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The Pakistan Single Window (PSW) has integrated with the National Database and Registration Authority’s (NADRA) PakID Mobile App, enabling PSW users to complete the mandatory verification process remotely through the App for PSW subscription, subscription renewal and profile updates. Previously, completing biometric verification required users to physically visit a NADRA e-Sahulat Centre. With the PakID integration, users can now complete their biometric verification remotely through their smartphones, subject to applicable NADRA verification requirements, reducing the need for physical visits. The facility offers a particularly significant convenience for overseas Pakistanis engaged in trade-related activities in Pakistan. Eligible overseas users can now…
Pakistan’s efforts to revive cotton are being held back by a regulatory process that takes around seven years to approve imported seed varieties, prompting researchers and seed industry experts to seek a 12-24-month fast-track mechanism for bringing promising germplasm into the country.The lengthy approval mechanism was delaying access to potentially high-yielding international germplasm at a time when Pakistan was struggling to restore cotton production and competitiveness.Shahzad Ali Malik, Guard Agricultural Research & Services Limited (GUARD) CEO said a fast-track regulatory mechanism could allow seed companies to introduce promising imported cotton varieties and hybrids by 2028, subject to completion of the…
OxfordAQA is pleased to announce a series of professional development engagements across Pakistan led by Penny Butterworth, Regional Professional Development Manager, from 14 to 18 September 2026. During her visit, Penny will work closely with leading schools in Islamabad and deliver professional development sessions in Karachi and Lahore focused on “Maximising Learning and Exam Performance with OxfordAQA.” Designed for teachers and school leaders, the sessions will focus on enhancing classroom practice, improving student outcomes, and maximising performance in OxfordAQA assessments. Drawing on her extensive experience in curriculum delivery and assessment, Penny will share practical strategies, evidence-based approaches, and insights to…
Coke Studio Nu.WAV continues its journey with Rangeen, bringing together Hasan Raheem and Izzchugtai on a song produced by Umair that turns longing, love and youthful romance into something considerably brighter. Rangeen began with a beat passed from Umair to Hasan, eventually finding its melody almost instinctively during a drive home. Rather than polishing away the spontaneity of what emerged, Umair allowed his hip-hop instincts to meet the song’s more classical character, creating a record that stays light on its feet even as it carries an unmistakable sense of yearning. Hasan reaches towards affection, while Izzchugtai’s arrival shifts the energy…
Engro Holdings Limited (“Engro Holdings”) today announced that the Board of Directors of Engro Corporation Limited (“Engro Corporation”) has approved Mr. Junaid Iqbal as the successor to Mr. Ahsan Zafar Syed for the role of President and CEO of Engro Corporation. Mr. Junaid Iqbal currently serves as Advisor to the CEO of Engro Holdings and, upon completion of Mr. Ahsan Zafar Syed’s term in April 2027, will assume the role of President and CEO. The succession plan reflects Engro’s next phase of growth. Over six decades, Engro has built strong industrial businesses and developed deep capabilities in engineering, project development,…
The book-building portion of SE Fruits and Vegetable Limited’s Initial Public Offering (IPO) was fully subscribed within two hours of opening on Monday, reflecting strong institutional and high-net-worth investor interest in the export-oriented, Shariah-compliant company. Bidding will continue until September 22, and the final strike price will be determined upon completion of the book-building process. SE Fruits and Vegetable Limited is offering 30 million ordinary shares, representing 32.01% of its post-IPO paid-up capital. The IPO has a floor price of Rs40 per share, while the strike price may rise by up to 60% to a maximum of Rs64 per share,…
JS Bank has received the ESG Award for its Community Health Outreach Programme at the ESG Business Awards, recognising its efforts to make quality healthcare accessible to underserved communities across Pakistan. The Community Health Outreach Programme focuses on three areas: primary and maternal healthcare in remote regions, specialised free treatment for chronic and reproductive health conditions, and grassroots health awareness. Its flagship initiative, Jahangir Siddiqui Hospital in Sehwan, is delivered in collaboration with the Indus Hospital and Health Network. In 2025, the hospital provided free medicines and medical services to over 34,000 patients, including more than 50 deliveries, and conducted…
The Aga Khan University’s (AKU) Centre for Innovation in Medical Education (CIME), Karachi, hosted SIMPACT 2026, the only health care simulation conference in Pakistan and East Africa, connecting clinicians, educators, leaders, innovators, and students from both regions in real time. This year’s theme, “Simulation Reimagined: AI & Beyond,” explored how artificial intelligence, immersive technologies, analytics, and next-generation learning systems are reshaping health training and, ultimately, patient safety. The conference included pre-conference workshops, more than 80 research presentations, keynote talks and exhibits of home-grown innovations as well as the latest industry exhibits in healthcare simulation technology. A central highlight of the…
The inauguration of the September SNIDs (Sub-National Immunization Days) for polio vaccination, took place today at the Rotary Club of Karachi Community Centre in Gulistan-e-Jauhar. The National Chair PolioPlus Committee Aziz Memon who is also a Past Trustee of The Rotary Foundation, together with EOC (Emergency Operations Centre) Focal Person, Dr. Ahmad Ali Shaikh, Shahzad Sabir, District Governor, Rotary District 3271, DGE Fahad Sikandar inaugurated the September SNIDs. Also attending the event was Humayun Qureshi, President Rotary Club of Karachi and several Rotarians. The upcoming SNIDs scheduled from Sept 21 to 27, 2026 will target 31 million children…
The Pakistan International Auto Show (PAPS) 2026 concluded at the Lahore International Expo Centre after attracting more than 300,000 visitors over three days, bringing together leading automobile manufacturers, auto-parts producers, dealers, industry experts, government representatives and automobile enthusiasts. Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif inaugurated the three-day exhibition, which featured leading automobile manufacturers and auto-parts companies. Several manufacturers established dedicated stalls, with some using PAPS 2026 to introduce new models, while others showcased vehicles launched shortly before the event. Among the major attractions were new models unveiled by BYD, Chery, JAC and Suzuki, which received considerable attention from visitors and…