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Karachi Fashion Week 2013 is yet another illustration of the fact that life goes on in Pakistan in spite of the terror and violence that makes daily headlines. It's a testament to Pakistanis' extraordinary resilience and great capacity to take it all stride. Here are a few pictures of…
ContinueAdded by Riaz Haq on January 31, 2013 at 9:00am — 2 Comments
In spite of setbacks from the US CIA's fake vaccination scheme in 2011 and the killing of polio workers by the Taliban in 2012, the WHO says Pakistan is on track to be declared polio free in April this year.…
Added by Riaz Haq on January 28, 2013 at 9:00am — 15 Comments
Deadly skirmishes started between Indian and Pakistani forces along LoC in the disputed territory of Kashmir in early January 2013, barely weeks after Pakistan Army doctrine acknowledged domestic militancy as the biggest threat to national security.…
Added by Riaz Haq on January 23, 2013 at 5:00pm — 18 Comments
What has caused a sudden and tragic jump in mass casualty attacks in Pakistan with over 200 deaths, mostly of Hazara Shias, in a single day on January 10, 2013? Is it just impunity or blow back from intensified US drone attacks early in 2013 as President Barack Obama accelerates US pull-out from Afghanistan? Or is it lack of national political consensus in…
ContinueAdded by Riaz Haq on January 16, 2013 at 10:00pm — 24 Comments
The year 2012 was a mixed bag. Economy continued its modest recovery with the stock market hitting new records but it was marred by rising civilian casualties and the worsening energy crisis. The coalition government led by the Pakistan Peoples' Party is nearing its full term with a new prime minister and the political parties have begun campaigning for general elections in the first half of 2013.…
Added by Riaz Haq on January 8, 2013 at 8:00am — 30 Comments
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Finding a smartphone that balances performance, features, and affordability can be challenging, especially if you’re looking within a specific budget. For tech enthusiasts and everyday users alike, the mobile price in Pakistan 15000 to 20000 range is an ideal segment, offering devices that deliver impressive performance without burning a hole in your pocket. In this blog, we’ll explore some of the…
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DreamBig, a fabless semiconductor company founded by NED University alumnus Sohail Syed, has been acquired by Advanced RISC Machines (ARM) for $265 million. The Silicon Valley-based startup is developing networking chips for data centers, with hardware specifically designed to run AI applications. The startup does not manufacture its own chips but instead licenses its designs to other semiconductor companies. It has had a partnership with Samsung’s foundry division to bring its hardware to…
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