The Punjab government has introduced a new initiative aimed at standardizing infrastructure and urban design across the province. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif approved the “One Punjab, One Standard” policy during a recent meeting focused on promoting uniformity in public spaces, buildings, and road structures. The policy seeks to create consistency in the infrastructure of…
The Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) has called on the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to expedite the disbursement of pending tax refunds amounting to Rs. 103 billion. The chamber warned that the continuous delay in clearing these refunds is causing significant liquidity challenges for foreign investors operating in Pakistan. In a…
A notification circulating on social media recently claimed that Atlas Honda had reduced the price of its popular Honda CD70 motorcycle by Rs. 8,000 and lowered prices for other models including the Pridor, CG 125, CB125F, CB150, and ICON-E. The document appeared to be official, sparking excitement and speculation among consumers anticipating a price cut….
Tecno Spark Go 3 debuted in Pakistan from Rs24,999, offering a 120Hz display, 5,000mAh battery and IP64 protection to target budget smartphone buyers amid slowing consumer demand. Tecno Spark Go 3 entered Pakistan’s retail market on Wednesday, priced at Rs24,999 for the 4GB/64GB model and Rs29,999 for higher storage variants. Tecno Spark Go 3 targets…
Apple’s upcoming iPhone 18 Pro Max is expected to deliver significant improvements in battery life, potentially lasting between 1.5 to 2 days on a single charge, according to reports from leaker Digital Chat Station cited by MacRumors. The current iPhone 17 Pro Max is already praised for its impressive battery performance, with users noting they…
Cnergyico Pk Ltd. has entered into a significant 20-year agreement with Asia Petroleum Ltd. to utilize a 14-inch pipeline network for transporting high-speed diesel. This deal, announced in a regulatory filing on February 25, 2026, aims to streamline diesel transport from Cnergyico’s refineries to key distribution points. Under the agreement, diesel will be moved directly…
Maple Leaf Cement Factory posted Rs3.1bn profit in 2QFY26, down 17% year-on-year, as lower retention prices and higher fuel costs squeezed margins despite stable sales. Maple Leaf Cement Factory reported consolidated net earnings of Rs3.1bn for 2QFY26, translating into earnings per share of Rs3, compared with Rs3.7bn and EPS of Rs3.6 in the same period…
PESHAWAR—The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Swat announced Tuesday that annual matric exams for Class 9 and 10 across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa will run from March 31 to April 20, 2026. Students province-wide should sync their prep with the official timetable to dodge mix-ups at exam centers, the board urged in its release. Detailed…
Pakistan’s rupee inched up one paisa to close at 279.99 against the US dollar, extending a 40-session recovery streak in the interbank market. Pakistan’s rupee strengthened marginally on Wednesday, closing at 279.99 per dollar in the interbank market after gaining one paisa from the previous close of 280.00, according to State Bank of Pakistan data.Pakistani…
Punjab will issue Juvenile Driving Permits from March 1 for motorcycle riders aged 16 to 18, aiming to curb underage riding and improve road safety. The Punjab Traffic Police on Wednesday announced the rollout of a Juvenile Driving Permit for teenagers aged 16 to 18, allowing them to legally ride two-wheeled motorcycles from March 1….