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The Aga Khan University’s Centre of Excellence in Women and Child Health (CoEWCH) at Aga Khan University, in collaboration with the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) Balochistan, has launched the Strengthening Routine Immunization Project (SRIP) in Quetta. This project will be implemented across seven underserved districts—Quetta, Killa Abdullah, Chaman, Pishin, Mastung, Sibi, and Zhob—aiming to significantly improve routine immunization coverage and child health outcomes. Funded by the Gates Foundation, this initiative marks a critical step toward reducing immunization inequities, supporting evidence-based policymaking, and ensuring no child is left behind in these high-need areas. SRIP will strengthen immunization services at fixed…

The Emirates Group today released its 2024-25 Annual Report, achieving new record profit, EBITDA, revenue, and cash balance levels. This outstanding performance places the Emirates Group as the most profitable aviation group globally in the 2024-25 reporting period, with Emirates reporting the best result in its history to become the world’s most profitable airline. Emirates earns its place as the world’s most profitable airline, reporting:* record profit before tax of AED 21.2 billion (US$ 5.8 billion), up 20% from last year* record revenue of AED 127.9 billion (US$ 34.9 billion), an increase of 6% over last year* highest-ever level of…

Many consumers remain unaware of what real T3 air conditioning technology truly means — and how rare it is to find in the market. With the launch of its new Prince Series, EcoStar is setting the record straight by delivering genuine T3 performance backed by core engineering upgrades: a robust T3 compressor, extra-large indoor and outdoor units, and a double-layered condenser. EcoStar, part of DWP Group being Pakistan’s leading business conglomerate serving since 1999 with an international footprint, and a leading name in consumer electronics, is driving the transformation in the AC market. This cutting-edge lineup features genuine T3 compressor technology, combining…

The PIP Executive Learning Centre (ELC) serves the oil and gas industry by offering capacity-building programs in both technical and non-technical domains. These training programs are delivered through physical and virtual platforms, ensuring accessibility for professionals across diverse geographic and operational settings. This approach results in significant time and cost savings for the industry, while delivering exceptional value addition. The training sessions are facilitated by a distinguished panel of local and international trainers Most programs are delivered in collaboration with renowned foreign experts and institutions, and are accredited by internationally recognized bodies such as the American Petroleum Institute (API), the…

In a strategic move to strengthen regional connectivity and unlock Pakistan’s tourism potential, Airblue, the country’s leading private airline, has inaugurated direct flights between Karachi and Skardu — marking the airline’s latest expansion into the northern areas. The new route, launched today, makes Airblue one of the few airlines directly connecting the southern commercial hub of Karachi with Skardu, the heart of Gilgit-Baltistan and the gateway to the world’s highest peaks, including K2. Flights will operate twice a week, with bookings now open through the airline’s website, mobile app, and authorized agents. Speaking at the launch ceremony, Airblue’s Director Commercial…

The Legal Aid Society of Pakistan (LAS) has been awarded the 2025 Community Champion Award by Street Law, Inc. at its annual Awards Gala held in Washington, D.C. on April 30, 2025. LAS Chief Executive Officer Haya Zahid accepted the award on behalf of the organization. This recognition honors LAS’s pioneering efforts to institutionalize Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) across Pakistan. Through strategic partnerships, including its collaboration with Street Law, LAS has worked to address Pakistan’s overburdened court system by training law faculty and students in mediation and community-based dispute resolution, while extending access to justice to underserved populations. “This award…

This May, Daraz Pakistan, the nation’s leading e-commerce powerhouse, invites shoppers to embark on an extraordinary journey of unparalleled value with its exciting 5.5 Best Price Sale. Scheduled to run from May 5 to May 9, 2025, this event is set to benefit customers with deals that are truly worth their weight in gold. Customers can expect to be thrilled by dazzling Flash Sales providing discounts of up to 70%, alongside enticing Hot Deals that offer reductions of up to 60% across diverse categories, making every shopping experience memorable and rewarding. This year’s 5.5 Best Price Sale stands out by…

The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) has issued a license to the internationally renowned technology firm, Brillanz Group, for launching “BoltLike Solutions Private Limited” in Pakistan — a move set to revolutionize the country’s Television Audience Measurement (TAM) system. BoltLike, based on advanced technology, will provide the media industry with transparent, detailed, and real-time viewer data that will support more effective decision-making. The UK-based Brillanz Group is globally recognized for its innovations in telecom, energy, and data analytics. Veteran media industry leader Faisal Paracha has been appointed as Managing Director of BoltLike, while Bilal Qureshi, Co-Founder and CEO of…

MG Pakistan has announced a major upgrade to its popular plug-in hybrid SUV, the MG HS PHEV, by introducing a 7KW fast charger as a standard replacement for the existing portable charger. The move reflects the brand’s commitment to delivering smarter, more efficient urban mobility. Since its launch in Pakistan in October 2024 and the beginning of production in January 2025, the MG HS PHEV – True Hybrid Electric has seen an encouraging response, with over 500 units delivered Customers have appreciated the vehicle’s design, performance, and eco-friendly drive, but some expressed concerns about the overnight charging time of up…

Acclaimed Pakistani filmmaker Mohammed Ali (Mo) Naqvi has been nominated for an Emmy Award in the category of Outstanding Historical Documentary for ‘Turning Point: The Bomb & The Cold War’, a globally recognised Netflix series he produced. This marks Naqvi’s fourth Emmy nomination, solidifying his place as one of the most decorated Pakistani filmmakers in Emmy history. In 2023, Naqvi made history as the first Pakistani to be nominated for a Primetime Emmy in the Exceptional Merit in Documentary Filmmaking category for The Accused: Damned or Devoted?. He is also the first Pakistani ever to win the coveted Television Academy…