Author: Aftab Ahmed

The Writer is a senior journalist who has worked with Business Recorder, News International and Daily Dunyea
Sports

Pakistan Cricketers Hit by Alleged Ponzi Scam

Several Pakistan cricketers, including Babar Azam, have reportedly suffered financial losses after allegedly investing in a scheme described as a possible Ponzi operation by reports. Reports…

Jan 23, 2026
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IT& Telecom

BankIslami Launches Pakistan’s First Shariah Raast QR

Pakistan’s first digital Islamic banking platform, aik by BankIslami, has launched aikPay — Pakistan’s first Shariah-compliant Raast-enabled QR Payment Gateway. Built on the State Bank of…

Jan 23, 2026
aik
Pakistan

Punjab Expands Apni Chhat Housing Scheme

The Punjab government has expanded its Apni Chhat Apna Ghar housing scheme, extending interest free installment based loans to joint families across the province Punjab. The…

Jan 23, 2026
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Agriculture

Pakistan, Philippines Explore Expanded Rice Trade

Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan held an important meeting with Dr. Emmanuel R. Fernandez, Ambassador of the Philippines to Pakistan, on the special directions…

Jan 23, 2026
rice
Sports

South African Batter Ruled Out of PSL 2026

South Africa batter Faf du Plessis has been ruled out of the Pakistan Super League 2026 season after failing to recover from a thumb injury. The…

Jan 22, 2026
PSL
Auto

Senate Approves Ride-Hailing Law for Islamabad

The Senate on Wednesday approved legislation regulating online ride-hailing services in Islamabad, establishing a formal legal framework to govern companies operating within the capital city. Under…

Jan 22, 2026
Rid hailing
Currency Rate

Pakistani Rupee Gains Slightly Against Dollar

The Pakistani rupee recorded a marginal gain on Thursday, appreciating 0.01 percent against the US dollar in the inter-bank market amid global currency fluctuations. At close,…

Jan 22, 2026
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