SBP takes necessary steps to promote tech startups
Business
March 16, 2021
KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan is taking all necessary initiatives to provide an enabling environment for the information and technology startups and women financial inclusion, the central bankâs governor said on Monday.
âThe SBP is working on gender mainstreaming policy titled âBanking on Equality: Reducing the Gender Gap in Financial Inclusionâ.
The proposed policy aims to introduce a gender lens within the financial sector through identified pillars and specific measures, to bring a shift towards women friendly business practices,â the SBPâs Governor Reza Baqir said at an event organised by Sehat Kahani, a telemedicine startup that has raised $1 million in a Pre-Series A round.
Ministry Of Narcotics Control signs MoU with Sehat Kahani
December 10, 2020
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: The Ministry of Narcotics Control has inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Sehat Kahani (E-Health Clinic Network).
A Helpline will be set up under a pilot project “UMANG” for individuals who unfortunately fall into the habit of addiction and need help to connect to counselors, psychiatrists, and psychologists.
The Federal Minister Muhammad Azam Khan Swati witnessed the Ceremony. The Secretary Narcotics Control Shoaib Dastgir and senior officials of the ministry were also present.
The project “UMANG” is an initiative launched by the Ministry of Narcotics Control in collaboration with Sehat Kahani which would allow Pakistani youth to access Mental Health Counseling and referrals free of cost through a Helpline.