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Building on the success of its previous edition, the Aga Khan University’s Institute for Educational Development (IED) hosted the A.R. Nagori National Art Competition 2026, inviting young artists aged 15 to 19 from across Pakistan to explore the theme Azm-o-Amal (Resolve and Action) through creative expression. This year’s theme encouraged participants to reflect on the power of determination and purposeful action in shaping a better future. Through their artwork, students depicted ideas of hope, inclusion, responsibility, and resilience, highlighting how even small, meaningful actions can drive positive change in society. “Art is a natural and joyful form of expression for…

The Pak International Business Forum (PIBF) has welcomed the recent Iran–United States dialogue facilitated through Pakistan’s mediation, describing it as a timely and much-needed step toward de-escalation and regional stability. In an official statement issued on Thursday, PIBF President Dr Mushtaq Mangat said, “Pakistan has once again demonstrated its strategic diplomatic relevance by effectively bridging communication between key global stakeholders. This initiative not only strengthens regional peace prospects but also reinforces Pakistan’s credibility on the international stage.” Echoing similar views, Secretary General Muhammad Ejaz Tanveer stated, “While the dialogue is a positive development, it must now lead to tangible outcomes,…

HER Summit Karachi brought together some of the country’s most influential business leaders and change-makers for a powerful panel discussion on women empowerment and inclusion for progress. The panel, titled ‘Male Allyship: From Intent to Impact – Moving Beyond Support to Measurable Change,’ featured a distinguished lineup of experts, including Muhammad Ali Gulfaraz, CEO DIB Pakistan; Saad Zuberi, CEO LuckyOne Mall; and Mehvish Waliany, Business Leader. The session was moderated by Mufarrah Malik, Chief Operating Officer Ashrietech Academy and focused on organizational capability to move beyond symbolic support and implement tangible strategies for measurable outcomes in diversity, equity, and inclusion…

IBA Karachi has secured the 9th position globally in the Top 30 Business Schools of the Islamic Economy 2026 ranking released by DinarStandard and SalaamGateway, reinforcing its standing as a leading institution committed to academic excellence, institutional credibility, and industry relevance. Notably, IBA Karachi is one of only two institutions from Pakistan to be featured in the ranking, marking an important milestone for the country’s higher education landscape. This recognition reflects the growing importance of institutions that combine academic rigor with relevant ecosystem engagement in areas such as Islamic finance, ethical enterprise, and the broader Islamic economy. The ranking evaluates…

Chery Master Pakistan is all set to launch its C-segment 5-seater plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), the Tiggo 7, in Pakistan on April 10, as the company expands its locally assembled new energy vehicle portfolio, building Pakistan’s largest CKD PHEV lineup, and intensifies competition in the SUV market. The company said the Tiggo 7 PHEV will be offered as a locally assembled (CKD) model from the outset, with deliveries targeted within June 2026, subject to booking volumes. The launch comes at a time of rising fuel prices in Pakistan, with the company positioning the Tiggo 7 PHEV as a technologically…

In a market where new phones pop up every other week promising the “next big thing,” trust has become rare. Flashy launches? Easy. Real consistency over time? That’s the hard part. And that’s exactly where Infinix NOTE 60 flips the narrative. Because this isn’t a story that started yesterday. For over a decade, Infinix has been quietly building something stronger than hype in Pakistan trust. Not through one viral moment, but through years of showing up, improving, and actually listening to what users want. Infinix NOTE 60 Series is a product of that journey. It’s shaped by people who’ve used…

BingX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3-AI company, today announced the launch of its Global Capital Gala, a trading campaign spotlighting BingX’s expanding TradFi range of global assets. Running from April 8 to April 28, the campaign reinforces BingX’s commitment to bridging traditional finance and crypto markets while unlocking broader access to TradFi markets. At the core of the campaign is the BingX TradFi suite, which enables feature-rich access to a growing range of traditional financial assets: As the inaugural event of the campaign, BingX introduced the U.S. Stocks Earnings Hunt Trading Challenge, a multi-zone trading experience designed to engage…

It appears that Mpox may no longer be arriving in Pakistan exclusively from abroad. With local transmission now suspected in Karachi and an active outbreak in Khairpur, Sindh, Infectious Disease experts at the Aga Khan University Hospital are urging healthcare providers, and policymakers to treat mpox as an immediate and evolving public health concern, not a distant one. At a media roundtable held today, AKUH’s Infectious Disease specialists outlined the scale of the shift. Pakistan recorded 53 confirmed mpox cases in 2025, the majority travel-related. In 2026, that pattern seems to have changed. One of the two cases confirmed in…

ABHI Microfinance Bank Limited has entered into an agreement with the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) to provide Earned Wage Access (EWA) services to its employees, enabling them to access a portion of their earned salaries before the end of the monthly pay cycle. The collaboration establishes a framework through which PEMRA employees can avail short-term salary advances through ABHI’s digital platform. The initiative is aimed at improving financial flexibility and supporting employees in managing their day-to-day financial needs without relying on informal or high-cost borrowing options. Under the agreement, employees will be able to access a predefined percentage…

Supernet Technologies Limited (STL) has entered a new growth phase with Rs9.2 billion in FY2025 revenue and a multi-billion project pipeline, as the company scales up its presence across cybersecurity, telecom and digital infrastructure across telecom, banking, and defense segments, as the company positions itself for its next phase of growth following its transition to the Main Board of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX). In an investors briefing session the company said that following the merger of Supernet Limited into STL the combined entity is now operating at a significantly larger scale, with enhanced market visibility, improved liquidity and a…