TCL, Pakistan’s No. 1 LED TV brand, proudly announces the grand opening of its fifth flagship store in Karachi, reinforcing its commitment to bringing innovative technology and immersive experiences directly to consumers. Located at Abdullah Haroon Road, Saddar, Karachi, the new store offers TCL’s complete product lineup, delivered through a premium retail environment designed to…
The Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Industries and Production, Mr. Haroon Akhtar Khan, held an important meeting today with the Deputy Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade of Uzbekistan, Mr. Shahrukh Ghulamov, at the Ministry of Industries and Production, Islamabad, to further deepen bilateral economic relations between Pakistan and Uzbekistan. Mr. Haroon…
Gold prices in Pakistan declined on Thursday, according to rates released by the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association, reflecting a broader downward trend. The price of 24-karat gold per tola fell by Rs3,700 to Rs482,462, while the rate for 10 grams dropped by Rs3,172 to Rs413,633. Similarly, 22-karat gold saw a reduction, with…
National Savings announced results of Rs750 Prize Bond Draw No 105 held on 15 January 2026 in Peshawar, confirming completion under standard procedures officially today. Officials said prize bonds remain a popular savings option in Pakistan, offering secure investment opportunities while giving holders a chance to win cash prizes nationwide. According to National Savings, the…
Tickets for the Pakistan versus Australia T20I series will go on sale online from 16 January, the Pakistan Cricket Board announced on Wednesday officially today. The PCB said fans can buy tickets through pcb.tcs.com.pk, while physical tickets will be available from 19 January at TCS centres across the country nationwide. All three matches will be…
Pakistan’s passport ranking improved on the Henley Index in 2026, rising to 98 from 103 in 2025, according to figures released on Thursday. The latest rankings placed Pakistan joint 98th with Yemen, ahead of Iraq, Syria and Afghanistan, reflecting a modest but notable improvement globally. According to the index, Pakistan’s passport now allows visa-free or…
The United States has included Pakistan in a list of 75 countries facing a suspension of visa processing, according to a statement from the State Department. The pause, announced on Wednesday, is set to take effect from January 21, with no timeframe provided for when processing may resume. A memo cited in the report directs…
The industrial cross-subsidy burden has been reduced from Rs. 225 billion (Rs. 8.9 /unit) in March 2024, when the current Government took charge, to currently at Rs 102 billion (Rs. 4.02 per /unit), which represents substantial reduction of Rs. 123 billion. Industrial tariff (including tax) declined from Rs. 62.99 (Mar-2024) to Rs. 46.31 (Dec-2025), while…
The Competition Appellate Tribunal has upheld the Competition Commission of Pakistan’s findings against Unilever Pakistan and Friesland Campina Engro for misleading consumers by advertising their frozen desserts as ice cream. The CCP had initiated proceedings on a complaint filed by Pakistan Fruit Juice Company Private Limited, the maker of Hico ice cream. The complaint alleged…
Pakistan’s upcoming spectrum auction represents a once-in-a-decade opportunity to materially improve internet quality for the public, provided the country prioritises affordable, reliable connectivity over technology labels and elite-centric rollouts, said Aamir Ibrahim. His comments follow last week’s announcement by the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority that the long-awaited spectrum auction is set to be held in late February. Under a plan approved…