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Hutchison Ports Pakistan, the country’s only deep-water container terminal, has berthed the largest vessel in the nation’s history. MSC MICOL, a next-generation container ship measuring 400 metres in length with a capacity of 24,070 TEUs, is among the world’s most advanced vessels and the largest ever to call at a Pakistani port — marking a historic milestone for Pakistan’s maritime industry. As the only terminal in Pakistan capable of accommodating such ultra-large vessels, Hutchison Ports Pakistan continues to set new benchmarks in port infrastructure and operational excellence. The berthing of MSC MICOL highlights the growing confidence of global shipping lines…

Emmy Award–winning American actress, host, and producer Zuri Hall met with Syed Aamir Sajjad, President of Comic Con Pakistan, at Universal Studios Hollywood, Los Angeles. During the meeting, they held detailed discussions about the upcoming Comic Con Pakistan, which will be held next year at the Karachi Expo Center. President Syed Aamir Sajjad formally invited Zuri Hall to participate in this international event, an invitation she accepted with great joy and enthusiasm. Zuri Hall said she was delighted to learn that, for the first time, Comic Con is being organized in Pakistan on such a large and international scale. She…

The Association for the Advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AAAI) Pakistan Chapter has been officially invited by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) to participate in the 2025 MIT Energy & Climate Hackathon, opening doors for Pakistani innovators to tackle global sustainability challenges. Scheduled for November 14–16, 2025, on MIT’s campus, the hackathon centers on Industrial Decarbonization and Sustainable Manufacturing – themes targeting hard-to-abate sectors like steel, cement, and chemicals, which contribute nearly a third of global emissions. Participants will collaborate with MIT experts and industry leaders from past sponsors including Google and McKinsey to prototype real-world solutions in renewable energy,…

Spotify has announced Samar Jafri as its RADAR Pakistan artist for the fourth quarter of 2025, celebrating his fast-rising success and the deep connection he has built with young audiences across the country. As part of this global artist development program, Spotify will bring Jafri’s story to life through a special mini-documentary, exploring his creative evolution, the inspiration behind his music, and the moments that have shaped him into one of Pakistan’s most exciting emerging artists. Jafri’s music resonates with a generation that sees its own experiences reflected in his heartfelt lyrics and soulful sound. In the last 28 days…

JAC Motors Pakistan, in strategic partnership with Ghandhara Automobiles, today announced a massive repositioning in the country’s auto sector with the launch of the two-wheel-drive (RWD) variant of the JAC T9 Frison. Priced exceptionally at PKR 8,775,000, the T9 Frison RWD is now the most affordable double cabin pickup in the Pakistani market, threatening to draw a new segment of buyers away from traditional sedans and modern Compact Crossover SUVs (C-SUVs). For decades, the double cabin segment—dominated by established players like Toyota and Isuzu—has been an expensive, specialized niche, with entry-level prices for models like the Hilux Revo and D-Max…

Pakistan’s leading digital microfinance bank, Mobilink Bank, has been honored with four distinguished awards at the 9th Annual Microfinance Conference (AMC-9), reinforcing its commitment to innovation, financial inclusion, and women’s empowerment. At AMC-9, themed “Renaissance of Microfinance”, Mobilink Bank was recognized as the Top Microfinance Bank for Active Borrowers (Nano-loans), the Top Microfinance Bank in terms of M-Wallets, powered by JazzCash, and the Top Microfinance Bank for Innovation, while also being conferred with the Leading Microfinance Bank in terms of Women Borrowers. All these accolades highlight the Bank’s leadership in expanding microcredit outreach, driving digital adoption, advancing gender equity, and…

ConnectHear, Pakistan’s leading social enterprise working for disability inclusion in the country using technology, in collaboration with Ufone 4G (part of the PTCL Group) today unveiled first of its kind AI-powered Early Warning System ‘SUNO’ designed to deliver life-saving alerts in sign language for the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community. SUNO, supported and funded by GSMA Mobile for Humanitarian Innovation Fund, addresses a critical gap in emergency communication, ensuring that Deaf individuals receive timely alerts during natural disasters such as floods and earthquakes. Through the system, sign language video alerts are instantly broadcast via Ufone’s WhatsApp bot, reaching at-risk individuals across…

Google today announced that students aged 18 and over in Pakistan can get access to a free one-year subscription to Google AI Pro plan. The offer is designed to help students enhance their learning, research, and creativity through advanced AI tools – at no cost. With the Gemini AI Pro Plan, students aged 18 and above will be able to access Google’s most capable AI features, including: This offer is part of Google’s broader mission to empower every student with the AI tools they need to advance their learning and unlock their creativity. The Gemini AI Pro Plan for students…

Punjab Skills Development Fund (PSDF) has distributed more than 200 trade specific toolkits to transgenders under PSDF-Pehchan program to begin their professional journeys in high-demand trades including Beauty and Grooming, Culinary Arts, Performing Arts, Information Technology, Handicrafts, and Digital Freelancing. In accordance with the Chief Minister Punjab Maryum Nawaz Sharif vison of Skilled Punjab Initiative to create an inclusive Punjab – one that ensures access to skills, opportunities, and income generation for all, regardless of gender, more than 200 transgender individuals have received toolkits under PSDF-Pehchan program will start their new careers with these tools that turn skills into respectful…

Cappadocia, one of the world’s most extraordinary natural wonders, has received another global recognition with Ortahisar earning a place on Forbes’ 2025 list of The World’s 50 Most Beautiful Villages. Known for its iconic fairy chimneys and hot-air balloon rides, Cappadocia continues to enchant travelers, and Ortahisar, a historic village just six kilometers from Ürgüp, is now in the spotlight as a must-visit destination blending timeless heritage with breathtaking landscapes. At the centre of Ortahisar rises its striking castle, believed to date back to the Hittite period. Carved into a towering fairy chimney, the castle’s labyrinth of caves, dovecotes, and…