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PCB Moves to Ban ‘Un-Islamic’ Sponsors from PSL

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is taking decisive steps to maintain the integrity and reputation of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) by introducing stricter sponsorship guidelines. Under the new policy framework, all future franchise agreements will explicitly prohibit the promotion of betting, gambling, or any products considered banned under Islamic principles. This move aims to […]

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Lebanon PM Set to Unveil Long-Awaited Banking Law Draft to Address Crisis Losses

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam is set to announce a long-awaited banking law draft that aims to address the massive financial losses stemming from the country’s 2019 economic collapse. The move marks a critical step in Lebanon’s stalled reform process and comes amid sustained pressure from the international community to overhaul the country’s troubled financial […]

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Melania Trump Features in Amazon Documentary Trailer Ahead of January 30 Release

Melania Trump, the former US First Lady, takes center stage in a rare public spotlight with the debut trailer for her upcoming Amazon documentary, Melania, set to release on January 30. The teaser shows Trump delivering a steady, unflinching gaze at the camera while summarizing her husband’s political comeback in four words: “Here we go […]

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Pakistan and Libya Pledge to Strengthen Defence Cooperation

Pakistan and Libya have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral defence and military cooperation, following high-level talks between the defence leadership of both countries. According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, held detailed discussions with Field […]

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US Introduces New Security Checks for H-1B and H-4 Visas

The United States has introduced expanded security screening measures for H-1B work visa applicants and their H-4 dependents, significantly widening the scope of background checks for skilled foreign workers and their families. According to the US State Department, the new policy came into effect on Monday, December 15. Under the updated rules, visa officers will […]

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Thousands of Pakistanis Deported for Begging From Multiple Countries

Thousands of Pakistani nationals have been deported from several countries this year after being found involved in begging activities, raising serious concerns about migration practices and Pakistan’s international image. The disclosure was made by officials of the Federal Investigation Agency during a meeting of the National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Overseas Pakistanis and Human Rights. […]

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Diesel Price Slashed by Rs. 14 per Liter as Government Keeps Petrol Rates Unchanged

The Government of Pakistan has announced a substantial reduction in the price of high-speed diesel, offering notable relief to consumers amid ongoing fluctuations in global oil markets. According to the official notification, the price of diesel has been cut by Rs. 14 per liter for the next fortnight, with the revised rates taking effect from […]

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Honda Motorcycles Now Offered on Interest-Free Installments Through Bank Alfalah

Atlas Honda buyers now have a new financing option as Bank Alfalah has introduced a limited-time, interest-free installment plan for some of the company’s most popular motorcycle models. The offer arrives at a moment when affordability has become a growing concern for consumers, and zero-markup plans are increasingly seen as essential tools for easing financial […]

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BML Emerging as One of The Best-Performing Banking Stocks on PSX

Bank Makramah Limited’s stock performance continues to surge amid strategic restructuring and capital transformation. Bank Makramah Limited (BML) has rapidly become one of the most actively traded and closely watched banking stocks at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), driven by a turnaround strategy that has repositioned the institution into a growth-stage financial contender. BML’s share […]

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Pakistan Stars Head to Australia for Big Bash League 2025-26

A host of Pakistan’s leading cricketers are set to arrive in Australia early next week to participate in the upcoming season of the Big Bash League (BBL), marking another significant presence of Pakistani talent in one of the world’s most popular franchise T20 competitions. The tournament is scheduled to begin on December 14 and will […]

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PTA Report: Only 25% of Pakistan’s Telecom Infrastructure Providers Are Delivering Meaningful Progress

A new report from the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has revealed that only a quarter of the country’s Telecom Infrastructure Provider (TIP) license holders are making meaningful contributions to Pakistan’s digital development. Despite significant demand for improved connectivity, fiber expansion and robust infrastructure, the majority of licensed companies have yet to deliver substantial progress. According […]

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DRAP and CCP Sign MoU to Strengthen Oversight of Pakistan’s Pharma Market

