Experts Term Transition of CPPs towards Grid Vital for Energy Sector
Islamabad: Energy experts have urged the government to facilitate the immediate transition of CAPTIVE Power Plants (CPPs) to the grid system. They emphasized that this measure would not only stimulate power demand in the country but would also make significant amounts of natural gas available for the power sector, aligning it with the National Gas…
CEO Telenor Pakistan Honored for Leadership Commitment to Gender Equality with UN Women 2024 Asia-Pacific WEPs Award
Islamabad: Khurrum Ashfaque, CEO of Telenor Pakistan, has been recognized with the prestigious UN Women 2024 Asia-Pacific Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs) Award in the Leadership Commitment category. This accolade underscores his steadfast dedication to fostering a workplace culture that prioritizes gender equality and inclusivity. Under the leadership of Khurrum Ashfaque, Telenor Pakistan successfully implemented a…
LONGi Green Energy Breaks Records with Game-Changing 25.4% Efficiency in Monocrystalline Silicon Solar Modules
The solar industry has a new leader in module efficiency, and it’s bringing consumers one step closer to a more sustainable, high-output, and affordable renewable energy future. LONGi Green Energy, one of the world’s top innovators in solar technology, has just set a new world record for monocrystalline silicon module efficiency with an impressive 25.4%…
Transforming crisis into opportunity: Green entrepreneurship in Pakistan
Harry Johnstone As a boy Salam Hazar and his family used to relax in a beautiful meadow by Gahkuch, surrounded by emerald-green terraced fields, mulberry and almond trees. They would swim and catch fish in the Gilgit river running through the surrounding Karakoram mountains. It was an idyll. But in the past 20 years, Salam…
ACCA celebrates 120 years
Lahore: ACCA, the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, will mark a significant occasion this weekend as it celebrates 120 years since its creation. Founded in London by a group of eight accountants on 30 November 1904, it has since grown into a global network of more than 252,500 members and 526,000 future members across 180…
TCL QD-Mini LED TVs: A Game-Changer in Display Technology
Lahore: TCL, Pakistan’s No. 1 LED TV brand’s QD-Mini LED technology stands out for its precise control over light distribution, significantly reducing blooming and creating deeper blacks. This ensures a stunning level of detail in both bright and dark scenes, perfect for cinematic and high-definition content. The integration of Quantum Dot Pro technology further amplifies…
YourPace Hosts Successful Kids’ Running Event in Karachi, Empowering Over 800 Young Athletes
Karachi: YourPace, an initiative of inDrive, proudly announces the successful completion of its latest event held at the scenic HMR Waterfront in Karachi, where over 800 students from 12 different schools participated in a thrilling day of running. This event not only celebrated the joy of running but also highlighted the importance of inclusivity and…
In 2024, Out of 38 million cyber attacks , 44.41% targeted banking service users
Islamabad : In 2024, cybercriminals launched over 38 million phishing attacks, impersonating major marketplaces, banks, and tech retailers. Stolen payment card data is actively traded on dark web forums. Kaspersky closely monitors the evolving landscape of shopping-related cyber threats. As shoppers prepare for major sales events during November and December in search of the best…
Standard Chartered Pakistan partners with ConnectHear to enhance accessibility and inclusion through virtual sign language services
Karachi: Standard Chartered Pakistan has partnered with ConnectHear to implement Pakistan’s first ever virtual sign language interpretation application. This innovative app enables seamless communication for individuals with hearing impairments, providing them with instant access to interpretation services at the tap of a button. This application will be rolled out across 10 SC branches nationwide, ensuring…
Rising Street Crime in Islamabad, Federal Capital’s Residents Vulnerable to Robberies
Staff Reporter ISLAMABAD: Islamabad, the federal capital, has witnessed a disturbing surge in street crime incidents, with armed robbers brazenly targeting citizens. In a recent alarming incident, a senior journalist was robbed of his iPhone 14 Pro Max at gunpoint by two unknown motorcyclists in the Sector F-8 area of Islamabad. The incident occurred on…