Karachi Launches First Bicycle Ambulance Service
Karachi has started its first bicycle ambulance service to help people in crowded and narrow areas where regular ambulances often get stuck in traffic. Karachi Mayor Barrister Murtaza Wahab officially launched the free service through the Sindh Integrated Emergency and Health Services (SIEHS-1122). The special bicycles are equipped with important medical tools. These include first-aid […]
Government Proposes to Cut Sales Tax from 25% to 18% on Hybrid Cars
The Pakistan government is planning to reduce the sales tax on hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) from 25% to 18%. This change aims to make these fuel-efficient cars more affordable for buyers and support cleaner transport options. A proposal has been sent to the Finance Division and needs approval from the federal cabinet to take effect. […]
US Remains Pakistan’s Largest Export Market with 20% Share in FY2025-26
The United States continued to be Pakistan’s largest export market in fiscal year 2025-26. It accounted for 20% of the country’s total exports. This means one out of every five dollars earned from Pakistan’s exports came from the US. According to trade data from Topline Securities, the US market played a key role in supporting […]
Canada Pledges $47 Million Aid to Pakistan for Security and Development During Historic FM Visit
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held important talks with Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand in Islamabad on Monday. This was the first visit by a Canadian foreign minister to Pakistan in nearly 20 years. The two leaders discussed ways to strengthen their long friendship and work together on many issues. During the […]
Pakistan’s Freelancers Earn Record $1.76 Billion in Export Earnings
Pakistan’s freelancers have achieved a major milestone. They earned a record $1.76 billion in export earnings during the fiscal year 2025-26. This shows a big jump of 78% from $985 million in the previous year. According to official data, freelancer exports have grown more than four times in the last five years. They rose from […]
China to Train 300,000 Pakistani Youth in Digital Skills Every Year
Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal, has announced an exciting new partnership with China. China will provide digital skills training to 300,000 young Pakistanis each year. This program aims to build a strong technology sector and boost Pakistan’s knowledge economy. Speech at LCCI IT Freelancing Awards Ahsan Iqbal shared this news […]
PIA in Talks with Boeing for Purchase of 16 New Aircraft
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has begun important discussions with American company Boeing for the possible purchase of 16 new aircraft. This move is a key part of efforts to update the national airline’s old fleet and improve its services. Fleet modernization is very important for PIA. New planes can help the airline fly more efficiently, […]
Waqar Zaka Ranks 5th in International TradFi Masters Trading Competition
Pakistani crypto expert and trader Waqar Zaka has achieved an impressive fifth position in the ongoing International TradFi Masters Competition. Traders from countries like China, South Korea, the United States, Japan, and Pakistan are taking part. They compete using their own real money, not demo accounts. The competition tests skills in TradFi, trading across traditional […]