Zong not fully 5G despite purchasing 5G license, questions emerge over capability
Limited initial spectrum and phased upgrades suggest early 5G may not deliver full performance Islamabad — April 04, 2026: Pakistan’s entry into the 5G era is set to…
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Pakistan’s honey exports reach $15m annually
ISLAMABAD, April 04 (ABC): Pakistan’s honey exports have reached around $15 million annually, fuelled by improved beekeeping practices and high-value varieties. Speaking to Wealth…
Pakistan’s 5G Launch Delayed as Apple Software Update Pending
Telecom operators engage manufacturers as Samsung expected to release update within weeks Islamabad — April 03, 2026: Pakistan’s anticipated rollout of 5G services has…
Gold prices jump Rs 3,400 per tola in Pakistan after previous day’s sharp drop
ISLAMABAD: Gold prices in Pakistan rose again on Friday, with 24-karat gold increasing by Rs 3,400 per tola to reach Rs 490,362, reversing part…
China’s tariff move highlights Pakistan’s export readiness challenges
ISLAMABAD: China’s decision to grant zero-tariff access to imports from 53 African countries has renewed focus in Pakistan on how preferential trade access translates…
Punjab reviews power infrastructure upgrades, orders safety measures for electricity system
LAHORE: A steering committee meeting chaired by Punjab Energy Minister Malik Faisal Ayub Khokhar reviewed progress on electricity infrastructure and issued new directives aimed…
Rs458 petrol set to push up fares, food prices across Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The increase in petrol price to Rs458.4 per litre and high-speed diesel to Rs520.35 is expected to push up transport fares, food prices…
Senior trader Munawar Iqbal appointed Chief Organiser of Citizen Voice of Pakistan projects
ISLAMABAD: Senior trader leader Munawar Iqbal has been appointed Chief Organiser for all registered projects of Citizen Voice of Pakistan, following an official decision…
L’Oréal Pakistan launches ‘Women of Worth’ platform to recognise impactful women
KARACHI: L’Oréal Pakistan has launched “Women of Worth Pakistan,” a national platform aimed at recognising women whose work is creating measurable impact across society.…
Business leaders urge ‘economic emergency mode’ to address Pakistan’s energy crisis
LAHORE: Business leaders have called for Pakistan to shift into an “economic emergency mode” to tackle growing energy challenges linked to global supply risks,…
Gold prices in Pakistan drop sharply on April 2 after record surge as global rates ease
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan fell sharply on Thursday after a record surge in the previous session, reflecting continued volatility in both local and…
FBR targets influencers, proposes tax on YouTubers with 50,000+ subscribers
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has proposed a new tax framework targeting social media income, requiring influencers and YouTubers with at least…
VEON CEO praises Mobilink Bank’s 35% shift to renewable energy in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Mobilink Bank has transitioned 35% of its branch network to renewable energy, a move welcomed by Kaan Terzioglu, who described the bank’s sustainability…
Pakistan tells IMF it will pass fuel price increases to consumers as inflation pressures build
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has assured the International Monetary Fund (IMF) that fuel price increases will be passed on to consumers, while targeted subsidies will be…
Punjab imposes ‘gobar tax’ in cattle colonies to support biogas and waste management plan
LAHORE: The Punjab government has introduced a Rs30 daily manure collection fee—widely referred to as the “gobar tax”—for cattle owners in 168 designated colonies…
Pakistan potato cultivation jumps 160% in a decade as production crosses 12 million tons
ISLAMABAD, April 2: Pakistan’s potato cultivation has expanded by around 160% over the past decade, with production now exceeding 12 million tons, highlighting rapid…
Gold prices surge in Pakistan on April 1, 2026 as global rally accelerates gains
Karachi, April 1, 2026 — Gold prices in Pakistan rose sharply on Wednesday, extending recent gains as international markets continued their upward trend, pushing…