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realme is all set to shake up the premium smartphone category in Pakistan with the launch of its latest flagship, the realme GT 7, on August 8. This launch will mark a significant milestone as the GT 7 becomes the first smartphone in Pakistan to feature the powerful Dimensity 9400e processor, positioning it as the Ultimate Flagship Killer of 2025. Building on the momentum of its recent partnership with the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One® Team, realme continues to deliver bold innovation and standout performance. The realme GT 7 Dream Edition, co-branded with Aston Martin, reflects the brand’s focus on…

The GSMA today hosted the second edition of its Digital Nation Summit Islamabad recognising the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT), the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), and the Pakistan’s mobile network operators for their tireless efforts and contributions toward advancing the country’s digital landscape. During the summit, the GSMA published Unlocking Pakistan’s Digital Potential: Reform, Trust and Opportunity, a new report highlighting policy opportunities for the country to close one of Asia Pacific’s most significant mobile-internet usage gaps and position Pakistan as a regional digital leader. Speaking to key decision makers at the GSMA’s Digital Nation Summit in Islamabad,…

Bank Alfalah, one of Pakistan’s leading commercial banks, has welcomed 29 outstanding individuals into the 11th batch of its prestigious Alfa Lead Management Trainee Program 2025. Launched in 2015, the program has successfully inducted over 329 management trainees, offering ambitious young professionals structured development, on-the-job learning, and strategic mentorship. The Alfa Lead Program continues to nurture the next generation of banking industry leaders.This year, the Alfa Lead Program attracted an exceptional response, drawing over 3,456 applications from top-tier universities nationwide. Following a rigorous and competency-driven selection process, including a cutting-edge behavioural assessment game, comprehensive assessment, and in-depth panel interviews, 30…

DWP Group has officially launched its flagship paid internship program, Tameer-e-Mustaqbil. The program marks a significant step forward in DWP Group’s commitment to nurturing young talent and building a stronger employer brand within Pakistan’s corporate sector.Designed as a structured, three-month development journey, Tameer-e-Mustaqbil is tailored to offer high-potential graduates a robust platform for professional growth. The inaugural cohort comprises top-tier graduates selected from leading universities across the country.The program offers interns a comprehensive experience, including direct mentorship from industry leaders, cross-functional exposure, and participation in real-time projects that emphasize innovation and collaboration. Weekly learning labs and “Intern Diaries” will ensure…

In a continued effort to uplift and empower communities through skill development, Lucky Cement Limited has partnered with the National Logistics Cell (NLC) to provide vocational training opportunities to 10 students from Lakki Marwat. The training will take place at NLC’s Amangarh Facility, where the students will receive hands-on technical instruction in the following trades: • Auto Electricians • Auto Mechanics • Heavy Machinery Operators This initiative is part of Lucky Cement’s CSR commitment to youth empowerment through education and vocational skill building. The program aims to enhance the employability of participants and open pathways to sustainable livelihoods, particularly in…

In a major move to enhance employee financial well-being,ABHI, an embedded finance platform, has partnered with PayPeople toprovide Earned Wage Access (EWA), enabling employees to access theirearned wages instantly. This collaboration merges PayPeople’s reachwith ABHI’s expertise in financial wellness, enabling organizations toprovide their employees with instant access to their earned wagesthrough Earned Wage Access (EWA). Through this partnership, employees will gain real-time access totheir salaries, enabling them to manage their financialresponsibilities with greater ease and reduce financial stress. Byempowering individuals with financial flexibility, businesses canpromote a more engaged, productive, and satisfied workforce. On this development, Rayaan Sayeed, Head of Sales…

The critical policy roundtable, convened at the Aga Khan University (AKU), underscored a unified commitment to embedding field-based research evidence directly into educational reforms. Prominent educationists, researchers, and policymakers from Sindh emphasized the critical need to cultivate a culture of data utilization within the education sector, ensuring effective policymaking, particularly for enhancing the quality of learning for all children, with a special focus on marginalized communities. Part of the Data and Research in Education – Research Consortium (DARE-RC), funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), the event focused on integrating rigorous research insights with the province’s education priorities. The discussions…

Al-Ghazi Tractors Limited, a leader in Pakistan’s agricultural machinery industry, recently organized a heartwarming Toy Donation Drive in collaboration with ChildLife Foundation, reaffirming its commitment to corporate social responsibility and community well-being. In a heartening show of solidarity, Al-Ghazi Tractors employees came together to spread moments of joy and comfort to young patients at Mayo Hospital’s pediatric emergency department. More than 100 toys, including stuffed animals, puzzles, board games, and other child-friendly items — were generously donated by team members from across departments, reflecting the spirit of empathy and community that defines Al-Ghazi’s culture. The toys were personally delivered to…

Telenor Velocity, the digital startup accelerator by Telenor Pakistan, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with FitHer, a women-led health and wellness startup and a proud graduate of NIC Islamabad, marking a strategic step towards promoting digital health innovation tailored for women in Pakistan. Under this MoU, FitHer will join the Telenor Velocity acceleration program and receive expert support to improve its app design, business strategy and leadership capacity building. Telenor Velocity team will also help prepare FitHer for integration with its digital health platform, aligning both organizations in their mission to promote women’s wellness through technology. The MoU…

Seeing,Seen, a landmark exhibition exploring the moving image as a medium of resistance, memory, and reimagination, opened at the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) on Wednesday evening. Inaugurated by Mr. Aurangzeb Khan Khichi, Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture, the opening ceremony included remarks by Mr. Muhammad Ayoub Jamali and curator Sarah Rajper, followed by an engaging artist panel discussion. Supported by the British Council and organised by LUX and Art South Asia Project, the exhibition presents innovative works by artists from Pakistan and the UK, exploring themes of language, identity, history, and perception through video, film,…