Licious, an IU CORE startup from Iqra University, has won the Innovative Entrepreneur Award at the Women Empowerment Business Showcase 2026 organised by Fatimiyah Higher Education System, earning recognition among 34 participating ventures and a cash prize of PKR 20,000.

SafetyX Pro, a startup from IU CORE Cohort IV at Iqra University, has been selected among the top 12 finalists for the Startup World Cup Regional Final during B Acceleration Week at the BAT B Accelerator Tower, marking a significant international milestone for the university's entrepreneurship programme.

NIC Hyderabad attended the graduation ceremony of Iqra University Hyderabad Campus IU CORE SkillUp Freelance Excellence Program Batch 1, introducing graduates to incubation, mentorship, and entrepreneurship pathways available through NIC Hyderabad.

Iqra University Vice Chancellor Dr Nassar Ikram met with Sindh Enterprise Development Fund CEO Khizar Pervaiz to discuss collaboration on entrepreneurship, skill-based training programs, and strengthening the startup ecosystem in Hyderabad and Tharparkar.

The Brave Next, a startup incubated at IU CORE at Iqra University, has secured a place in the Sindh Acceleration Program led by IBA Center for Entrepreneurial Development, marking a significant milestone for the university's entrepreneurship programme.

Iqra University IU CORE is hosting its Cohort 4 Pitch Deck Round on June 12, 2026, at the Main Campus, where aspiring student entrepreneurs will present their startup ideas, innovations, and business visions to an audience of mentors and evaluators.

E-Lot Park, an innovative startup incubated at Iqra University IU CORE Centre of Research and Entrepreneurship, has been selected for the NIC Karachi Foundry Program, a national platform dedicated to nurturing high-potential startups across Pakistan.

HandsOn Communicator, an emerging startup from Iqra University IU CORE Centre of Research and Entrepreneurship, has secured a place among the top 34 finalists of the Lok Sahaita STEM Talent Search Program, marking a significant milestone for student entrepreneurship at Iqra University.

Iqra University IU CORE has held the orientation for SkillUp Freelance Program Batch IV, welcoming new participants with guidance from programme head Umair Ahmed Khan and motivational success stories from SkillUp alumni.

Iqra University IU CORE, in collaboration with the Prime Minister Youth Programme, is launching the Youth Innovation Challenge 2026 on May 22, 2026, at the Main Campus Mini Auditorium, inviting students to explore innovation, entrepreneurship, and creative problem solving.

IU CORE at Iqra University invites students, alumni, and startups to apply for Call for Ideas Cohort 4, offering mentorship, funding support, and zero equity incubation.

Iqra University’s Centre of Research and Entrepreneurship (IU CORE) and Innovista have launched the Innovista Startup League Campus Round, showcasing student-led ventures and fostering the next generation of entrepreneurial leaders.