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National GBV Conference Calls for Stronger Survivor Support and Institutional Reforms

National GBV Conference Calls for Stronger Survivor Support and Institutional Reforms

ISLAMABAD, June 24, 2026: Pakistan’s first national conference on gender-based violence (GBV) case management, titled “Connected for Care,” concluded in Islamabad with a strong call for institutional reforms, mentorship systems, and sustainable survivor-centered support mechanisms. The Ministry of Human Rights organized the two-day conference with technical support from the Strengthening …

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K-Electric Announces Loadshedding Exemptions for Ashura and Extends Bill Payment Deadline

K-Electric Announces Loadshedding Exemptions for Ashura and Extends Bill Payment Deadline

KARACHI, June 23, 2026: K-Electric (KE) adjusts its operations to support citizens during Ashura. It exempts select areas from loadshedding to ensure smooth religious observance and public convenience. Across Karachi, KE identifies 371 feeders as high priority. These areas host processions, majalis, and other gatherings. Moreover, 244 medium- and high-loss …

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BankIslami Partners with Resecurity to Boost Cybersecurity and Customer Protection

BankIslami Partners with Resecurity to Boost Cybersecurity and Customer Protection

KARACHI, June 23, 2026: BankIslami, one of Pakistan’s fastest-growing Islamic banks, signed a strategic partnership with US-based cybersecurity firm Resecurity. The bank took this step to strengthen its digital security and ensure a safer, Shariah-compliant banking experience. Moreover, Resecurity will provide Digital Risk Monitoring (DRM) and Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) …

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UBG Welcomes Cut in Petroleum Prices, Calls for More Relief

UBG Welcomes Cut in Petroleum Prices, Calls for More Relief

KARACHI, June 20, 2026: United Business Group (UBG) Patron-in-Chief SM Tanveer and President Zubair Tufail have welcomed the government’s decision to reduce petroleum prices. They described the move as positive for both consumers and the business community. The UBG leaders said the government reduced fuel prices following a decline in …

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BankIslami Launches BIPL Exchange to Expand Shariah-Compliant Financial Services

BankIslami Launches BIPL Exchange to Expand Shariah-Compliant Financial Services

KARACHI, June 19, 2026: BankIslami has launched BIPL Exchange Company (Private) Limited, its wholly owned currency exchange subsidiary. As a result, the bank has expanded its financial services and strengthened Pakistan’s Riba-free financial ecosystem. BIPL Exchange began operations with the inauguration of its first branch. JS Group Founder Jahangir Siddiqui …

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