Banking Sector
Pakistani digital bank launches US dollar account for freelancers
After Hajj card, Pakistani digital bank launches US dollar account for freelancers Pakistani freelancers often encounter obstacles in managing and receiving payments from
Meezan Bank and Mastercard, have announced renewal of strategic partnership.
Meezan Bank and Mastercard Strengthen Strategic Partnership with Enhanced Offerings for Customers across Pakistan KARACHI ( WEB NEWS ) Meezan Bank, Pakistan’s leading
Overseas Pakistanis are invaluable assets to the nation. Akhtar Javed
Bank Alfalah Renovates Protectorate of Emigrants Karachi Office to Facilitate Overseas Workers ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) Bank Alfalah successfully completed a comprehensive
Bank oF Punjab. A remarkable growth of 80% in before tax profit
Bank oF Punjab. A remarkable growth of 80% in before tax profit LAHORE ( WEB NEWS ) A meeting of the Board of
Telecom
PTCL partners with the Pakistan Hockey team to renew the national legacy
PTCL Group partners with the Pakistan Hockey team to renew and honor the national legacy ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) Pakistan ICT services provider, PTCL
Mobilink Bank and CARE Pakistan join forces to empower 50,000 women
Mobilink Bank and CARE Pakistan join forces to empower 50,000 women ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) Pakistan’s leading digital microfinance bank, Mobilink Bank, has joined forces with CARE Pakistan to
Mobilink Bank partners with oladoc bringing healthcare to customers’ doorstep
Mobilink Bank partners with oladoc bringing premium healthcare to customers’ doorstep ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) Mobilink Bank, Pakistan’s leading digital microfinance bank, has partnered with oladoc, a leading
Inauguration of Software Technology Park (STP) Kotli
Inauguration of Software Technology Park (STP) Kotli Another step to enhance Information Technology Landscape of AJ&K RAWALPINDI ( WEB NEWS ) Following the successful establishment of STPs in Mirpur, Muzafferabad
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
Air links between Maldives and Pakistan to foster promote bilateral tourism. Mohamed Thoha
ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) Maldivian High Commissioner Mohamed Thoha emphasized the need for direct air links between Maldives and Pakistan to foster brotherly relations and promote bilateral tourism. He made these remarks during a visit to the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), where he met with President Ahsan Zafar Bakhtawari to explore new avenues of bilateral cooperation. Thoha highlighted the rich trade and business potential between the two countries, particularly in the export of high-grade tuna from
September 6 is an important day in the national and military history of Pakistan.
ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) Ahsan Zafar Bakhtawari, President Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry has said that the entire nation will always feel proud
CCP and PAS to enhance collaboration for competition law compliance
CCP and PAS to enhance collaboration for competition law compliance ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) and the Pakistan Advertisers
Breaking News
PTI leaders demanding the “immediate release” of their founder, Imran Khan
PTI leaders demanding the “immediate release” of their founder, Imran Khan ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) PTI leaders rallied on the outskirts of Islamabad on Sunday, demanding the “immediate release”
Self-serving parties part of problem not solution: Hafiz Naeemur Rehman
Self-serving parties part of problem not solution: Hafiz Naeemur Rehman Says the doors of the JI are open for each
The UAE has become a hub for entertainment for Israeli soldiers
The UAE has become a hub for entertainment and support for Israeli soldiers fighting in Gaza So far, more than
The youth is asset of the nation and crucial role in progress of Pakistan. Emir Jamaat
Alkhidmat Foundation Pakistan organizes medical conference titled ‘MEDCON 2024’ at the Expo Center in Lahore Conference was attended by over
Political differences should not be turned into hatred: COAS Munir
Political differences should not be turned into hatred: COAS Munir RAWALPINDI ( WEB NEWS ) Chief of Army Staff (COAS)
JI is in consultation with traders regarding three-day shutter-down strike.
Govt will bear full responsibility for any escalation in tensions if it hesitates to implement the Rawalpindi Agreement, warns Hafiz
I would rather die in jail than accept the slavery of the Yazid. Imran Khan
I would rather die in jail than accept the slavery of the Yazid of the age. Imran Khan Mohsin Naqvi
Broadband / Internet
TechVue360 Team Thrives at ITCA 2024 Conference: A Glimpse into the Future of IT
TechVue360 Team Thrives at ITCA 2024 Conference: A Glimpse into the Future of IT KARACHI ( WEB NEWS ) We are thrilled to announce that the TechVue360 team from Karachi recently had the distinct privilege of attending the ITCA 2024 conference! This prestigious event provided an exceptional platform for our team to engage with leading
CIO 200 Summit. Lack of uniform policies is a hurdle to economic growth. Azfar Ahsan
ITCN Asia hosts 2nd CIO Summit 200 A roadmap for economic growth should be formulated for 25 years followed in
Zohaib Khan conferred first IT Icon award
Chairman P@SHA Muhammad Zohaib Khan has been conferred the first IT Icon Award KARACHI ( WEB NEWS ) Chairman P@SHA
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
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)
Global Entrepreneurship Conference at LUMS Fosters Innovation and Collaboration
Global Entrepreneurship Conference at LUMS Fosters Innovation and Collaboration LAHORE ( Web News ) LUMS Centre for Entrepreneurship (LCE) partnered with IDEA Lab at the
The government should stop hike in medical colleges fees. PMA
The government should stop medical colleges across the country from increasing fees and collect fees and other charges from students as per the session starting
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
PM Shehbaz Sharif’s commitment to Export-Led Growth. Anusha Rehman
Anusha Rahman emphasizes need for a thorough analysis of the factors complicating Pakistan’s export system Highlights the challenges faced by exporters, particularly with trade dispute resolution under FTAs & PTAs Reiterates PM Shehbaz Sharif’s commitment to Export-Led Growth ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) The Senate Standing Committee on Commerce, chaired by Senator Anusha Rahman
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,
Opposition alliance seeks convening of APC on Balochistan situation
Opposition alliance seeks convening of APC over deteriorating law, order in Balochistan ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) The Opposition Grand Alliance – Tehreek-e-Tahafuz-e-Ayeen Pakistan (TTAP) – has called for an All Parties Conference (APC)