KARACHI, July 4,2026: The Pakistan Banks Association (PBA) has announced the second Pakistan Banking Summit 2026 (PBS’26), which will take place in Karachi on July 7-8. The summit will bring together policymakers, regulators, bankers, business leaders and international experts to discuss the future of Pakistan’s financial sector and the country’s …
Read More »Onic Launches Pakistan’s First AI-Powered In-App Chat Assistant for Mobile Support
KARACHI, July 4,2026: Onic has launched Onic AI Assist, Pakistan’s first intelligent in-app chat companion, allowing customers to resolve mobile service queries instantly through the Onic app and web portal at no additional cost. The AI-powered assistant lets users ask questions in natural language and receive instant support for SIM …
Read More »Government Orders Public, Private Institutions to Set Up Cybersecurity Operations Centres Within Six Months
KARACHI July 1 ,2026: The federal government has directed all public and private sector organizations to establish fully functional Cyber Security Operations Centres (SOCs) within the next six months to strengthen Pakistan’s cyber defenses against emerging digital threats. The directive was announced by Dr. Haider Abbas, Director General of the …
Read More »ABHI Microfinance Bank, Airlink Partner to Expand BNPL Financing for Digital Devices
KARACHI June 30 ,2026: ABHI Microfinance Bank has partnered with Airlink Communication and its subsidiary, Select, to expand Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) financing for smartphones and other digital devices across Pakistan. The partnership aims to make digital devices more affordable by offering customers flexible installment plans and reducing the …
Read More »NKATI President Urges Strong Global Defense of Pakistan’s Water Rights
KARACHI, June 30, 2026: North Karachi Association of Trade and Industry (NKATI) President Faisal Moez Khan has termed India’s proposed 7,250-megawatt hydropower network a form of “water aggression” against Pakistan. He said Pakistan will not compromise on its water rights, national interests, or food security under any circumstances. Speaking to …
Read More »Pakistan and Türkiye Hold High-Level Consultations on Power Sector Privatisation and Reforms in Istanbul
Islamabad, June 25, 2026 : Adviser to the Prime Minister on Privatisation, Muhammad Ali along with Federal Minister for Power, Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari led a high level consultative meeting with Turkish authorities in Istanbul at the invitation of Türkiye’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Mr. Alparslan Bayraktar. …
Read More »Digital Payments Reach 3.4 Billion Transactions in Q3 FY26: SBP
KARACHI June 25,2026: According to the report, Pakistan processed 3.7 billion retail payment transactions worth Rs168.8 trillion through formal banking and payment channels between January and March 2026. Notably, digital channels accounted for 92 percent of all transactions. Overall transaction volume increased by 9 percent compared to the previous quarter. …
Read More »Pakistan Showcases Cycling Industry Strength at EUROBIKE 2026 in Frankfurt
Karachi, June 24, 2026: EUROBIKE 2026 opened today at Messe Frankfurt, bringing together thousands of exhibitors, industry leaders, and cycling enthusiasts from around the world. The world’s leading bicycle and e-mobility trade fair will continue until June 27. Now in its 34th edition, EUROBIKE has attracted nearly 800 exhibitors from …
Read More »Sindh Police Expands Security Measures, Enhances Crime-Fighting Capacity
KARACHI ,June 24,2026 : Sindh Police has stepped up efforts to strengthen public safety, improve operational readiness, and enhance crime-fighting capabilities across the province under the leadership of Inspector General of Police (IGP) Sindh Javed Alam Odho. As part of these efforts, Sindh Police inducted 25 new patrol vehicles into …
Read More »FPCCI Research Highlights Tourism Potential, Calls for Urgent Reforms
Karachi, June 24, 2026: The Policy Advisory Board of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (PAB-FPCCI) has unveiled a comprehensive study titled “Mapping Pakistan’s Tourism Potential: A Comprehensive Export Analysis,” highlighting tourism’s growing contribution to exports and economic growth while urging major structural reforms. The report estimates …
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