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The Oxford University Press Pakistan (OUPP) unveiled plans for the 16th Karachi Literature Festival (KLF) during a well-attended press conference at a local hotel. The three-day festival, themed Narratives from the Soil, will take place from February 7 to 9, 2025. Media representatives gathered to learn about this highly anticipated cultural event that has become a cornerstone of Pakistan’s literary calendar. The Chief Minister of Sindh, Syed Murad Ali Shah’s message for the KLF emphasized the administration’s continued support, “Karachi Literature Festival celebrates the vibrant culture of our city and the power of ideas. As Chief Minister of Sindh, I…

IBA Karachi proudly hosted its Annual Career Fair 2025, organized by the IBA Career Development Center (IBA-CDC), at the IBA Main Campus. This year’s theme, “Think Next,” captured the bold and innovative spirit of students and the limitless opportunities awaiting them. The Career Fair 2025 witnessed an impressive turnout, with over 170 companies and some seasoned professionals serving as mentors. Representatives from various sectors, including banking and financial institutions, information technology, manufacturing, food and beverages, retail energy and resources, service sector, textiles, and pharmaceuticals engaged with the diverse pool of talented students at IBA. Inaugurating the ceremony, Dr. S Akbar…

The second edition of ACCA’s annual economic outlook examines the prospects and major risks for the global economy and key countries. The report, 2025 Global Economic Outlook: A highly uncertain world, includes an exclusive interview with economist Charles Goodhart, highlights key events in 2025, examines three trends to watch closely, and interviews chief financial officers (CFOs) from across the globe. Distinguished economist Charles Goodhartreflects on the enormous uncertainty in the global economy currently. He suggests that the US economy may perform strongly in 2025, but that Europe and the UK could struggle. He is generally optimistic about India’s prospects. As regards…

Experts from around the world gathered at the 26th National Health Sciences Research Symposium (NHSRS) at Aga Khan University (AKU) to discuss the rapidly evolving role of artificial intelligence (AI) in clinical practice. Over two days of keynotes, plenary talks, and pre-symposium workshops, leaders in medicine and technology explored how AI is revolutionizing healthcare delivery, education, and patient care. Dr. Adil Haider, Dean of AKU’s Medical College, opened the symposium by emphasizing the urgent need to adapt to the technological advancements reshaping healthcare. He noted that AI and machine learning have drastically changed how medical education is delivered, stating, “Rapid…

ConcertsGet ready! Spanish electronic music legend Dennis Cruz is taking over Terra Solis on February 8, 2025 for a night you won’t forget. With bangers like El Sueno and Goldigger, Cruz has earned massive creds, including being named Beatport’s #3 Tech House Artist and Resident Advisor’s #2 Most Charted Artist in 2016. But that’s not all! Dutch duo Parallelle—Julien and Thomas de Bie—will be bringing their unique blend of electro-jazz and underground beats with hits like The Hunt and Sanctuary. Plus, Imen will be spinning some deep house magic to keep the energy alive. Don’t wait—book your tickets now for…

Visa (NYSE: V), a world leader in digital payments hosted its inaugural market focused client event – Visa Connect Karachi – last week. Attended by more than 200 participants including senior members of the State Bank of Pakistan and the Pakistani financial industry, it marked the first event of its kind for Visa in the North Africa, Levant and Pakistan (NALP) region. Several regional experts presented insightful sessions on trends related to digital payments, unlocking business growth opportunities, new product solutions and AI-enabled digital experiences. A high-level panel with senior officials from government and banking also spoke to the needs…

In a significant move towards sustainable mobility, foodpanda, Pakistan’s leading food and grocery delivery platform, has officially launched Electric Bikes as part of its delivery fleet. The collaboration is done jointly with the Government of Punjab and Wasl (a non-banking finance company) with a view to reduce carbon emissions and promote eco-friendly delivery solutions. The launch event in Lahore was attended by the Parliamentary Secretary, Excise, Taxation & Narcotics Control, Shehryar Malik and Chairperson, Public Accounts Committee, Ahmad Iqbal Chaudhary who also distributed EV bikes among foodpanda riders to officially mark the beginning of the program in Punjab. The initiative…

Country’s leading telecom and ICT services provider, Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL), and smart home solutions provider, MTronic have entered into a strategic partnership to revolutionize living through cutting-edge Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. The collaboration aims to redefine lifestyles with a range of affordable, seamless, and user-friendly home technologies that deliver unprecedented convenience, home management, and a reduced carbon footprint. Amad Khan, Vice President of Products and Segments, PTCL, and Waqas Khalil, CBO of MTronic, signed the agreement in Islamabad in the presence of senior officials on both sides. The partnership aims to foster innovation and digital transformation in…

LUMS and the Bilquis and Abdul Razak Dawood (BARD) Foundation are proud to announce the naming of the Descon Auditorium, a 100-seat facility located in the upcoming Yusuf H. Shirazi Complex at LUMS. Made possible through the Foundation’s generous support, the auditorium will serve as a dynamic venue for lectures, discussions, and student activities, fostering intellectual exchange and collaboration. The BARD Foundation, established by Abdul Razak Dawood and Bilquis Dawood, has a longstanding association with LUMS, shaping its growth as a premier institution of higher learning. Since inception, the Dawood family has played a pivotal role in advancing education and…

DWP Technologies Pvt. Ltd. Solutions Business Unit, Pakistan’s leading technology experts and part of the DWP Group, has been honored with the prestigious Best Storage Award at the DELL Partner Awards 2024, hosted by Dell Technologies Pvt. Ltd. This accolade celebrates DWP Technologies’ outstanding achievement in delivering the best project win for storage solutions. The award-winning project was executed for a leading integrated utility company in Pakistan that manages the generation, transmission, and distribution of energy. The initiative involved the consolidation and technology refresh of the client’s existing storage infrastructure. This complex undertaking required expertise in handling multiple operating systems, diverse applications, and…