ASA Microfinance Bank has been recognized for its outstanding contributions to the microfinance sector, receiving the Top Financier Award in the Microfinance Bank category from the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) during the Women Entrepreneurship Day 2025.

The committee also pointed out alarming procurement discrepancies. Solar kits valued at Rs 18,000 were allegedly purchased at Rs 60,000. According to a report by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), some of the solar equipment had not even been imported, intensifying concerns over project mismanagement and potential financial misconduct.

The Government of Pakistan has issued a stern warning to social media platform X, cautioning that continued non-cooperation on counterterrorism measures could result in a ban and financial penalties. The announcement was made during a joint press briefing in Islamabad by Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry and Minister of State for Law and Justice Barrister Aqeel Malik.

Lahore Police have reported a significant decline in crime across the city, with data indicating a 52% drop in serious criminal activities during the first eleven months of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. The statistics reveal that robberies decreased by 49%, while mugging cases fell sharply by 73%. Similarly, emergency calls to Rescue 15 declined by 73%, reflecting enhanced public

Russia has reportedly suspended Pakistan Post’s international services after the Pakistani postal department failed to settle outstanding payments totaling Rs. 55 million. The suspension, which came into effect in August 2025, restricts mail and parcel services between the two countries until the dues are cleared.

Karachi has taken a significant step toward modernizing its urban transport network by installing the city’s first smart traffic signal at the PIDC intersection, one of the busiest areas in the metropolis. This new system is designed to drastically reduce long waiting times, improve traffic flow, and enhance overall road safety. Unlike conventional traffic signals that follow fixed timing

Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab has unveiled a comprehensive renovation plan for Karachi Zoo, focusing on modernizing animal enclosures, increasing staff, and implementing strict operational oversight to enhance overall management. During a detailed inspection of the facility, Wahab emphasized the need for larger and more humane habitats, ensuring animals have sufficient space and a healthier

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is considering reducing taxes on used mobile phones brought into Pakistan by overseas Pakistanis, according to FBR Chairman Rashid Mahmood Langrial. He made the announcement during a meeting of the National Assembly Standing Committee on Finance, which reviewed taxation policies on imported and locally manufactured mobile phones.

The Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) has announced plans to construct a signal-free corridor connecting Bhutto Avenue–Shah Faisal Colony Interchange to Jinnah International Airport, aiming to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion along this busy route. According to an official social media update, the project will include a new flyover at Azeem Purah, forming a continuous signal-free

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi delivered a strongly worded message to DPO Hangu Khanzeb, saying, “Ungli dikhane ka anjam maloom hogaya? Ayenda ungli na dikhana.” The statement has drawn significant attention because it directly refers to a widely discussed incident involving the police officer earlier this year.