Major Investment to Boost Balochistan’s Growth The United States has pledged a $1.25 billion financing package through the US Export-Import (EXIM) Bank to accelerate economic development in Pakistan, with a special focus on Balochistan. The initiative aims to enhance infrastructure, energy projects, and industrial growth in one of Pakistan’s most underdeveloped yet strategically vital regions. […]
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 […]
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will open on June 11 with Mexico facing South Africa at the historic Estadio Azteca, a venue forever tied to football memory through the 1970 and 1986 finals. The match will serve as the first act of an expanded tournament, with 48 teams competing across the three host nations: Mexico, […]
Alarming Waste Generation Figures Karachi now produces over 14,800 tonnes of solid waste daily, surpassing major South Asian cities like Mumbai, Delhi, and Dhaka. District Central alone contributes more than 3,000 tonnes per day, emerging as the city’s largest waste-generating area. These staggering numbers highlight the urgent need for improved waste management systems in Pakistan’s […]
Lieutenant General Fahad Bin Saud Al-Johani, Commander of the Royal Saudi Land Forces, met Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff, at General Headquarters (GHQ) Rawalpindi, where both sides reaffirmed their commitment to deeper defence and strategic cooperation. The engagement highlighted the enduring military partnership between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia […]
Mayor Unveils Vertical Housing Vision for Megacity Future Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab Siddiqui has proposed an ambitious urban development strategy centered on high-rise, Dubai-style housing projects to accommodate the city’s explosive population growth. Speaking at the Pakistan Population Summit, Wahab emphasized that vertical expansion presents the only viable solution as Karachi prepares to become one […]
Historic Cricket Venue Poised for PSL Return Cricket fans in Hyderabad are rejoicing as the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) moves closer to hosting Pakistan Super League (PSL) matches at the iconic Niaz Stadium. The venue, where Pakistan maintains an unbeaten record in international cricket, is undergoing significant upgrades to meet modern standards. PCB officials have […]
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 […]
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 […]
Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon has strongly asserted that Sindh will remain an integral part of Pakistan forever, responding firmly to recent remarks attributed to India’s Defence Minister. Speaking during a meeting in Karachi, Memon emphasized that any such “dream” from Indian leadership will never be realized, and the province’s identity as part of […]
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 […]
Power Tariffs Expected to Drop by 65 Paisa per Unit In a positive development for consumers, electricity prices in Pakistan are anticipated to decrease by 65 paisa per unit under the monthly fuel price adjustment (FPA) mechanism. The Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) has filed a petition with the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA), […]
Pakistan has marked another major milestone in its naval modernization efforts, successfully conducting the test flight of an indigenously developed ship-launched Anti-Ship Ballistic Missile (ASBM). The achievement highlights the Navy’s growing technological capability and reinforces Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening its maritime defence systems. According to official details, the missile is designed to strike both maritime […]
Government Aims to Align Low-Income Wages With Earnings Growth Britain will raise its national minimum wage to £12.71 per hour starting April 2026, marking a 4.1% increase for workers aged 21 and above. The government confirmed the hike on Tuesday, emphasizing its commitment to ensuring fair pay for low-income earners. Around 2.4 million workers will […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Persistent Corruption Threatens Economic Stability Despite IMF Program The International Monetary Fund’s Governance and Corruption Diagnostic Assessment (GCDA) for Pakistan reveals systemic governance weaknesses continue to hinder economic progress, even as the country stabilizes under a 7billionExtendedFundFacility(EFF).Thereport,requiredforthereleaseofa7billionExtendedFundFacility(EFF).Thereport,requiredforthereleaseofa1.2 billion tranche, identifies corruption as “a persistent challenge” with severe consequences for public spending efficiency, tax collection, and […]
