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TCL, Pakistan’s No. 1 LED TV brand, proudly announced the inauguration of its first-ever flagship stores in Narowal and the TCL Center in Okara. This strategic expansion marked a significant step in TCL’s ongoing mission to broaden its footprint across Pakistan, particularly in emerging markets and smaller cities. The new flagship stores offer a dedicated space for customers to experience and purchase TCL’s full product range, including the latest C6K and C7K QD Mini LED TV series, energy-efficient FreshIN 3.0 air conditioners, and other smart home appliances. These cutting-edge products represent TCL’s continued innovation in delivering superior picture quality, advanced…

The Little Art, a leading name in arts education in Pakistan, is set to launch the fourth edition of its annual Summer Camp this June, continuing a tradition that has brought creative learning to hundreds of children over the years. Running from *June 16 to July 11, 2025, the camp will once again be hosted at **Aangun – Center for Learning and Culture, located in **Model Town, Lahore. Designed for children aged **3 to 14, the sessions will be held on weekdays from *9:45 AM to 1:30 PM. Now in its fourth year, the summer program has grown into a…

IBA Karachi hosted a Policy Roundtable “Indus Water Treaty in Perspective”, to discuss the implications of the India’s unilateral suspension of the Indus Water Treaty (IWT) in April 2025, at the City Campus. The event was organized by the Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER) at SESS. Experts highlighted a critical lack of institutional capacity to engage and respond meaningfully with the treaty’s technical and legal dimensions on diplomatic fronts. While academic institutions in Pakistan teach water-related subjects, they emphasized the urgent need to strengthen expertise in international water law and transboundary water diplomacy. Participants also discussed how prevailing…

This June, the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism is inviting the world to experience a deeper, more enchanting side of the country’s history through the Night Museums Project, a transformative initiative that reimagines cultural tourism by illuminating 27 of Türkiye’s most iconic sites after dark and allowing entry of visitors. The initiative turns cultural sites into vibrant evening attractions, encouraging travellers to explore more. It also supports sustainable tourism by distributing visitor traffic throughout the day, aligning with Türkiye’s broader vision of extending tourism to 81 cities and 12 months. Launched last year, the project welcomed over 395,000 visitors in…

The Pakistan Plastic Manufacturers Association (PPMA), representing over 300 plastic manufacturers nationwide, has formally submitted its recommendations for the Federal Budget 2025–26 to the Federal Minister for Finance & Revenue, Muhammad Aurangzeb, as well as to other relevant ministries. The proposals emphasize critical tariff rationalization, harmonization of SME definitions, improved access to finance, and streamlined tax compliance to foster inclusive industrial growth and enhance competitiveness. In its submission, PPMA called for the removal of customs duties on raw materials not produced locally while advocating for a rationalized duty structure to protect domestic inputs. The association highlighted discrepancies in SME definitions…

TCL, Pakistan’s No. 1 LED TV Brand, proudly announces the elevation of its partnership with Arsenal Football Club to a global level, becoming Arsenal’s Official Global Consumer Electronics Partner. This milestone marks a new era in the relationship between two iconic brands driven by shared values of innovation, excellence, and progress. Building on a successful regional partnership in the UK, Middle East, and Africa since 2023, TCL and Arsenal are now taking their collaboration global, connecting with fans and consumers in more markets through shared values of innovation, performance, and progress. General Manager TCL Middle East & Africa, Sunny Yang,…

IBA Karachi and Oil & Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) have launched the IBA x OGDCL Leadership Academy—a first-of-its-kind platform in Pakistan focused on executive leadership, institutional transformation, and conflict resolution in the energy sector and beyond. This strategic launch was led by the IBA’s Center for Executive Education (CEE). The landmark launch, held at OGDCL’s Head Office, also includes the establishment of a dedicated Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Desk, offering out-of-court solutions for commercial and workplace disputes in the energy sector. The MoU was signed by Dr. S Akbar Zaidi, Executive Director, IBA Karachi, and Mr. Ahmed Hayat Lak,…

The Pakistan Dairy Association (PDA) recently convened a high-level National Seminar in Lahore to commemorate World Milk Day under the theme “Safe Milk, Safe Nation: Affordable Dairy for a Healthier Nation.” The event brought together senior government officials, industry leaders, and dairy experts to advocate for a national shift toward safer, regulated milk and to explore the strategic role of the formal dairy sector in enhancing public health, food security, and sustainable economic development. Dr. Shehzad Amin, Chief Executive Officer of Pakistan Dairy Association, opened the seminar by highlighting the central role of dairy in public health and national development.…

Farooq Naseem, Chairman and CEO of DWP Group, delivered a keynote address at the University of Management and Technology (UMT), Lahore, for its flagship event titled “Business Leaders with Future Leaders,” which was moderated by President UMT, Ibrahim Hassan Murad. The event aimed to bridge the gap between academia and industry by connecting accomplished business leaders with aspiring students. Held at the Hakeem Saeed Hall, the interactive session focused on leadership challenges and growth opportunities in today’s evolving business landscape. Speaking to a packed audience of young students and faculty members, Farooq Naseem shared powerful insights from his journey as…

tapmad unveiled its much-anticipated original series Shamsher with a star-studded and emotionally charged trailer launch event on May 28, 2025, at Pearl Continental Karachi’s Zaver Hall. The event was a dynamic celebration that brought together the worlds of entertainment and sport, weaving storytelling with national pride and cultural legacy. Leading the evening were the show’s stars Farhan Saeed, Hareem Farooq, Behroze Sabzwari, and Umer Aalam, joined by producer Nina Kashif and director Shehrazade Sheikh. A special tribute was held to honor Pakistan’s hockey legends, including Qamar Ibrahim, Sameer Hussain, and current national team captain Amad Butt. The presence of these…