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In a continued effort to prioritize rider well-being, foodpanda partnered with Karachi Traffic Police to conduct a comprehensive road safety training session for delivery riders. Led by Trainer Inspector M Sohail and unwavering support of DIG Traffic Syed Pir Muhammad Shah, the session focused on defensive driving techniques, traffic laws, hazard perception, safe vehicle handling, and emergency response procedures. This initiative underscores foodpanda’s commitment to fostering a safer, more responsible delivery ecosystem.

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Consulate of Italy in Karachi to seamlessly facilitate diplomatic travel and promote cultural and business ties between Pakistan and Italy in Karachi. The MOU was signed by Mohammed Alhashmi, Emirates’ Vice President for Pakistan, and Fabrizio Bielli, the Consul of Italy, during a signing ceremony held at the Consulate in Karachi. Under the agreement, Emirates will become the preferred airline for official travel by the Italian Consulate. The airline will offer exclusive benefits to diplomatic passengers, including preferential fares, cargo rates, and additional baggage allowances. Emirates…

Skills360 Pakistan, an education & development venture under the umbrella of The Coach360, co-founded by Burhan Mirza has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Federal Urdu University of Arts, Science & Technology (FUUAST) to strengthen student access to industry-aligned education. The agreement, signed in the presence of Skills360 Executive Director, Kashif Hussain Shah and Director ORIC at FUUAST, Dr Hina Akram Mudassir marks a significant step toward bridging academic learning and professional skills development. As part of this initiative, Skills360 will reserve 25 seats across multiple courses exclusively for FUUAST students. This is part of a broader…

One year after Variety called its Cannes debut “a bold new hub at the Croisette,” the Pakistan Crescent Collective returned to the Croisette louder, prouder, and armed with a slate of globally resonant filmmakers making international headlines.At the American Pavilion, the Collective presented “New Wave Pakistan: Telling Global Stories, Rooted at Home”, an industry conversation celebrating the country’s cinematic resurgence—from art-house breakouts to real-life thrillers. Panel moderator, acclaimed filmmaker and Crescent Collective co-founder Mohammed Ali (Mo) Naqvi, opened the discussion with “For so long, the only stories we were allowed to tell were filtered through a Western lens: terrorism, trauma,…

Master Group of Industries, one of Pakistan’s most respected and diversified business conglomerates, has officially partnered with Chery Brand, China’s No.1 global vehicle exporter, to bring the latest Super Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) and New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) to Pakistan.With over 60 years of industrial excellence and around 40 years of auto-manufacturing experience, Master Group is investing in a cutting-edge manufacturing facility, world-class 3S Dealership network, and comprehensive after-sales support, led by Master Auto Engineering (a subsidiary of Master Group of Industries) under the leadership of Mr. Samir Malik (CEO). This strategic alliance heralds a new era for…

Hashmi Pakistan, a trusted name in health and beauty industry, proudly announced the appointment of cricketing icon Wasim Akram as the Official Global Brand Ambassador for Hashmi Ispaghol, the company’s flagship natural fiber supplement. The grand signing ceremony was held at a prestigious event in Marriott Hotel, Karachi, attended by the honored Wasim Akram, along with key members of the Hashmi Pakistan’s leadership team, and national media representatives. The event marked a significant milestone in the brand’s journey to promote healthy living through trusted, natural products. Wasim Akram, not only a sports legend but also a strong advocate for health,…

Livoltek, a leading provider of smart solar energy solutions, has a strong presence today at the 10th ISEM Pakistan Solar Exhibition, held at the Expo Centre Lahore from May 23–25, 2025. The company drew significant attention on the opening day as it showcased its best-selling residential, commercial, and industrial solar product lineup, built to support Pakistan’s transition to clean, reliable energy. Visitors to Livoltek’s booth are exploring its robust off-grid inverters, including the dependable GF1-3K624S2 (3.6kW) and the high-capacity GF1-6K24S3 (6.2kW), both designed for uninterrupted power in areas with weak or no grid access. The grid-tied GT series, 6kW –…

Onic, continues to transform the telecommunications experience by becoming Pakistan’s first truly digital telecom brand, to offer GPT 4o Premium, fully integrated into the Onic app and available free for all users. This innovation marks a major milestone and reinforces Onic’s position at the forefront of digital advancement in the industry. Globally, access to GPT 4o Premium by OpenAI is generally limited to paid subscriptions. Onic has removed this restriction by offering this advanced artificial intelligence technology as part of its existing customer plans.”Onic has consistently demonstrated a commitment to redefining what a digital telecom brand can be. The integration…

The 2nd South and Southeast Asia Theatre Festival opened with an engaging and well-received workshop conducted by Ajoka Theatre. Ajoka offering included a documentary on four decades of the group’s work, followed by a talk by Ajoka head and eminent playwright Shahid Nadeem. He spoke about the influence of oriental theatre on Pakistani theatre and Ajoka’s commitment to promoting peace and enlightenment through the arts. Ajoka’s talented actress Erum Nawaee shared her experience as a female performing artist in Pakistan, supported by video extracts from her plays including Dara, Saira aur Maira, and Lawrence in Lahore. The programe concluded with…

Alibaba.com, a leading platform for global business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce, today announced the launch of its comprehensive suite of online logistics services tailored to assist Pakistani exporters in optimizing their international trade processes. Amid the explosive growth of cross-border e-commerce, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Pakistan are presented with new opportunities to participate in global trade. However, they also face significant challenges, particularly in optimizing their export processes. Logistics has been identified as a major obstacle, as businesses must find effective and reliable shipping solutions to ensure timely deliveries while minimizing costs and risks. Recognizing this, Alibaba.com has partnered with…