Banking Sector
Samba Bank modernizes to the latest Temenos Core Banking Platform with NdcTech
ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) Samba Bank Pakistan, a fully owned subsidiary of the largest bank in the Middle East (Saudi National Bank)
State Bank’s Reserve To Beyond $20 Billion First Time In August
IMF is expected to disburse $2.8 billion for Pakistan on 23rd of August, which will boost State Bank’s reserves to record high level
HBL Reports Rs31.2 Billion Pre-Tax Profit With 21% Growth In 1st Half Of 2021
HBL Reports Rs31.2 Billion Pre-Tax Profit With 21% Growth In 1st Half Of 2021 HBL becomes the first bank in Pakistan to mobilize
Bank Alfalah launches ‘Alfa Business’ to facilitate Cashless Payments for Merchants
KARACHI ( Web News ) Bank Alfalah has introduced a new service under its Digital Banking portfolio called ‘Alfa Business App’. In the
Telecom
realme Launches World’s Fastest Magnetic Wireless Charging MagDart
realme Launches World’s Fastest Magnetic Wireless Charging MagDart, Being the Industry Pioneer to Build a Magnetic Ecosystem Shenzhen, China ( Web News ) realme, the
Customize your fashion sense with TECNO’s Camon 17
LAHORE ( Web News ) In the current tech-driven era, smartphones have become more than devices just used for calling and messaging. The young generation looks for modern devices that
Zong Brings Amazing WhatsApp Offer for My Zong App Users
LAHORE ( Web News ) Offering customers exciting discounts, Pakistan’s cellular and digital services leader, Zong, has introduced an unbeatable WhatsApp offer for MZA users, as part of its newly
GB Council issuance of policy directive regarding release of Mobile Services
ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) Prime Minister Imran Khan today chaired 12th Session of Gilgit-Baltistan Council. The Council approved issuance of policy directive regarding release of Next Generation Mobile Services Spectrum
Company News
Careem to connect its merchants and employees through Jazz’s communications solutions*
KARACHI ( Web News ) Careem, the Super App for the greater Middle East and Pakistan has recently announced its partnership with Jazz, Pakistan’s number one 4G operator and the largest internet and broadband service provider. This partnership allows Careem
Nestlé Pakistan’s revenue records boost of almost 13%
LAHORE ( Web News ) Nestlé Pakistan’s revenue for the first half of the year was recorded at Rs. 65.8
Nokia Corporation Financial Report for Q2 and Half Year 2021
Nokia Corporation Financial Report for Q2 and Half Year 2021 . Strong first half, 2021 Outlook revised upwards Top-line strength continued in Q2,
Commerce and Industry
FBR has started registration of brand names which is mandatory for manufacturers to sell their products.
ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has started registration of brand names, which is mandatory for manufacturers to sell their products. The FBR on Tuesday issued Sales Tax General Order (STGO) No. 07 of 2021 for licensing of brand name under Section 40E of Sales Tax Act, 1990 for specified sectors. According to the STGO made available to PKRevenue.com the FBR issued procedure for licensing of brand name for specified sectors including tobacco products, beverages, sugar, fertilizer, cement and petroleum products. The revenue body said
Webinar between FPCCI and OCCI with collaboration of Pak Embassy Muscat
ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) Today, Pakistan Embassy in collaboration with Federation of Pakistan Chamber of Commerce & Industry (FPCCI) and Oman Chamber of Commerce
Promoting Women Entrepreneurs key priority of the government – Zartaj Gul
ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) Promoting women entrepreneurs is the key priority of the government to reduce poverty and improve economic growth, therefore, the government
Breaking News
Arab Parliament delegation calls on Prime Minister Imran Khan
The Prime Minister also called on Muslim countries to act collectively to counter growing Islamophobia, evident in different parts of the world. ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) A delegation of
Foreign reserves and Exports have been at the highest level. Federal Cabinet
Kamyab Pakistan Program will be launched on August 9, 2021. The Cabinet was informed that the current account deficit has
Quarantine Rules For Pakistani Visitors in Turkey
Self-paid hotel rates are stated to be approximately Euros 200 per night per person. Those in quarantine can take a
Broadband / Internet
PTCL & PAKSAT partner for indigenization & delivery of Satellite Services in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL), national flagship carrier in the country and PAKSAT, the national satellite company have announced the signing of a strategic partnership to develop and deliver state-of-the-art integrated satellite services in addressing the ever-evolving national needs of private and public sector in Pakistan. Major General Amer Nadeem
RANGERS ARREST CYBER CRIMINAL FROM KARACHI’S ORANGI TOWN
