Pakistan

Banks ignore oral health in CSR drive

Banks ignore oral health in CSR drive

Pakistani banks prioritise cancer and renal care, yet dental disease burden silently escalates nationwide Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has evolved from mere philanthropy to a core strategic component of modern banking, particularly in developing economies like Pakistan. In the Pakistani financial sector, leading commercial banks have formally adopted CSR policies. They routinely channelize substantial funds into critical social sectors, with …

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LRBT’s 40-Year Journey: Saving Sight & Transforming Lives

LRBT’s 40-Year Journey: Saving Sight & Transforming Lives

Maqbool Ahmed’s life was marked by hardship from an early age. Orphaned at just 12, he carried the responsibility of raising his siblings apart from his own struggles. Amidst the loss of his parents and sunk in poverty, another tragedy unfolded: severe eye allergies that led to blurred vision and eventually corneal opacity in both eyes. As his sight deteriorated, …

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Future of banking: digital, Shariah, crypto – Pakistan & Gulf Economist

Future of banking: digital, Shariah, crypto – Pakistan & Gulf Economist

Digital adoption, blockchain potential, and Islamic finance growth define Pakistan’s evolving banking sector 2025 Interview with Muhammad Raza, SEVP & Group Head of General Services & Customer Support at Meezan Bank.  PAGE: Tell me something about yourself, please: Muhammad Raza: I currently serve as Senior Executive Vice President and Group Head of General Services and Customer Support at Meezan Bank. My …

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Rice prices increase in Pakistan – Check latest per kg rates

Rice prices increase in Pakistan – Check latest per kg rates

Rice prices increase in Pakistan – Check latest per kg rates Rice prices in Pakistan have gone up sharply as inflation continues to rise, especially after the recent floods that badly damaged farmland. Different types of rice have become more expensive, with prices increasing by up to 15 rupees per kilogram, putting more pressure on people’s household budgets. Reports say …

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Publication relating to transparency notifications – Pakistan News Express

Publication relating to transparency notifications – Pakistan News Express

REGULATED INFORMATION Publication relating to transparency notifications Mont-Saint-Guibert (Belgium), October 3, 2025, 10:30 pm CET / 4:30 pm ET – In accordance with article 14 of the Act of 2 May 2007 on the disclosure of large shareholdings, Nyxoah SA (Euronext Brussels/Nasdaq: NYXH) announces that it received a transparency notification as detailed below. Vestal Point Capital On October 1, 2025, Nyxoah received a transparency notification from …

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Gohar Rasheed reveals his lessons and beliefs about marriage

Gohar Rasheed reveals his lessons and beliefs about marriage

Gohar Rasheed reveals his lessons and beliefs about marriage Gohar Rasheed, one of Pakistan’s most loved stars, recently tied the knot with fellow superstar Kubra Khan. Their wedding was nothing short of magical, from their Nikkah in Makkah to the grand celebrations in Pakistan, the couple received immense love and blessings from fans all over. In a candid interview with …

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Gold Rates in Pakistan Today, 02 October 2025

Gold Rates in Pakistan Today, 02 October 2025

Gold Rates in Pakistan Today, 02 October 2025 Gold prices in Pakistan have climbed to another record high in line with the upward trend in international market. According to the Saraffa Association, the opening price of 24-karat gold per tola stood at 410,278 while the rate for 10 grams stood at Rs351,751. Gold is a valuable commodity widely traded in …

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Lantronix Edge AI Drone Solution Integrates Gremsy and Teledyne FLIR Platforms for Longer, More Efficient Flight Times – Pakistan News Express

Lantronix Edge AI Drone Solution Integrates Gremsy and Teledyne FLIR Platforms for Longer, More Efficient Flight Times – Pakistan News Express

Strategic Collaboration positions Lantronix for long-term, high-margin growth in defense and commercial drone markets projected to reach $57.8B by 2030* IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lantronix Inc. (NASDAQ: LTRX), a global leader in compute and connectivity IoT solutions powering Edge AI applications, today announced that its NDAA/TAA-compliant solution has been selected by Gremsy, a leading global manufacturer of advanced …

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WeRide Launches Robotaxi and Robobus Pilots in Ras Al Khaimah, Expanding Into Third UAE Emirate – Pakistan News Express

WeRide Launches Robotaxi and Robobus Pilots in Ras Al Khaimah, Expanding Into Third UAE Emirate – Pakistan News Express

RAS AL KHAIMAH, United Arab Emirates, Oct. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — WeRide (Nasdaq: WRD), a global leader in autonomous driving technology, today announced the launch of Robotaxi GXR and Robobus pilot operations in partnership with the Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA). This represents WeRide’s first deployment in Ras Al Khaimah and its expansion into a third emirate in …

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The Capital Market Authority Calls for Public Consultation on Opening the Main Market to All Categories of Non-Resident Foreign Investors

The Capital Market Authority Calls for Public Consultation on Opening the Main Market to All Categories of Non-Resident Foreign Investors

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Capital Market Authority (CMA) called upon relevant and interested persons participating in the capital market to share their feedback on opening the Main Market to all categories of non-resident foreign investors and enabling them to directly invest in it. The consultation period will last for 30 calendar days, ending on …

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