A Karachi Podcaster Finds His Voice at Home with Temu
Qasim began to question whether it was worth the effort. Instead of spending hours commuting and paying steep rental fees, Qasim realized he could record his solo episodes from home with his own setup, while still using professional studios when he hosted interview-style sessions. After comparing both online and offline options, he found that Temu, the global e-commerce platform, offered everything he needed in one place.
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Minister propose revisions in E-Commerce taxation framework to support SMEs
Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan announced on Thursday that E-Commerce Policy 2.0 has reached its final stages of internal review and is nearing completion. The revised policy, aimed at fostering digital trade and empowering small businesses, will soon be presented to the Federal Cabinet for formal approval. This strategic update is expected to enhance regulatory frameworks, streamline operations for online businesses, and strengthen Pakistan’s position in the global digital economy.
Mehfooz
GST Hike: Solar Panels, Cars & Online Shopping gone Costlier
GST Hike: Solar Panels, Cars & Online Shopping gone Costlier
How Pakistani Consumers Are Embracing Smarter Online Shopping
As global e-commerce platforms like Temu enter the market, they’re not only expanding access to goods—they’re raising expectations. Pakistani shoppers are demanding more transparency, better service, and stronger consumer protections. This dynamic feedback loop between consumers and the market is reshaping Pakistan’s digital economy.
Pakistan-Kazakhstan Business Forum Drives Growth in Trade and Investment Opportunities
The Pakistan-Kazakhstan Business Forum recently convened, marking a significant step toward strengthening bilateral cooperation between the two nations. During the forum, there was a renewed commitment to expanding collaboration across various sectors, highlighting shared ambitions for economic growth and mutual prosperity.
Applications for the Daraz Future Leaders Programme 2025 are now open to attract South Asia’s best emerging talent
Daraz has announced the launch of the 2025 edition of its Daraz Future Leaders Programme (DFLP, the “Programme”), a group-wide management trainee initiative aimed at nurturing high-potential talent across Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Nepal. DFLP is set to establish Daraz’s commitment to nurturing local talents and building a thriving e-commerce ecosystem in the region.
PTCL Group and PPAF Celebrate Empowerment and Success Through Ba-Ikhtiar Project
The initiative is fostering financial independence and paving the way for sustainable growth of women entrepreneurs through building successful e-commerce stores.
Share of digital payments surged to 84% in FY-24
The State Bank, report said that ongoing transformation of Pakistan’s payment landscape towards digital payments underwent significant advancements as share of digital payments surged to 84% during fiscal year 2023-24.
Adil Aziz
Mastercard and UPaisa launch a new debit card to transform the Pakistan payments landscape
Mastercard and UPaisa – a digital and financial app by U Microfinance Bank and Ufone 4G – have launched a new physical and virtual debit card, advancing the digital payments landscape in Pakistan. Consumers can now benefit from a hassle free and secure way to shop online with over 7,500 online merchants in Pakistan and wherever Mastercard is accepted globally.
DealCart raises $3.0M to empower Pakistan’s digitally savvy consumers
DealCart, a social e-commerce startup focused on transforming the way Pakistani consumers access essential goods, has successfully raised $3 million Seed in a funding round led by Shorooq Partners and Sturgeon Capital.