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…
Tharparkar is undergoing a remarkable transformation that sets it apart from other regions of Sindh, with measurable progress in areas of human development and economic prosperity to uplift the region of Thar. Lives of people in Thar have improved as the investment in Thar Coal projects provided thousands of job opportunities. Additionally, it has paved…
The Sindh Government, in partnership with ChildLife Foundation, has achieved a significant milestone of reducing the province’s infant mortality rate to half as compared to the rest of Pakistan. This progress highlights the Sindh government’s dedication to improving healthcare for children through innovative public-private partnership programs. A recent study conducted by the U.S-based PALISI Global Health…
Pakistan’s government, in collaboration with the private sector, could provide training in various skills to thousands of youngsters and enhance manpower export to the hospitality sector of different countries for earning significant value of remittance and reducing a section of unemployment within a few years in the country. This was stated by Sabir Ahmed, Executive…
In an effort to strengthen Pakistan’s healthcare capacity and address critical nutritional challenges, the Institute for Global Health and Development (IGHD) at Aga Khan University (AKU) has launched a new series of free, online nutrition courses for healthcare professionals. Unveiled at a launch event in Islamabad, these courses are part of the IGNIT3 initiative, a…
The U.S. has imposed new sanctions on several Pakistani companies, citing their involvement in supporting Pakistan’s missile program, particularly the development of long-range ballistic missiles like the Shaheen-3 and Ababeel, both of which are nuclear-capable. One of the targeted companies, Innovative Equipment, was sanctioned alongside a Chinese firm for aiding Pakistan’s missile technology, prompting concerns…
CEO Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) Zubair Motiwala said that Pakistani companies have made notable progress in the development and manufacturing of medical devices and equipment, which could not only reduce $2 billion of the import bill within the next five years but also earn foreign exchange for the country in the next phase…
Provincial Minister for Health Dr Azra Pechuho said that the Sindh government extended its full support to the private sector for promoting medical tourism across the country, aiming to benefit the local healthcare sector and its contribution to the national economy. Speaking as a chief guest at the inauguration of the 21stHealth Asia Exhibition and…
The Pride of Pakistan and globally celebrated fashion designer, Deepak Perwani, opened the doors to his all-new atelier in DHA, Karachi in a glitzy affair celebrating his 30 Years of Style. The luxurious new Deepak Perwani atelier welcomes Karachi this weekend just in time for this festive season, showcasing the iconic designer’s most sought after collections, along with an extensive range of…
The 21st edition of Health Asia will take place from October 17 to 19 at the Expo Center in Karachi. Provincial Minister for Health Dr Azra Pehchoo will be the chief guest at the event. The event will also host various seminars on different issues of healthcare and medical practices such as chronic diseases, safe…
