Pakistan integrates 12,800+ retailers into digital POS system to meet IMF target
Pakistan has linked more than 12,800 large retailers to a digital point-of-sale (POS) system as part of reforms tied to International Monetary Fund (IMF) commitments, the Federal Board of Revenue…
China’s innovation push seen as opportunity for Pakistan’s industrial upgrade
ISLAMABAD, March 24: China’s innovation-driven development strategy under its 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030) is opening new opportunities for Pakistan to strengthen its industrial base and improve export competitiveness, according to…
Gold rebounds sharply in Pakistan as per tola rate jumps Rs16,300
Gold prices in Pakistan recorded a strong recovery, with the per tola rate rising by Rs16,300 to Rs464,062, according to the All Pakistan Sarafa Association. The increase comes a day…
CBD Punjab drives urban transformation with focus on connectivity, investment and innovation
LAHORE: The Central Business District Punjab (CBD Punjab) is emerging as a key driver of urban development in the province, with authorities focusing on infrastructure, investment and technology-led growth to…
SadaPay app goes offline after drone strikes disrupt Bahrain infrastructure
Pakistan-based fintech SadaPay said its app went offline for all users on Tuesday after infrastructure in Bahrain, where its cloud services are hosted, was disrupted following recent drone strikes. The…
Iran shop offers “pay later” system during Week of National Unity
A small grocery shop in Iran has gained attention during the country’s “Week of National Unity” for introducing a “take what you need, pay later” system to support families struggling…
President approves military awards for armed forces personnel: ISPR
Rawalpindi, 24 March 2026: The President of Pakistan has been pleased to grant the Military awards to the officers and soldiers of Pakistan Army, Navy and Air Force. 11 Sitara-i-Basalat,…
Pakistan ranked most polluted country in 2025, IQAir report shows
Pakistan ranked as the most polluted country in 2025, with average PM2.5 concentrations recorded at levels up to 13 times higher than World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines, according to an…
Sahibzada Farhan named ICC Player of the Month after record T20 World Cup performance
Pakistan opener Sahibzada Farhan has been named ICC Player of the Month for February 2026 following his standout performances in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, where he set new…
Iran fires missiles at Israel as Tehran rejects US talks, tensions escalate
Iran launched multiple waves of missiles at Israel on Tuesday, setting off air raid sirens in cities including Tel Aviv and causing damage to residential buildings, according to Israeli authorities.…
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