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Governor SBP launches new initiatives to advance fintech in Pakistan

The State Bank of Pakistan on 2nd August has launched two initiatives which would facilitate the introduction of digital financial products and services by financial institutions. These were announced by the governor state bank at the 5th stakeholder meeting of the digital financial services.

Benazir Bhutto, Nawaz Sharif offered me party tickets: PM Imran Khan

When PM Khan entered into politics, both Benazir Bhutto and Nawaz Sharif were his friends, and they offered him party tickets. However, PM Imran Khan was against their corruption and did not accept their offer.

Why did Russia and Turkey set sights on a war-torn Syria?

Russia and Turkey have always been like two sides of the same coin when it came to their intervention in Syria. Both the countries...

India turned Kashmir into ‘planet’s largest concentration camp’: FM

The foreign minister said two years on, the Kashmiris continued to languish in the “largest concentration camp on the planet”.

Abdul Qayyum Niazi confirmed as the new Prime Minister of AJK

After interviewing a total of five candidates, PM Khan nominates Abdul Qayyum Niazi as PTI’s candidate for the new prime minister of Azad Jammu and Kashmir. According to Minister Fawad Chaudhry, Abdul Qayyum Niazi is a dynamic and genuine political activist whose heart beats for the people.

India refuses to welcome 5 foreign journalists ahead of AJK assembly inaugural

A country that wants to sell itself as a champion of democracy has barred 5 independent journalists from entering Pakistani grounds. It is no surprise seeing India kept tabs on over 40 journalists via Pegasus, so where is the Freedom of Expression?

Cement sales fell by 19pc in July

The market-leading cement sector saw a 19 percent decrease in sales during the month of July due to the monsoon season and Eid Holidays, the All Pakistan Cement Manufacturers Association reported. On the other hand, the coal sector prices remain elevated.

Umar Akmal to resume club cricket after rehabilitation

According to PCB, Umar Akmal has made significant changes in his behavior and has shown co-operation with the rehabilitation team. Due to his efforts, the rehabilitation period will end next month after which he will be able to participate in the domestic 2021-22 cricket season.

Turkey rejects ‘irresponsible decision’ taken by US on Afghan refugees

The US recently announced that third countries will help it in facilitating the Afghan refugees' immigration process. The third countries also include Turkey. However, Turkey firmly rejected the US proposal by saying that it should not expect the Turkish nation to bear the burden of the migration crises.

Rawalpindi gets largest eye hospital in Asia?

Deemed as Asia’s largest Eye Hospital, Al Shifa establishment has finally announced that the Rawalpindi Eye Hospital has entered its operational phase.  The project...

40 civilians killed as Afghan army battles Taliban for control of besieged city

With the Taliban taking control of a strategic city Lashkar Gah, the Afghan army on Tuesday flagged a major counter-offensive. The Army ordered an evacuation for residents of the area however, according to the UN, at least 40 civilians had been killed in Lashkar Gah in the previous 24 hours.

Pakistan’s reserves to reach record high by addition of $2.8bn from IMF

The approval of the largest ever Special Drawing Rights by IMF worth $650 to help the emerging economies combat economic slowdown will benefit Pakistan as well. This will help put the global economy on a sustainable growth path.