KARACHI :June 8,2026:Sindh is passing through a crucial period. Today, law and order, public safety, investment protection, and social stability require greater attention than ever. Therefore, the efforts of the Sindh government, Sindh Police, and other law-enforcement agencies deserve recognition. These measures show that state institutions understand their responsibilities and …
Read More »Local Mobile Phone Manufacturing in Pakistan Falls 35% MoM in April 2026
KARACHI, May 26, 2026: Pakistan’s local mobile phone manufacturing and assembly witnessed a sharp monthly decline of 35% in April 2026, according to the latest data released by the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority, highlighting a slowdown in production momentum despite continued reliance on domestic output to meet demand. Local manufacturers and …
Read More »S.M. Tanveer Rejects Indicative System Plan
KARACHI, May 26, 2026: S.M. Tanveer, Patron-in-Chief of the United Business Group (UBG) and former caretaker provincial minister, has urged the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) to reject the Indicative System Plan (ISP) 2025-35 and redesign what he called a deeply flawed energy roadmap. In a statement, S.M. Tanveer …
Read More »Desert Atlas: Beyond the Dunes of Cholistan
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 »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 »Muhammad Saeed Sheikh Conferred with Sitara-e-Khidmat by President of Pakistan
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 …
Read More »SBP Receives $1.3 Billion from IMF Under EFF and RSF Programs
KARACHI, May 13, 2026: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has received approximately $1.3 billion from the International Monetary Fund under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF) programs, providing further support to Pakistan’s external financial position. According to the State Bank, the IMF Executive Board …
Read More »Middle East War poses significant risks to Pakistan’s macroeconomic outlook
KARACHI, May 12, 2026: Pakistan’s macroeconomic stability strengthened further in H1-FY26, despite headwinds from global trade-related uncertainty and domestic floods, according to the State of Pakistan’s Economy, Half Year Report FY26, released on Tuesady by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). The Report also notes that the Middle East War …
Read More »Chinese Delegation Arrives Pakistan to Explore Joint Venture Opportunities
KARACHI: A high-level Chinese business delegation comprising around 50 members has arrived in Pakistan to explore joint venture opportunities with Pakistani entrepreneurs and strengthen bilateral trade and investment ties between the two friendly countries. The delegation includes representatives from a wide range of sectors including chemicals, automobile, construction, building raw …
Read More »Standard Chartered Sweeps Top Honors at The Banker’s Islamic Banking Awards 2026
Recognition highlights the Bank’s Shariah-compliant platform across client segments and its sukuk structuring capability across growth markets Karachi : May 8,2026 Standard Chartered has been named ‘Islamic Bank of the Year’ and awarded ‘Most Innovative Sukuk’ by The Banker, recognising the strength of its Islamic banking platform across affluent, corporate and …
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