Banking Sector
Ufone 4G & JoChaho join forces to transform online shopping
Ufone 4G &JoChaho join forces to transform online shopping experience in Pakistan ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) Pakistani telecom operator, Ufone 4G has
TMB Receives In-Principle Approval to Establish a Digital Retail Bank
Telenor Microfinance Bank Receives In-Principle Approval to Establish a Digital Retail Bank ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) Telenor Microfinance Bank, operator of Pakistan’s
Pakistan, there are over a million deaf children of school age.
Bank Alfalah, Deaf Reach, and TDF’s MagnifiScience Centre Joined Forces to Raise Awareness of Inclusivity on International Day of Sign Languages LAHORE (
HugoBank Granted In-Principle Approval to Launch Digital Banking in Pakistan
HugoBank Granted In-Principle Approval to Launch Digital Banking in Pakistan Paving the way for next generation digital banking and financial freedom KARACHI (
Telecom
Zong’s CEO Mr. HuoJunli reaffirms pledge to invest in Pakistan’s digital future
Zong’s CEO Mr. HuoJunli reaffirms pledge to invest in Pakistan’s digital future in inaugural meeting with Federal Minister of IT & Telecommunication Dr. Umar Saif
A Mighty Price-drop Comes to a Stellar realme C-Series Line-up
A Mighty Price-drop Comes to a Stellar realme C-Series Line-up realme has unveiled new price tags for its mighty C-Series line-up of realme C30, realme C33 and realme C35 LAHORE
Ufone 4G launches end-to-end Digital Lifestyle Experience Shops
Ufone 4G launches end-to-end Digital Lifestyle Experience Shops to boost customer satisfaction ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) Pakistani mobile operator, Ufone 4G has started transforming its flagship joint shops nationwide
JazzCash Becomes First Fintech Platform to Enable SCOM Bundles
JazzCash Becomes First Fintech Platform to Enable SCOM Bundles LAHORE ( Web News ) JazzCash, Pakistan’s leading fintech player, in a pioneering move, has announced the integration of Special Communications
Company News
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 NCR, top provider of banking & self-service solutions globally. With a legacy of over three decades in delivering innovative solutions
MoU between OGDCL and PARCO – New Ventures and Energy Transaction
ISLAMABAD (WEB DESK) Oil & Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) and PARCO ink MOU for new projects, as part of
Emirates to offer daily flights to Toronto from 20 April
Emirates to offer daily flights to Toronto from 20 April KARACHI ( Web News ) Following the breakthrough expanded air
Commerce and Industry
Govt to expanding the tax base & addressing energy sector issues. Dr Shamshad
Dr. Shamshad Akhtar reiterates commitment of govt to expanding the tax base & addressing energy sector issues for a robust economy Says remissions are offered to the investors to increase investment in the country KARACHI ( Web News ) Federal Minister for Finance, Revenue, and Economic Affairs Dr. Shamshad Akhter held a meeting with members of the Pakistan Business Council (PBC) at Karachi. During the meeting, the members of PBC applauded the efforts of the interim government to curb smuggling,
Industrialists demand single digit policy interest rate
Industrialists demand single digit policy interest rate to boost industrialization ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) A delegation of Islamabad Industrial Association (IIA) led by
FIR registered against Bahri Town owner Malik Riaz Hussain
FIR registered against Bahri Town owner Malik Riaz Hussain & others in connection with Bahria Town Housing Society Peshawar Scandal PPC sections 419, 420, 425,
Breaking News
Jammu & Kashmir has never been a part of India & nor it will be: Saima Saleem
Jammu & Kashmir has never been a part of India & nor it will be: Saima Saleem Says final disposition of J&K will be determined by its people through an
‘fair’ elections were possible without PTI Chairman..PM Karkar
Caretaker PM Anwaarul Haq Kakar says ‘fair’ elections were possible without PTI Chairman Dismisses the possibility of the military establishment
We should address cross-border smuggling, monetary policy changes to develop resilience against dollar. Speekars
Capacity to implement & follow through on reforms committed to IMF is crucial: Dr. Vaqar Ahmed Reaffirms SDPI & National
This week, a case filed on behalf of the state against Sharif’s murder was shelved
ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) This week, a case filed on behalf of the state against Sharif’s murder was shelved
Supreme Court’s proposed cause list for the four weeks from 2 October, 2023
Supreme Court’s proposed cause list for the four weeks commencing from Monday, 2 October, 2023 has been issued ISLAMABAD (
Hate-filled remarks against Hindu Canadians go against our values. Dominic LeBlanc
Hate-filled remarks against Hindu Canadians go against our values. Dominic LeBlanc Canadian officials and politicians have condemned the statements suggesting
Pakistan has commitment to enhancing bilateral economic & financial ties with Saudi Arabia
Pakistan & Kingdom of Saudi Arabia reiterate their desire to further improve bilateral cooperation in the areas of trade, economy
