium design and innovation at accessible prices. With the launch of the Spark 40 Pro+, the brand has once again raised the bar, offering users a device that blends style, performance, and innovation.The Spark 40 Pro+ has quickly become the talk of the tech community in Pakistan. Its Ultra Slim Design, 30W Magnetic Wireless Charge, and powerful battery performance have made it a standout choice. What makes this launch even more exciting is how all the country’s top tech reviewers agree on its standout features What the Experts Are Saying Bilal Munir, popular…

The Governor of Punjab Sardar Saleem Haider Khan has said that the renewable energy is the answer to environmental degradation causing climate disasters in the country. “The solar is the best energy source to preserve the environment in view of the current climatic conditions and prevent natural disasters like floods in Pakistan,” he said while addressing a seminar at 2nd International Solar Power Conclave and Technology Excellence Awards 2025, organized by Energy Update in collaboration with Private Power & Infrastructure Board (PPIB), Pakistan Solar Association (PSA), Pakistan Alternative Energy Association (PAEA), and Renewable Energy Association of Pakistan (REAP), in Lahore.…