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Textile export growth in Pakistan reached 1% in the past ten months

Textile export growth in Pakistan reached 1% in the past ten months

The textile exports from the country were recorded at US $15.025 billion during July-April (2025-26).

SECP Accelerates Digital Finance — Licenses Issued, Backlog Reduced

SECP Accelerates Digital Finance — Licenses Issued, Backlog Reduced

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP)  has taken major steps to promote innovation and digital transformation in Pakistan’s financial sector by issuing the country’s first Shariah-compliant digital general takaful operator license to First Digital Takaful Company Limited and the first Digital Investment Advisory Services license to Wealthbridge Management Limited. The SECP also licensed…

Murtaza Qizilbash Brings Lahore’s Stories to the Forefront as Spotify RADAR Pakistan Artist for Q2 2026

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.

SECP Reports 21% Growth in Company Registrations, Foreign Investment Surges

SECP Reports 21% Growth in Company Registrations, Foreign Investment Surges

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has reported strong growth in company registrations, foreign investment, digitalization, and compliance during February-April 2026, following reforms introduced by the new management.

Historic Decision to Lift Ban on Converting Residential Plots into Commercial Category in Karachi, Says Kaukab Iqbal

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.

Pakistan’s First AI-Health Convening Highlights Gaps in Digital Healthcare Infrastructure

Pakistan’s First AI-Health Convening Highlights Gaps in Digital Healthcare Infrastructure

Pakistan’s growing interest in artificial intelligence-driven healthcare came into focus on Friday as researchers, clinicians, policymakers, startup founders and public health experts gathered for the country’s first national convening focused on AI and health.

Pakistan makes historic debut in China’s Capital markets with first-ever,”Panda Bond”

Pakistan makes historic debut in China’s Capital markets with first-ever,”Panda Bond”

The RMB1.75 billion (approximately $250 million) issuance received an overwhelming response from investors.

Mobilink Bank Launches BiBi app; Advances Women’s Digital Inclusion and Social Impact

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.