HBL Q1 2022 profits rise to an impressive Rs. 14.6 billion
Beating historical trends, HBL was able to grow current accounts beyond the previous year-end peak to nearly Rs. 1.2 trillion, 37.4% of the total deposit base of Rs. 3.2 trillion.
Rupee plunges after reports by World Bank, IMF
In a report by the World Bank, the financial institution reduced Pakistan's growth forecast by one percent and criticized the outgoing government's last-minute subsidies on fuel and electricity prices.
Girl goes missing in Karachi, father claims to receive ransom calls
The father of the girl said she went downstairs to throw the garbage but did not return. She has now been missing for more than three days. There have been no whereabouts of the girl.
K-3 Unit of Karachi Nuclear Power Plant now operational to provide power to 4m households
The K-2 and K-3 units of the Karachi plant illustrated the strategic partnership between China and Pakistan with its stable, green and low-carbon energy supplies to Pakistan.
Pakistani startups raise over $200 Million
Sadapay raised a $10.7M seed round just after receiving their EMI license. Meanwhile, Abhi Pvt. raises a $17M Series A round.
Jemima comments on dance videos of PMLN protestors
The video shows two old-aged men dancing to a song with inappropriate dance moves. Jemima shared the video of the dance of the protestors on her Twitter account.
Indian court bars demolition of Muslim shops in Delhi
The petitioner to the court said the municipal authorities had not alerted the local shopkeepers before the razing operation.
Israel’s Ukraine conundrum may have implications for Gulf states
Israeli justifications of its attempts to walk a middle ground on the back of efforts to mediate between Mr. Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy are wearing thin as prospects evaporate for a negotiated end to the war any time soon.
US asks Israel & Palestine to end violence
Secretary of State Antony Blinken calls on both sides to exercise restraint, refrain from actions that escalate tensions
Imran Khan’s Toshakhana gifts be made public: IHC
During the hearing, the petitioner argued that former PM Khan sold valuable state gifts, therefore, violating the constitution. As a result, the IHC judge remarked that no one is above the law.
Talk shows theatrics in Pakistan’s media
The case of electronic news media in Pakistan is peculiar, unfiltered, and often unethical. Apart from delivering news, talkshows are the main source of not just information but also entertainment on various topics and issues concerning the country.
Internet services to be disrupted on the morning of PTI Lahore Jalsa
Many analysts have advised the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority to “resume services in time” or “it will be considered a conspiracy”.