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Nigehban Cards to Deliver Ramadan Relief
By Aftab Ahmed | January 27, 2026
The Punjab government has approved a Rs47 billion Ramadan relief package to provide direct financial assistance to 4.2 million low income families across province wide. The decision was taken during a high level meeting chaired by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif to review Ramadan preparations and relief measures across Punjab. Under the plan Rs10,000 will…
PCB to Protest ICC as Pakistan Set for T20 World Cup
By Aftab Ahmed | January 26, 2026
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said Pakistan will participate in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 as scheduled, while also pursuing a protest formally internationally. The statement followed PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi’s meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, where he said the matter was being addressed at the highest level. Naqvi described the meeting as…
Daraz Pakistan Launches Support for Gul Plaza Sellers
By Aftab Ahmed | January 26, 2026
Daraz Pakistan, under its Daraz Cares arm, has announced a dedicated support initiative for sellers impacted by the recent fire at Gul Plaza in Karachi, aimed at helping affected businesses regain stability and continue serving customers across Pakistan. Through this initiative, Daraz Pakistan will launch a dedicated segment and page on its platform (app and…
Khushhali Bank Showcases SME Solutions at Expo 2026
By Aftab Ahmed | January 26, 2026
Khushhali Microfinance Bank (KMBL) was among one of the few stalls at the SME Made in Pakistan Cluster Expo 2026 that stood out with its exhibit on small business solutions. Organized by the Small and Medium Enterprise Development Authority of Pakistan (SMEDA), the Made in Pakistan Cluster Showcase Expo 2026 brought together the country’s most…
PM&DC Clarifies Its Inspection and Recognition Process
By Aftab Ahmed | January 26, 2026
The Pakistan Medical & Dental Council (PM&DC) strongly rejects the misleading, selective, and factually inaccurate narrative presented in the press, and clarifies its inspection and transparent, corruption-free recognition process. The reports omit critical legal and procedural facts, creating an unjustified impression of regulatory failure, whereas the record shows that PM&DC has acted lawfully, transparently, and…
OPPO Reno15 Series Launches in Pakistan with Aurora Design
By Aftab Ahmed | January 26, 2026
Smartphones have become more than just tools, they are our companions on every journey, capturing moments, connecting us to the world, and helping us create. One of the most awaited smartphone of 2026, the OPPO Reno15 Series is almost here and is set to mark a new era of Reno, redefining how we see, feel,…
PTCL Seeks Approval to Merge Telenor and Ufone
By Aftab Ahmed | January 26, 2026
Pakistan’s telecom landscape may undergo a major transformation as PTCL has applied to PTA for approval to merge Telenor Pakistan with Ufone operations. PTA is expected to complete its review within one and a half to two months, evaluating the business plan, infrastructure, tower assets, and operational aspects before approval. Following PTA clearance, the merger…
Gold Hits Record Rs532,062 in Pakistan
By Aftab Ahmed | January 26, 2026
Gold prices in Pakistan surged to a record high on Monday, reaching Rs532,062 per tola after increasing by Rs10,900 during the trading day. The price of 10-gram gold also rose sharply, reaching Rs456,157, reflecting an increase of Rs9,345, according to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association. On Saturday, the local gold rate per tola…
Energy Ministry Rejects Circular Debt Claims
By Aftab Ahmed | January 26, 2026
The Ministry of Energy has rejected media reports claiming that power sector circular debt increased by Rs 223 billion during the first five months of the current fiscal year. In a rebuttal issued on January 26, the Power Division said the figures were misleading and based on incorrect comparisons using outdated data. The ministry said…
New Honda Civic Variants Launched in Pakistan
By Aftab Ahmed | January 26, 2026
Honda has officially announced the introductory retail prices of the 2026 Civic facelift models in Pakistan, effective from January 1, 2026, for early customers nationwide. The facelifted Civic includes Honda Sensing as a standard feature in all variants, providing advanced driver assist systems aimed at improving safety and overall driving convenience. Exterior updates feature a…