Banking Sector
The State Bank of Pakistan will celebrate Women Entrepreneurship Day
KARACHI ( WEB NEWS ) The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) will celebrate Women Entrepreneurship Day (WED) on November 19, 2024. The event
SBP’s Revised SME Financing Limits as a Key Driver of SME Growth
PBA Applauds SBP’s Revised SME Financing Limits as a Key Driver of SME Growth in Pakistan KARACHI ( WEB NEWS ) This notification
Bank Alfalah Partners with Cancer Foundation Hospital
Bank Alfalah Partners with Cancer Foundation Hospital to Support Breast Cancer Patients LAHORE ( WEB NEWS ) Bank Alfalah, a leading commercial bank
First-ever concessional green banking on-lending Facility of USD 54.2 Million
First-ever concessional green banking on-lending Facility of USD 54.2 Million signed between BOP & AFD LAHORE ( WEB NEWS ) The Bank of
Telecom
PTCL Group Reports 15% YoY revenue growth
ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL), the leading telecom and ICT services provider in the country, has announced its financial results
PTCL Launches Pakistan’s First 800G Wavelength Division Multiplexing System
PTCL Group Launches Pakistan’s First 800G Wavelength Division Multiplexing System in Partnership with Huawei ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) PTCL Group, Pakistan’s top integrated ICT provider, has achieved a major
Telenor Pakistan Organizes Breast Cancer Awareness Session
Telenor Pakistan Organizes Breast Cancer Awareness Session, Urging Early Screening and Proactive Measures ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) Telenor Pakistan, in collaboration with Shifa Foundation, organized a Breast Cancer Awareness
Mobilink Bank’s Invisible Heirs campaign bags Digital Nations Video Creativity Award
Mobilink Bank’s Invisible Heirs campaign bags Digital Nations Video Creativity Award at M360 APAC ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) Pakistan’s leading digital microfinance bank, Mobilink Bank, has achieved a significant
Company News
Nokia introduces Private Wireless Sustainability Calculator to help Enterprises
Nokia introduces Private Wireless Sustainability Calculator to help Enterprises reduce environmental footprint and improve worker safety The Private Wireless Sustainability Calculator quantifies private wireless networks-enabled industrial use cases’ environmental and social handprint, allowing businesses to identify opportunities to achieve tangible
FARGO HDP5000e. Setting a New Standard for Retransfer Card Printing
HID Launches the FARGO HDP5000e in Pakistan — Setting a New Standard for Retransfer Card Printing New & enhanced features,
Wavetec Appointed as Channel Partner by NCR
KARACHI ( Web News ) Wavetec, a leading technology company, has been appointed as the Channel Partner in Pakistan of
Commerce and Industry
Islamabad fully understands the importance of event for Pakistan and the region.
SCO Summit: An event of immense significance for fostering regional stability, Nasir M. Qureshi ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) Islamabad is honored to host the prestigious Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) conference, an event of immense significance for fostering regional stability, prosperity, and socio-economic development. We are confident that the agreements and memorandums of understanding (MOUs) formed during this conference will have the potential to transform the economic landscape, bringing new opportunities and partnerships for member countries. With China and Russia’s
ICCI to Foster Business Growth, Job Creation: Nasir Mansoor Qureshi
ICCI to Foster Business Growth, Job Creation: Nasir Mansoor Qureshi ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) Nasir Mansoor Qureshi, President Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Increasing Pakistani exports and business-to-business linkages is important: FPCCI
The meeting of Shanghai Cooperation Organization in Pakistan will be an important milestone: Atif Ikram Sheikh Increasing Pakistani exports and business-to-business linkages is important: President
Breaking News
India supporting criminal activities in Canada. Canadian PM
Canadian PM Justin Trudeau says India supporting criminal activities in Canada Says Indian govt made a fundamental error by supporting criminal activities against Canadians which is absolutely unacceptable OTTAWA (
Pakistan and China Agree to Enhance Cooperation in Various Sectors, 13 MoUs.
