Tobacco control efforts failing millions
Former WHO officials, Prof. Robert Beaglehole and Prof. Ruth Bonita, have sounded the alarm with an article published in Lancet Journal, which...
Sehat Kahani makes history as the first all-female-led company from Pakistan to raise $2.7 million series-A funding round
In a groundbreaking achievement for Pakistan's startup landscape, Sehat Kahani, a trailblazing female-led health-tech startup, has successfully closed a historic Series A...
Protecting Smokers’ Rights
In the realm of public health, smoking has long been a contentious issue. The well-documented health risks associated with tobacco use have...
A special ceremony was held to mark Yango’s arrival in Karachi
KARACHI: Yango, the international tech company, made debut of its ride-hailing service in Karachi earlier this month. A ceremony was held today...
The crucial role of regulatory frameworks in advancing alternatives to smoking
In the quest to combat the harms of smoking, the development of alternatives to cigarettes have emerged as a beacon of hope....
Exploring Smokeless Tobacco Alternatives as Effective Substitutes for Cigarettes in Pakistan
Pakistan faces a significant public health challenge due to high smoking rates. Over the past decade, Pakistan has witnessed a very slow...
Pakistan is a lucrative destination for future investments: Chairman & CEO ORA Developers Naguib Sawiris
Islamabad: Naguib Sawiris, Chairman & CEO of Ora Developers, expressed his enthusiasm for the progress of the prestigious Eighteen housing project in...
Transforming for Good
By Jennifer Motles, Chief Sustainability Officer, Philip Morris International
For nearly seven years, Philip Morris International (PMI) has been committed to delivering a...
Punjab Education Foundation Launches Cholistan Literate Project-II
LAHORE: The Punjab Education Foundation (PEF) has taken another significant step towards empowering education in the arid regions of Bahawalpur, Bahawalnagar, and...
Japan’s Success Story in Reducing Smoking Rates
In 2000, 50 percent of all men and 33 percent of all adults in Japan smoked cigarettes. But in 2015, something changed....
PMEX achieves highest-ever profit for FY23
KARACHI: Pakistan Mercantile Exchange Limited (PMEX), the only Multi-Commodity Futures Exchange in the country, has achieved its highest-ever profit after tax for...
Top 5 Places to Stay in Hunza
Ever dreamt of waking up to the sight of snow capped mountains, serene lakes, and a world teeming with rich cultural wonders?...
Non-Combustible Products: A Potential Approach to Reduce Harm
Non-combustible products belong to a category that does not rely on combustion to deliver nicotine to the user. Instead, they utilize heating...
Shifting the Tobacco Landscape: Philip Morris International’s commitment to scientifically substantiated alternatives
In today's rapidly evolving world, technology and innovation have become the driving forces behind global advancements. This powerful combination has not only...
Pioneering the fight against plastic pollution
Plastic pollution, an insidious threat to our planet, imperils ecosystems and jeopardises marine life. As the world unites on World Environment Day...