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Deaf Reach proudly hosted its 10th Annual Golf Tournament in support of deaf education.at the DHA Country and Golf Club (DACGC) in Karachi on January 12, 2025 Avid golfers from across the city participated, joining hands in support of the Deaf community in Pakistan. All funds raised will help uplift the lives of deaf students in Deaf Reach’s educational institutions across the country, ensuring that they get the chance to learn, regardless of their circumstances. KFC and Sapphire Group were the key sponsors of the tournament. The event was also supported by Dubai Islamic Bank, Habib Metro Bank, IGI Life,…

Muhammad Hamayun Sajjad has recently been appointed as an Independent Director on the Board of 1LINK (Pvt.) Ltd. Muhammad is currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer at Mashreq Pakistan, part of Mashreq, leading financial institutions in the MENA region. With over two decades of financial services industry experience, Muhammad brings with him a wealth of expertise and strategic vision to the board. He has previously held the position of Member of the Board at 1LINK for over 2 years, where he worked towards empowering the management team to set new benchmarks in its journey of creating a thriving digital…

Faysal Funds is proud to announce a major milestone, having fully transitioned from a conventional asset management company to a completely Shariah-compliant one. This achievement is a testament to the trust and support of our valued investors and partners. It marks a journey based on trust, collaboration, and shared values. This milestone reflects Faysal Funds’ commitment to offering investment solutions according to Islamic principles. Faysal Funds will continue to uphold the highest standards of Shariah compliance in all its operations, ensuring a brighter, more ethical future for all. Nadir Rahman, Chief Executive Officer of Faysal Funds, said: “This achievement is…

LMKR is building a comprehensive system to modernize Karachi’s Urban Immovable Property Tax Administration System (UIPT-MIS). Signed on Dec. 20, 2024, with Local Government & Housing Town Planning (LG&HTP) Department under the World Bank-funded CLICK initiative, the agreement is part of the Government of Sindh’s efforts to improve transparency and efficiency in tax operations. With proven expertise in enterprise solutions and GIS technology, LMKR will develop and implement a comprehensive Management Information System (MIS) and a GIS-based mobile data collection application. These tools will enable LG&HTP to identify properties, calculate taxes, and perform valuations more effectively. A centralized platform will…

PUBG MOBILE, one of the world’s most popular mobile games, brings exciting new features in its latest Version 3.6 Update. Available until March 5th, players can explore the Sacred Quartet mode, where they’ll master elemental arts and uncover hidden treasures. Players can immerse themselves in the visually breathtaking new themed mode, Sacred Quartet, available across Erangel, Livik, and Sanhok maps. Featuring a mystical floating mountain sanctuary filled with elemental energy, players can approach the mountain base to soar into the sky and parachute into the Four Guardians Sect, or remain on the ground to explore training halls of the Elemental…

The Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia, in collaboration with key industry stakeholders, successfully hosted the Indonesia-Pakistan Workshop on Palm Oil 2025. This significant event honored Pakistan as a strategic partner in the global palm oil trade and reinforced the shared commitment to advancing sustainability within this vital sector. The workshop, themed “Strengthening Sustainable Palm Oil for the World,” brought together distinguished delegates and experts from both Indonesia and Pakistan. It served as a platform to strengthen bilateral cooperation, address misconceptions, and emphasize the immense potential of palm oil as a sustainable resource. The Acting Consul General, Mr. Teguh…

IBA Karachi hosted a thought-provoking Public Lecture, “Savarkar and the Making of Hindutva”, by the Janaki Bakhle, Professor of History from the University of California, Berkeley, at the City Campus. Dr. S Akbar Zaidi, Executive Director, IBA Karachi, commenced the lecture by introducing Professor Bakhle’s acclaimed book, “Savarkar and the Making of Hindutva”. Dr. Zaidi highlighted the book’s significance in understanding the complex historical and ideological foundations of Hindutva, emphasizing its scholarly depth and relevance to contemporary discourse. The discussion explored his revolutionary activities, his contributions to political thought, and the debates surrounding his vision and influence. In her lecture,…

TCL, Pakistan’s No. 1 LED TV brand showcases a diverse range of display technologies at CES 2025. This includes QD-Mini LED TVs, professional monitors, smart projectors, and RayNeo AR Glasses. Additionally, TCL unveils its latest AI advancements in new product categories and a comprehensive smart home ecosystem, underscoring its commitment to providing smarter and healthier lifestyles and inspiring greatness globally. TCL’s leadership in display innovation is highlighted by its flagship TCL X11K QD-Mini LED TV. This model redefines home entertainment with over 14,000 local dimming zones, delivering breathtaking clarity and visual precision. Enhanced by TCL’s All-domain Halo Control Technology, it…

In a significant stride towards enhancing healthcare in Pakistan, Aga Khan University (AKU) has unveiled the AKU Manual of Clinical Practice Guidelines, designed to potentially improve healthcare outcomes for 21 million people in Pakistan. Endorsed by the US GRADE system, this pioneering resource offers evidence-based recommendations and has potential to prevent 280,000 deaths annually.The unveiling took place at a ceremonial launch on January 8, 2024, presided over by Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif at AKU’s campus in Karachi.The AKU Manual of Clinical Practice Guidelines sets a new standard for healthcare excellence nationwide by providing uniform, evidence-based clinical guidelines for 140…

The Punjab Central Business District Development Authority (CBD Punjab) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Green Tourism (Pvt) Ltd. to promote sustainable development and green tourism initiatives across Pakistan. This significant agreement marks a major step towards incorporating eco-friendly practices into urban and tourism development in the country. The MoU was signed by Brigadier (R) Mansoor Janjua, Chief Operating Officer of CBD Punjab, and Umer Farooq Hayat, Chief Executive Officer of Green Tourism (Pvt) Ltd., in the presence of Sardar Hassan Azhar Hayat, Managing Director of Green Tourism (Pvt). The signing ceremony was attended by representatives from…