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Zong, Pakistan’s leading information services and technology innovation company, has partnered with WeatherWalay, a hyper-local weather alert service designed to deliver highly accurate forecasts and real-time weather warnings directly to users across the country. The service enables Pakistanis to stay prepared and make smarter daily decisions through reliable, location-specific weather updates. The service leverages localized weather intelligence, powered by a network of more than 300 on-ground weather stations deployed nationwide. Advanced sensors, localized forecasting models, satellite data, and expert verification work together to provide precise, area-specific forecasts for both urban and rural regions. Zong users will receive daily forecasts, rain…

Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDC), Pakistan’s leading exploration and production company, on Friday announced a significant oil and gas discovery at its exploratory well Baragzai X-01 (Slant), located in Kohat district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The discovery has been made over the Lumshiwal Formation within the Nashpa Exploration Licence. During Cased Hole Drill Stem Test (CHDST-04) conducted in the Hangu and Lumshiwal formations, the well produced 225 barrels of oil per day (BOPD) and 1.01 million standard cubic feet per day (MMSCFD) of gas through a 32/64’’ choke at a wellhead flowing pressure of 190 psig. Baragzai X-01…

Gold Box, an innovative entertainment e‑commerce platform from Pakistan, appeared on the Nasdaq billboard in the United States, making its brand debut at one of the world’s most influential financial display windows. This event represents more than just international exposure for a company; it is regarded as a national breakthrough — Pakistan’s first e-commerce enterprise, featured on the Nasdaq screen. It marks that Pakistan’s new economic forces have formally entered the international capital stage and gained attention and recognition from the global market. Through entertaining design and community‑based operations, Gold Box transforms one‑way shopping into a participatory, shareable, and sustainable…

Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDC), Pakistan’s leading exploration and production company, on Thursday announced a gas and condensate discovery at its Dars West-3 well located in the Tando Allah Yar district of Sindh. The new development well was successfully tested in the C-Sands of the Lower Goru Formation. The well was drilled to a total depth of 2,100 metres and tested using OGDC’s in-house technical expertise. During testing, Dars West-3 flowed at a rate of 9.70 million standard cubic feet per day (MMSCFD) of gas along with 580 barrels per day (BPD) of condensate at a choke size…

A high-level policy dialogue at LUMS called for stronger evidence-based reforms to improve girls’ retention in middle school and enhance inclusion for children from religious minority backgrounds.The third Policy Dialogue, convened by the Data and Research in Education – Research Consortium (DARE-RC) in collaboration with the Syed Ahsan Ali and Syed Maratib Ali School of Education at LUMS, brought together senior policymakers, researchers, and development partners to translate research findings into practical policy measures.Speaking at the event, Mudassar Riaz Malik, Secretary, School Education Department, Punjab, underscored the operational importance of research-policy collaboration. He stated, “This policy dialogue is extremely important…

TCL, Pakistan’s leading consumer electronics brand, has announced a special Ramadan promotion, offering discounts of up to 12% on a wide range of its products to help consumers upgrade their homes this holy month. As part of the limited-time Ramadan offer, customers can enjoy attractive savings on TCL’s latest TVs, Air Conditioners, and other smart home appliances, making premium technology more accessible during the season of togetherness and reflection. The Ramadan discounts are available across TCL’s key online retail platforms, including Daraz and the official TCL website, while customers shopping via Alfa Mall can also benefit from easy monthly installment…

Beaconhouse Jubilee Campus Middle Section recently organized a vibrant and thought-provoking exhibition titled ‘From Waste to Art’, centered around the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) — SDG 13 (Climate Action) and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production). The exhibition served as a powerful platform for students to showcase their creativity while emphasizing the importance of environmental stewardship and sustainable living. Through innovative artistic expression, students transformed discarded and recyclable materials into stunning works of art, reinforcing the message of responsible consumption and waste reduction. A wide variety of artwork was displayed, crafted from recycled resources such as paper, plastic…

vivo, a leading global technology brand, announces a strategic partnership with the Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation (PTDC) aimed at digitally showcasing Pakistan’s tourism potential and strengthening the country’s presence on the global stage. Under the theme “Empowering the Future of Tourism in Pakistan” the partnership will focus on promoting tourism through digital storytelling, capacity building, and training initiatives designed to support the growth of the tourism ecosystem. By combining vivo’s innovation driven technology with PTDC’s tourism expertise, the collaboration seeks to highlight Pakistan’s diverse culture, landscapes and heritage through impactful digital content and creative engagement. The initiative will include programs…

Building on a year of transformative growth in 2025, foodpanda, Pakistan’s leading online delivery platform, kicked-off its 2026 road safety campaign with a special helmet distribution ceremony aimed at enhancing the safety and well-being of its delivery partners. Following the initial launch of this initiative in Karachi recently, the program has now been successfully extended to Islamabad, where high-quality, certified protective helmets were distributed to active delivery partners in the presence of local authorities. With a renewed focus on ‘Rider Care’, the helmet distribution serves as the opening milestone in a comprehensive roadmap designed to set new industry standards for…

As Ramadan approaches, a season of togetherness and shared moments, realme is introducing a vibrant, youth-focused community initiative designed to add creativity and color to the month. Titled “Craft Your Ramadan,” the experience invites individuals and families to customize their Ramadan vibe through hands-on DIY workshops in an energetic in-store setting. Taking place every weekend throughout Ramadan from 4pm to 11pmat Dolmen Mall Lahore, the campaign transforms the retail space into an interactive, creative hub instead of a traditional retail setup. Blending art, personalization, and technology, the initiative encourages participants to customize realme smartphone back covers in a fun, Iftar-ready…