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Faysal Bank Limited (FBL), one of Pakistan’s leading Islamic banks, has reaffirmed its commitment to diversity and inclusion by once again partnering with Special Olympics Pakistan (SOP) as the Title…
The 50th National Snooker Championship 2026 took place at the NBP Sports Complex in Karachi from January 13 to 21, featuring top players across Pakistan. Muhammad Asif of NBP triumphed…
Karachi Institute of Radiotherapy and Nuclear Medicine (KIRAN), the largest public-sector cancer hospital operated by the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC), has inaugurated a state-of-the-art 2nd Halcyon Linear Accelerator, strengthening…
Donors contributed around Rs35 million to Al-Shifa Trust Eye Hospital during a fundraising dinner titled “Noor Phir Sey” held at the Pakistan National Council of the Arts in Islamabad, the…
The NBP 50th National Snooker Championship officially began on January 13 at the NBP Sports Complex, marking a significant milestone in the history of snooker in Pakistan. The event was…
The BoK Islamabad Women League U-19 came to an exciting conclusion today as Thunder lifted the championship trophy after defeating Striker by 29 runs in a thrilling final at the…
Al-Shifa Trust surgeons have restored vision to a 101-year-old patient, Raza Khan, who had dense cataracts and age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Despite several specialists declining the case due to high…
Pakistan State Oil (PSO), the nation’s leading energy company, has launched RISE, a nationwide employee wellness initiative aimed at energizing employees and promoting healthier, more active lifestyles across all levels…
Ufone customers can now enjoy special access to English Premier League (EPL) streaming through an exclusive collaboration with MyCO, the official digital home of the Premier League in Pakistan. With…
Pakistan’s cataract burden continues to rise despite an expansion in treatment facilities, driven by the fast-growing diabetes epidemic, an ageing population, malnutrition, ultraviolet exposure and late diagnosis. Prof Dr Sabihuddin…
More than 2 in 3 employees living with diabetes in Pakistan reported negative treatment in the workplace because of their condition, according to a new study conducted by the International…
tapmad, Pakistan’s leading OTT streaming platform, continues its regional growth momentum by expanding into South Asia through a strategic partnership with Robi Axiata Limited, one of Bangladesh’s top telecommunications operators.…
The 6th International Conference on Lifestyle Medicine (ICLM 2025) commenced at the Highland Country Club & Resort, Islamabad, marking a significant milestone in Pakistan’s journey toward a preventive, compassionate, and…
Health Asia 2025, one of Pakistan’s largest international health and medical exhibitions and conferences, served as a vibrant platform for healthcare professionals, institutions, and organizations to exchange knowledge and expertise.…
A crucial community session was recently held to educate young students about the vital importance of early detection, self-examination, and awareness regarding breast cancer. This serious condition affects thousands of…
BF Biosciences Limited, Pakistan’s pioneering biopharmaceutical manufacturer, has announced the successful launch of its latest innovation, Zeptide® (Tirzepatide) — an advanced treatment for Type 2 Diabetes and Obesity, now available…
Faysal Bank Limited (FBL), in collaboration with Patients’ Aid Foundation (PAF), participated in the second edition of Bike-A-Cause 2025, a community-driven cycling event aimed at supporting women battling breast cancer.…
Due to consistent and coordinated efforts by public and private stakeholders, including Al-Shifa Trust (AST), the prevalence of blindness in Pakistan has decreased significantly, from 1.78 percent in 1990 to…
To mark World Sight Day 2025, Sightsavers, in collaboration with COAVS and the Government of Punjab, has launched the Pakistan Inclusive Eye Health (PIEH) Project in District Sargodha. The initiative…
As part of its ongoing commitment to community welfare, the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Committee of the Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC) organized a free medical camp at the Government…
Zong, Pakistan’s leading digital technology innovation company, has partnered with Alkhidmat Foundation to donate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to their healthcare institutions in Lahore and Islamabad. The initiative reflects Zong’s…
Chairman of the Hyderabad SITE Association of Trade and Industry, Zubair Ganghra, has issued an urgent statement expressing deep concern over the alarming rise in dengue and other life-threatening diseases…
Pakistan's first Thyroid Eye Disease clinic has opened at Al Shifa Trust Eye Hospital, Rawalpindi, offering integrated care for a condition that affects millions but remains widely misdiagnosed. The facility…
Pakistan faces a significant health crisis, with over 100 million adults classified as overweight or obese, prompting warnings from health experts at a recent event in Karachi. They emphasized that…
Since its inception in 2009, the Lighthouse, the Low Vision Rehabilitation Department at Al-Shifa Trust Eye Hospital, has become a beacon of support for people struggling with impaired vision that…
