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  Pakistan Youth Change Advocates (PYCA) and several other public health advocates have expressed serious concern over the proposed reconstitution of food standards development committees under the Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA), particularly at a time when critical decisions affecting food safety, nutrition, and public health are under consideration. The agenda for the 48th meeting of the National Standards Committee on Agriculture and Food (NSCAF), scheduled for October 12, 2026, includes a proposal to reconstitute technical committees. The meeting is also expected to address critical issues, including revisions to food labelling and nutrition standards, food additives, vitamin D fortification, tobacco products, and the future of Front-of-Pack Warning Labelling (FOPWL), among other matters. “The proposed reconstitution raises serious concerns about the side-lining of public health experts and civil society representatives. The proposed committee composi...

    Islamabad: Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) successfully hosted the Study in Malaysia Education Fair 2026 in Islamabad on September 15 and 16, attracting hundreds of students, parents, education professionals and representatives from academic institutions.   The education fair provided Pakistani students with an opportunity to interact directly with representatives of leading Malaysian universities and explore a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate and professional study programmes.   Participating institutions presented information on internationally recognised degree programmes, scholarships, admissions requirements, student visas, campus facilities, accommodation, student life in Malaysia. University representatives also provided one-on-one counselling to students and parents, helping them better understand the complete process of pursuing higher education in Malaysia.   The fair was inaugurated by the High Commissioner of Mala...

Reinforcing its position as a global leader in advanced energy storage and solar solutions, Livoltek has announced the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), alongside the EPC agreement between Hub Salt and Optimisen, for the deployment of a 2.35MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) integrated with a 1.44MW solar PV system at the Hub Salt Refinery in Sindh. Powered by Livoltek’s advanced technology, this milestone marks the company’s first high-capacity BESS deployment in Pakistan and underscores its growing footprint in South Asia.   The project will be executed by Optimisen as the EPC partner, combining advanced engineering expertise with Livoltek’s cutting-edge energy storage solutions. Representing a transformative step in Hub Salt’s operational evolution, the initiative will transition the facility from a fully diesel-dependent, off-grid setup to a clean, efficient hybrid solar-plus-storage energy system—driving sustainability, energy independence, an...

    Hemani proudly announces a historic achievement in regional trade connectivity, coinciding with a groundbreaking development in cross-border logistics. Pakistan has marked a major milestone as the first truck from Kyrgyzstan arrived at Sost Dry Port carrying transit goods, successfully bypassing Afghanistan.This first-ever movement of its kind by a Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) country using its own transport signifies the opening of a new alternative trade corridor into Pakistan.   Hemani is honored to be among the first exporters to capitalize on this strategic breakthrough, reinforcing its leadership in international trade and logistics innovation.The shipment was facilitated by a partner company of the National Logistics Corporation (NLC) in Kyrgyzstan, and is being widely recognized as a pivotal step toward enhanced regional integration and economic cooperation.   “This is not just a logistical success, it is a transformative moment for re...

  Livoltek, a global leader in smart solar and energy storage solutions and a key subsidiary of Hexing Group, successfully concluded its participation at Solar Pakistan 2026, held from April 17 to 19 at Expo Center Lahore. The event served as a strong platform for Livoltek to reinforce its commitment to delivering innovative, high-performance, and reliable energy solutions tailored to Pakistan’s rapidly evolving energy landscape. With rising electricity costs, frequent power outages, and increasing demand for sustainable alternatives, Livoltek’s advanced portfolio attracted significant attention from industry stakeholders, partners, and customers.   At the forefront of Livoltek’s showcase was its advanced IP66 inverter series, which emerged as a major highlight for visitors seeking robust and high-efficiency outdoor solutions. Designed to perform in Pakistan’s demanding environmental conditions, the IP66 series (6kW–12kW) delivers exceptional efficiency of up to 98.5%, e...

  Resecurity (USA) , a leading cybersecurity and intelligence company protecting Fortune 100 and government agencies worldwide, successfully hosted the Anti-Fraud Pakistan 2026 conference in Karachi, bringing together government officials, corporate leaders, cybersecurity experts, and industry regulators to address the growing challenges of fraud detection and cybercrime investigations in Pakistan and beyond. The event, held at Pearl Continental Hotel, was a landmark gathering aimed at fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing among professionals in the fields of fraud prevention, cyber defense, and financial crime investigation. With Pakistan’s rapid digital transformation and increasing reliance on technology, combating fraud and cybercrime has become a critical national priority.   A Platform for Collaboration and Innovation Anti-Fraud Pakistan 2026 featured insightful keynote speeches, interactive panel discussions, and expert-led workshops. The conference h...

Pakistan’s leading digital streaming platform tapmad has announced the acquisition of exclusive Subscription Video-on-Demand (SVOD) rights in Pakistan for Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 11, along with exclusive global Video-on-Demand (VOD) rights for clips, highlights, and related digital content derived from the licensed broadcast feed.   The rights have been secured through a strategic partnership with Walee, which holds the official media rights for PSL 11. Through this collaboration, tapmad will bring premium digital access to one of Pakistan’s most celebrated sporting events.   Through its SVOD offering, tapmad will provide subscribers in Pakistan with a premium viewing experience featuring uninterrupted, ad-free streaming in HD quality, allowing cricket fans to watch PSL content anytime and anywhere. The SVOD model ensures a seamless and immersive viewing experience without commercial interruptions, giving fans a truly premium way to enjoy the league. ...