Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif presented Punjab’s comprehensive climate resilience strategy at the COP-30 Climate Conference in Belém, Brazil, underscoring the province’s commitment to sustainable development and green transformation. Speaking at the Pakistan Pavilion, Maryam Nawaz unveiled a Rs123 billion climate budget — a significant increase from the previous Rs94 billion — aimed at […]
PM Shehbaz Sharif Declares Pakistan, Azerbaijan, and Türkiye Share a ‘Common Heartbeat’ at Baku Victory Day Parade
BAKU (Azerbaijan): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday said that Pakistan, Azerbaijan, and Türkiye are bound by a “shared heartbeat,” reflecting the historic and unbreakable ties among the three nations. Addressing the Victory Day Parade in Baku, Prime Minister Sharif praised the enduring friendship between the countries, describing their unity as rooted in “faith, culture, […]
Xiaomi and Gran Turismo announce partnership
Lahore, Pakistan, June 16, 2025 — Xiaomi and Polyphony Digital today announced a landmark partnership at Round One of the Gran Turismo World Series 2025. Under this collaboration, Xiaomi SU7 Ultra — Xiaomi EV’s top-of-the-line high-performance luxury electric vehicle — will debut in the globally acclaimed racing simulator Gran Turismo 7, for PlayStation 4 and […]
Empowering the Self to Empower the World: Day 6 of Young Leaders Conference 2024
Karachi: The final day of the prestigious Young Leaders Conference (YLC) 2024 was dedicated to the compelling theme of “Ikhtiyar Khud Se” (Empowerment Begins with Self), under the guidance of the Day Champ, Zaamran Baloch. The day celebrated individual empowerment as the cornerstone of societal transformation, equipping participants with tools to address challenges through innovative […]
Economic Empowerment Takes Center Stage at Day 4 of Young Leaders Conference 2024
December 21, 2024 – Karachi: The fourth day of the Young Leaders Conference (YLC) 2024 was dedicated to the theme of “Ikhtiyar Maeeshat Pe” (Economic Empowerment), led by the accomplished Uzair Ausaf. The day’s agenda was packed with transformative discussions, dynamic activities, and actionable insights aimed at equipping Pakistan’s youth with the tools to shape […]
Empowering Youth to Shape Governance: Day 3 of Young Leaders Conference 2024 Highlights the Intersection of Politics, Narratives, and Leadership.
Karachi: The third day of the highly anticipated Young Leaders Conference (YLC) 2024 delved into the powerful theme of “Ikhtiyar Siyasat o Riyasat Pe” (Empowerment in Politics and Governance). Under the stewardship of Ammar Sabzwari, the day inspired participants to reimagine their roles in politics and governance, encouraging informed leadership and accountability. The day commenced […]
Young Leaders Conference Day 2 – Empowering Youth for Developmental Leadership
Karachi: The second day of the Young Leaders Conference (YLC) 2024, sponsored by the esteemed partner English Biscuit Manufacturers (EBM), unfolded with transformative sessions and engaging activities centered on the theme “Developmental Leadership – Ikhtiyar Muashre Pe.” For 23 years, EBM has supported YLC’s mission, enabling countless youth to attend the conference and create meaningful […]
Young Leaders Conference 2024 Kicks Off with Theme “Ikhtiyar – Circle of Influence” Empowering Youth Leadership
Karachi: The highly anticipated Young Leaders Conference (YLC) 2024 began today with its empowering theme, “Ikhtiyar Khud Pe”, aimed at guiding the youth towards leadership, responsibility, and social impact. Commencing the event, renowned trainers from School of Leadership, Kamran Z. Rizvi and Fatema Kausar Ali, set the tone for a transformative journey of self-awareness, leadership, […]
Habib University hosts ninth Yohsin Lecture Featuring Dr Thomas Hansen
Karachi: Habib University proudly hosted its ninth annual Yohsin Lecture featuring distinguished author and professor from Stanford University, Dr Thomas Hansen. His talk was titled, “The Angry Tide: Reflections on Fascism, Resentment and Authoritarian Dreams.” Dr Hansen, a renowned scholar in South Asian studies, dove into crucial issues of the present, exploring the rise of […]
Launch of the ‘Youth Council for Sustainable Action’ and BOLO Health – a digital health marketplace for youth
Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan – USAID’s flagship private sector health project, Frontier Health Markets (FHM) Engage, has launched the Youth Council for Sustainable Action in Sindh. The youth council aims to amplify youth voices and promote sustainable health practices, particularly in family planning services across Pakistan. FHM Engage is a global cooperative agreement that provides technical […]