Islamabad : Following the recent announcement by the SBP to reduce the policy rate to 12%, Tarek Hamdy, CEO of Eighteen Housing, has welcomed this decision, highlighting its potential to catalyze growth in the real estate sector. The central bank’s policy rate, after being slashed by 1,000bps from 22% since June 2024 in six intervals,…
We are thrilled to announce a remarkable milestone achieved by Stylo & Insignia E-commerce Department. This year, in just six months, the department has reached last year’s entire sales figures! This groundbreaking accomplishment is a testament to the unwavering commitment and exceptional teamwork of their e-commerce dept. The Journey to Success The past six months…
Islamabad : On Data Privacy Day, Kaspersky shines a light on the often-overlooked privacy trade-offs involved with using popular, everyday apps. These include social media apps, but also others such as e-commerce apps, fitness and health tracking apps. While these apps offer convenience, they also collect and share vast amounts of personal data, exposing users…
Muslim Aid Pakistan held the closing ceremony of its landmark project, *”Chitral Relief and Recovery – Empowering Communities through Immediate Relief and Recovery Initiatives”, on Monday. The event brought together a diverse group of stakeholders, including government officials, representatives from disaster and relief organizations like NDMA and PDMA KP, NGOs, INGOs, philanthropists, and other prominent…
Islamabad : Throughout 2024, the most common type of security incident faced by companies was related to network protection according to the latest Kaspersky IT Security Economics report. 71% of Pakistani businesses encountered adversaries attempting to infiltrate their network, while 49% of companies reported incidents where bad actors executed malicious code within their network or…
Lahore: Yadea, the global No.1 leader in electric two-wheelers for 8 consecutive years with over 100 million units sold worldwide has made a significant announcement in Pakistan. At an exclusive launch event in Lahore, Yadea Pakistan unveiled four innovative electric vehicle (EV) models, including the much-anticipated GT 30, whose price and key details were revealed…
Special correspondent Islamabad. : The prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) is escalating in Pakistan. Alarming statistics reveal that over 41% of adults in Pakistan are either obese or overweight. Additionally, more than 33 million people are currently living with diabetes, with another 10 million on the verge of developing the disease. Without immediate policy interventions,…
Islamabad: Telenor Pakistan has signed an MoU with the Travel Agents Association of Pakistan (TAAP), the country’s foremost body for travel and tour operators, to redefine how travelers experience connectivity outside of Pakistan. This strategic collaboration empowers travel agents to offer Telenor’s cutting-edge Travel SIM solutions as part of their travel packages, ensuring a seamless…
Islamabad: According to a recent survey*, almost half of parents surveyed (47%) believe that their children play games that are inappropriate for their age. Based on the survey, boys are more prone to such behaviour than girls – 50% and 43% of children respectively have violated age guidelines when playing games on their computers.The survey…
Islamabad: inDrive, the global ride-hailing platform, hosted the prestigious Inner Driver Awards in Pakistan to honor the exceptional contributions of its employees. The ceremony held in Islamabad, celebrated dedication, innovation, and outstanding performance, showcasing the pivotal role employees play in driving the company’s success. The event brought together a distinguished jury panel featuring esteemed professionals…
