The last IMF tranche will be the first test of the new government
Former President of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), Dr Shahid Rasheed Butt, said on Monday that getting the final instalment from the IMF will be the new…
Alternative Lifestyle Festival highlights alternate choices for a sustainable future
SEED Ventures, through its What's The Alternative (WTA) initiative, orchestrated the Alternative Lifestyle Festival in Karachi, Pakistan. The event served as a vibrant platform, uniting individuals in their pursuit of…
Pakistan Elections 2024 – Markets suspect a high chance of a coalition government
After many uncertainties, Pakistan Elections are all set for February 8, 2024, to elect representatives for the National and Provincial Assemblies for the next five years (2024-2029). Many political experts…
Karachi will host an internationally certified marathon for the first time.
The city of lights, Karachi, will host the internationally certified marathon in Pakistan for the first time on June 28. Hundreds of runners, including national and international athletes, are expected…
easypaisa empowers women with first-ever audio Nikahnama in Pakistan
easypaisa has just created ripples across the financial services industry. In a historic move that shatters taboos and empowers women, Pakistan's leading digital financial services platform has unveiled the "easypaisa…
Pakistan local cement dispatches to fall in January 2024
The All Pakistan Cement Manufacturers Associations (APCMA) has yet to issue January 2024 cement dispatch data about local consumption and export. However, Topline Pakistan Research has forecasted that Pakistan's total…
ACCA Pakistan converges thought leaders at “Pakistan Leadership Conversation 2024”
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), successfully hosted its Pakistan Leadership Conference 2024 in Lahore, Karachi, and Islamabad. Themed "Being Bold: Managing Multiple Priorities – Climate, Talent, and Tech,"…
WCCI Malir and Iqra University to foster entrepreneurship among youth
Karachi Women Chamber of Commerce & Industry Malir (KWCCI) and Iqra University Airport Campus have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at providing technical training to the youth,…
Three days, the 9th Mega Leather Show kicks off at Lahore Expo Centre today.
The 9th Mega Leather 2024 show commenced at the Expo Centre, promising three days of unparalleled insight into the dynamic leather industry. Scheduled to culminate on the 28th of January,…
Pakistan Refinery unveils 1.7 billion brownfield refinery expansion plan in Karachi.
Tariq Kirmani, Chairman of Pakistan Refinery Limited (PRL) and Zahid Mir, Managing Director/CEO of PRL, have shared the salient feature of the PRL expansion project, costing US$1.7 billion at the…
Maersk names the first vessel of its large methanol-enabled fleet “Ane Maersk.”
The world's first large methanol-enabled container vessel was named "Ane Mærsk" at a ceremony in the HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HD HHI) shipyard in Ulsan, South Korea. The ship is…
The economic situation will improve after the elections.
Former President of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), Dr. Shahid Rasheed Butt, said on Friday that the economic situation will improve after elections as PML-N is expected…
Pakistan is ignoring the benefits of the youth’s potential.
Brig. (retd) Aslam Khan, Chairman of Pakistan Economy Watch (PEW), said on Friday that Pakistan is blessed with a sizeable youth population, which can benefit greatly. However, he said, such…
EFU General brings insurance round the clock
EFU General Insurance Ltd. brings a mobile app to deliver a premium customer experience with enhanced accessibility for purchasing and managing motor and travel insurance policies at any hour of…
SMK Paracha Association will continue financial support for members amid economic challenges
SMK Paracha Association organised a meeting that brought together a distinguished group of members acknowledged for their outstanding contributions to humanitarian services. The event witnessed the participation of notable individuals,…
President FBATI urges reduced power tariff to revive economic activities
President Federal B Area Trade and Industries (FBATI), Syed Raza Hussain, said the decision to cut down the power tariff by 7 cents will give a little relief to industrial…
PTCL Group renews partnership with SNGPL for cellular services
Pakistan's largest telecommunications and integrated ICT services provider, PTCL Group (PTCL & Ufone 4G), and largest integrated gas company of Pakistan, SNGPL have renewed their partnership for the continued provision…
Sightsavers set up free eye testing camp to ensure quality education
As the World marks the international day of education, an international non-profit making organization, Sightsavers, joined hands with the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training to commemorate the day…
Majority expect “No Change” in interest rate despite falling yields
SBP's next Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting will be held on Jan 29, 2024. In order to gauge the view on monetary policy outlook, Topline Research conducted a poll of…
GTR Tyre presents Kaliwali Zalmi Cricket League Season 3
The Kaliwal Zalmi League Season 3, proudly presented by GTR Tyre, has culminated in an extraordinary cricketing spectacle, showcasing the raw talent and passion that define the heart of cricket…
SBP received IMF tranche under SBA
The total liquid foreign reserves held by the country stood at US$ 13,341.4 million as of 19-Jan-2024. The break-up of the foreign reserves position is as under: Foreign reserves held…
Faysal Bank and OPay collaborate for expanding digital merchant acceptance across Pakistan
Faysal Bank Limited, a leading Islamic financial institution known for its commitment to technological innovation with Sharia compliance, announced a strategic collaboration with OPay, a global fintech giant with a…
‘Intikhabi Mela’ – Expressing democracy through art, technology, and civic engagement
The 'Intikhabi Mela,' an event organized by Code for Pakistan, was held on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at the Business Incubation Center of the University of Peshawar. This event, part of…
Careem launches “Madinah Tour” service
Careem, the region's leading multi-service app, announced today the launch of the "Madinah Tour" service in partnership with the Madinah Development Authority. The announcement was made following a signing ceremony…
Former KATI President urges State Bank to slash interest rates for industrial growth
Sheikh Umar Rehan, the former President of the Korangi Association of Trade and Industry (KATI), has emphasized the critical need for the State Bank to reduce the prevailing high interest…