Speculation over Pakistan’s possible boycott of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup has intensified after sections of Indian media claimed that the International Cricket Council (ICC) could impose severe and unprecedented sanctions on Pakistan if it withdraws from the tournament. However, a closer examination of ICC regulations and past precedents suggests that many of the […]
Nestle Reaffirms Long-Term Commitment to Pakistan with $60m Expansion Plan
Global food giant Nestle has announced a fresh $60 million investment in Pakistan, signalling a major expansion of its local operations and reaffirming its long-term commitment to the country. The announcement was made during a meeting between Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and Nestle executive vice president and CEO for Asia, Oceania and Africa Remy Ejel, held […]
Government Launches New Tool to Help Drivers Locate Authorized Petrol Pumps Across Pakistan
Finding a reliable petrol pump during long journeys has become a growing concern for travellers and transporters across Pakistan. To address this issue, the federal government has launched a new mobile application, Raahguzar, aimed at helping users locate registered and authorized fuel stations nationwide. The initiative has been rolled out by the Petroleum Division as […]
Pakistan Finalises Public and Optional Holiday Schedule for 2026
The federal government has finalised the list of public and optional holidays for 2026, issuing formal guidance to ministries, departments, banks, and private organisations through a notification released by the Cabinet Division. The annual schedule lays out national observances, Islamic religious holidays, and occasions for minority communities, allowing institutions to plan operations well in advance […]
Ahson bin Saeed Appointed CEO of Raast Payments Pakistan
Pakistan’s digital payments ecosystem has taken a significant step forward with the appointment of Ahson bin Saeed as the new Chief Executive Officer of Raast Payments Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of the State Bank of Pakistan. Raast serves as the country’s first instant payment system, designed to enable real-time, end-to-end digital transactions […]
New Look for Pakistan’s Currency: What’s Changing in Rs100 to Rs5,000 Notes? – Copy
The federal government has initiated a major overhaul of Pakistan’s paper currency, formally approving the redesign of several high-value banknotes as part of a broader effort to modernize the country’s monetary system. The decision was finalized during a federal cabinet meeting held in Islamabad, presided over by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, where the finance ministry […]
New Look for Pakistan’s Currency: What’s Changing in Rs100 to Rs5,000 Notes?
The federal government has initiated a major overhaul of Pakistan’s paper currency, formally approving the redesign of several high-value banknotes as part of a broader effort to modernize the country’s monetary system. The decision was finalized during a federal cabinet meeting held in Islamabad, presided over by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, where the finance ministry […]
Japan Announces MEXT Teachers Training Scholarship 2026 for Pakistani Educators
The Embassy of Japan in Pakistan has opened applications for the Teachers Training Scholarship 2026 under Japan’s prestigious MEXT program, offering Pakistani educators an opportunity to receive advanced professional training in Japan. The scholarship targets Pakistani teachers with at least five years of teaching experience at the primary or secondary level, whether in public or […]
How Pornographic Content Led to 88,000 Website Bans in Pakistan
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has blocked more than 88,000 illegal website links during 2024 and 2025, reflecting an intensified regulatory drive to curb unlawful and harmful online content across digital platforms. Official figures show that over 88,000 URLs were restricted as part of the regulator’s ongoing efforts to enforce national laws and maintain digital […]
Good News for Small Businesses in Pakistan: PM Orders Easier Loans for SMEs
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday directed relevant institutions to fast-track measures that make bank financing more accessible for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), signaling renewed government focus on strengthening one of Pakistan’s most important economic sectors. The directive was issued during a high-level meeting convened to review the business plan of the Small and […]