Pakistan

KARACHI: Renowned thought-leader and banker Sirajuddin Aziz has launched his latest book, In God’s Words, at a ceremony held at Avari Towers. The book offers a carefully researched, question-and-answer–based exploration of the Holy Qur’an, encouraging readers to engage with the divine text through reflection, context, and deeper understanding. The launch …

KARACHI, February 16, 2026: Bank Alfalah Limited has posted a profit after tax (PAT) of Rs 28.34 billion for the year ended December 31, 2025. The bank’s Board of Directors approved the annual results in its meeting held on February 13, 2026. Earnings per share (EPS) stood at Rs 17.97 …

KARACHI, February 16, 2026: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has announced the launch of “Cyber Shield” the Cyber Resilience Strategy for Regulated Entities” under its Vision 2028 agenda, aimed at strengthening the safety and robustness of Pakistan’s banking and financial system. The initiative is designed to protect banks and …

KARACHI, February 16, 2026: The Citizens Archive of Pakistan (CAP) and Aga Khan University (AKU) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the upgradation of the National Museum of Pakistan, one of the country’s principal institutions dedicated to preserving cultural, historical, and artistic heritage. The MoU signing …

Pakistani freelancers generated over $500 million in foreign exchange earnings during the first half of the current financial year 2025-26.

ABHI Microfinance Bank Limited has signed a MoU with Jaffer Business Systems Private Limited (JBS) to explore AI and digital innovation in Pakistan’s banking sector.

Chongqing (Xinhua): Ahead of the vibrant celebrations of the Chinese New Year, a lively international fair was held in Chongqing, where Pakistani cuisine emerged as one of the main attractions. Alongside local festive goods, food and specialty products from various countries were showcased, giving the event a distinct international character. …

Karachi, February 12, 2026: K-Electric (KE) organised six facilitation camps, commonly known as Khuli Kachehris, across various areas of Karachi, attracting more than 2,400 customers and recovering approximately Rs23 million in outstanding dues. The camps were set up in North Karachi, Surjani, Bin Qasim, Zamzama, New Karachi, and Shah Faisal …

Karachi: Governor State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), Mr. Jameel Ahmad, has called for scaling up Zarkheze, SBP’s flagship digital agricultural lending platform, to expand credit outreach particularly among small farmers in underserved and unserved areas. He was addressing a meeting of the Agricultural Credit Advisory Committee (ACAC) held in Karachi …

Islamabad, February 11: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has approved the acquisition of a controlling stake in TPL Insurance Limited by Jazz International Holding Limited, marking a significant milestone for foreign direct investment (FDI) in Pakistan’s insurance sector. The transaction brings together a leading digital insurer and …