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Finance Minister Inaugurates Cardiac Wing at Saifee Hospital in Karachi

KARACHI: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, along with Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah, attended the inauguration of the Cardiac Wing of Saifee Hospital at the Aljamea-tus-Saifiyah University Auditorium in North Nazimabad, Karachi. The Finance Minister delivered the keynote address at the ceremony and appreciated the establishment of the new cardiac facility, describing it as an important step towards providing timely and world-class cardiac care closer to patients’ homes. Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb highlighted the facility’s state-of-the-art catheterization laboratories and advanced diagnostic and interventional capabilities, saying they reflected the standard of healthcare that the people of Karachi deserve. He emphasized that a hospital is more than its buildings and medical equipment, noting that the expertise, dedication and compassion of doctors, nurses and support staff ultimately determine the impact a healthcare facility makes on ...
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Constitution, Justice and Public Trust Essential for National Unity: Speakers

Bazm-e-Mukalma Pakistan organized the 39th Professor Karrar Hussain Memorial Lecture with a question-and-answer session at Rabat Hall, Bahadurabad, on “Lack of National Unity: Causes and Remedies.” Speakers and senior analysts Syed Muzafar Ejaz and Mazhar Abbas said national unity could not be achieved through slogans alone, but required justice, equality, constitutional supremacy, democratic continuity and public trust. They highlighted religious, linguistic, provincial and class-based divisions as major challenges to national cohesion. Mazhar Abbas stressed the importance of institutions working within their constitutional limits, freedom of the press and respect for the people’s right to choose their representatives. The session concluded with an interactive question-and-answer session on national identity, constitutional supremacy, the political system, provincial grievances and the role of state institutions.
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İbni Sina Institute, Saylani Welfare Sign Strategic MoU to Promote Global Islamic Economy and Halal Cooperation

Karachi: A major step toward strengthening international cooperation in Islamic economics and sustainable development was taken during the 4th National Islamic Economic Forum (NIEF-2026) in Karachi, where the İbni Sina Institute – Center of Excellence in Islamic Finance and Saylani Welfare International Trust signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The agreement establishes a long-term framework for collaboration in Islamic finance, Halal industries, education, humanitarian development, and international business diplomacy. The MoU was signed by Dr. Kemal Aydın , President of the İbni Sina Institute, headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, and Kassel, Germany, and Muhammad Madni Raza , Chief Executive Officer of Saylani Welfare International Trust. Muhammad Ghazzal , Chief Operating Officer of Saylani Welfare International Trust, also attended the signing ceremony. The partnership reflects the shared vision of both organizations to promote ethical and Shariah-com...
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Pakistan’s Fatima Zehra Wins Historic Commonwealth Games Boxing Bronze

Pakistan’s rising boxing star Fatima Zehra created history by becoming the first Pakistani woman to win a medal in boxing at the Commonwealth Games , securing a bronze medal in the women’s 60kg category after an impressive campaign in Glasgow. The 22-year-old boxer from Sargodha delivered a remarkable performance throughout the tournament, earning Pakistan a historic podium finish in women’s boxing. Her journey ended in the semi-finals, where she was defeated by Canada’s Marie-Bathoul Al-Ahmadieh , but reaching the last four guaranteed her a bronze medal under Commonwealth Games boxing rules. Earlier in the competition, Fatima booked her place in the semi-finals after defeating New Zealand’s Jordan Wilson in the quarter-finals, showcasing exceptional skill and determination against a strong international field. According to media reports, the Canadian boxer dominated the opening round of the semi-final, and the referee stopped the contest in the second round, officially awarding ...
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Nasla Tower Affectees Renew Appeal for Justice, Compensation, and Housing Rehabilitation

Karachi: The affectees of the demolished Nasla Tower have once again appealed to the Government of Pakistan and relevant authorities for justice, adequate compensation, and the opportunity to rebuild their lives after years of displacement. In a public appeal, the residents stated that they had invested their lifetime savings in purchasing homes at Nasla Tower through what they believed to be lawful means. They emphasized that despite the passage of several years since the building's demolition, many families remain homeless and are still waiting for compensation and rehabilitation. The affected families maintained that they had committed no wrongdoing and had purchased their apartments in good faith. However, they said they have borne the consequences of circumstances beyond their control. According to the appeal, hundreds of families continue to live in rented accommodation while their children await the chance to return to a permanent home. The residents have urged the Presi...
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Dr. Zeelaf Munir Calls for Supply Chain Reforms to Strengthen Pakistan’s Food Security at Breathe Pakistan 2026

  Karachi: At the recently held Breathe Pakistan 2026 conference, where EBM participated as the principal partner, the company’s Managing Director and CEO Dr. Zeelaf Munir emphasized the urgent need to rebuild Pakistan’s agricultural supply chain to ensure long-term food security and sustainable development. Addressing participants at the event, Dr. Zeelaf Munir stated that while initiatives such as improved seeds, affordable credit facilities, and crop insurance are important, they alone cannot transform the lives of smallholder farmers unless the supply chain that follows agricultural production is fundamentally restructured. She highlighted that Pakistan’s food security is being “made or lost” within the post-farm supply chain, stressing that inefficiencies in storage, transportation, distribution, and market access continue to limit the benefits reaching farmers and consumers alike. Dr. Munir further noted that the transformation required in Pakistan’s agri-food sector must ...
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Provincial Workshop in Karachi Focuses on Transparency, Accountability

Karachi: A provincial consultative meeting and capacity-building workshop on anti-corruption, good governance, and complaint handling was held at the Mövenpick Hotel Karachi , bringing together key institutions working on strengthening accountability mechanisms. Representatives from Transparency International , the Provincial Ombudsman Sindh , and FOSPAH Sindh participated in the session. Ms. Sabika Shah, representing the FOSPAH Sindh office, shared insights on building transparent systems, ensuring merit-based practices, and promoting safe and respectful workplaces. Speakers stressed the need for stronger institutional coordination, improved complaint-redress mechanisms, and continuous capacity building of officials dealing with governance challenges. Participants discussed practical strategies to enhance public trust and curb corruption through openness and effective oversight. The meeting concluded with a commitment to deepen collaboration among partner institutions and to purs...
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