Kaifi Khalil is quickly becoming one of the most popular musicians in the local scene, with his music dominating the Spotify charts and racking up over 19 million streams. This rising artist has made a huge impact in the music industry, and his unique style and sound have captured the hearts of listeners everywhere. Khalil’s […]
Saudi Arabia has recently implemented a new visa policy that allows travelers to enter the country with just a plane ticket. This change in policy is aimed at boosting tourism and making it easier for people to visit the country. Under the previous visa policy, travelers were required to apply for a visa in advance […]
As the world continues to grapple with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, many are wondering if and when we can expect another wave of infections. Recently, the head of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in China stated that an extremely high infection rate means a new wave is unlikely. It is important to […]
The World Bank has dealt a major blow to Pakistan by delaying the approval of two loans worth $1.1 billion until the next fiscal year, according to a media report. The Washington-based lender has also opposed the imposition of a flood levy on imports, creating a new hole in an already ambitious $32 billion annual […]
Punjab, a province in Pakistan, is taking steps to curb car registration and token tax fraud with the implementation of advanced security measures. The new system, which is set to roll out in the coming weeks, will use a combination of biometric data, vehicle identification numbers (VINs), and other identifying information to ensure that cars […]
The Federal Government of Pakistan recently announced its decision to relaunch the laptop scheme for university students with a budget of Rs 10 billion. The announcement was made by the Minister of Planning and Development, Ahsan Iqbal, during a ceremony in Islamabad. The scheme aims to provide laptops to 100,000 students to uplift the technology […]
Pakistan’s economy is in a turmoil for the last few months and almost every sector seems to be a victim of it. The recent data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) has revealed that in December, the textile exports fell 16.47% compared to the same month last year. The exports stood at $1.35 […]
The government of Pakistan has taken a step towards improving the financial assistance process for the beneficiaries of Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) by introducing a new mechanism of sending payments directly into the bank accounts of the beneficiaries. This was announced by Federal Minister for Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety, Shazia Marri, who is […]
Zameen.com recently organized another successful Property Sales Event (PSE) in Lahore. More than 45 investment projects were also presented at the event, including Gulberg City Center, 102 by Icon, Beach Resort by Icon, and Jinnah Square Residential Apartments. The marketing campaign launch of Gulberg City Center was also organized. CEO Gulberg City Center Islam Khan […]
The World Bank recently announced a delay in the release of a $1.1 billion loan to Pakistan. The loan, which was intended to support economic reforms and development projects in the country, has been put on hold due to a number of issues that have arisen. In this blog post, we will take a closer […]
According to a source in the finance ministry, the World Bank has delayed the approval of $1.1. bn loan to Pakistan until the next financial year due to tariff revision and circular debts in the energy sector. The source has told Reuters that the loan has been pending since June. They said, “The major issue […]
Mohammad Al-Jadaan, Foreign Minister of Saudi Arabia, said that his country is discussing “more creative ways” to provide support to Pakistan. He added that we are talking to the World Bank and others in this regard. The Foreign Minister also said that Saudi Arabia is revisiting the ways it used to provide assistance to its […]
At the International Chambers Summit 2023, the 54 business bodies from Pakistan’s Chambers of Commerce and Industry agreed to boycott the upcoming general elections if charter is not signed by all concerned political parties. The summit was organized by the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry where the business community also conveyed their concerns to […]
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has recently called for an increase in electricity and gas prices in Pakistan to revive the country’s IMF program. This decision has been met with mixed reactions, as increasing energy prices is likely to have a significant impact on the everyday lives of citizens, especially for those living in poverty. […]
Islamabad, the capital city of Pakistan, is known for its natural beauty and scenic views. The city is home to many parks and recreational areas, but none compare to the size and grandeur of Fatima Jinnah Park. Recently, the park has undergone a major renovation and now features a state-of-the-art cycling track. Fatima Jinnah Park, […]
The Pakistani government has recently announced the cost schedule for obtaining the new Machine Readable Passports (MRPs). The pricing plan for diplomatic, official, and regular citizens has been released. Regular citizens will be able to obtain MRPs when their current passport expires. Initially, MRPs will only be issued in Islamabad, with the schedule for the […]
In 2022, Pakistan’s manpower exports reached a 7-year peak. This is a significant achievement for the country, as it demonstrates the strength of its workforce and the demand for Pakistani workers abroad. The main drivers of this increase in exports are the construction, manufacturing, and service sectors. These industries have been in high demand in […]
Pakistan Railways (PR) is set to receive its first consignment of entirely built units (CBUs) of 70 high-capacity flat wagons from China on Monday, January 24th. The shipment, which was dispatched on December 25th by the Chinese firm, will reach Karachi port on Monday. These flat wagons will be used for the transportation of various […]
In a recent statement, Minister of Petroleum and Natural Resources, Dar, announced that prices of petroleum products will remain unchanged until January 31st. This decision was made after a thorough review of the current market conditions and in an effort to provide relief to the general public. Petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and kerosene […]
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a warning that the ongoing cold wave in Karachi is expected to intensify tonight and continue till January 16th. The temperature is likely to drop to as low as 5-3 degrees Celsius during this period. In addition, the PMD stated that snowfall has stopped in Muree, but the […]
