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Velo Sound Station Season 3 – Renowned actor and singer Fawad Khan becomes a “Parwana” (Moth to the flame). Fawad Khan makes a comeback to the world of music as a singer after a long hiatus. According to details, Velo Sound Station Season 3 is successfully ongoing, and just recently, a beautiful song titled “Parwana”, sung by the superstar actor and singer Fawad Khan, has been released. The song is receiving immense praise from music lovers. It has already been viewed by millions on music platforms and social media. This song has been beautifully directed and filmed by Pakistan’s acclaimed…
The initiative – implemented by Nutrition International and powered by TechnoServe – aims to engage wheat flour and edible oil millers across Pakistan to sustainably enhance the nutritional quality of staples through food fortification. Tuesday, July 29, 2025 ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN: Nutrition International, with support from TechnoServe, launched the Millers for Nutrition initiative — a coalition of food fortification stakeholders — in Pakistan today, marking a significant step toward enhancing the nutritional quality of staple foods, including wheat flour and edible oil. Millers for Nutrition is a global initiative that advances the vital role of millers in reducing malnutrition and improving…
Pioneering health tech firm Boston Health AI, announces the launch of Hami, the world’s first AI-powered physician assistant, designed to optimize physician efficiency and enable personalized, evidence-driven and compassionate patient care at scale. Based on human-centered design and intelligent automation, Hami is currently in active deployment across multiple hospitals in Pakistan and will expand globally over the coming year. Built on the belief that expert-level healthcare should be available to everyone, everywhere, without any time constraint, Boston Health AI’s Hami is designed as a physician-first tool – combining real-world clinical insight with cutting-edge artificial intelligence to support doctors in delivering…
The Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) is hosting Seeing, س (Seen): Reframing the Moving Image in Pakistan, a groundbreaking exhibition bringing together artists from Pakistan and the UK to explore the transformative potential of the moving image as a medium of resistance, disruption, and reimagination. Curated by Islamabad based curator and designer Sarah Rajper, the exhibition reframes film, video, and new media as powerful tools for questioning how we see, sense, and experience the world. It is the culmination of Rajper’s participation in the prestigious Art Exchange: Moving Image curatorial fellowship — a year-long international programme, supported by…
Prof. Ahsan Iqbal Chaudhary, the Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, delivered a keynote address and led pivotal dialogue at the opening session of Dialogue on Uraan Pakistan Creative Industry & Culture Economy Conference, held at the Marriott Hotel, Karachi. The grand event brought together media and entertainment industry, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and cultural leaders to reimagine the role of creativity and culture in Pakistan’s economic development. In his address, the Chief Guest Prof. Ahsan Iqbal emphasized the government’s commitment to fostering a thriving creative economy by celebrating the creative pulse of Pakistan and highlighted the integral role of…
BYD Pakistan – Mega Motor Company (MMC) unveiled the BYD Shark 6, a category-defining plug-in hybrid (PHEV) pickup and the first of its kind in the country. The BYD Shark 6 is the biggest, fastest, and most powerful PHEV ever introduced to the local market, representing a bold new direction in the local pickup segment.BYD Shark 6 is built for adventure, offering multiple terrain modes, including Mud, Snow, and Sand, ensuring complete control across diverse landscapes. Its rugged Cell-to-Chassis battery integration provides added protection on rough terrain, while a robust suspension system keeps the ride smooth and stable. Adding to…
PTCL Group (PTCL & Ufone 4G), the country’s leading telecom and ICT services provider, has signed a partnership with Pakistan’s No. 1 squash player and U23 World Champion, Noor Zaman, as part of its continued commitment to support national sports and emerging talent. Noor Zaman, the grandson of squash legend Qamar Zaman, is at the forefront of a new wave of Pakistani excellence in the sport. His victory at the U23 World Squash Championship and his rapid ascent in international rankings signify not just the rise of an athlete, but the revival of a legacy that once made Pakistan a…
Lucky Cement Limited, in collaboration with Tabba Kidney Institute, successfully organized a two-day Kidney Screening Camp at the Abdul Razzak Tabba Welfare Dispensary located at the company’s Pezu Plant. Held on July 25 and 26, the initiative served over 500 patients from the local community. The camp aimed to raise awareness about kidney-related diseases and promote early detection. A wide range of free medical services was provided, including kidney function tests, ultrasound examinations, blood pressure monitoring, and general health consultations. Senior doctors and specialists from Tabba Kidney Institute were present on-site to offer expert advice and medical consultations. This initiative…
DWP Technologies, a leading provider of digital infrastructure solutions, is proud to participate in the Pakistan Digital Leap: Transforming Higher Education and event by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) in collaboration with the World Bank and the Higher Education Development Program (HEDP). The prestigious ceremony was attended by HEC Chairman Dr Mukhtar Ahmed and key industry leaders instrumental in building Pakistan’s digital backbone.DWP Technologies has successfully designed, built, and deployed a state-of-the-art Tier-III Certified Astrolabe Data Centre for the Higher Education Commission (HEC), marking a significant step toward strengthening Pakistan’s digital and academic infrastructure. The project was executed by DWP…
The Aga Khan University Examination Board (AKU-EB) today announced the results of the 2025 annual examinations for Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) revealing a remarkable trend: girls continue to dominate the prestigious High Achievers List for the 10th consecutive year. This year, nearly 70% of the 111 top-performing students are girls, underscoring their unwavering determination and rising aspirations nationwide. This consistent success highlights a significant shift in academic prowess, with young women setting new benchmarks for excellence. Shounzey Zehra from Sindh (Saqib Public School, Karachi) earned the national position at SSC level, while Isha Zahid…
