The second episode of The Great Pakistan Adventure explores Cholistan’s forgotten stories of resilience, revival, and survival. Karachi, May 26, 2026: There are places in Pakistan where the landscape feels endless, where survival depends on resilience, and where stories go back in time just as the sands that make up the …
Read More »JazzWorld Advances ESG Leadership Across Its Supply Chain
KARACHI: Reinforcing its commitment to responsible growth, long-term sustainability, and its Net-Zero 2050 ambition, JazzWorld has recognized leading ecosystem partners for advancing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) excellence across its supply chain. The initiative reflects JazzWorld’s broader ESG transformation agenda, focused on strengthening sustainability integration across its value chain and …
Read More »Pakistan Freelancers Earn over $950 Million in 10 Months
KARACHI, May 26, 2026: Pakistani freelancers have contributed significantly to the country’s economy by earning more than $950 million in foreign exchange during the first 10 months of the current fiscal year, outperforming freelancers from India, China, the UAE, and several other countries despite multiple global and domestic challenges. According …
Read More »BankIslami Launches FOCUS Financing Platform
Karachi, May 25, 2026: BankIslami, one of Pakistan’s fastest-growing Islamic banks, has launched its fully homegrown Finance Origination and Credit Underwriting System (FOCUS), a platform designed to digitalize and accelerate the customer financing journey.Leveraging AI-driven automation, FOCUS reengineers the Bank’s credit underwriting process from initiation to disbursement. The platform replaces …
Read More »Banks to open on May 29th and 30th for tax collection
KARACHI: To facilitate taxpayers in making over-the-counter (OTC) payment of Government duties and taxes, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has decided, on the request of Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), that all branches of commercial banks shall observe extended working hours until 05:30 P.M. on Friday, May 29, 2026. …
Read More »Unstable Economic Policies, High Tax Rates Hindering Investment: Saquib Fayyaz Magoon
KARACHI: Senior Vice President of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), Saquib Fayyaz Magoon, has said that Pakistan currently has strong investment opportunities as its improved image amid regional developments is attracting global investor interest. However, he added that unstable economic policies and high tax rates …
Read More »Turkish Cuisine Week 2026 Celebrates Culinary Heritage with “The Heritage Table” Theme
KARACHI ,May 21 2026 : The Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Türkiye has announced the theme of Turkish Cuisine Week 2026 as “The Heritage Table.” It highlights cultural stories, traditions, and shared memories preserved through Turkish cuisine. Moreover, Turkish Cuisine Week will run from 21 to …
Read More »CAP Urges Strict Dubai-Style Laws to Tackle Real Estate Issues in Karachi Meeting with SBCA
KARACHI : May 20,2026 :During the meeting, Mr. Kaukab Iqbal highlighted the growing concerns of consumers regarding delayed housing projects, non-delivery of properties on time, and illegal booking practices by certain builders. He emphasized that in the history of Karachi, many projects remain incomplete, causing serious financial and mental distress …
Read More »Pakistan needs development-focused budget beyond short-term stabilization: Experts
Islamabad, May 20: Experts have urged Pakistan to shift the upcoming federal budget from short-term stabilization to long-term development. They called for stronger focus on exports, food security, investment, and inequality reduction. However, they warned that without political will, reliable data, and institutional coordination, Pakistan may continue to face stagflation, …
Read More »Yango Pakistan partners with Jazz Business to Enhance Driver and Courier Experience
Karachi – May 20, 2026: Yango Pakistan, part of Yango Group, has partnered with Jazz Business to launch discounted voice and internet bundles for partner drivers and couriers in Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad. Through this initiative, drivers and couriers now access telecom packages at nearly 50% lower rates than standard …
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