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realme 13+ 5G: A Powerhouse Punch to All the Competition Ready to Launch in Pakistan Rumors are swirling in the tech world that realme is preparing to launch its latest in the number series, the realme 13+ 5G, in Pakistan. Known for its unbeatable performance in the mid-range segment, the realme number series has consistently delivered top-notch processors, making it a favorite among Pakistani consumers. his new release has already sparked excitement among smartphone enthusiasts, who are eager to see how it compares with other premium options in the market—especially its closest competitor, the Vivo V40e. Here’s a closer look…

CEO of Al-Ghazi Tractors Limited (AGTL), Sakib Eltaff inaugurated the Pakistan Agro Show 2024 at the International Expo Center, Lahore today. The ceremonial opening marks the commencement of one of the country’s most anticipated agricultural exhibitions, running from November 14-16. During the inaugural ceremony, Mr. Eltaff emphasized the transformative potential of agricultural mechanization in Pakistan. “Today, as this remarkable exhibition opens its doors, we’re not just showcasing machinery – we’re opening new possibilities for Pakistan’s farming future,” he stated while cutting the ribbon. The opening ceremony gathered prominent agricultural stakeholders, industry experts, and farmers, highlighting the show’s significance in Pakistan’s…

Alibaba.com, a leading platform for global business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce, hosted the Key E-Commerce Leader Award (KEL) Grand Finale in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The event celebrated the achievements and contributions of outstanding B2B e-commerce sellers from across South and Southeast Asia, reflecting Alibaba.com’s commitment to fostering the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the global e-commerce sector. The finale featured ten top sellers from Pakistan, Vietnam, India, Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. Alibaba.com announced the top three awardees: Ms. Xuan Hai Yen (Proline Vietnam), Ms. Natasha Gogna (Shri Krishna International, India), and Mr. Tayyub Hussnain (Norwich Streetwear, Pakistan).…

Barrister Haya Emaan Zahid, Chief Executive Officer of the Legal Aid Society (LAS), has been recognized at the prestigious PILNET 2024 Global Awards in Bangkok, Thailand, where she was bestowed with the Global Pro Bono Publico Award. This esteemed accolade highlights her outstanding contributions in strengthening public-private partnerships and advancing critical legal aid services for marginalized communities, particularly prisoners, and legal empowerment programs across Pakistan. Under Barrister Haya Zahid’s leadership, the Legal Aid Society has emerged, working tirelessly to provide vital legal assistance to those unable to afford representation. Through innovative programs, LAS has successfully empowered prisoners and vulnerable individuals,…

The Department of Commerce of Shandong Province (China) recently hosted the China (Shandong)-Pakistan Economic and Trade Matchmaking Conference to strengthen exchanges and cooperation between the two sides in trade cooperation, technology transfer, investment, and factory construction. The matchmaking conference was held on the sidelines of the recently held Pakistan Industrial Exhibition where representatives from over 40 enterprises in Shandong Province and more than 100 Pakistani business people gathered together to engage in in-depth discussions on multiple topics. The atmosphere at the matchmaking conference was lively, and representatives from both companies actively communicated and sought opportunities for cooperation. Representatives of enterprises…

Meezan Bank, Pakistan’s leading Islamic bank, has entered into a strategic alliance with CashNow, Pakistan’s pioneering supply chain finance platform, to revolutionize Shariah-compliant supply chain finance. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed at Meezan Bank’s Head Office in the presence of senior management from both organizations. This partnership, the first of its kind in Pakistan, enables CashNow—a cutting-edge fintech platform—to power a fully integrated digital Islamic supply chain finance solution for suppliers, developed in collaboration with Meezan Bank. Through this initiative, Meezan Bank’s customers will gain access to digitally streamlined Shariah-compliant financing. Under the terms of this MoU, Meezan…

Meta connected with content creators in Karachi through various engagements starting with an event that brought together around 40 creators from across Pakistan. Throughout the week, Meta worked with popular creators like Food Fusion, Samosiii and Osamah Nasir and collaborated on content creation. Revie Sylviana, Meta’s Director of Global Partnerships for South and Southeast Asia, said, “We’re thrilled to see Pakistani creators using Meta platforms in innovative ways to build and grow their communities. While we don’t have a local representative specifically dedicated to supporting accounts of content creators in Pakistan, our global teams are committed to providing the necessary…

Last night, Spotify released its Q3 2024 earnings, continuing to showcase its strong performance as the most popular audio streaming subscription service. For the quarter ended in September 2024, Spotify’s monthly active users grew 11% Y/Y to 640 million. At the same time, the number of subscribers overall also climbed 12% Y/Y to 252 million depicting brand love and discovery among music listeners across the world. Spotify’s financial performance continues to hold steady as well during the year with total revenue going up 19% Y/Y to €4 billion. The platform reported record-high gross margin, expanding to reach 31.1%, while Gross…

The Legal Aid Society (LAS) and Sehat Kahani under Community Innovation Hub (Private) Limited have partnered to address the mental health needs of individuals navigating the justice system. This partnership, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed at the LAS Head Office in Karachi, represents a key step in integrating psychological support with legal assistance to support people facing the challenges of mediation, arbitration, criminal cases including Gender-based violence and other legal proceedings. This collaboration underscores the importance of accessible mental health and psychosocial services as a vital part of effective legal support. By combining LAS’s expertise in legal…

In a groundbreakingdevelopment, Abhi Private Limited and TPL Corp Limited have receivedapproval from the State Bank of Pakistan to jointly purchase FINCAMicrofinance Bank Limited.The strategic alliance between Abhi and TPL Corp aims to reshapefinancial inclusion efforts across Pakistan by combining FINCA’sextensive microfinance network and expertise with Abhi’s innovativedigital solutions and TPL Corp’s presence in retail, insurance andtechnology sectors. By bringing together these complementarystrengths, the partnership is set to diversify and expand access tofinancial products and services that cater to underserved communities,including rural populations, small businesses, and lower-incomeindividuals.Over the last decade, FINCA Pakistan has empowered millions ofPakistani families through lending, savings,…