Pakistan and China Agree to Enhance Cooperation in Various Sectors, Exchange of 13 MoUs and Documents. Prime Ministers Shehbaz Sharif
Govt wants to install it’s own judicial system through amendment: Hafiz Naeem
Govt wants to install it’s own judicial system through Constitutional amendment: Naeemur Rehman Says Jamaat-e-Islami categorically rejects any such attempt,
The special committee meeting of Parliament ended in chaos, No results
The special committee meeting of Parliament ended in chaos, No results A heated exchange of words took place between members
“The struggle will continue until the Rawalpindi Agreement is implemented.” Hafiz Naeem
Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman: “The struggle will continue until the Rawalpindi Agreement is implemented.” LAHORE ( WEB NEWS ) Addressing an online
Decades after independence, caste system remains a deep-rooted issue in country. Report
Caste discrimination in India poses a significant challenge to notions of equality in modern world: Report Says decades after independence,
Consumers can expect significant relief as power tariffs drop by 8-10% per unit
Govt is committed to resolve power sector’s financial woes and ensuring its growth: Sardar Awais Leghari Says consumers can expect
Broadband / Internet
Pakistani Tech Companies Shine at Singapore Tech Week under Tech Destination Pakistan
Pakistani Tech Companies Shine at Singapore Tech Week under Tech Destination Pakistan KARACHI ( WEB NEWS ) Pakistani companies exporting IT and IT-enabled services are participating in Singapore Tech Week for the first time under the banner of “Tech Destination Pakistan. Muhammad Umair Nizam, Senior Vice Chairman of P@SHA, emphasized the importance of Singapore as
P@SHA leaders vow to follow the legacy of former chairman
P@SHA leaders vow to follow the legacy of former chairman KARACHI ( WEB NEWS ) The newly-elected leadership of Pakistan’s
82% Pakistani internet users experienced service slowdowns in August 2024
82% Pakistani internet users experienced service slowdowns in August 2024: Gallup Pakistan Survey 84% urban residents were affected by this
International News
Israel’s settlement policy in occupied territories violates international law. UN Court
Top UN court says Israel’s settlement policy in occupied territories violates international law The ruling is expected to have more effect on international opinion than it will on Israeli policies Israel has built over 100
Saudi Arabia calls for separate Palestinian state, rejects Israeli self-defense claim
Saudi Arabia calls for separate Palestinian state, rejects Israeli self-defense claim. New York ( Web News ) Saudi Arabia calls for the creation of an independent Palestinian state to protect the rights of the Palestinian people, the
Relatives of hostages held by Hamas storm parliament
Relatives of Israelis who have been held hostage by Hamas militants storm a parliamentary committee session demanding that the lawmakers do more to try to free their loved ones, in Jerusalem. Relatives of hostages held
Social Media
“At Meta, we want people to have safe, positive experiences online. Dr. Priyanka Bhalla
Meta Drives Conversations on Responsible Content Creation with the Pakistani Facebook Community ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) Meta has collaborated with Ali Gul Pir –
Social Champ is ensuring that its success has a positive impact on society.
