The Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) marked World Children’s Day with a week-long celebration filled with engaging and impactful events, reaffirming its commitment to the health, safety, and future of children. The festivities kicked off with a joyous cake-cutting ceremony in the Paediatric Ward’s play area, led by Dr Fyezah Jehan, Chair of Paediatrics and…
By Athar Osama Governments have traditionally played a foundational role in the development of research and innovation eco-systems around the world. The role of Government as a risk-taker and a direct enabler of innovation has been written up by a number of influential commentators and in recent times, by scholars such as Mariana Mazzucato and…
At the 12th International Defense Exhibition and Seminar IDEAS 2024, from 19th November till 22nd November at Expo Center, Karachi, Rohde & Schwarz will present some major solutions from its broad product portfolio for true spectrum dominance. The leading German electronics group will showcase a variety of new and proven technology solutions from its different…
The Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) has announced the successful implementation of 3D-printed PEEK implants, meticulously designed and manufactured by AKUH’s experts. This transformative leap in medical innovation aims to improve healthcare access, affordability, and outcomes for patients needing complex bone replacement surgeries in Pakistan. 3D-printed PEEK implants are high-performance, customized devices that can replace…
On World Pneumonia Day, ChildLife Foundation draws attention to the growing impact of climate change and environmental crises, such as the current smog emergency, on child health in Pakistan. Climate change is exacerbating air pollution and causing severe respiratory issues, making children even more vulnerable to diseases like pneumonia, a leading cause of preventable child…
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP) and the Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Pakistan (ICMAP) have recognized the ChildLife Foundation with the Best Corporate Report (BCR) Award 2023 in the Non-Profit Organization (NPO) category. This marks the third consecutive year the foundation has been acknowledged for its dedication to excellence in…
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has the official Airline Partner for IDEAS 2024 (Arms for Peace), the premier defence exhibition in Pakistan. As part of this strategic partnership with Badar Expo Solutions, PIA will showcase its support by displaying the IDEAS 2024 insignia on six of its aircraft and Airline crew Vehicles Notably, this includes the…
Federal Minister for Industries & Production Rana Tanveer Hussain lauds Nestlé’s role in boosting multicategory packaged food exports; Nestlé has expanded export footprint to 26 countries with USD 23 million in 2024 alone; Iconic brands NESTLÉ FRUITA VITALS, EVERYDAY, MILKPAK CREAM and other favourite brands are now reaching countries in Europe, North America, Middle East,…
Aga Khan University’s Dr Zafar Fatmi has co-authored a new paper published in the Lancet Planetary Health, highlighting the urgent need to eliminate lead from the global economy. The study, led by Stanford University and co-authored by experts from renowned institutions including AKU, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, University of Southern California, and…
Amidst escalating environmental challenges in Pakistan, including record air pollution levels, LUMS has collaborated with the Lahore Biennale Climate Congress to hold a series of sessions at the University from November 6-8, 2024. The series featured the opening of a group art exhibition, a collateral event of Lahore Biennale 03 (Of Mountains and Seas), titled…
