Public holiday in Pakistan
The State Bank of Pakistan will remain closed on May 28, 2024 (Tuesday), being a public holiday on the occasion of "Youm-e-Takbeer" as declared by the Government of Pakistan.
U.S. Ambassador Blome’s meeting with Finance Minister Aurangzeb
The below is attributable to Acting U.S. Mission Spokesperson Thomas Montgomery: U.S. Ambassador Donald Blome met today with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb to discuss key aspects of the U.S.-Pakistan trade,…
Engro Polymer & Chemicals showcased downstream PVC products at IAPEX 2024
According to an Institute of Architects Pakistan (IAP) official, Pakistan's construction industry is moving towards the adoption of modern and sustainable construction materials, keeping in mind global trends and its…
Mohammed Rajpar conferred with the prestigious Commander of the Order of the Crown.
In a recent ceremony, Mr Mohammed Rajpar, Managing Director of General Shipping Agencies (Pvt) Ltd, and Chief Executive of Pakistan Belgium Luxembourg Business Forum was conferred with the prestigious Commander…
Pakistan’s male champions of change devise a transformational plan for gender Equality & Inclusion
Male Champions of Change (MCC) Pakistan’s members convened for their quarterly meeting in Karachi, hosted by Syngenta Pakistan, where they collectively shared actionable best practices on the ongoing themes for…
KATI asked a committee should be formed to solve the problems of industrialists
Sindh Minister of Local Government, Housing Town Planning, and Public Health Engineering, Saeed Ghani, announced the formation of a committee composed of municipal officers dedicated to resolving the issues of…
Dr Farooq Sattar visited a cattle market for sacrificial animals on the Northern Bypass.
Dr. Farooq Sattar, in his media briefing about the market visit, detailed the satisfactory security arrangements at the cattle market. He also highlighted the ongoing efforts of law enforcement agencies…
UAE’s decision to invest 10 billion dollars is welcomed
Chairman of National Business Group Pakistan, President of Pakistan Businessmen and Intellectuals Forum, and All Karachi Industrial Alliance, and former provincial minister, Mian Zahid Hussain, said on Saturday that the…
Innovative Pvt Ltd clinches “Best Performance Award”
Innovative Pvt Ltd (IPL) has once again proven its market leadership by securing the prestigious "Best Performance Award", recognized as the top award of the region, at the Diebold Nixdorf…
CDA anti-encroachment drive lauded
Shahid Rasheed Butt, the former president of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), stated on Thursday that the business community supports the Capital Development Authority's (CDA) anti-encroachment drive.…
Leading Experts Convene in Islamabad for OICCI and Shell Pakistan’s Energy Symposium
Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI), and Shell Pakistan Limited jointly hosted the Pakistan Energy Symposium. This significant event was produced by the Nutshell Group and took place…
United States inaugurates cleantech investment roadshow in Karachi
Today the U.S. Ambassador to Pakistan Donald Blome inaugurated the second Investment Roadshow, supported by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). Fourteen innovative companies in the clean technology sector…
KATI collaborates with welfare organization to empower women in industry
The Korangi Association of Trade and Industry (KATI), in collaboration with the Fehmida Begum Foundation, organized a significant event aimed at empowering women. The event was attended by prominent figures,…
SSGC removes 2,840 illegal gas connections in fresh anti-gas theft raids
SSGC tightened its grip on the gas theft miscreants by cracking down on more than 2,840 illegal gas connections in Karachi, Nawabshah, Larkana and Quetta. In a major raid conducted…
Pakistan Crescent Collective hosts panel discussion at Cannes Film Festival
The Pakistan Crescent Collective inaugurated its presence at the Cannes Film Festival by hosting a groundbreaking panel discussion featuring the esteemed team from Mano Animation Studios, creators of Pakistan's first…
Stakeholders call for comprehensive regulation of trans-fatty acids in foods.
The Transform Pakistan campaign, a collective effort by civil society organisations, including Pakistan Youth Change Advocates (PYCA), Center for Peace and Development Initiatives (CPDI), Heartfile, UNICEF, Ministry of National Health…
Aga Khan University hosts the Ground-breaking SIMPACT 2024 Conference in Karachi and Nairobi
The Aga Khan University Centre for Innovation in Medical Education (CIME) launched its first-ever international conference, SIMPACT 2024, in Karachi, Pakistan, and Nairobi, Kenya. SIMPACT 2024 brings together a diverse…
Mustehkam Pakistan asked the Sindh gov to expedite the completion of the Red Line BRT project.
Mustehkam Pakistan, an advocacy firm dedicated to safeguarding the community's interests, is deeply concerned by the ongoing disruptions faced by Karachi's residents and commuters due to prolonged delays in constructing…
Pakistan recorded a current account surplus for three consecutive months.
Surpassing our expectations, Pakistan's current account surplus for three consecutive months stood at US$491mn in Apr-2024, a significant increase from US$434mn in Mar-2024. This unexpected surplus was due to the…
TCL Middle East & Africa showcases their latest line-up of products in Istanbul
TCL Electronics (1070.HK), the world's Top 2 TV brand and Top 1 98-inch TV brand, recently held its highly anticipated MEA Product Launch 2024 at the prestigious Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus.…
The Coca-Cola Foundation and charity: water to launch a clean water project in the Balochistan province
charity: water, a non-profit organization bringing clean and safe water to people worldwide, has received support from The Coca-Cola Foundation to launch a transformative clean water project in the Balochistan…
German Consul General assured to prioritise visas for Pakistani businessmen
Mr. Atif Ikram Sheikh, President FPCCI, has said that the German Consul General in Karachi, H. E. Rüdiger Lotz, has apprised the business, industry and trade community from the apex…
ACCA membership hits a quarter of a million
ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) has unveiled its latest membership figures: 252,500, which takes its membership to over a quarter of a million following decades of strong growth.…
Zindigi Partners with One Network for M-Tag Top-Ups
Commuters with M-Tags can now enjoy hassle-free journeys through toll plazas without stopping, reducing congestion and wait times, by simply topping up their M-Tag accounts through the Zindigi app. One…
TikTok Launches New AI Content Labeling and Media Literacy Initiatives
TikTok is proud to announce significant advancements in AI transparency and media literacy, reinforcing its commitment to safe and responsible content creation. In collaboration with the Coalition for Content Provenance…