Telenor and Four Brothers Partner for Farmers’ Agri Access

    By Aftab Ahmed | January 29, 2026

    Telenor Pakistan has announced a strategic collaboration with Four Brothers Group to improve farmers’ access to high-quality, certified agricultural inputs, while promoting digital advisory and modern farming practices across Pakistan. The partnership combines Telenor Pakistan’s digital agriculture platform, Khushaal Zamindar, and e-commerce platform 7272.pk with Four Brothers Group’s certified agri-input and seed solutions. Farmers will…

    Pakistan Rises to 8th in Global App Rankings

    By Aftab Ahmed | January 29, 2026

    Pakistan’s mobile app ecosystem expanded rapidly in 2025, with total downloads reaching nearly 3.8 billion, according to preliminary analysis by Data Darbar Insights report findings. The figure represents six per cent year-on-year growth and significantly outpaced the global app download growth rate of 0.8 per cent worldwide during this period. The increase lifted Pakistan to…

    Oil Prices Rise on Iran Supply Disruption Fears

    By Aftab Ahmed | January 29, 2026

    Oil prices rose 1.5 per cent on Thursday, extending gains for a third day, amid concerns the United States could launch military action against Iran. Brent crude futures rose 94 cents to $69.34 a barrel by 07:30 GMT, while US West Texas Intermediate gained 92 cents to $64.13 a barrel. Both contracts have climbed about…

    Zong Partners with Pak-EPA for Major Tree Plantation Drive in Islamabad

    By Aftab Ahmed | January 29, 2026

    Zong, Pakistan’s leading information services and technology innovation company, has signed an agreement with the Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency (Pak-EPA) to launch a comprehensive Tree Plantation Drive across Islamabad, under its Green and Low Carbon Initiatives. The agreement was formally signed during a ceremony held at Zong Headquarters. The initiative was inaugurated with the plantation…

    Gold Prices Hit Record Highs in Pakistan

    By Aftab Ahmed | January 29, 2026

    Gold prices in Pakistan reached another record high on Thursday, with per tola rates climbing to Rs572,862 after gaining Rs21,200 during the day in markets. Similarly, 10-gram gold was sold at Rs491,136 following an increase of Rs18,175, according to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association’s latest rates released officially. On Wednesday, gold per tola…

    Australia Announces XI for First T20I vs Pakistan

    By Aftab Ahmed | January 29, 2026

    Australia confirmed their playing XI for the first T20I against Pakistan at Gaddafi Stadium, ahead of the three-match series starting on Thursday evening. Opener Travis Head will captain the side in the series opener, as regular captain Mitchell Marsh has been rested to manage his workload effectively. Marsh, who recently completed the Big Bash League…

    NADRA Announces Jobs in Islamabad and Gwadar

    By Aftab Ahmed | January 29, 2026

    The National Database and Registration Authority has announced job openings for multiple posts in Islamabad and Gwadar, inviting professionals to join its operations-focused teams across key locations. Applications are open for positions including Assistant Director – Projects, Assistant Director – Revocation, and Deputy Assistant Director – Operations & MRV, aimed at skilled field operations professionals….

    Global Car Sales Shift in Japan in 2025

    By Aftab Ahmed | January 29, 2026

    Suzuki Motor overtook Nissan as Japan’s third-largest automaker in 2025, marking the first time in over a decade that Suzuki outsold its longtime rival. The company reported a 1.4 percent rise in global sales, reaching approximately 3.3 million vehicles, reflecting steady demand for compact cars and affordable models worldwide. Nissan’s total sales fell 4.4 percent…

    Pakistan Bank Deposits Soar 23.6% in December

    By Aftab Ahmed | January 29, 2026

    Banking sector in Pakistan reported significant deposit growth in December 2025, rising 23.6% YoY while increasing 5.8% MoM, according to Topline research. Despite strong deposits, advances recorded a decline of 7.1% YoY, although they increased 10.9% MoM, indicating cautious lending patterns across the financial sector. Investments in banks showed remarkable growth, rising 30.1% YoY and…

    U.S. Embassy Launches Freedom 250 Lecture Series

    By Aftab Ahmed | January 29, 2026

    The U.S. Embassy in Islamabad launched its Freedom 250 lecture series to engage the Pakistani public on key priorities such as entrepreneurship, the digital economy, and critical minerals. As part of this series, Donna Carpenter, co-founder and chair of the board of directors of U.S. company Burton Snowboards, and Samar Khan, a Pakistani professional athlete…