Punjab Halts New Entries for ‘Apni Zameen, Apna Ghar’ Scheme as Scrutiny Begins
The Punjab government has temporarily stopped accepting new applications for its flagship “Apni Zameen, Apna Ghar” housing scheme. The program,…
Category: Economy
Pakistan and El Salvador Forge Partnership on Bitcoin and Digital Assets
Pakistan has taken a significant step toward embracing the future of finance by signing a letter of intent (LoI) with…
Microsoft Shuts Pakistan Office Amid Global Restructuring — IT Minister Clarifies Stance
Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, has addressed widespread speculation surrounding Microsoft’s recent exit from Pakistan.…
Fuel Price Surge Expected in Pakistan from July 16 Amid Global Oil Volatility
Consumers in Pakistan may face yet another surge in fuel costs, with the federal government likely to announce a fresh…
Dewan Motors Announces Major BMW Price Reductions After Budget Duty Cuts
BMW Prices Slashed Following Federal Budget Incentives Dewan Motors, the official distributor of BMW vehicles in Pakistan, has announced sweeping…
Pakistan Looks to Boost E-Commerce Through Alibaba Collaboration
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Meets with Alibaba Leadership Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a significant meeting on Thursday with a…
Laptop Scheme 2025: Central Distribution Ceremony to Be Held on July 25
The Federal Government has finalized plans for the rollout of the Prime Minister’s Laptop Scheme 2025, with the official distribution…
Energy-Efficient Fan Scheme to Launch Nationwide by End of July, Confirms Finance Minister
Pakistan’s federal government is set to roll out the Prime Minister’s Fan Replacement Program by the end of July 2025,…
Revised Withholding Tax Rates: Implications for Prize Bonds and Debt Interest
The government has implemented revised withholding tax rates for prize bond winnings and profits derived from debt or loan interest…
SBP Governor Highlights Economic Stability and Launches Women’s Financial Initiative
In a significant development, the Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), Jameel Ahmad, announced that inflation in the…
Acquisition Alert: Pakistan General Insurance Company Limited in the Spotlight
The Pakistan General Insurance Company Limited (PSX: PKGI) has recently found itself at the center of a significant acquisition bid.…
Surging Prices on Online Marketplaces in Pakistan: An Analysis
Consumers Prices in Pakistan have been taken aback by the sudden spike in prices on popular online marketplaces such as…
Azerbaijan Commits $2 Billion Investment in Pakistan’s Economic Development
Azerbaijan to Invest $2 Billion in Pakistan’s Economic Sector In a significant boost to Pakistan’s economic outlook, Azerbaijan has pledged…
UBL Becomes Second Most Valuable Company on Pakistan Stock Exchange
United Bank Limited (PSX: UBL) has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the second most valuable listed company on the…
Federal Government Implements New Tax Measures on Bank Transactions
The federal government of Pakistan has introduced a new tax regime, effective from July 1, that affects all types of…
Government Cuts Profit Rates on National Savings Schemes
Government The recent reduction in profit rates across most National Savings Schemes marks a significant shift in the financial landscape…
Pakistan Railways Announces Fare Hike Amid Rising Fuel Costs
On Wednesday, Pakistan Railways announced yet another fare increase for passenger, express, and mail trains, marking the second such hike…
Atlas Honda Increases Motorcycle Prices in July 2025 Due to New Carbon Levy
Atlas Honda Announces Price Hike Effective July 1, 2025 Pakistan’s leading motorcycle manufacturer, Atlas Honda, has increased prices across its…
United Motors Announces US 70, US 125, US 150 Price Hike — Latest July 2025 update
United Motors Implements Price Adjustment United Motors has officially announced a price increase across its motorcycle range, effective July 2,…