In a first, Mobilink Bank certified as top employer in Pakistan for 2025 on May 21, 2025Pakistan’s leading digital microfinance bank, Mobilink Bank, has been certified as a Top Employer in Pakistan for 2025 by the prestigious Top Employers Institute, a global authority recognizing excellence in people practices. Mobilink Bank is Pakistan’s first and only bank to receive this prestigious certification, affirming its standing as one of the country’s most inclusive […]
FTT says economic experts should lead taxation policies instead of health experts on May 21, 2025Chairman of the Fair Trade in Tobacco (FTT), Ameen Virk, while speaking to senior journalists in Islamabad, welcomed the Government of Pakistan and the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) for their consistent and determined enforcement efforts against illegal tobacco trade and tax evasion in the country. He termed these efforts “essential and long overdue” and […]
Chinese envoy, air chief discuss evolving geostrategic environment on May 21, 2025Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan, H.E. Mr. Jiang Zaidong called on Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force, during his visit to Air Headquarters, Islamabad. Both dignitaries engaged in a comprehensive and in-depth discussion on a range of matters including corporate-level engagements, defence cooperation and the evolving geostrategic […]
CBD partners with local govt, PMU to identify central business districts on May 21, 2025On the direction of the Government of Punjab, the Punjab Central Business District Development Authority (PCBDDA), also known as Central Business District Punjab (CBD Punjab), collaborates with the Local Government and Community Development Department, along with its Project Management Unit (PMU), to identify Central Business Districts (CBDs) across various districts of Punjab. Chief Operating Officer […]
FAST Cables, NUST host forum on ways to tackle climate challenges on May 21, 2025FAST Cables, in collaboration with the National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), successfully hosted the FAST Forward Sustainable Development Forum-a high-impact event bringing together thought leaders from academia, industry, and civil society to explore the intersection of sustainability, innovation, and industrial transformation in Pakistan. The forum focused on the urgent need for transitioning to […]
Auto parts manufacturers warn of industry collapse under new tariff policy on May 21, 2025The Pakistan Association of Auto Parts Manufacturers (PAAPAM) has raised serious concerns over the government’s newly announced National Tariff Policy 2025-30, warning that its implementation as currently envisioned could lead to the closure of a majority of local auto parts manufacturing firms. The policy, which sets a 15% peak tariff threatens to destabilize Pakistan’s industrial […]
Standard Chartered ‘Global Islamic Finance Assets to Surpass $7.5tr by 2028’ on May 21, 2025Standard Chartered released its comprehensive report “Islamic Banking for Financial Institutions: Unlocking Growth Amidst Global Shifts.” The report projects global Islamic finance assets will reach USD7.5 trillion by 2028, up from USD5.5 trillion in 2024, reflecting the expanding relevance of Shariah-compliant finance globally. In 2024, the Islamic finance industry surpassed USD5 trillion in global assets […]
MG Motors holds ceremony to mark production of 1,000th MG HS PHEV on May 21, 2025MG Motors Pakistan proudly marked a significant milestone in its journey toward smarter, cleaner mobility with the Line-Off Ceremony of the 1000th locally assembled MG HS Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) at its state-of-the-art plant in Lahore. This achievement reflects the brand’s continued commitment to revolutionizing the automotive landscape in Pakistan with cutting-edge technology, luxury, […]
52nd Common trainees briefed on Punjab’s cultural vision on May 20, 2025Under the chairmanship of Secretary Information & Culture Punjab, Mr. Tahir Raza Hamdani, a briefing session was held for the under-training officers of the 52nd Common at the Civil Services Academy. The session offered a comprehensive overview of the Department of Information and Culture, Punjab, and its affiliated institutions, highlighting the department’s strategic efforts to […]
FBR organizes tax awareness session at CUST on May 20, 2025The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), through its Taxpayers Services Wing, organized a tax awareness session at Capital University of Science & Technology. The session was attended by the President Mr. Hammad Qureshi, Vice President Mr. Ammad Azhar, General Secretary Ms. Ammara Khan and university students. The FBR team included Second Secretary (Tax Education) Zafar […]