Engro’s tower sharing deal shows Pakistan is open for business: Samad Dawood
Last week, Engro Corporation announced a strategic partnership with Pakistan Mobile Communications Limited (“Jazz”) and its parent company VEON Group, to expand Engro’s footprint in the mobile tower-sharing business. Vice Chairman of Dawood Hercules Corporation Samad Dawood acknowledged the government’s efforts on the economic front, and said that Pakistan has successfully achieved macroeconomic stability and…
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Researchers and Experts from Across the Globe to Gather at LUMS for Dialogue on Governance and Inclusion
The Pathways to Development Conference is returning for its third year and will be hosted at LUMS from December 16–18. The flagship 3-day event promises to feature in-depth dialogue with scholars, policymakers, and practitioners from across the world on critical challenges faced by developing economies. This annual event is jointly organised by the Chaudhry Nazar…
DRAP, BOI, MOFA to be integrated with PSW: Asim Awan
Pakistan Single Window (PSW) is in the process of integration with DRAP, BoI, Foreign ministry and private sector service providers to ensure provision of the most efficient, hassle-free and speedy service to the business community. Pakistan Single Window (PSW) is in the process of integration with DRAP, BoI, Foreign ministry and private sector service providers…
Talha Anjum Takes the Crown of Spotify Wrapped 2024 Pakistan’s Top Artists
potify has unveiled Your Spotify Wrapped 2024, showcasing the sounds that defined the year both globally and in Pakistan. This year’s Wrapped data celebrates the artists, songs, and trends that made 2024 a record-breaking, culture-shaping, and fandom-inspiring year in music.
KCCI for immediate withdrawal of MRP regulation on imported tea
President Karachi Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI) Muhammad Jawed Bilwani, in response to concerns expressed by the Pakistan Tea Association (PTA) over fixation of Minimum Retail Price (MRP) of Rs.1200 per kg flat rate on the import of black tea in bulk for further sales tax and withholding tax, urged the government to withdraw this unjust regulation immediately, stating that this measure would not only penalize legitimate importers by forcing them to pay higher taxes but also make tea expensive, particularly for the poor segment of society.
Mobilink Bank named ‘Best Microfinance Bank’ at Pakistan Banking Awards 2024
Pakistan’s leading digital microfinance institution, Mobilink Bank was honored as the ‘Best Microfinance Bank’ at the Pakistan Banking Awards 2024. The recognition highlights the Bank’s pivotal role in advancing financial inclusion and digital empowerment, and underscores its prowess in leveraging innovative fintech solutions to shape a digitally future-ready Pakistan.
Karachi’s Businessmen announced to established Air Karachi
Atif Ikram Sheikh, President of the FPCCI, announced a game-changing initiative for Pakistan’s aviation industry. A strategic alliance of top businessmen has been formed to launch a much-needed world-class airline, named Air Karachi, with its head office based in Karachi. This mega-venture is a collaborative effort by prominent business leaders and corporate investors, including Mr. Atif Ikram Sheikh as a major shareholder.
Beware! SECP Issues Warning on ‘IGIL Securities’ Fraudulent Activities
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has identified another illegal trading platform operating under the name “IGIL Securities”.
Bank branches to remain open for Collect Hajj Applications on Saturday and Sunday
In order to facilitate the intending pilgrims to deposit Hajj applications along with dues for Hajj 2025, State Bank of Pakistan on the request of Ministry of Religious Affairs & Interfaith Harmony has directed 15 designated banks to keep their concerned branches open from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 30, 2024 and Sunday, December 1, 2024 throughout the country.
AGTL Partners with Punjab Government on Landmark Green Tractor Scheme
Al-Ghazi Tractors Limited (AGTL) is proud to announce the signing of a historic agreement with the Punjab Government for the Chief Minister Green Tractor Scheme, marking a significant milestone in agricultural mechanization across the province. The agreement was signed in the presence of Minister for Agriculture Punjab, Syed Muhammad Ashiq Hussain Shah Karmani, and Secretary Agriculture Punjab, Mr. Iftakhar Ali Sahoo.