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Greenstar Social Marketing Pakistan, in collaboration with the Government of Punjab and with support from the German Development Bank (KfW), held the dissemination ceremony of the programme titled “Self-Employment of Women in the Private Health Sector, Punjab.” The event was graced by Madam Saira Afzal Tarar, Coordinator to the Chief Minister for Health and Population, Punjab, as the Chief Guest. Dr. Khalid Mehmood, Director General Health & Population Punjab, and Dr. Syed Ali Mehdi, Director General Health & Population South Punjab, attended as Guests of Honour. Implemented across 14 districts of Punjab, the programme was executed in close coordination with…

ACCA to convene national leaders at Pakistan Leadership Conversation 2026 to accelerate sustainable growth, innovation and future skills.Under the theme “Accelerating impact in a changed world”, PLC 2026 will take place across Lahore (19 January), Karachi (21 January) and Islamabad (22 January), featuring high-level keynotes, policy dialogues and panel discussions focused on sustainability, technology, governance and future skills. The flagship platform comes at a critical moment for Pakistan, as organisations navigate economic volatility, climate risk and fast-paced technological disruption. PLC 2026 aims to move beyond discussion, focusing on practical actions that unlock value across business, government and society. High-level participation…

inDrive, a global mobility and services platform, has expanded its services in Pakistan with the launch of inDrive.Groceries,in collaboration with its dark stores partnerKrave Mart. The new service enables users to order daily essentials directly from the inDrive app, bringing fast, reliable, and affordable grocery delivery to Karachi, with expansion plans for Lahore, Islamabad, and Rawalpindi in 2026. This expansion reflects inDrive’s strategic roadmap to build a Super App tailored to Pakistan’s market, where mobility, delivery, and everyday essentials converge on one platform. By integrating grocery delivery into its app, inDrive aims to enhance user engagement, diversify services, and create…

IBA Karachi launches its Admissions Campaign for Fall 2026, inviting aspiring students to embark on a transformative journey at Pakistan’s most prestigious institution. With a proud legacy spanning 70 years, AACSB Accreditation, and a Collaboration with the Stanford Life Design Lab, IBA continues to shape future leaders, innovators, and changemakers through academic excellence, intellectual rigor, and a strong commitment to impact. IBA offers a diverse range of Undergraduate, Graduate, and Postgraduate Programs across its three dynamic schools: School of Business Studies (SBS), School of Mathematics and Computer Science (SMCS), and School of Economics and Social Sciences (SESS). These programs include…

Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik is in Riyadh leading a Pakistani delegation at the Future Minerals Forum (FMF) 2026, hosted by the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. On the sidelines of the Forum, Ali Pervaiz Malik held a meeting with H.E. Bandar Ibrahim Al-Khorayef, Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources. Discussions focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation in the mining and minerals sector, exploring joint investment opportunities, and enhancing collaboration across the mineral value chain. The Saudi Minister appreciated Pakistan’s participation in the Forum, noting that global focus has increasingly shifted…

Pak-Qatar General Takaful Limited (PQGTL), a Pak-Qatar Group Company, is one of Pakistan’s pioneering dedicated Shariah-compliant takaful providers, is set to launch its Initial Public Offering (IPO) next week to raise up to Rs. 420 million, the company said in a statement on Monday. The book-building process is scheduled for January 21–22, with investor registration opening on January 16. Under the current offering, PQGTL will issue 30 million shares, with a floor price of Rs. 10 per share and a ceiling price of Rs. 14 per share. Of the total offering, 22.5 million shares (75%) will be allocated to institutional…

realme, Pakistan’s fastest-growing smartphone brand, has officially launched a brand-new model, the realme C85, a feature-packed smartphone designed to deliver unmatched endurance and immersive visuals for everyday users. Positioned as an Ultra Battery and Ultra Display phone, the realme C85 brings together a massive battery, a super-smooth high-brightness display, and solid performance, paired with 8GB RAM and 128GB / 256GB storage options, all wrapped in a stylish and durable design built for modern lifestyles. Designed for users who expect more from their smartphones, the new realme C85 offers reliability, power, and an immersive entertainment experience with its 144Hz 1200-nit ultra-bright…

BingX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 AI company, is excited to introduce BingX TradFi, an innovative feature that enables users to trade futures on a diverse range of global assets, including commodities, forex, stocks, and indices. With a remarkable variety in the choice of assets, outstanding trading experience, and top-notch security, BingX TradFi demonstrates its strong capability in providing a comprehensive solution to TradFi for crypto enthusiasts. With this launch, BingX takes a significant step beyond cryptocurrency trading by integrating real-world financial assets into its platform. BingX TradFi creates an all-in-one portal where users can diversify their portfolios and…

Ahead of the official opening of the Future Minerals Forum (FMF) 2026, Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, H.E. Bandar Ibrahim Al-Khorayef, accompanied by H.E. Eng. Khalid bin Saleh Al-Mudaifer, Vice Minister for Mining Affairs, visited the Pakistan Pavilion and praised it as one of the most visually impactful features of the event. Highlighting its marked improvement over previous editions, the minister described the pavilion as a premier platform for the global mining community. The Pakistan Pavilion, themed “The Mineral Marvel,” has already attracted strong interest from international investors. Organized by Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) as the Lead…

ABHI Microfinance Bank Limited (“ABHI Bank”) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Pathfinder Group to establish a strategic collaboration centered on agent interoperability, enabling wider access to formal financial services for underserved and frontline segments across Pakistan. The partnership places Agent Interoperability at the core of the arrangement, allowing ABHI Bank to integrate with VRG’s interoperable agent platform. Through this collaboration, ABHI Bank customers will be able to access permissible banking and financial services via VRG’s agent interoperable network, in line with State Bank of Pakistan regulations extending banking reach beyond branches and smartphones. ABHI has evolved from…