Author: yasir

Voices from the Roof of the World (VRW), the internationally recognized documentary series highlighting the far-reaching impact of environmental change across Central and South Asia, is set to launch its fourth season. The new season amplifies urgent climate narratives, focusing on air pollution, rising heat, glacier retreat, water scarcity, and the resilience of communities confronting these challenges in the third pole, also known as the ‘Roof of the World’. This region’s glaciers provide life-sustaining water to an estimated 1.6 billion people living downstream. As Pakistan faces one of the most severe environmental periods in its history, the climate crisis has…

Tetra Pak Pakistan recently participated in the 28th Annual Sustainable Development Conference represented by Noor Aftab, Director Corporate Affairs Pakistan and MENA region and Muhammad Bin Shahzad, Sustainability Manager at Tetra Pak. The conference was titled “Sustainable Development in the Emerging World Dis|Order” and hosted by the Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI) in Islamabad. The Expo served as a convergence point for governments, diplomats, development partners, and global institutions, including participation from IGES, UNESCAP, UNDP, UNOPS, and the South Asia Circular Economy Forum, along with senior representatives from Pakistan’s Federal Government, World Bank, IMF, IFC, DFID, UN bodies, South Asia…

Spotify has announced Amna Riaz as the EQUAL Pakistan Ambassador for the last quarter of 2025, celebrating her as one of the rising voices shaping Pakistan’s contemporary soundscape. On November 20, the indie pop singer and songwriter was featured on Spotify’s Times Square billboard in New York City and has been showcased prominently across the platform’s curated playlists. Amna’s global recognition signifies not only her growing popularity but also reflects the growing diversity of the Pakistani music scene. Amna’s listenership has grown by 200% over the past year, with her music added to more than 120,000 playlists. Her most-streamed songs…

Ajoka Theatre delivered a compelling performance of its latest production ‘Yeh Auratein Kahan Gaeen’ at the Shakir Ali Auditorium during the NCA Triennale 2025. The play, a thought-provoking fictional narrative imagining the sudden disappearance of women from society, captivated audiences while sparking critical conversations about gender and social issues. Commemorating 150 years of evolution from the Mayo School of Art to the National College of Arts (NCA), the Triennale gives expression to the institution’s guiding motto and introduces NCA’s first international platform dedicated to contemporary creativity and cultural dialogue. Ajoka’s production added a powerful voice to this artistic convergence, shedding…

Pakistan’s newly launched and rapidly emerging e-commerce app Gold Box has announced a landmark collaboration with celebrated TV and film actor Feroze Khan during an exclusive signing ceremony held here at Centaurus Mall. The partnership marks a major step in the company’s vision to create a trusted, user-friendly, and dynamic online shopping experience for customers across Pakistan, said Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Gold Box, Hasnain Khan, who inked the agreement on behalf of the Goldbox. In his brief remarks, Hasnain Khan highlighted importance of the collaboration and said how Feroze Khan’s association aligns with the brand’s commitment to quality,…

Renowned music composer and singer Sahir Ali Bagga has released the teaser for his upcoming song “Mastani,” featuring the return of legendary actress Saima Noor to the screen. The teaser has already generated significant buzz on social media, with fans eagerly awaiting the full release. The project marks Saima Noor’s comeback after a long break from the industry. Her appearance in the “Mastani” teaser has excited her fans, who have missed seeing her on screen. She plays a central role in the video, bringing depth to the song’s story. The song features vocals by Sahir Ali Bagga, with female vocals…

RUA AlHaram AlMakki Company (RUA AlHaram AlMakki Co. or the company), the PIF-owned master developer and Foundation Partner of Cityscape Global 2025, announces the signing of six landmark Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with partners from Saudi, Indonesia, Malaysia, Brunei and the United States, advancing international investment and global collaboration for its inaugural King Salman Gate project in the Holy City of Makkah. These strategic agreements reflect RUA AlHaram AlMakki Co.’s commitment to bring together the global Muslim community in contributing to the future of Makkah’s development. By welcoming investment and collaboration from partners across diverse markets, the company aims to…

The Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) hosted The Lord Choudrey CBE SI Pk, Chairman Bestway Group and Muhammad Jawaid Iqbal President & CEO United Bank Limited (UBL). His Lordship, who is also a member of the United Kingdom’s House of Lords and the Chairman of Bestway Group presented a cheque of Rs 275 million on behalf of Bestway Group. Likewise, Muhammad Jawaid Iqbal, President and CEO of UBL, presented a cheque of Rs. 275 million on behalf of UBL. Bestway Group Companies and Trusts have a long association with LUMS, with Bestway Foundation UK establishing an endowment at the…

The curtains have closed on SCICON 6.0, the premier science olympiad, marking the end of a thrilling two-day journey that showcased the exceptional scientific aptitude and creative genius of students from across Karachi. This year’s event brought together approximately 450 students from over 25 schools and colleges, who battled it out in a range of exciting competitions and activities designed to test their knowledge, skills, and innovative thinking. The diverse range of modules, including Decryptica, Kinetic Cascade, Market Mayhem, and Silent Testimony, challenged students to apply scientific concepts in practical contexts, pushing them to think outside the box and showcase…

Dr. Irum Saba, Director, IBA-CEIF, delivered the welcome address. She acknowledged the strong collaboration of Islamic financial institutions, which has enabled the center to achieve such a major milestone. Dr. Saba credited the center’s success to the support of various banking authorities, including the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), and expressed her gratitude to the sponsors of the event, including Faysal Bank, UBL Ameen, Meezan Bank, AlBaraka Bank, Dubai Islamic Bank, Hemayah – EFU Family Takaful, and Pakistan Kuwait Investment Company (Pvt.) Ltd. Executive Director IBA, Dr. S Akbar Zaidi, delivered a special address, noting that 2025 has been an…