Author: yasir
The unwavering, year-round generosity of committed donors and philanthropists—many of whom prefer to remain anonymous—was warmly acknowledged as their support continues to secure the education, dignity and well-being of 2,150 orphaned students enrolled in the charitable schools of the Green Crescent Trust (GCT) across Sindh’s most remote and underserved areas. To honour this collective compassion, the GCT organised a day-long fun gala for around 2,150 orphaned students from its 112 schools in Karachi and 3 schools in Thatta at a renowned holiday resort located off the M-9 Motorway. Similar recreational galas will be held later this month at Hyderabad’s Rani…
TCL, Pakistan’s No. 1 LED TV brand, is bringing the same commitment to innovation and quality to its specially curated winter air conditioner range. Designed to keep homes warm, comfortable, and healthy, TCL’s lineup offers everything from premium clean-air solutions to budget-friendly inverters, ensuring households enjoy the perfect balance of warmth, efficiency, and smart technology this winter. FreshIN 3.0 – Premium Comfort with Clean AirTCL’s FreshIN 3.0 series delivers next-level indoor comfort. Equipped with advanced air purification technology, it ensures fresh, hygienic air while maintaining optimal room temperature. With precise temperature control and superior filtration, FreshIN 3.0 creates a healthy…
flyadeal, Saudi Arabia’s fast-growing low-cost airline, has officially opened a dedicated new sales and marketing office in Islamabad marking its rapid expansion in Pakistan. On a flying visit to Pakistan’s capital city, flyadeal Chief Executive Officer Steven Greenway affirmed the airline’s commitment to being part of the country’s dynamic air travel market. flyadeal launched non-stop scheduled flights from Saudi Arabia to Pakistan in February, connecting Riyadh and Jeddah to the country’s commercial hub of Karachi which signalled the airline’s first move into South Asia. Since then flyadeal has significantly scaled up frequency, now operating 18 non-stop services each week between…
Shaping Tomorrow: A Public–Private Partnership Symposium on Increasing Investments for Youth Development was held on Thursday at Beach Luxury Hotel, Karachi, bringing together over 200 participants from government, the private sector, academia, civil society, and youth-focused organizations from various districts of Sindh. The event was organized by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and Pathfinder International, in collaboration with the Sports and Youth Affairs Department, Government of Sindh with the aim of strengthening collaboration for advancing youth development in Sindh. Speaking as the Chief Guest, Mr. Munawar Ali Mahesar, Secretary, Sports and Youth Affairs Department, Government of Sindh, highlighted the…
Atif Iqbal, Group CEO of High-Q Pharma, being the chief guest, and Sajidullah, FBR’s former chief commissioner, being the guest of honour, are present along with Green Crescent Trust CEO Zahid Saeed and GCT-OSP 2025 volunteers at GCT’s daylong fun gala for 2150 orphaned students enrolled in its schools. Also on the occasion, GCT’s 2026 Ramazan drive was launched to raise Rs 900 million to combat illiteracy in Sindh.
BF Biosciences Limited today announced a planned leadership transition, following a notice submitted to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX). According to the notice, Mrs. Akhter Khalid Waheed, Founding Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer of BF Biosciences Limited, has decided to step down from her role as Chief Executive Officer, effective December 31, 2025. The Board of Directors, in its emergent meeting held on December 19, 2025, formally accepted her resignation and placed on record its deep appreciation for her visionary leadership and invaluable contributions to the establishment, growth, and long-term success of the Company. Under her stewardship, BF Biosciences evolved…
SUMMAT, the contemporary luxury label led by Creative Director Summat Iqbal, marked its official launch with a high-profile event at Fuoco, Lahore, drawing some of the country’s most influential names in fashion, design, curation and digital culture. An intimate preview of SUMMAT’s inaugural collections was presented to leading figures from Pakistan’s fashion and creative landscape, including Kamiar Rokhni, Mohsin Naveed Ranjha, Rehan Bashir, Fawad Khan, and Sadaf Fawad, alongside prominent stylists, models, fashion tastemakers, and socialites. Guests explored the collection through curated installations and a couture craft table; a multi-dimensional introduction to SUMMAT’s precision-led tailoring and architectural design codes. Throughout…
Under the umbrella of the Punjab Family Planning Program (PFPP), Health and Population Departments, Punjab, a new on-ground initiative, Behtar Qadam, has been launched in November to foster a NAYI SOCH – a new way of thinking – about family planning in the country’s most populous province. Implemented with partners Rayn and Riz Consulting, the outreach program does not enforce choices; it stands alongside families as a partner in life, engaging women and husbands, youth, extended families, community members, NGOs/Community based organisations and religious scholars across all 41 districts of Punjab. Rooted in shared values of responsibility, compassion, and thoughtful…
foodpanda recently announced a double-digit year-on-year increase in merchant sign-ups across Asia, underscoring its growing role as a trusted growth partner for local businesses. The milestone reflects foodpanda’s ongoing commitment to merchant care and success across Asia Pacific (APAC). Turning challenges into growth opportunities To help merchants navigate an increasingly competitive environment, foodpanda has introduced a range of initiatives across the region. These efforts span four key areas: 1. Personalised Support: Dedicated account managers and streamlined onboarding processes ensure merchants receive hands-on care from day one, helping them get online and reach customers quickly. 2. Growth Tools: foodpanda is supporting…
The public subscription of Pak Qatar Family Takaful Limited’s IPO witnessed strong investor demand, with applications received for 47.84 million shares against an issue size of 12.50 million shares, resulting in an oversubscription of approximately 3.8x. The public offering was held on 17–18 December 2025. A total of 7,942 applications were received, amounting to PKR 862 million. As per the allotment criteria, applications for up to 2,000 shares will receive full allocation, while applications above this threshold will be allotted on a pro-rata basis. Earlier, the book-building portion of the IPO was also met with strong demand, being oversubscribed by…