Browsing: Success Stories

Sehar Ijaz, a trailblazing woman from Lahore, creates history as the first Pakistani woman to win the Gold Coast Student Excellence Award, highlighting her dedication to social impact and creative advocacy. Her impactful initiatives, including promoting creative arts and addressing educational disparities, set her apart as a notable figure in her field.

The Pakistani federal cabinet greenlights transformative measures, including the pioneering National Space Policy, stimulating technological advancement and private-sector involvement in internet services. Additionally, the approval of the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency and specialized Telecom Tribunals underscores the nation’s commitment to fortifying digital security and ensuring telecom sector efficiency.

Amara Athar becomes Lahore’s inaugural female Chief Traffic Officer, marking a significant stride in women’s empowerment in Punjab’s police force. The decision underscores the recognition of merit and the growing role of accomplished female officers in key leadership positions across the province.

Sindh government, with Asian Development Bank support, is set to introduce 200 electric buses to Bus Rapid Transport feeder routes, targeting a daily benefit for 50,000 commuters and a long-term boost to environmental sustainability and cost efficiency through solar power integration.

Caretaker CM Punjab Mohsin Naqvi unveils the Shahra-e-Nazria Pakistan signal-free corridor, addressing traffic concerns, and lauds Lahore Development Authority for timely completion. Additionally, a notable increase in the driving license fee and the option for foreign citizens to obtain online licenses signal administrative enhancements in the province.

Honored at the WOMANi event in Dubai, Caretaker Finance Minister Dr Shamshad Akhtar received the ‘Most Influential Woman in Islamic Business and Finance 2023’ Award for her groundbreaking contributions to global Islamic finance. Her historic role as the first woman to lead Pakistan’s central bank adds to her distinguished career.

Markings Publishing, Pakistan’s leading publishing house known for its exquisite coffee table books and exceptional publications, clinched four prestigious awards…

InDrive’s landmark collaboration with Vlektra introduces electric bikes to Pakistan’s ride-hailing, pioneering a sustainable shift and combatting pollution. This strategic partnership not only marks a milestone but also includes an initiative rewarding top drivers with free EV bikes, fostering awareness and eco-conscious transportation.

UN Women Pakistan, backed by the Government of Japan, inaugurated the #KoiJawaazNahi campaign at Mohenjo Daro, using its cultural importance to combat gender-based violence during the “16 Days of Activism.” The initiative, set to illuminate landmarks in Quetta, Peshawar, and Islamabad with orange lights, signifies a future without violence, complemented by street theatre and exhibitions highlighting women’s economic empowerment.

NayaPay, Pakistan’s pioneering Electronic Money Institution, secures the ‘Best Fintech’ award at the Pakistan Banking Awards 2023, highlighting its transformative role in revolutionizing the country’s financial landscape through enhanced accessibility and user-friendly services.