Author: yasir

Under the umbrella of the Punjab Family Planning Program (PFPP), led by the Health and Population Departments, Government of Punjab, the on-ground initiative “Behtar Qadam” is now actively underway to promote a “Nayi Soch”—a renewed way of thinking about family planning—across the country’s most populous province. Implemented in collaboration with partners Rayn and Riz Consulting, the outreach program does not impose choices; instead, it walks alongside families as a trusted partner in life. Through inclusive engagement with women and husbands, youth, extended families, community members, NGOs and community-based organizations, as well as religious scholars, the initiative is actively reaching communities…

Ortahisar, a historic village in the heart of Cappadocia, Türkiye’s enchanting “Land of Fairy Tales,” has officially joined the International Cittaslow (Slow Cities) Network, marking Türkiye’s 29th Cittaslow city, further strengthening its presence in the global slow-living movement, an important milestone in the country’s commitment to sustainable tourism and cultural preservation. Following an extensive preparation process, Ortahisar achieved a record-breaking evaluation score, recognising its efforts to protect heritage, support local traditions, and promote a slower, more mindful way of life. While commenting on the important milestone, the Türkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency (TGA) representative said: ‘’Ortahisar becoming Türkiye’s 29th recognised member…

Pakistan’s leading digital streaming platform tapmad has announced the acquisition of exclusive Subscription Video-on-Demand (SVOD) rights in Pakistan for Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 11, along with exclusive global Video-on-Demand (VOD) rights for clips, highlights, and related digital content derived from the licensed broadcast feed. The rights have been secured through a strategic partnership with Walee, which holds the official media rights for PSL 11. Through this collaboration, tapmad will bring premium digital access to one of Pakistan’s most celebrated sporting events. Through its SVOD offering, tapmad will provide subscribers in Pakistan with a premium viewing experience featuring uninterrupted, ad-free…

TCL, Pakistan’s No. 1 LED TV brand, embracing the true spirit of Ramadan, partnered with Alkhidmat Foundation to bring warmth, joy, and support to the children residing at Aghosh Home in Sheikhupura. Through this initiative, TCL highlighted its philosophy that #GreatnessBeginsWithSharing, using its resources to make a meaningful impact on the lives of the young residents. As part of this initiative, TCL hosted a series of iftar gatherings for a week at Aghosh Home, sharing the blessings of the holy month with the children and staff of the facility. The initiative created an atmosphere of celebration and togetherness, where the TCL…

AlphaX, a high performance on-chain cryptocurrency exchange committed to delivering a simplified, efficient and reliable trading experience, today announced that it has reached a daily trading volume of $100 million. Leveraging advanced technology and robust security measures, AlphaX has achieved this significant milestone in weeks since its debut in February, attracting users from over 60 countries. This remarkable growth underscores AlphaX’s solid financial and technical foundations and its ability to deliver a seamless trading experience. Designed for institutional-grade performance, AlphaX optimizes market-making algorithms to ensure deep liquidity, offering comprehensive coverage of 131 mainstream tokens and altcoins, offering up to 200x…

As the backbone of Pakistan’s energy landscape, Pakistan State Oil (PSO) continues to demonstrate resilience in managing the national supply chain. In response to the evolving geopolitical environment, the company has proactively optimized its operations to ensure that the nation’s energy needs are met with precision and reliability. PSO is aggressively building fuel stocks to insulate the national economy from global market volatility. Guided by the strategic directives of the Ministry of Energy, PSO is taking bold steps to fortify the country’s fuel supply lines. By leveraging its robust international procurement network and a streamlined logistics framework, PSO is successfully…

The Pak International Business Forum (PIBF) has welcomed the austerity measures introduced by the Government of Pakistan in response to rising petroleum prices, while urging the authorities to immediately pass on the benefit of declining crude oil prices in the international market to consumers and the industrial sector. In a joint statement, PIBF Central President Dr. Mushtaq Mangat and Central Secretary General Muhammad Ejaz Tanveer said that the business community considers the government’s steps aimed at reducing expenditures and ensuring fiscal discipline as a positive development. They noted that the continuous increase in petroleum prices has significantly raised the cost…

ARY Digital Network, one of Pakistan’s most influential and widely viewed television networks, has acquired majority shares of the digital media platform Nukta as part of ARY Group’s broader strategy to expand its leadership in the evolving digital media landscape. The move reflects ARY Group’s continued commitment to innovation in journalism, combining its decades-long strength in broadcast media with the growing importance of digital storytelling and audience engagement. Through this integration, Nukta will join ARY Group’s expanding media ecosystem, which currently reaches millions of viewers across television, digital platforms and international markets. Salman Iqbal, Founder of the ARY Digital Network…

Pakistan stands at a pivotal moment in its digital evolution as it prepares for the commercial rollout of 5G. While it is often described in terms of speed and latency, 5G’s true significance lies in its economic impact. For a country of over 240 million people, the introduction of 5G has the potential to reshape consumer markets, unlock new revenue streams, and accelerate Pakistan’s transition toward a digital economy. Globally, 5G holds the promise of generating trillions of dollars in economic output over the next decade. For Pakistan, even a modest acceleration in digital productivity could have a positive macroeconomic…

inDrive, a global mobility and urban services platform, has launched its latest initiative under the “Ride to Donate” program in collaboration with The Citizens Foundation (TCF), a non-profit dedicated to providing quality education to underprivileged children across Pakistan. The campaign enables users to donate their inDrive loyalty points directly through the app, so every ride contributes to educating TCF students. To mark the launch, an art competition was organised at TCF schools, where students illustrated their dreams through vibrant drawings that showcased future aspirations, such as becoming teachers, builders, and change makers in their community. Awais Saeed, Country Manager of…