Author: yasir

Punjab Skills Development Fund (PSDF) has signed a historic agreement with Hazza Institute of Technology (HAZZA), Japan-Pakistan Innovative Institute (JPII), to establish state-of-the-art Japanese language and cultural training centres in Punjab, providing a gateway to global opportunities for Pakistani youth in Japan. This significant step has taken for the socio-economic development through global upskilling initiatives under the visionary leadership of Chief Minister Punjab, Maryam Nawaz Sharif, and facilitated by Adnan Afzal Chattha, Chairman of the Chief Minister’s Task Force for Skill Development. This initiative aligns with the Chief Minister’s mission to empower the youth of Punjab by equipping them with…

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The world’s fastest growing smartphone brand realme has officially launched the realme C75, a revolutionary device with unparalleled water and dust resistance protection.It features the coveted IP69 rating, a rare inclusion across its price segment in Pakistan. The device is available for PKR 49,999/-. With the realme C75, the brand takes innovation to an entirely new level. Packed with features rarely seen in its price range, this device is designed to meet the demands of modern users: • IP69 Rating: Unprecedented water and dust resistance, capable of withstanding high-pressure and high-temperature water jets. • 6000mAh Battery with 45W Fast Charging:…

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Sonraj hosted a star-studded event to celebrate legacy of OMEGA, ‘Tales of Precision’ which is exemplified by the marriage of iconic watches with masterful craftsmanship, at Omega boutique in Dolmen Mall Clifton, Karachi. The exclusive gathering showcased OMEGA’s heritage and commitment to precision through an intimate display of its most celebrated watches. The event attracted a number of distinguished guests including a host of athletes and celebrities. Adding a touch of sporting glory, cricket legends Javed Miandad, Moin Khan, Zaheer Abbas, and Saleem Yousuf graced the occasion, alongside hockey icons Islahuddin Siddiqui, Hasan Sardar, and Samiullah Khan, underlining OMEGA’s enduring…

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Sindh Local Government minister, Saeed Ghani, has said the government and affluent people are under a solemn obligation to fully back the sincere charities striving hard to spread education in Pakistan. He stated this while speaking as the chief guest at the OSP 2024 Fun Gala event the non-profit Green Crescent Trust (GCT) organised at an elite holiday resort to entertain its over 1200 orphaned children enrolled in its charitable schools in Karachi and suburbs. The GCT’s donors and concerned philanthropists, eminent businessmen, and industrialists attended the ceremony, who generously donate to the drive to educate children from deprived communities.…

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Shan Foods and Al-Khidmat Foundation have joined hands to install water pumps and public toilets across Kunri Tehsil in rural Sindh as a part of Shan Foods’ latest ‘Growing Flavor’ initiative aimed at empowering the rural community in the region through a series of development projects. Driven by its concrete allegiance to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, Shan Foods has launched a comprehensive community development plan aimed at improving the quality of life and livelihood in the Kunri region, which happens to be Asia’s biggest market for red chillies. Since its pilot phase, the company has successfully conducted a series…

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*Neeru Bajwa and Satinder Sartaaj’s Unforgettable Chemistry Lights Up “Shayar” – Film Gets Censor Clearance* Distribution Club is ready to bring the global Punjabi film “Shayar” to Pakistani screens, offering an exciting fusion of romance, comedy, and literary charm. This highly anticipated film will hit cinemas on Friday, December 27, across Islamabad and the Punjab circuit, serving as a perfect Christmas gift for audiences and the final Punjabi film to light up theaters in 2024. Shayar beautifully captures Punjab’s literary and poetic legacy while exploring the contemporary experiences of a young couple. The film stars the talented Neeru Bajwa and…

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Meezan Bank, Pakistan’s leading Islamic bank, and Arif Habib Limited, a leader in investment banking, have recently partnered to enhance the investor experience in Pakistan. The collaboration is marked by a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and the launch of an innovative Instant Top-up Service for investors. Mr. Shahid Ali Habib, CEO of Arif Habib Limited, and Syed Amir Ali, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Meezan Bank signed the agreement, with senior management from both organizations in attendance. The new service allows Meezan Bank customers to instantly top up their Arif Habib Limited investment accounts via the Bank’s Alternate Distribution Channels,…

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Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL), the country’s leading ICT services provider, has partnered with GBM Pakistan and IBM to modernize IT infrastructure. This strategic partnership strives to boost PTCL’s operational efficiency while establishing a foundation for cutting-edge innovations and a comprehensive upgrade of Enterprise Systems. The initiative involves deployment of IBM Power10 servers across PTCL’s production, High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) environments. These state-of-the-art servers, equipped with mega processing power and robust security features, are set to enhance PTCL’s performance, enabling the organization to adeptly manage escalating data demands. Additionally, PTCL is integrating IBM Spectrum Scale to optimize…

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Two years ago, little Kawish’s parents were living their worst nightmare. At two months old, their baby boy was diagnosed with holes in his heart—a condition that could cut his life tragically short. The doctors at the Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) assured them the defect was operable, but for Kawish’s family, the cost of surgery seemed an insurmountable obstacle. That’s when AKUH’s “Mending Kids’ Hearts” programme stepped in. With generous donor support, the programme covered the treatment cost enabling Kawish to undergo a successful surgery that healed his heart. Today, Kawish is a vibrant two-year-old, running, laughing, and living…

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Alibaba.com, a leading global business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce platform, today announced the launch of Trade Assurance in Pakistan, enabling local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to trade with enhanced confidence. With this launch, Pakistan joins the ranks of a select few markets where Alibaba.com has introduced this valued service for suppliers. The launch was announced at the 2025 Alibaba.com Pakistan Supplier Export Summit, held in Sialkot, a hub of industrial excellence. At the event, Alibaba.com shared insights into the growth opportunities and emerging trends within the global apparel industry, which is projected to reach a market size of $1.79 trillion in…

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