Pakistan

ISLAMABAD, May 20, 2026: PTCL and Ufone have achieved PCI DSS v4.0.1 certification for 2026. As a result, both companies have further strengthened their payment card data security and aligned their systems with global cybersecurity standards. Risk Associates, a globally recognized PCI Qualified Security Assessor (QSA), awarded the certification after …

ISLAMABAD, May 20, 2026: The leadership of the Islamabad Women Chamber of Commerce and Industry thanked the Capital Development Authority, Metropolitan Corporation Islamabad, State Bank of Pakistan, and JazzCash for helping establish Islamabad’s first dedicated marketplace for women entrepreneurs. The leaders said the initiative has opened long-awaited business opportunities for …

KARACHI, May 20, 2026: During their recent Pakistan tour, the Zimbabwe women’s national cricket team visited the Special Security Unit headquarters in Karachi. The visit highlighted Pakistan’s growing ability to safely host international sporting events. On the occasion, SSU Commandant Amir Khan Niazi welcomed the players and officials. He briefed …

KARACHI, May 20, 2026: During his visit to Quetta Garrison, Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir delivered remarks that went beyond a routine military address. Instead, he framed a broader national narrative focused on security, unity, and resilience amid internal and external challenges. The Command and Staff …

KARACHI: The Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) has announced the establishment of a dedicated help desk at the Lasbela Chamber of Commerce & Industry(LCCI) to facilitate trade promotion in Balochistan.  The initiative was unveiled during a visit by TDAP Secretary Sheryar Taj accompanied by senior officials of TDAP and …

KARACHI (May 18, 2026): Asif Sakhi and Arshad Khurshid congratulated senior journalist and Supreme Council member Zia-ul-Haq Sarhadi on receiving Pakistan’s civil award, the “Sitara-i-Imtiaz.” They recognized his services in journalism and his contribution to national trade reporting. Asif Sakhi said Zia-ul-Haq Sarhadi consistently highlighted issues related to trade, transit …

Karachi, May 18, 2026: Karandaaz Pakistan partnered with Finnect after the company won the 1st Offline Payments Innovation Challenge. Together, they will deploy offline payment solutions that work in low or no-connectivity areas. As Pakistan moves toward a digital economy, connectivity gaps still slow down digital payment adoption. Therefore, Karandaaz …

KARACHI, May 18, 2026: Indus Motor Company celebrated 35 years of Toyota’s presence in Pakistan on May 15, 2026. Over the years, the company has sold more than 1.2 million vehicles nationwide and strengthened Pakistan’s automotive industry through manufacturing excellence and localization. Today, IMC’s network of dealers and suppliers supports …

KARACHI, May 18, 2026: Consumers Association of Pakistan (CAP) Chairman Kaukab Iqbal welcomed the Federal Constitutional Court’s decision to lift the ban on converting residential plots into commercial use in Karachi. Speaking to the media at the CAP head office, he called the ruling a historic step for Karachi’s development, …

Islamabad: Muhammad Saeed Sheikh, a distinguished Pakistani-American humanitarian, community leader, and advocate for Pakistan-United States relations, was conferred the prestigious civil award Sitara-e-Khidmat by the President of Pakistan, Asif Ali Zardari, during an official investiture ceremony held at Aiwan-e-Sadr on May 13, 2026. The award was bestowed in recognition of …