Minister of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, directed Provincial Governments to complete the Field verification/coverage of 7th Population and Housing Census till 15th May, 2023 in areas where Population growth is not in line with normal Demographic trends and close the field operation in all areas exhibiting natural trends. In pursuance of…
Investing in Pakistan can be a daunting task for Pakistani expats living abroad, despite the fact that they have a deep attachment to their homeland. In the ProPakistani latest podcast, titled “Why Pakistani’s Abroad Struggle To Invest In Pakistan?”, the guest speaker, Tanweer Ahmed, delve into the reasons behind the struggles faced by Pakistani expats…
Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) has been working tirelessly to ensure the success of the first-ever digital census of Pakistan. The PBS has been using digital innovations to receive data in real-time from field enumerators and monitor and analyze trends and gaps daily. The data is then augmented by physical monitoring and fact-finding field work…
Pakistan is a country with a rich and complicated history. Its path towards independence and subsequent development has been fraught with challenges and setbacks. In this context, the role of the superclass, or the network of individuals and institutions that hold the most power and influence in the country, has been instrumental in shaping the…
Research conducted by Gallup Pakistan and PRIDE, using data from the Labour Force Survey 2020-21, shows that the overall unemployment rate of youth in Punjab is 6.69%. The overall unemployment rate in the Punjab province is 6.69%, with the unemployment rate of females being substantially higher than males (8.32% vs. 6.06%) and that of urban…
Karandaaz Pakistan and foodpanda Pakistan recently signed an agreement which aimed to increase financial inclusion in the country by facilitating the onboarding of customers, who are habitual users of the Cash on Delivery (COD) option while ordering through the foodpanda app, to digital payment options like mobile wallets, RAAST ID and debit or credit cards….
Emaan Islamic Banking, a division of Silk Bank Limited, and TPL Insurance Limited – Window Takaful Operation, have announced the launch of their latest offering, the Emaan All-in-One Account. The account is tailored to cater to the needs of new-to-bank customers and existing Emaan account holders. The Emaan All-in-One Account is the ultimate power bundle…
Etihad Group is proud to announce the launch of a new block in its Etihad Town Phase I project. The development is situated at a prime location on Main Raiwind Road and features state-of-the-art amenities, green spaces, and modern housing options that cater to the needs of families and individuals looking for a contemporary, convenient,…
The biggest Punjabi blockbuster of all time, Maula Jatt is unstoppable as it gets a re-release on Eid six months after release worldwide. The Punjabi film scene experienced a phenomenal achievement with ‘The Legend of Maula Jatt,’ which shattered all expectations by becoming not only the top-earning Punjabi film ever but also the most successful…
Meri Gari Team, a leading tech-based trucking company, recently marked its first anniversary in business with a grand Iftar and Award Night. The event was attended by local and upcountry transporters, as well as the heads of various goods transport industry associations. This much-awaited event also featured awards for the best performing trucking companies that…
Pakistan has submitted a revised external financing plan to address a $5 to $6 billion funding gap by the end of June 2023 and requested the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to agree on a staff-level agreement as soon as possible. According to media sources there are differences between the IMF and Pakistani authorities over the…
The Pakistan Meteorological Department has issued a press release predicting rain, dust storms, thunderstorms, and even hailstorms in the upper and central parts of the country from the upcoming weekend. The weather system is expected to be triggered by a westerly wave that is set to enter the upper parts of the country on April…
Oil & Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) and Pakistan Arab Refinery Company (PARCO) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for collaboration and joint venture opportunities in the energy sector, including oil and gas infrastructure projects. The MOU aims to diversify business activities, enhance shareholder value, and ensure long-term sustainability. Representatives of both companies signed…
PUBG MOBILE, one of the world’s most popular mobile games, is celebrating the holy month of Ramadan this year with the release of The Tides, a new adventure in the Golden Moon series of campaigns following up on the success of last year’s release. Under the dappled glow of the Golden Moon, a new story…
TPL Insurance, the market leader in innovations underpinned by customer-centricity in the insurance segment, is proud to announce another first in the industry. The company has completed a pilot launch of a new auto insurance product, giving customers more control over their coverage options. Unlike traditional comprehensive and deductible insurance options, which offer limited flexibility,…
Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) has been executing the 7th Population and Housing Census digitally for the first time in the history country, with census field operations commencing from 1st March, 2023 and have continued till 10th April, 2023 without any interruption. The successful execution of the digital census is great success and it is…
The Etihad Group recently celebrated the groundbreaking ceremony of a mosque in its latest project Etihad Town Phase II. The ceremony was attended by the Etihad Group’s sponsors including Mr. Raheel Munir, Mr. Faisal Khokhar, Mr. Nabeel Khokhar & Mr. Sohail Munir, along with the company’s senior management, and their strategic sales partners and clients….
Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) is a topic that has been causing a stir in the scientific community and among the general public. It refers to a type of artificial intelligence that possesses the ability to understand, learn, and apply knowledge across a wide range of tasks, similar to human intelligence. Unlike narrow AI, which is…
Jullianna a village located near Lahore’s most famous housing society Bahria Town and one of the biggest real estate group of the country. Many of you must be thinking that how come this village is still near Bahria Town that why it’s still not bought by them. Well, that would that have been illegal because…
With the slogan “Innovation for everyone,” Xiaomi believes in making technology affordable for everyone, and they have lived up to this promise! bringing technological wonders to the local market at unbeatable prices with launch dates concurrent with worldwide launches. Like every year, Xiaomi hosts the Xiaomi Fan Festival this year as well to honour their…
The provincial governments are playing a major role to ensure 100% coverage while ensuring the quality and credibility of the whole census process. The real-time data progress monitoring dashboards, provided by Pakistan Bureau of Statistics down to provincial and district governments, allows for a completely transparent process and continuous oversight of field operations. The dashboard…
With the story out that some officials had accessed the National Data Base Registration Authority’s database to seek personal information of the family of the Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir Shah, questions are being raised about other institutions that have access to the same data, and what have they done to flush out…
Hamza Yousaf has been elected as the new leader of the Scottish National Party, replacing Nicola Sturgeon as the First Minister of Scotland. At just 37 years old, he is the youngest person and the first Muslim to lead Scotland. His victory marks a significant moment in Scottish history and is particularly poignant for Yousaf…
Pakistan’s leading food and grocery delivery platform, foodpanda, is proud to announce its partnership with The Citizens Foundation (TCF), a non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting education for less privileged children in the country. Through this partnership foodpanda aims to support TCF’s numerous initiatives by raising awareness about their cause and encouraging donations from foodpanda’s customers….
In September, another fire incident at the MOL Pakistan-operated Makori oil field resulted in the loss of millions of dollars due to negligence. About six months have gone, and the event has not yet been reported to the appropriate authorities. The silence of relevant authorities has raised several questions. The fire event occurred in the…
Channeling the true spirit of Ramzan, easypaisa, Pakistan’s leading payments & savings, lending and platform service, is enabling its customers to donate with ease and convenience to more than 30 charitable organizations across Pakistan. During the holy month of Ramzan, easypaisa, the leading payments, savings, lending, and platform service in Pakistan, is embracing the true…
The wait is finally over for Mustafa Zahid’s latest release, “Maaf Karde” – a soulful hamd that is sure to touch hearts. Playback Records, the new record label launched by AAA Reels Production and Playback Creatives based in Dubai, has produced this musical masterpiece. This new release is the perfect accompaniment for the holy month…
Themed “Unleash Digital with Everything as a Service”, the second Huawei Cloud Summit Middle East & Africa kicked off in Dubai on March 21. The event brought together over 300 government officers, cloud native industry experts, and customer representatives from the Middle East, Central Asia, and Africa, with the aim of exploring how to make…
Social Champ, the Martech startup providing social media management solutions, is breaking new ground in corporate social responsibility and setting an example for other businesses. As part of its social responsibility commitment, Social Champ partnered with Pledge1% to dedicate its time and product to various philanthropic causes. By giving back, Social Champ is ensuring that…
ABHI, an embedded fintech company, has signed an agreement with Master Group of Industries, operating in bedding, textile, automotive, chemical, furniture, and renewable energy industries. AbhiSalary will enable Master Group’s employees to access their earned wages ahead of their scheduled payday, empowering them with greater financial flexibility and control. AbhiSalary allows employees to access a…