LUMS Law Clinic Launched: Bridging Legal Education with Public Service
The LUMS Law Clinic is designed to equip students with real-world legal experience while promoting access to justice and legal literacy. It supports a range of pro bono services—including legal representation in family and bail matters, and the provision of legal literacy sessions in prisons—delivered in partnership with the Punjab Prisons Department and Women Crisis Center, Lahore.
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Overseas Pakistanis Can Now Register Mobile Devices for 120 Days—Here’s How!
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has the Temporary Mobile Registration System to facilitate overseas Pakistanis and foreign nationals visiting the country. Under this initiative, temporary visitors can register their personal mobile devices for a period of up to 120 days, and this facility can be availed during each visit to Pakistan.
PRGMEA Urges Action on EFS Reforms, Tax Policy Reversal, and U.S. Tariff Impact
Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, and Federal Minister for Defence, Khawaja Muhammad Asif, have pledged to raise the critical concerns of exporters at the highest levels of government. Speaking at a high-level Exporters’ Convention hosted by the Pakistan Readymade Garments Manufacturers & Exporters Association (PRGMEA) in Sialkot, both ministers assured the industry of their unwavering support.
Boeing Confirms Aircraft Shipments to China Halted Due to Tariffs
Boeing’s CEO confirmed on Wednesday (April 23) that China has halted acceptance of new aircraft due to ongoing tensions in the US-China trade war. The announcement comes as Boeing’s shares surged, buoyed by investor optimism after the company reported a smaller-than-expected quarterly loss, signaling resilience amid geopolitical and supply chain challenges.
RDA inflows rise to $10.003 Billion in March 2025
The inflow of remittances under Roshan Digital Account (RDA) has risen to US $10.003 billion by the end of March 2025 as compared to US $9.768 billion by February (2025) end.
PSW, AKS-iQ collaborate to strengthen TBML compliance and fintech innovation
Pakistan Single Window (PSW) and Karachi-based RegTech firm AKS-iQ have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at bolstering trade-based money laundering (TBML) compliance and advancing innovation in the country’s fintech sector.
Bank Alfalah Reports Strong Performance in Q1 2025 Results
The Bank reported a profit after tax of PKR 7.040 billion, translating into an Earning Per Share (EPS) of PKR 4.46. The Board of Directors also declared an interim cash dividend of PKR 2.5 per share (25%) (Same Period Last Year (SPLY): Rs.2.00 per share (20%).
Jazz Hosts Immersive Day at LUMS, Highlighting Digital Transformation
Jazz, Pakistan’s leading digital operator, organized a vibrant Jazz Immersive Day at the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS), as part of a broader awareness campaign to showcase its transformation from a traditional telecom operator into a multifaceted technology conglomerate.
PSX Launches Pakistan Financial Literacy Week 2025 with Gong Ceremony to Empower Financial Inclusion
Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) proudly launched Pakistan Financial Literacy Week 2025 (PFLW 2025) with a Gong Ceremony, marking the start of a nationwide initiative to promote financial literacy and inclusion.
Textile Asia: Pakistan textile sector to get benefits from USA tariff policy
The imposition of heavy tariffs on China and other countries by the USA administration will create a demand of textile, garments and various products in the American market that will provide an opportunity for Pakistanis companies to grow their exports of textile and garments manifold to this market.