Engro Fertilizers has launched “UgAi”, the first integrated agri e-commerce platform of Pakistan, to offer farmers relief by enabling direct purchase of fertilizers at official prices from the Company. In the first phase, the free UgAi app has been launched for farmers in Sindh, with plans for a nationwide rollout in the near future. With…
The bot enables Pakistanis to connect to the NGO’s ecosystem which can also include litigation support for the vulnerable The Legal Aid Society (LAS) has launched NAZ Assist, Pakistan’s first multilingual legal advisory chatbot, designed to provide free legal advice in English, Urdu, Sindhi, and Pashto. Named in honor of Justice Nasir Aslam Zahid, former…
The LUMS Centre for Entrepreneurship (LCE) has successfully inducted its inaugural cohorts for two signature programmes: the LCE Idea Launch Incubation programme and the Slingshot Accelerator programme. Both programmes underscore LCE’s commitment to fostering a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem in Pakistan, catering to start-ups at different stages of growth. The LCE Idea Launch Incubation programme is…
Pakistan’s leading digital microfinance bank, Mobilink Bank, has achieved a significant milestone on the global stage by winning the prestigious ‘Digital Nations Video Creativity Award’ at the high-profile M360 APAC event held in Seoul, organized by the Global System for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA). The accolade was received by Hande Asik, Group Director of Communications…
Al-Ghazi Tractors Limited launched its latest product the New Holland NH-850. The 85-horsepower engine tractor is designed to set new standards in modern farming. The exclusive launch event, hosted at Pearl Continental, Lahore, was graced by the chief guest, Director General Strategic Project of Green Initiatives (Pvt) Limited, Maj General Shahid Nazir. Congratulating Al-Ghazi Tractors…
In a significant step towards advancing solar technology in Pakistan, LONGi, a global leader in solar energy, launched its latest innovation – the Hi-MO X10 solar panels. The launch event was held at the Crystal Ballroom in the Marriott Hotel, Karachi. The event introduced and featured a presentation of the newly launched Hi-MO X10, a…
Patron-in-Chief United Business Group (UBG) Mr S M Tanveer has demanded an immediate reduction of 500 basis points in policy rate, as inflation has dropped to 6.9% From 38%. He further proposed to bring policy rate at 8 percent by the month of January 2025, saying that ease of doing business has become need of…
Airlink Communications, a leading distributor and retailer of smartphones in Pakistan, is gearing up to launch its first electric vehicle (EV) in partnership with Xiaomi. This move not only aims to tap into the burgeoning EV market but also holds significant export potential, according to insiders. The upcoming electric car has already been competing with…
The ChildLife Foundation has released guidelines for the early detection and prevention of Mpox in children. Mpox, previously known as monkeypox, is a viral infection that has become a growing concern worldwide. “The guidelines aim to help parents, caregivers, and healthcare providers identify and prevent Mpox in children early on,” said Dr. Irfan Habib, Medical…
Mobilink Bank, Pakistan’s leading digital microfinance bank, has introduced Climate Shock Insurance to protect small and medium-scale farmers and livestock owners from the escalating risks of climate change. Under the initiative, the Bank provides financial security by covering losses to crops and livestock resulting from unpredictable climate catastrophes, enabling farmers to maintain their livelihoods amid…
