Don’t we all love stories of underdogs who overcome enormous odds, rise up the ranks and make it big? That is exactly what the founders of Markhor did. They identified an opportunity in a small town of Pakistan, exploited it and presented an awesome product to the world. Previously known as Hometown shoes, Markhor sells products made in Pakistan, around the globe. Markhor is a subsidiary of Hometown Shoes and while the
Alhamdullillah, Ramadan is here again! The “Shalwar Kameez” and ‘Topi’ are out, the masajid are full, you can smell pakora’s everywhere in the evening and every single person knows the time for Fajr and Maghrib prayers… down to the EXACT second! Yes, Alhamdullillah, Ramadan is here again! But is it the same Ramadan that we are used to? Correct me if I am wrong but doesn’t Ramadan feel bigger, shinier
When was the last time you bought something online? When was the last time you bought something online from a Pakistani website? Now, if you are a Pakistani living in Pakistan, when was the last time you bought something online from a Pakistani website? Notice how the answer to each subsequent question was smaller number than its predecessor? Online shopping is a scant and sacred convenience in Pakistan. Nielsen’s Global
Pakistan’s rich history traces back to the very beginnings of human life in South Asia. The Indus Valley civilization, among the oldest in the world, makes its home here. The country is a treasure store of handcrafted goods made with care by people who grew up learning their craft. Pakistan’s national currency is the rupee or PKR. Coins are in denominations of 1, 2, and 5 rupees. Banknotes are in