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Meezan Bank, Pakistan’s leading Islamic bank and one of the largest banks in the country has recently been recognized by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, with the ‘Outstanding GTFP Issuing Bank in Sustainable Trade’ award at the 9th Global Trade Partner Meeting (GTPM) held in Lisbon, Portugal. The award was received by Meezan Bank’s Financial Institutions team at the conference, acknowledging the Bank’s strong commitment to advancing sustainable trade finance and promoting ethical financial practices. The award is conferred under IFC’s Global Trade Finance Program (GTFP), a major global initiative that supports cross-border…

The Magnum Ice Cream Company has announced the appointment of Mert Turgut as General Manager Pakistan, effective earlier this year. The appointment supports the company’s ongoing evolution as a standalone global ice cream business, focused on accelerating competitive growth, improving productivity, and re-investing in its brands and capabilities. Mert brings more than 15 years of experience across consumer goods and ice cream, including a progression of leadership roles within Unilever’s global ice cream operations. His career spans diverse markets, including Turkey and Morocco, and includes prior experience in Pakistan, where he led a successful transformation of the Wall’s business. Since…

Q1 2026 Highlights: Pakistan, April 20, 2026 – BingX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3-AI company, today released its Q1 2026 review, highlighting momentum across its AI-driven, Tradfi ecosystem. The quarter was defined by the launch of the BingX TradFi Market and continued expansion of the BingX AI suite, alongside strong user feedback to its VIP program enhancements. In Q1, BingX officially launched its TradFi Market, marking a significant step in bridging traditional finance and crypto trading. The platform now supports over 100 TradFi assets across commodities, forex, stocks, and indices. At its peak during the quarter, TradFi trading accounted…

At a time when Pakistan’s energy landscape was undergoing a notable shift toward renewable sources, global solar manufacturer LONGi convened its largest-ever summit in the country, bringing together industry stakeholders to discuss the future trajectory of the solar market. The “LONGi Unite and Transform Summit 2026,” held in Lahore, came amid growing demand for reliable and cost-effective energy solutions across both industrial and residential sectors. The event was positioned as a platform to examine emerging trends and outlined a forward-looking market framework for solar adoption in Pakistan. Industry observers noted that the timing of the summit aligned with a broader…

During the visit of Minister of State for Finance and Revenue Bilal Azhar Kayani to the Chamber, the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) elaborated its key tax recommendations for the Federal Budget 2026–27, developed through extensive member consultations. Dr. Najeeb Memon, Director General, Tax Policy Office (TPO), also participated virtually. The engagement formed part of the Ministry of Finance’s ongoing budget formulation process and the Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue’s consultations with industry stakeholders. The Minister of State welcomed input from foreign investors and highlighted the importance of sustained stakeholder engagement to support growth, broaden the…

Lahore witnessed a powerful show of unity as over 1500 participants gathered at Park Avenue for the inaugural Run for Inclusion (R4I) – the city’s first-ever night run dedicated to advancing awareness for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). More than just a sporting event, Run for Inclusion brought together families, corporate teams, fitness communities, and advocates in a shared commitment to build a more accessible and inclusive society. Participants took part in 1KM, 5KM, and 10KM categories, with the 1KM unified walk emerging as a defining moment, symbolizing collective participation in celebration of neurodivergent and neurotypical communities. “This platform is about…

The official launching ceremony of Modern Premier League (MPL) Season 3 was successfully held at the Al Kawthar University Auditorium, Karachi, bringing together leading hospitals, healthcare professionals, organizers, sponsors, and members of the media in a vibrant celebration of sportsmanship, unity, and professional collaboration. In his welcome address, Mr. Taleeque ul Karim, Sports Manager of the The Modern Hospital warmly received participating hospital teams and distinguished guests while highlighting the vision and objectives of MPL Season 3 as a platform promoting teamwork, wellness, and inter-hospital engagement through healthy sporting competition. He also acknowledged the valuable contributions of sponsors and supporting…

IBA hosted its first Psychology Conference today, organized by the School of Economics and Social Sciences (IBA-SESS). The three-day conference is themed, ‘Rediscovering the Roots and Intersectionality of Psychology’. It includes panel discussions, interactive workshops by professionals and student research displays – curated to explore the depth of psychology and its various branches like clinical, counseling, educational, forensic, organizational, health and wellness and more. This is exemplified in the metaphor that adorns this conference: the Angan or Courtyard, a common part of South Asian homes where different voices come together to share dialogue. The first day commenced with an opening…

National Bank of Pakistan has formally announced that legendary cricketer Shahid Afridi has joined NBP as a Sports Consultant. The appointment marks a significant step in strengthening the Bank’s long-standing commitment to the development of sports in Pakistan. Renowned for his remarkable achievements, Shahid Afridi held the record for the fastest One Day International (ODI) century for 17 years, a testament to his exceptional talent and impact on the game. On the occasion, Mr. Rehmat Ali Hasnie, President of NBP, along with senior executives, warmly welcomed Shahid Afridi to the organization. In his remarks, Mr. Rehmat Ali Hasnie said, “We…

BingX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3-AI company, has announced the launch of SpaceX Pre-IPO perpetual futures, alongside the introduction of the SpaceX Xpool Airdrop campaign. This dual initiative enables users to gain exposure to one of the most closely watched private companies while earning rewards through participation SPACEX (VNTL) perpetual futures officially launched on April 14, 2026, and quickly gained strong traction among users, with SPACEX (PreStocks) launching on April 16, 2026. Within the first 24 hours of its launch, SpaceX (VNTL) rose to the third-largest new TradFi asset on the platform by trading volume. BingX is also introducing…