Pakistan has taken a major step toward improving transparency, fair competition, and consumer protection in its pharmaceutical and therapeutic goods sector. In a significant development, the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) and the Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at boosting coordination and enhancing regulatory oversight. The […]

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Organic Meat Export : The Compan Secures $5.2 Million Export Order From Saudi Arabia

Major Frozen Meat Export Deal Signed at FoodAg Exhibition The Organic Meat Company Limited (TOMCL) has secured a $5.2 million export order from Saudi Arabia’s Al Abeer Cold Store Trading Company, as disclosed in a filing to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX). The agreement, signed during the FoodAg Exhibition in Karachi, involves the supply of […]

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PM Satisfied Over Measures Taken to Resolve Issues of Overseas Pakistanis

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed satisfaction over the steps taken to address the concerns of overseas Pakistanis, following a detailed briefing from Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development Chaudhry Salik Hussain. The meeting took place at the Prime Minister’s House in Islamabad on Tuesday. During the briefing, the minister outlined the […]

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Meets Saudi Military Chief of General Staff

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif held an important meeting with the Chief of General Staff of the Saudi Armed Forces, General Fayyadh bin Hamed Al-Ruwaili, in Islamabad on Monday, reinforcing the growing strategic partnership between Pakistan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Welcoming the distinguished guest, the Prime Minister expressed appreciation for Riyadh’s consistent support […]

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Arrest Warrants Issued for Deputy Finance Secretary Sehar Mannoo in Bogus Cheque Case

A banking court in Lahore has issued arrest warrants for Federal Deputy Secretary of Finance Sehar Mannoo and her husband, Qadeer Ashfaq, in connection with an alleged bogus cheque submitted to a private bank. The order was announced during Saturday’s hearing, according to details shared by 24NewsHD. The court directed the DIG Police Lahore to […]

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Info Minister Calls for Global Partnership Against Online Extremism at D-8 Media Forum in Baku

Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar has called for stronger cooperation among D-8 countries to counter online extremism, disinformation and rising trends of Islamophobia. Speaking at the D-8 media forum in Baku, he proposed several collaborative initiatives aimed at strengthening digital communication and improving crisis reporting across member states. Tarar suggested forming a joint […]

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IBA KARACHI’S CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE IN ISLAMIC FINANCE (CEIF) MARKS A DECADE OF EXCELLENCE, DRIVING GROWTH AND THOUGHT LEADERSHIP IN ISLAMIC FINANCE

November 21, 2025: The Center for Excellence in Islamic Finance (CEIF) at IBA celebrated its 10-year journey in shaping the future of the Islamic financial landscape in Pakistan with a grand event titled “A Decade of Empowering Islamic Finance,” held at the IBA City Campus. Dr. Irum Saba, Director, IBA-CEIF, delivered the welcome address. She […]

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Corporate Philanthropy in Pakistan Reaches PKR 25.44 Billion in 2024

Corporate philanthropy in Pakistan has reached a major milestone, with the Pakistan Centre for Philanthropy’s latest report revealing that businesses contributed an impressive PKR 25.44 billion toward social causes in 2023. To celebrate this achievement, PCP held the Corporate Philanthropy Awards 2025 on November 19 at Serena Hotel, Islamabad. Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue […]

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بینک مکرمہ لمیٹڈ نے اسٹیٹ بینک کے مقرر کردہ کم سے کم سرمایہ جاتی تقاضے پورے کرلیے — پاکستان کے بینکاری شعبے کی ایک تاریخی تبدیلی

کراچی، ١٩ نومبر ٢٠٢٥: بینک مکرمہ لمیٹڈ (بی ایم ایل) خوشی سے یہ اعلان کرتا ہے کہ اس نے اسٹیٹ بینک آف پاکستان کے مقرر کردہ کم سے کم سرمایہ جاتی تقاضے (ایم سی آر) کامیابی سے پورے کر لیے ہیں۔ یہ سنگِ میل اسلام آباد ہائی کورٹ کی جانب سے بینک مکرمہ لمیٹڈ اور […]