Telenor Pakistan Organizes Breast Cancer Awareness Session, Urging Early Screening and Proactive Measures

Islamabad:– Telenor Pakistan, in collaboration with Shifa Foundation, organized a Breast Cancer Awareness session for its entire workforce at its 345 Campus in Islamabad. A large number of employees from across the country attended the event, which aimed to provide crucial information on breast cancer, including risk factors, prevention strategies, and the importance of early…

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Of Mountains and Seas: Lahore Biennale Foundation Commences Groundbreaking Third Edition Focusing on Ecologies and Sustainable Futures

Lahore, Pakistan,: The Lahore Biennale Foundation (LBF) proudly commenced ‘Of Mountains and Seas’, the highly anticipated third edition of the Lahore Biennale (LB03), curated by the acclaimed John Tain. This year’s Biennale builds on the momentum of the previous editions, first introduced in 2018, and presents a bold exploration of ecologies and sustainable futures, showcasing…

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inDrive Partners with Rescue 1122 Sindh to Revolutionize Driver Safety Training and Set New Standards in Ride-Hailing

Islamabad, Pakistan – inDrive, a leading ride-hailing platform of Pakistan, is proud to announce a transformative partnership with Rescue 1122 Sindh aimed at providing inDrive drivers with internationally recognized safety and emergency training. This initiative underscores inDrive’s commitment to ensuring that its drivers are equipped with the skills to offer the safest ride-hailing experience in…

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Ethiopia, Pakistan Agree to Foster Parliamentary Cooperation

The Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia (FDRE) and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan on Thursday agreed to promote Parliamentary diplomacy between the two countries for further strengthening the bilateral, regional and multilateral cooperation in various areas of mutual interest.The Parliamentary cooperation between the two nations came under discussion during a meeting between H.E. Dr. Jemal…

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Spyware and ransomware were among other types of cyber threats

Islamabad : Kaspersky’s report on the cybersecurity landscape for industrial control systems (ICS) in the second quarter of 2024, revealed a 20% increase in ransomware attacks compared to the previous quarter. The report underscores a growing threat to critical infrastructure sectors worldwide, with ransomware and spyware posing the most significant risks.Kaspersky Security Network statistics show…

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ICCI President Vows to Address Business Community’s Challenges

ISLAMABAD: Nasir Mansoor Qureshi, President Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), has reaffirmed the organization’s dedication to tackling the challenges faced by the business community. To achieve this, he emphasized the importance of creating a favorable business environment, which is crucial for Pakistan’s economic prosperity and international reputation.During an inaugural staff meeting at the…

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CCP Hearing on PTCL-Telenor Merger Continues

CCP Hearing on PTCL-Telenor Merger Continues

Islamabad, : The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) is actively progressing with the Phase II Merger Review of PTCL’s proposed acquisition of 100 percent shareholding in Telenor Pakistan (Private) Limited (TP) and Orion Towers Private Limited (OT). The hearing was conducted by CCP Chairman, Dr. Kabir Ahmed Sidhu, with the presence of members Mr. Salman…

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easypaisa Takes Strict Action Against Misinformation and Fake News

Islamabad, : easypaisa, Pakistan’s leading digital financial services platforms, has filed a formal complaint with the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) against individuals spreading false and misleading information on social media platforms, including TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. The fake news claims that easypaisa accounts will be blocked on 30th September 2024, urging account holders to withdraw…

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IRADA Urges Pakistan to Adopt Tobacco Harm Reduction Strategies to Save Millions of Lives

Peshawar, Pakistan – A round table conference hosted by the Initiative on Risk-reduction & Dependable Alternatives (IRADA) in Peshawar which was attended by more than 25 participants including experts in tobacco control, public health officials, NGOs, and local stakeholders. United in their goal to reduce the health impacts of tobacco use in Pakistan, the participants…

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Ethiopia, Pakistan Discuss Youth Exchanges to Strengthen People-to-People Contacts

Islamabad:  The Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia (FDRE) and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan on Wednesday discussed potential areas to further promote people-to-people relations between the two countries, especially by exchanging delegations of youth leaders. The discussion to this end took place during a meeting between H.E. Dr. Jemal Beker Abdula, Special Envoy, Ambassador Extraordinary…

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