Pakistan
February 03, 2026
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Basant Lahore 2026: Rooftops, Kites, and Safety Rules

A vibrant three-panel collage celebrating Basant in Lahore 2026. The central, wide panel shows a bright yellow and red kite soaring over a field of orange marigolds under a sunset sky. The side panels feature a decorated festive monument and a family in traditional attire. Top text reads: 'Basant Lahore 2026: Rooftops, Kites, and Safety First.

Basant is back, and in 2026 Lahore is celebrating it in a more organized, safer, and equally vibrant way. From colorful kites in the sky to music festivals, rooftop gatherings, and bustling kite markets, the city is embracing the festival with structure and spirit. If you’re planning to enjoy Basant this year, here’s a clear […]

Pakistan
January 30, 2026
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Pakistani Start up Uplift AI Raises $3.5M in Seed to Accelerate Voice AI Adoption in Pakistan and Emerging Markets

Two South Asian founders from Uplift AI present on stage to an audience, wearing white Uplift AI T-shirts, with one speaking into a microphone and the other standing beside him, acoustic panels and teleprompters visible

Pakistan-based startup Uplift AI has raised $3.5 million in seed funding to expand the adoption of voice technology across developing markets, with a strong focus on regional and underrepresented languages. The round was backed by Y Combinator, Indus Valley Capital, Pioneer Fund, Conjunction Capital, and Moment Ventures. Founded by Zaid Qureshi and Hammad Malik, former […]