Author: Faiza Liaquat
In a significant move to advance Pakistan’s transportation infrastructure, Master Motor Corporation and Yutong Bus Company have entered into a groundbreaking Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to form a Joint Venture Company. This collaboration aims to locally manufacture and assemble Yutong’s innovative new energy city buses in Pakistan. The joint venture, Yutong Master, will establish a cutting-edge Greenfield plant, making it the first and only facility in Pakistan dedicated to producing city buses locally. These new energy city buses, which come in both hybrid and electric powertrain options, represent a major advancement in the country’s public transportation system. Designed to address…
Lahore has been suggested by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) as the location for all of India’s Champions Trophy matches in February 2025.The proposed schedule will be discussed in the July meeting of the ICC Board, which will be held in Sri Lanka, after being submitted to the International Cricket Council (ICC) for approval. Initially, Lahore, Karachi, and Rawalpindi were offered as venues.According to PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi, the board is dedicated to organizing a successful tournament and is in constant communication with the ICC regarding stadium improvements and security protocols. Since 2012–2013, political unrest has hindered bilateral series between…
At the 2024 EMIGala in Dubai, Mahira Khan received the esteemed ‘Artist in Fashion’ award. During her speech, the well-known actor underlined the value of women empowering and supporting one another in the creative process in order to create something genuinely remarkable. She also stressed the need of collaboration among varied skills.
Icewarp, a Czech software business, announced a significant investment in Pakistan. There, they intend to introduce a wide range of services, including a $1 million data center.Founded in 1998, Icewarp provides a range of software solutions, including web conferencing, email hosting, and collaboration tools. With continued efforts to undergo digital transformation, they view Pakistan as a promising market. Jan Urbik, Global Chief Sales Officer at Icewarp, emphasized the company’s dedication to provide reasonable solutions to help Pakistan achieve its digitization objectives.Here’s a significant advantage for companies in Pakistan: Icewarp boasts robust cybersecurity and cutting-edge capabilities in their software, which it…
Scholarships are available from the Moroccan Agency of International Cooperation (AMCI) for Pakistani students wishing to attend Moroccan public universities in 2024–2025.The Higher Education Commission (HEC) states that the online application deadline via the HEC portal is May 10th, which is a Friday. Applicants should carefully read all instructions and submit their completed online application before the deadline to ensure they have the highest chance of success.Applicants are advised by the HEC to submit their applications as soon as possible. It’s important to follow all the instructions provided by the HEC to ensure a successful application process. Furthermore, at this…
At a World Economic Forum (WEF) session on global health in Riyadh, The prime minister highlighted how the COVID-19 pandemic, which struck just a few years prior, laid bare the stark inequalities in access to healthcare and distribution of vaccines between nations. He emphasized that the pandemic disproportionately affected countries in the Global South, exacerbating existing disparities and leaving millions vulnerable to its ravages. Moreover, Prime Minister Shehbaz pointed to the intersectionality of health and climate change, noting how environmental crises further compound the challenges faced by developing nations. Citing Pakistan’s own experiences, he lamented the devastating impact of climate-induced…
In Islamabad, Pakistan, the influence of artificial intelligence (AI) is reaching new heights, as evidenced by the recent job fair hosted by a premier science and engineering institution in the country. The event showcased the interest of undergraduate students’ efforts in exploring AI through their final year projects (FYPs), with the field dominating the presentations and discussions. The annual job fair, organized by the FAST National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences, served as a platform for industry leaders to evaluate student prototypes and connect with emerging talent. With over 200 student projects on display, it was clear that AI…
In China’s Weifang city, the sky recently turned into a beautiful canvas filled with colorful kites of all shapes and sizes. People from around the world, including Muhammad Ibadullah Khan from Pakistan, came to enjoy the amazing sight. Muhammad shared how impressed everyone was by the festival’s deep connection to Chinese culture. It wasn’t just about watching kites fly; it was also about learning how these fantastic kites are made. Visitors got to attend workshops and see demonstrations, discovering the secrets behind crafting these special kites. Weifang is known as the birthplace of kites, with a whopping 70% of kites…
A free meal program is being implemented by the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training in all federal government schools located in the Islamabad Capital Territory.About forty elementary schools are expected to get midday meals this week as part of the first phase. In particular, kids in 20 schools in the Tarnol and Nelore districts will receive free lunches out of these 40 schools.The Federal Directorate of Education’s primary schools will now offer free meals to students in addition to other amenities, according to Secretary of Education Mohyuddin Ahmad Wani.About the meal program, the Secretary of Education told the…
In a gesture of solidarity, Pakistan has decided to rename one of its major highways in Islamabad to ‘Iran Avenue’ just before the scheduled visit of Iranian President Seyyed Ibrahim Raisi. The renaming of Eleventh Avenue to Iran Avenue comes as a symbol of the strong bond between the two nations and underscores Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening its ties with Iran. The decision, which was officially ratified by the cabinet following a proposal by the Capital Development Authority (CDA), holds significance as it coincides with President Raisi’s visit to Pakistan. This visit, the first by any head-of-state after Pakistan’s general…