KARACHI (WEB DESK) The Rangers technical team and the FIA cyber crime wing has arrested a most wanted accused involved
Report Cyber-Crime And Earn $10 Million
The rewards are being offered under the State Department’s Rewards for Justice programme. ISLAMABAD ( JAVED MAHMOOD ) The US
Social Media
Cheetay Wins Best Instagram Campaign Award at the Pakistan Digital Awards
KARACHI (PRESS RELEASE) Cheetay won the “Best Social Media Campaign (Instagram)” award at the Pakistan Digital Awards (PDA) – the leading awards for excellence in digital marketing. The fastest growing NOW-Commerce platform was recognised for its nationwide Instagram campaign, #LetsEatIn. The campaign featured diverse influencers, including a dentist, a deaf YouTuber, and a working mother,
Likee Shares 7 Tips to Boost Followers on Short Video Platforms
KARACHI ( Web News ) Likee continues to evolve to become one of the quickest-growing short-video apps of the region,
YouTubers, will have to pay tax to the American govt according to the US tax laws
ISLAMABAD: ( Web News ) From June 1, 2021, YouTubers, living outside the United States, will have to pay tax
Handsets & Gadgets
realme Launches World’s Fastest Magnetic Wireless Charging MagDart
realme Launches World’s Fastest Magnetic Wireless Charging MagDart, Being the Industry Pioneer to Build a Magnetic Ecosystem Shenzhen, China ( Web News ) realme, the
Customize your fashion sense with TECNO’s Camon 17
LAHORE ( Web News ) In the current tech-driven era, smartphones have become more than devices just used for calling and messaging. The young generation
The best smartphone solution in PKR 25,000
LAHORE ( Web News ) Smartphone usage has multiplied many folds over the years. The consumer not only demands the best features in devices but
Education
COMSTECH Webinar on Ovarian Cancer
ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) COMSTECH webinar on “In search of improving outcomes across the continuum of ovarian cancer” delivered online by Dr. Ikram Burney,
Islamic University extends admission date till August 16th.
ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) has extended the last date to apply for admission in more than 100 programs of
Equip students with IT skills to meet the future security threats of cyberwarfare. Dr Alvi
ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) President Dr Arif Alvi has called for increasing the component of hybrid education by the universities to provide cost-effective and
Youth have the power to develop a country and change the fate of the nation. Rehman Malik
ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) Former Interior Minister and Chairman Institute of Research and Reforms (IRR) on Wednesday urged the youth to play a vital
COMSTECH and ICGEB enter into MoU to Advance S&T in Member States
ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) COMSTECH signed memorandum of understanding with the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB), desiring to enhance mutual collaboration
Inclusive education of children with disabilities is government’s priority: Federal Minister for Education
Government pledging support for inclusive education of children with disabilities at Global Education Summit: Shafqat Mahmood ISLAMABAD (PRESS RELEASE) The Federal Minister for Education and
Cyber Security
RANGERS ARREST CYBER CRIMINAL FROM KARACHI’S ORANGI TOWN
KARACHI (WEB DESK) The Rangers technical team and the FIA cyber crime wing has arrested a most wanted accused involved in theft from bank accounts,
Report Cyber-Crime And Earn $10 Million
The rewards are being offered under the State Department’s Rewards for Justice programme. ISLAMABAD ( JAVED MAHMOOD ) The US State Department will offer rewards
World Wide Criminal Web Financial Entities Face 3.4 Billion Cyber Attacks in 2020
Web attacks in 2020 stood at 6.3 billion globally out of which 736 million attacks involved the financial services sector. ISLAMABAD ( Javed Mahmood) In
Ehsaas will invite hackers to identify digital security vulnerabilities. Sania Nishtar
ISLAMABAD ( STAFF REPORT ) SAPM Dr. Sania Nishtar chaired the joint meeting of Risk Assurance and Management, and Audit Committees of BISP board today,
Technology
Nokia achieves first 5G carrier aggregation call in standalone architecture with Taiwan Mobile
Successful trial aggregates spectrum in the 700MHz (n28) and 3500MHz (n78) for the first time to deliver enhanced connectivity and increased coverage Trial supports Taiwan Mobile’s vision to deliver market-leading 5G services to customers Espoo, Finland
Pak, Afg. and China bloc coupled with RCD solution of peace in Afghanistan. A.R. Malik
ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) Former Interior Minister and Chairman Institute of Research and Reforms (IRR) Senator A. Rehman Malik has suggested formation of bloc
Systems Limited is honored by Microsoft for outstanding sales achievement and innovation.
Systems Limited is honored by Microsoft for outstanding sales achievement and innovation. LAHORE ( Web News ) Systems Limited, Pakistan’s leading information technology consulting and services