Pakistan has taken a historic step in reforming its skills development and human capital financing by launching the country’s first-ever Pakistan Skills Impact Bond, backed by a Rs. 1 billion government guarantee from the Ministry of Finance. This innovative initiative marks a major shift from traditional government-funded training programmes to a results-based, private-capital-driven model. The…
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has emerged as a major buyer of foreign currency in the domestic interbank market over the past 16 months, purchasing nearly $10 billion worth of dollars between June 2024 and September 2025. According to official data released by the central bank, SBP bought a net $9.7 billion during this…
Concerns have spread rapidly among solar consumers across Pakistan after reports suggested that electricity distribution companies (DISCOs) had stopped accepting new net metering applications. This created confusion and anxiety, especially at a time when thousands of households and businesses are switching to solar energy to reduce rising electricity bills. To address these concerns, the National…
Honda Atlas Cars Pakistan has officially announced booking prices for its updated Honda Civic lineup in Pakistan for 2026, introducing a minor facelift, RS badging, and making Honda Sensing standard across all variants. This update marks a major step toward advanced safety, premium design, and smarter driving features in Pakistan’s sedan market. Bookings for the…
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has intensified its enforcement drive by sealing two sugar mills in Central Punjab after uncovering serious violations of Pakistan’s tax laws. The action, announced on December 30, 2025, is part of the government’s zero-tolerance policy against tax evasion and persistent non-compliance in high-risk sectors. According to an official FBR…
The Maryam Nawaz Pink Scooty Scheme 2026 is a landmark initiative launched by the Government of Punjab to promote women empowerment, safe mobility, and financial independence. Under this scheme, thousands of women across Punjab will receive free or highly subsidized pink scooters, helping them overcome daily transportation challenges. For years, lack of safe and affordable…
The Pakistan Banks Association (PBA) has entered a new phase of leadership and governance after electing a 16-member Executive Committee, marking a significant step toward greater inclusivity, broader industry representation, and modern governance in Pakistan’s banking sector. Following the elections, the newly formed Executive Committee unanimously elected Mr. Zafar Masud, President and Chief Executive Officer…
To modernise agriculture and reduce farmers’ dependence on expensive diesel and electricity, the Government of Punjab has officially launched the Solar Tubewell Scheme 2026 under the Chief Minister Solarization Program for Agricultural Tubewells. This expanded initiative aims to provide heavy subsidies of up to 75%–80% to farmers for converting their diesel or electric tubewells to…
TECNO, a globally recognized smartphone brand known for bringing premium technology at affordable prices, is making a strong presence at Qist Bazaar 2025, currently taking place at Expo Center Karachi, Hall No. 5. From December 26 to December 28, 2025, smartphone buyers across Pakistan are getting a golden opportunity to experience, test, and buy TECNO…
Test cricket in 2025 once again proved why it is considered the purest and toughest format of the game. Across England, Australia, Asia, and beyond, the year delivered unforgettable performances, record-breaking innings, and match-winning spells that defined careers and shaped legacies. From dominant batters piling on runs in challenging conditions to bowlers terrorizing lineups with…
Technology giant Asus has officially denied rumors claiming it plans to manufacture its own RAM chips, calling the widely circulated reports false and misleading. The clarification comes at a time when the global memory shortage has significantly pushed up prices of DDR5 DRAM chips, causing confusion and speculation across the PC hardware industry. According to…
Lionel Messi has once again made history by being named the Greatest Athlete of the 21st Century by a renowned Canadian magazine, Le Journal de Québec. This recognition places Messi above legendary athletes from multiple sports, including football, basketball, tennis, swimming, athletics, and American football. The announcement has sparked global discussion, but for millions of…
Oppo is reportedly preparing to expand its popular K Turbo smartphone series with the launch of the Oppo K15 Turbo and Oppo K15 Turbo Pro, which will succeed the earlier K13 Turbo lineup. Although Oppo has not officially confirmed the devices yet, fresh leaks have revealed important details about the Oppo K15 Turbo Pro, including…
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced a major relief measure for the people and traders of Gilgit-Baltistan by allowing tax-free imports from China through the Customs Dry Port Sost. Under this new notification, selected Chinese goods imported for consumption within Gilgit-Baltistan will be exempted from sales tax, income tax, and federal excise duty…
The Boxing Day Ashes Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) once again proved that Test cricket is far from losing its magic. In an era dominated by T20 leagues, franchise cricket, and fast-paced entertainment, nearly 100,000 passionate fans packed the stadium to witness one of cricket’s most historic rivalries. A massive crowd of 93,442…
Pakistan has officially met another major condition of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) program by exiting the wheat procurement system. The federal government will no longer purchase wheat directly from farmers, and the long-standing wheat support price system has also been abolished. This is one of the biggest structural policy changes in the country’s food…
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