AIIB keen to expand private sector investment in Pakistan
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) here on Tuesday reaffirmed it’s commitment to deepening cooperation with Pakistan, expressing keen interest in expanding operations beyond sovereign financing through non-sovereign interventions aimed at strengthening private sector engagement and widening the scope of development cooperation in the country. The reaffirmation was made by AIIB President, Ms. Zou Jiayi…
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Murtaza Qizilbash Brings Lahore’s Stories to the Forefront as Spotify RADAR Pakistan Artist for Q2 2026
Spotify continues to spotlight Pakistan’s most compelling emerging voices through RADAR Pakistan, with Lahore-born Murtaza Qizilbash taking center stage as the platform’s featured artist for Q2 2026.
Historic Decision to Lift Ban on Converting Residential Plots into Commercial Category in Karachi, Says Kaukab Iqbal
Kaukab Iqbal, Chairman of the Consumers Association of Pakistan, while talking to the media at CAP Head Office, welcomed the decision of the Federal Constitutional Court to lift the ban on converting residential plots into commercial category in Karachi.
Mobilink Bank Launches BiBi app; Advances Women’s Digital Inclusion and Social Impact
Pakistan’s leading digital microfinance Bank, Mobilink Bank, has launched the “Bibi App,” a breast cancer awareness mobile application designed to support Pakistani women through accessible and localized health information. The application has been developed by Aangan, a startup focused on women’s reproductive health and an incubatee of Mobilink Bank’s Women Inspirational Network (WIN) Incubator, the Bank’s industry-first incubation program for women-led startups.
CCP Clears United Ethanol PCRCL Stake Deal
The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has approved the acquisition of shareholding in Pakistan Corporate Restructuring Company Limited (PCRCL) by United Ethanol Industries Limited following a Phase-I competition assessment conducted under the Competition Act, 2010.
Media Has Key Role in Building Public Understanding of Power Sector, Says Awais Leghari
Minister for Energy (Power Division) Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari emphasised the need for accurate and balanced reporting on Pakistan’s power sector, stating that misinformation and incomplete analyses often contribute to public misconceptions regarding electricity pricing, reforms, and sector performance.
Emirates Group achieves record profit of AED 24.4 bn (US$ 6.6 bn) in 2025-26
The UAE corporate tax rate applied to the Emirates Group increased from 9% to 15% this year, due to the adoption of Pillar Two tax rules in the UAE. After accounting for the tax charge, the Group’s profit after tax is AED 21.0 billion (US$ 5.7 billion), up 3% from 2024-25.
Jubilee Life Insurance and Kashf Foundation Launch “Khushal Mustaqbil Takaful” to strengthen Women’s Financial Resilience
Jubilee Life Insurance, the country’s largest private sector insurance company, Kashf Foundation and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) jointly launch the “Khushal Mustaqbil Takaful (KMT),” an innovative micro-savings and protection product designed to strengthen the financial resilience of women from underserved communities.
Spotify Reports First Quarter 2026 Earnings
Spotify announced its First Quarter 2026 earnings, marking a strong start to its Year of Raising Ambition, with continued momentum across the business and ongoing innovation on the platform, further personalizing discovery and control for users.
PTCL & Ufone crowned ‘Effective Marketer of the Year’ in addition to 8 honors at Effie Awards 2026
Pakistan’s leading telecommunication and digital services providers, PTCL & Ufone, emerged as the biggest winners at the prestigious Effie Awards Pakistan 2026, securing eight awards, including three Gold, two Silver, and three Bronze accolades.