Khalid Maqbool

Industry-academia collaboration indispensable for development: Dr Khalid Maqbool

The collaboration between industries and academic institutions is indispensable under the emergent educational policy for developing human capital and industries of different sectors across the country, said Federal Minister for Science and Technology Dr Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui. Speaking as a chief guest at the 4th PEC International Deans Conference held at Muhammad Ali Jinnah University…

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Dairy sector

Pakistan’s Dairy and Beef Sector need to transform through Precision Farming!

Pakistan, Dutch, and Australian Companies Announce Partnership to introduce superior livestock and nutrition solutions! Despite being 4th largest milk producer in the world and major sub-sectors of agriculture, contributing, along with livestock, over 60% of value-added agriculture and 11.7% of the total GDP contribution, the dairy sector faces persistent challenges that hinders its optimal potential….

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Engro

Dawood Hercules Corporation and Engro Corporation Approve Restructuring Plan to Enhance Investment Opportunities

The Boards of Dawood Hercules Corporation Limited (DH Corp) and Engro Corporation Limited (Engro Corp) have, in principle, approved a proposal to restructure the shareholding between the two companies, aiming to enhance investment opportunities of the enterprise. The restructuring proposal is subject to final Board and shareholder approvals. The proposed restructuring would enhance investment opportunities…

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KTC cigarette smuggling

KTC calls for action against surge in cigarette smuggling

KTC has raised concerns over the recent decline in its cigarette sales, attributing it to a sharp rise in the smuggling of international cigarette brands in Pakistan. This surge in illicit trade poses a significant threat to the company’s operations and the local market. The tobacco manufacturing entity emphasized the importance of continued vigilance and…

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Future Work Connect 24

Fourth Generation Universities: ICE Presents Future Work Connect 24 to Enhance Pakistan’s Global Competitiveness in Education

The International Centre of Excellence (ICE) successfully organized “Future Work Connect 24,” a high-profile event aimed at advancing Pakistan’s global competitiveness in education and fostering collaboration between industry and academia. Held at the British Deputy High Commission Karachi, the event brought together esteemed panelists, thought leaders, and stakeholders from the corporate and education sectors to…

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agriculture sector

RemoteWell, Godaam Technologies and Digitt+ present Top Ideas at Zar Zaraat agri-startup competition

“Agriculture, as a sector, hold the key to prosperity, food security, and the socioeconomic upliftment of our rural communities…Continuous innovation and development within the agricultural sector, therefore, are vital for the economic development and sustainability of Pakistan” said Zafar Masud, President & CEO of The Bank of Punjab, while speaking at the BoP-sponsored Zar Zaraat…

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Icewarp Czech

European software company Icewarp announces plans to invest in Pakistan

Icewarp, a software company from the Czech Republic, announced its plans to launch its full-fledged operation in Pakistan, including a handsome investment in the establishment of a data center. Established in 1998, the software company is operating in more than 100 countries with its specialized and highly cost-effective services such as hosted email, TeamChat, ChatGPT…

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National Foods largest

National Foods inaugurates largest manufacturing facility in Faisalabad

National Foods Limited (NFL) is set to revolutionize Pakistan’s food landscape with the inauguration of its largest, state-of-the-art production plant in Faisalabad. Fueled by an investment of PKR 7 billion, the plant is equipped with cutting-edge technology and marks a significant milestone in National Foods’ pursuit to bring further innovation and quality to the food…

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