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As part of its International Childhood Cancer Day observance, the Aga Khan University Hospital’s Section of Paediatric Oncology hosted its special annual Children’s Party, bringing together young patients undergoing cancer treatment and their families with survivors and their families. The event was designed to celebrate resilience and to emphasise the importance of emotional and social wellbeing as an essential part of cancer care. The gathering created a joyful space where children could step away from the realities of illness and hospital routines. The venue was transformed into a vibrant, festive setting filled with colour, laughter, and activity. With games, creative entertainment,…
Pakistan is losing close to one per cent of its GDP each year to climate-related damages, speakers revealed on Monday at the 4th Pakistan Climate Conference, as government leaders, development partners and business executives urged an accelerated shift from policy frameworks to bankable climate action. Organised by the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce & Industry (OICCI), the Conference brought together federal and provincial policymakers, international institutions, climate experts, journalists, and corporate leaders to address Pakistan’s mounting exposure to floods, heatwaves and economic disruption despite contributing less than one per cent to global emissions. Federal Minister for Climate Change and Environmental…
ABHI Microfinance Bank Ltd. (Abhi MFB) has entered into a strategic partnership with 1LINK to roll out 1GO Raast Person-to-Merchant (P2M) services, enabling merchants nationwide to accept instant digital payments through Raast using QR technology. The agreement was formalized at a signing ceremony where Mariam Pervaiz, Chief Commercial Officer – Abhi Microfinance Bank, and Najeeb Agrawalla, Chief Executive Officer – 1LINK, signed on behalf of their respective organizations. The ceremony was also attended by Kabeer Naqvi, Entrepreneur in Residence – Abhi Fintech, along with senior representatives from both institutions. Under this collaboration, Abhi MFB will integrate 1LINK’s 1GO Raast P2M…
The Pakistan Association of Automotive Parts & Accessories Manufacturers (PAAPAM) has officially announced the 21st edition of the Pakistan Auto Show (PAPS) 2026, Pakistan’s premier and most comprehensive automotive exhibition, scheduled to take place on 18-19-20 September 2026 (Fri-Sat-Sun) at International Expo Center Lahore. Organised by PAAPAM, the Pakistan Auto Show is widely recognised as the country’s largest and most influential automotive & parts exhibition, representing the complete mobility and automotive value chain. Over the years, PAPS has consistently recorded the highest number of exhibitors and the largest public footfall, firmly positioning itself as the flagship platform for Pakistan’s automotive…
The Board of Directors of Meezan Bank, in its meeting held on February 9th, 2025 approved the financial statements of the Bank and its consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2025. The meeting was chaired by Mr. Riyadh S.A.A. Edrees – Chairman of the Board. Meezan Bank reported a Profit After Tax (PAT) of Rs. 89.0 billion for the year ended December 31, 2025, delivering a strong Return on Equity of 34%. This performance reflects the Bank’s continued commitment to creating sustainable value for its shareholders. Basic Earnings Per Share (EPS) stood at Rs. 49.54, compared to…
Zong, Pakistan’s leading Information Services andTechnology Innovation Company, is partnering with the Ministry of Information Technologyand Telecommunication (MOITT) for Indus AI Week 2026, Pakistan’s flagship nationalinitiative on Artificial Intelligence (AI). This represents a defining step in Pakistan’s journeytoward responsible, scalable, and inclusive AI adoption and adaptation. This event bringstogether national to international AI Experts, industry and government leadership to engagein high-level dialogue and envision future of Artificial Intelligence in Pakistan.Zong’s strategic partnership with Indus AI Week 2026, reflects its commitment andleadership in Pakistan’s journey toward Digital Transformation. It is defined by artificialintelligence, intelligent networks, innovation-driven infrastructure and digital platform. Asa…
Meezan Bank, Pakistan’s leading Islamic bank and one of the largest banks in the country has signed an agreement with Freedom Bank Kazakhstan to establish a PKR Vostro Account, marking an important milestone in strengthening correspondent banking relations between the two institutions. The signing ceremony was held on 4 February 2026 at Serena Hotel, Islamabad, and was attended by senior management and key officials from both banks. Under the agreement, Meezan Bank will provide PKR Vostro account services to Freedom Bank Kazakhstan, enabling seamless settlement of trade and commercial transactions, improved liquidity management, and enhanced operational efficiency for businesses and financial institutions operating…
Ajoka Theatre will stage its internationally acclaimed play Dara at the 10th Faiz Festival on 13 February at Alhamra Hall 02. Faiz Festival is an annual cultural event held in memory of Faiz Ahmed Faiz, celebrating his legacy through literature, theatre, music, and dialogue. Written by Shahid Nadeem and originally directed by originally Madeeha Gauhar (late), Dara is among Ajoka’s most significant productions. The play is based on the historical rivalry between Princes Dara Shikoh and Aurangzeb, the sons of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, and explores competing worldviews that influenced the political and intellectual direction of the subcontinent. The play…
vivo today announces that the highly anticipated X300 Pro is now available for purchase both in-store and online. This new flagship delivers professional-grade imaging, exceptional performance, and refined craftsmanship, powered by 200MP ZEISS APO Telephoto Camera and the intelligent, seamless All-new OriginOS 6. This combination of cutting-edge hardware and intelligent software establishes the X300 Pro as a defining product in the premium mobile technology segment.The X300 Pro’s imaging system is anchored by the 200 MP ZEISS APO Telephoto Camera and the ZEISS Gimbal-Grade Main Camera, engineered to deliver stable, ultra-clear shots that closely mirror human perception. The upgraded 50 MP…
PPakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) will participate in Indus AI Week 2026, Pakistan’s national platform for artificial intelligence, contributing industry perspective and practical AI applications to support the country’s evolving AI agenda. At the event, PTCL will demonstrate its evolution from a telecom services provider to an AI-enabled tech company, supported by e&’s global innovation capabilities, enabling responsible, scalable, and locally relevant AI adoption across Pakistan’s digital ecosystem. PTCL is in the process of actively building Pakistan’s latest AI infrastructure and investing in high-performance GPU capabilities to strengthen AI stacks and support advanced computing, data processing, and next-generation AI workloads.…