Broadband / Internet
ICCI calls for ecosystem to promote entrepreneurs and startups
ICCI calls for ecosystem to promote entrepreneurs and startups ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) Ahsan Zafar Bakhtawari, President, Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry said that the government should take policy measures to create an ecosystem for entrepreneurship and startups that would help promote businesses and revive the economy. He said that Pakistan is a
Revolutionizing Tourism: StormFiber Unveils High-Speed Internet in SWAT
Revolutionizing Tourism: StormFiber Unveils High-Speed Internet in SWAT ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) StormFiber, a well-known fiber-broadband company has unveiled
We will ensure best possible facilities to the youth to raise IT exports. PM Shehbaz
Says govt devises a comprehensive strategy to increase exports & investments through the Special Investment Facilitation Council Addresses National Information
Social Media
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
There are certain things on social media that need to be controlled: Rana Sanaullah
There are certain things on social media that need to be controlled: Rana Sanaullah Decides to consult journalists, stakeholders on social media amendment ISLAMABAD (
Handsets & Gadgets
OPPO Find X6 Pro Takes Top Spot on DXOMARK Global Camera Rankings with Impressive 153 Score
LAHORE (WEB DESK) OPPO’s latest flagship smartphone, the OPPO Find X6 Pro, has achieved a score of 153 on DXOMARK’s global smartphone camera ranking, making
Infinix today announced the launch of 260W All-Round Fast Charger
LAHORE (WEB DESK) Infinix today announced the launch of 260W All-Round Fast Charger and 110W Wireless All-Round FastCharger, alongside its transformative “All-Round FastCharge” solution that
Hot Selling vivo V25 5G and V25e: Treasured by People of Pakistan
ISLAMABAD (WEB DESK) Global leading smartphone brand, vivo has today expressed gratitude for the outpouring of love received for its latest V25 Series smartphones launched
Education
LUMS faculty showcases Project at the 78th UN General Assembly
LUMS faculty showcases Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation-funded Project at the 78th UN General Assembly LAHORE ( Web News ) Dr. Maryam Mustafa, Director, Saida Waheed
IBA and AAA Associates come together to establish a Scholarship Endowment
Institute of Business Administration (IBA) and AAA Associates come together to establish a Scholarship Endowment ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) AAA Associates, a leading real
ACCA’s Highest Achiever: Zeeshan ul Hassan’s Triumph in Performance Management
ACCA’s Highest Achiever: Zeeshan ul Hassan’s Triumph in Performance Management LAHORE ( Web News ) ACCA has announced the results for students who took their
IIUI holds flag-hosting ceremony on independence day
IIUI HOLDS FLAG-HOISTING CEREMONY ON INDEPENDENCE DAY ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI) Monday held a flag hoisting ceremony at New
King Abdullah Campus inaugurated with Saudi Arabia’s financial assistance
King Abdullah Campus inaugurated at University of Azad Jammu & Kashmir with Saudi Arabia’s financial assistance Ceremony was graced by presence of AJK President Barrister
Education Minister inaugurated the Academics and examination Block at IIU
EDUCATION MINISTER INAUGURATES ACADEMICS & EXAMINATION BLOCK ESTABLISHED WITH SAUDI FUNDING AT IIUI ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) Federal Minister for Education Rana Tanveer Hussain
Health
More Than 6 Million People Have Now Died With Covid
More Than 6 Million People Have Now Died With Covid LONDON ( Web News ) The global death toll from Covid-19 passed 6 million Monday,
Fifth wave of Omicron variant of coronavirus was spreading rapidly in country: NCOC
Fifth wave of Omicron variant of coronavirus was spreading rapidly in country: NCOC ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) The National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC)
COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca helps boost Pakistan’s vaccination programme
COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca helps boost Pakistan’s vaccination programme, with over 8.6 million doses supplied during 2021 ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) AstraZeneca has delivered over
Cyber Security
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
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,
Technology
Finance Minister launches “Centralized Gateway Platform” developed by CDC
Finance Minister launches “Centralized Gateway Platform” developed by CDC The platform is envisioned to greatly help financial institutions by reducing the costs and complexities associated with on boarding their
The 43rd edition of GITEX GLOBAL will take place from 16-20 October 2023,
Surge in international demand spurs GITEX GLOBAL, Expand North Star to take over the city of Dubai at two mega venues World’s largest tech and
Xinjian Jingyi Cheng Group Visit to FPCCI and met Amin Ullah Baig VP FPCCI
delegation of the Chinese Electric Car Manufacturing Group — Xinjian Jingyi Cheng Group Visit to FPCCI and met Amin Ullah Baig VP FPCCI A Chinese