LAHORE ( Web News ) Social Champ, the Martech startup providing social media management solutions, is breaking new ground in corporate social responsibility and setting
60% people spent at least one hour using WhatsApp in past few days: Gallup & Gilani Pakistan
60% people spent at least one hour using WhatsApp in past few days: Gallup & Gilani Pakistan ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) According to a
Education
Education Fair, Showcase Top Malaysian Universities in Islamabad
Study in Malaysia Education Fair in Pakistan to Showcase Top Malaysian Universities in Islamabad ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) The highly anticipated Study in Malaysia
University of Saudi Arabia announces paid internships for 2024
King Abdullah University of Saudi Arabia announces paid internships for 2024 KAUST Visiting Student Research Program (VSRP) promotes collaboration across a wide array of scientific
93 Pakistanis gets fully funded Chevening & Commonwealth scholarships
93 Pakistanis heading to UK on fully funded Chevening & Commonwealth scholarships British HC Jane Marriott says the Chevening programme helps develop a new generation
HEC announces Undergraduate scholarships for GB students
ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has invited applications from the students of Gilgit-Baltistan who intend to pursue undergraduate studies (4/5
HEC Introduces New Selection Criteria For Scholarships, MPhil And PhD Programs
HEC Introduces New Selection Criteria For Scholarships, MPhil And PhD Programs ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) The Higher education commission (HEC), a statutory body established
AKU hosts math games’ showcase by female educators to out-of-school girls
AKU hosts math games’ showcase by female educators to out-of-school girls KARACHI ( Web News ) The Aga Khan University Institute for Educational Development (AKU-IED)
Health
Unlocking the Secrets to Radiant Health: A Comprehensive Guide
Unlocking the Secrets to Radiant Health: A Comprehensive Guide In today’s fast-paced world, achieving and maintaining radiant health is more crucial than ever. With countless
Aga Khan University has received a$1.5 million grant from Wellcome Leap
Aga Khan University Receives $1.5 Million Boost to Revolutionize Treatment of β-Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Disease KARACHI ( Web News ) Aga Khan University has
Digital Healthcare Solutions: EFU Health and Sehat Kahani’s Collaboration
Digital Healthcare Solutions: EFU Health and Sehat Kahani’s Collaboration KARACHI ( Web News ) SehatKahani, Pakistan’s leading digital healthcare platform, is forging a strategic alliance
Cyber Security
European countries agree on rules to protect smart devices from cyber threats
European countries agree on rules to protect smart devices from cyber threats BRUSSELS ( Web News ) EU countries and EU lawmakers on Thursday agreed
Dynamic laws and policies a must to cope with cyber-attacks: experts
Dynamic laws and policies a must to cope with cyber-attacks: experts ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) Over the years, Pakistan has survived numerous cyber-attacks from
Banking malware threats surging as mobile banking increases – Nokia Report
Banking malware threats surging as mobile banking increases – Nokia Threat Intelligence Report Espoo, Finland ( Web News ) The Nokia 2021 Threat Intelligence Report announced today shows that banking malware threats are sharply increasing as cyber criminals target
Hackers Damage Pakistan’s Tax Data By Disrupting FBR Record
FBR experts are retrieving data and working with Microsoft to restore tax-record and online servicess ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) Website and online services of
Technology
POS Fees Collected Amount to 647.3 Million Rupees, Senate Finance Committee
POS Fees Collected Amount to 647.3 Million Rupees, Senate Finance Committee Briefed ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) The Senate Finance and Revenue Standing Committee was informed that a total of 647.3 million rupees have been collected in POS fees, of which 309.3 million rupees were used for employee welfare. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) informed
SI Global Signs Partnership with Global Tech Company ProDevice
SI Global Signs Partnership with Global Tech Company ProDevice KARACHI ( WEB NEWS ) SI Global Solutions, a leading Pakistani system integration and IT company, has signed a strategic agreement with the global tech firm,
TCL’S Position at the forefront of innovative display technology
OUTSTANDING ACCOLADES SOLIDIFY TCL’S POSITION AT THE FOREFRONT OF INNOVATIVE DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY LAHORE ( WEB NEWS ) TCL Pakistan’s No 1 LED TV brand and top one 98-inch TV brand, today announces exceptional honors obtained at
Reporter Diary
“Theater Camp” (2023) is a mockumentary-style comedy film
KARACHI ( STAFF REPORTER ) “Theater Camp” (2023) is a mockumentary-style comedy film that has quickly become a favorite for fans of witty humor and heartwarming stories. Directed by Molly Gordon and Nick Lieberman, the movie captures the zany world of summer theater camps, where young aspiring performers and their eccentric teachers come together to put on theatrical productions. Set at the fictional AdirondACTS theater camp, the film provides a satirical but affectionate look at the world of theater, filled with hilarious situations and endearing characters. Plot Summary The story follows the journey of AdirondACTS,