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

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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

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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

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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

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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 […]

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Pakistan Begins Modern Ship Refueling Service at Karachi Port

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Pakistan has taken a significant step toward modernizing its maritime sector by launching its first fully regulated ship bunkering service at Karachi Port. The development marks a major transformation in the country’s port capabilities and brings local operations closer to global fuel handling and safety standards. The new service was officially announced by Maritime Affairs […]

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BYD Pakistan–Mega Motor Company Partners with Pakistan’s First World Athletics–Certified Karachi Marathon 2026

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Mega Motor Company (MMC), the official partner of BYD in Pakistan, has entered a landmark collaboration with the Karachi Marathon 2026, becoming an official partner of Pakistan’s first World Athletics–Certified marathon event. The agreement marks a significant milestone for Pakistan’s sports landscape, aligning international athletic standards with the nation’s growing mobility and sustainability ambitions. The […]

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Aleem Khan Directs NHA to Establish New Toll Plazas in KP

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Federal Minister for Communications Aleem Khan has instructed the National Highway Authority to begin establishing new toll plazas across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, marking a significant shift in the province’s road revenue and maintenance strategy. The directive was issued during an important meeting in Islamabad, where senior officials briefed the minister on the progress of ongoing infrastructure […]

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BingX Launches Listing FastTrack for Faster and Transparent Token Onboarding

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BingX, one of the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges and a growing force in Web3 AI infrastructure, has introduced Listing FastTrack — a streamlined gateway designed to accelerate token listings while ensuring transparency, security and global exposure for blockchain projects. The launch was announced in Panama City on November 14, 2025. Listing FastTrack aims to reshape […]

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Good News for Karachi Citizens Regarding E-Challan Fines

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In a move that may bring much-needed relief to Karachi’s motorists, the Sindh government is reportedly considering reducing e-challan fines under the newly launched AI-powered Traffic Regulation and Citation System (Tracs). The decision comes after widespread public criticism and growing concern over the hefty fines issued since the system’s introduction. According to reports, within just […]

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Gold and Silver Prices Surge Sharply in Pakistan as Global Rates Climb

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KARACHI: Gold and silver prices surged sharply across Pakistan on Monday, following a major rise in international precious metal rates, according to data released by the All Pakistan Sarafa-Gems and Jewellers Association (APSGJA). The price of 24-karat gold soared by Rs7,400 per tola, settling at Rs429,862, compared to Rs422,462 a day earlier. Similarly, the 10-gram […]

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Dada Partners deliver landmark restructuring for Amreli Steels

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Dada Partners (Private) Limited acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Amreli Steels Limited, in what was one of the largest and most complicated financial restructurings in recent history. The Master Restructuring Agreement (“MRA”) of Amreli Steels Limited was successfully executed on 14 October 2025. The MRA covers PKR 22.6 billion of debt, and has […]

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Overseas Pakistanis Send Record $3.4 Billion in Remittances in October 2025: SBP

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Pakistan recorded a strong inflow of $3.4 billion in remittances from overseas workers in October 2025, reflecting a 12% year-on-year increase, according to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). The surge highlights the continued trust and contribution of overseas Pakistanis in supporting the country’s economy amid global financial challenges, reported 24NewsHD TV on Friday. The […]

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TFS 9th Edition Advances Conversations on Climate, Leadership & Islamic Finance on Day Two

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Karachi, November 6, 2025 — THE FUTURE SUMMIT (TFS) 9th Edition continued its second day in Karachi with a forward-looking agenda centered on geo-politics, sustainability, responsible leadership, and financial transformation. Following a high-energy opening day focused on economic course-correction, institutional renewal, and technology-led growth, Day Two deepened the debate around long-term value creation with discussions […]

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Google Chromebook Pakistan: Chromebook Assembly Launch Marks Pakistan’s Tech Sector Milestone

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Finance Minister Hails Pakistan as Future Export Hub for Google Products Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb praised the launch of Pakistan’s first Google Chromebook assembly line, calling it a significant step toward establishing the country as a global export hub for technology products. Speaking at the Future Summit in Karachi, Aurangzeb highlighted Pakistan’s potential in digital […]

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TFS 9th Edition Re-Defines Direction in Global Shifts, Digital Futures, and Pakistan’s Growth Imperative Context

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Karachi, November 5, 2025 — Following an impactful inaugural session with keynotes by Chief Minister Sindh, Syed Murad Ali Shah; Federal Ministers for Finance, and Climate Change; Governor KP, Faisal Karim Kundi; and corporate leadership, THE FUTURE SUMMIT (TFS) 9th Edition continued its first day with high-level strategic conversations, bringing global context and local urgency […]

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AWS OpenAI Deal: Secures $38 Billion Cloud Deal with OpenAI in Major AI Infrastructure Move

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Landmark Partnership Expands OpenAI’s Compute Power Amazon Web Services (AWS) has entered into a $38 billion, seven-year cloud services agreement with OpenAI, marking one of the largest AI infrastructure deals in history. The partnership comes shortly after OpenAI’s corporate restructuring and represents its first major collaboration outside of Microsoft, signaling a strategic shift in its […]

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President Zardari in Doha to Attend World Social Development Conference

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President Asif Ali Zardari has arrived in the Qatari capital, Doha, on an official visit to participate in the World Social Development Conference, reported 24NewsHD TV Channel on Tuesday. Upon arrival at Hamad International Airport, President Zardari and his accompanying delegation were warmly received by senior Qatari officials and Pakistan’s ambassador to Qatar. During his […]

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From Google Ads to AI Ads: The Future of Digital Marketing in Pakistan

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For over a decade, Google Ads defined digital marketing in Pakistan. Businesses competed for clicks through keywords, budgets, and bidding wars. But in 2025, the advertising landscape has changed dramatically.Generative AI has turned ads from static banners and pre-written campaigns into dynamic, data-driven experiences that adapt to each user in real time. This marks the […]

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Passengers Suffer as Five Flights Cancelled at Karachi Airport

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Hundreds of passengers faced long delays and frustration at Karachi’s Jinnah International Airport on Monday after five international and domestic flights were cancelled due to technical and operational issues, reported 24NewsHD TV channel. According to the airport’s flight schedule, an Oman Air flight (WY-324) bound for Muscat was among the affected departures. The airline cited […]

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Pakistan Awards 23 Offshore Exploration Blocks After Two Decades

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Initial exploration phase to bring $80 million investment; total investment may reach $1 billion Pakistan has achieved a major breakthrough in its offshore oil and gas sector after nearly two decades, awarding 23 offshore exploration blocks to four local-led consortia, some partnered with international firms, including Turkiye’s national oil company TPAO. The development marks a […]

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