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Saudia Arabia Remains One of the Top Choices for Pakistani Travelers Pakistani Market Experiencing a Significant Growth in Domestic & International Travel: Dean Wicks, Chief Flights Officer at Wego Wego, the number 1 travel app and the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and a trusted platform for millions of travellers worldwide, is excited to announce the expansion of its OTA platform now enabling Pakistani’s to ‘Book on Wego’. The company also revealed that Saudia Arabia remains top choice for Pakistan travelers with over 100% YoY growth.As part of its growth strategy, Wego will…

Continuing its efforts towards academia-industry collaboration, the Suleman Dawood School of Business (SDSB) at LUMS has developed another case study for its academic and executive programmes, focused on the successful turnaround of JazzCash. This case study highlights the power of disruption and innovation in today’s rapidly evolving business landscape. SDSB has pioneered the use of the case method of teaching in Pakistan. Students engage with real-world business challenges, assuming the role of decision-makers to analyse and develop practical solutions in an interactive classroom setting. Authored by SDSB faculty, Dr. M. Adeel Zaffar, Dr. Adnan Zahid and Dr. M. Shehryar Shahid,…

Dubai has once again secured the top position globally for city cleanliness, according to the latest Global Power City Index (GPCI) report issued by the Institute for Urban Strategies at the Mori Memorial Foundation in Japan. This prestigious recognition, achieved for the fifth year in a row, underscores Dubai’s commitment to establishing itself as a benchmark for future cities. The emirate continues to lead the way in sustainable urban development, reflecting its adherence to the highest international standards of living and environmental excellence. Dubai outperformed more than 47 cities worldwide, achieving 100% satisfaction in the metric measuring city cleanliness under…

CDC Share Registrar Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Central Depository Company of Pakistan Limited, proudly announces the launch of its latest innovation: E-Voting through WhatsApp. This revolutionary feature is set to redefine the electronic voting process, making it more accessible, efficient, and user-friendly for shareholders/members. By seamlessly integrating WhatsApp with the E-voting platform, CDCSR aims to enhance participation while maintaining the highest standards of security and transparency. Since its inception, CDCSR has been a pioneer in introducing various technology-based services, including the launch of its web-based system in 2017. This platform, which allows shareholders/members to register and vote…

The jury for the 17th edition of ArtBeat – National Child Art Competition has completed its selection process. This year’s jury included some of Pakistan’s most esteemed artists: Irfan Gul Dahri (Artist, Art Otaq/Numaish Gah, Lahore), Shireen Bano Rizvi (Artist, Department of Visual Arts, National College of Arts, Lahore), Ali Azmat (Artist, College of Art and Design, University of the Punjab), Risham Hosain Syed (Artist, Beaconhouse National University, Lahore), Abida Dhari (Artist), and Aun Raza (Award-winning Photographer). “The jury evaluated the submissions with a focus on originality, creativity, and the unique perspectives of young artists. It is inspiring to witness…

In a landmark development for the financial services sector, ABHI &TPL have officially completed the acquisition of FINCA MicrofinanceBank Limited. The final signing ceremony took place in the presence ofprominent leaders from both organisations and key stakeholders,including Omair Ansari, CEO of ABHI, Ali Jameel, CEO of TPL CorpLimited, and Jeffery Smith, Vice President – Chief AdministrativeOfficer of FINCA. The event marked the formal conclusion of thisstrategic partnership, which aims to expand access to innovativefinancial solutions and accelerate financial inclusion acrossPakistan.Four years ago, two individuals dared to dream of a Pakistan wherefinancial access wasn’t a privilege but a right. This vision…

DAO PropTech has officially launched at FutureFest 2025, introducing Pakistan’s first real-world asset tokenization platform. By converting properties into smaller, affordable investment units, the platform removes traditional barriers like high costs and lack of transparency, making real estate investment accessible and secure for millions. The platform allows investors to have fractional property rights for high-value properties through secure and transparent processes. This breakthrough simplifies property investment, offering an inclusive pathway to wealth creation for individuals previously excluded from real estate markets. At the event, DAO PropTech unveiled Globe Residency Apartments in partnership with the Arif Habib Group, a leading developer…

easypaisa has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by becoming Pakistan’s first Digital Retail Bank to receive commercial approval for the commencement of regular digital banking operations from the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) under its Licensing and Regulatory Framework for Digital Banks. Approval to launch commercial operations was accorded to easypaisa digital bank on January 28, 2025, in an official licensing ceremony held at the State Bank of Pakistan. With this approval, Telenor Microfinance Bank has been converted from a “Microfinance Bank” to a “Digital Retail Bank,” and will now be operating under the name “easypaisa digital bank” (Registered name: “easypaisa…

The Beaconhouse International Student Convention (BISC) was hosted by the Philippines in January this year. This annual event brings together Beaconhouse students from Malaysia, Oman, Pakistan, Thailand, the Philippines, and the UAE, to compete, celebrate global citizenship, and forge new connections. As Beaconhouse celebrates its 50th year, the BISC 2025 theme ‘Learning from the Past, Looking to the Future,’ paid homage to Beaconhouse’s rich legacy as well as its spirit of innovation and global responsibility. BISC provides students with a global platform to showcase their talents across a diverse range of categories in Sports and E-STEAM. Students showcased their athletic…

Pakistan’s transformative hospitality startup, has achieved a remarkable milestone by representing the country at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2025. As part of the Pakistan Business Summit, Lokal’s Chairman, Mr. Faiz Kidwai, shared a visionary outlook on the potential of Pakistan’s tourism and hospitality industries, positioning Lokal as a beacon of innovation and progress. This milestone was further bolstered by the contributions of the UK-Pakistan Trade and Investment Board, which played a pivotal role in fostering global recognition of Pakistan’s hospitality potential. The event spotlighted the company’s innovative model and its role in redefining Pakistan’s global image as a destination for tourism and investment by merging technology and…