Jazz, Pakistan’s leading digital operator, has announced the successful completion of its strategic infrastructure partnership with Engro Corporation Limited (“Engro Corp”), marking one of the largest private-sector infrastructure transactions in the country’s digital evolution. Under this landmark agreement, Jazz’s telecommunications infrastructure assets—housed under Deodar (Private) Limited—have been vested into Engro Connect, a subsidiary of Engro […]
P@SHA and ADB Sign Strategic MoU to Accelerate Digital Transformation in Pakistan
Islamabad – June 3, 2025: In a landmark development poised to propel Pakistan’s digital transformation, the Pakistan Software Houses Association for IT & ITES (P@SHA) has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Asian Development Bank (ADB). This pioneering collaboration marks the first formal partnership between the two institutions, laying the groundwork for […]
Pakistan Crypto Council Forms Technical Committee to Draft Crypto Laws and Regulations
A high-level meeting of the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC) was held at the Finance Division, chaired by the Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb. The meeting focused on the draft regulatory framework for digital and virtual assets in Pakistan, aiming to align with international standards and evolving technological trends. Participants also discussed […]
NBP Shuts Down its Branches in Paris and New York
Karachi – June 2, 2025: The National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) has officially closed its branches in New York and Paris as part of its ongoing global restructuring strategy aimed at reducing low-yielding international operations, according to the bank’s recently released annual report. The closure of NBP’s Paris branch marks the end of nearly five […]
HBL Demonstrates Leadership in Agri Financing: Gives Largest Insurance Payout to Farmers
HBL issued the largest payout of over PKR 10 million under the Area Yield Index Insurance (AYII) program, benefiting farmers in Balochistan and Sindh. This innovative insurance solution is designed to support farmers by providing financial protection against yield losses due to adverse climatic conditions and other agricultural risks. The AYII program offers extensive coverage […]
IMF Allows Pakistan to Cut Tax Rates for Salaried Class in Upcoming Budget
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Pakistan are nearing an agreement to reduce income tax rates for the salaried class in the 2025-26 budget. During intense talks between the IMF and the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) on Friday night, the Fund granted broad approval to lower tax rates across several income slabs for salaried […]
Pakistan to Roll Out Unified Facial Recognition System by End of 2025
Islamabad – May 31, 2025: The Ministry of Interior has directed all relevant departments to halt the separate storage of citizens’ biometric data and begin transitioning to a unified facial recognition system, with full nationwide deployment expected by December 31, 2025. The directive was issued during a high-level meeting chaired by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi […]
Samsung Pakistan Launches Cash-Based Buy Now Pay Later Option on E-Store in Collaboration with Qist Bazaar
Karachi, Pakistan – In a groundbreaking move to promote financial inclusion and expand digital accessibility, Samsung Pakistan has launched a Buy Now Pay Later – Cash Instalments service on its official eStore, samsung.com/pk, in partnership with Qist Bazaar. This initiative marks the first time in Pakistan that a cash-based instalment payment option is being offered […]
Neem expands its insurance footprint with a strategic partnership with TPL Life
Karachi, Pakistan – [30th May 2025] — Neem, Pakistan’s leading embedded finance platform, is deepening its footprint in the insurance sector with a new strategic partnership with TPL Life, a digital-first insurance leader serving over 1 million + customers across Pakistan. This collaboration follows Neem’s recently announced partnership with EFU Life and signals the company’s […]
Digitt+ & TPL Insurance are building a more secure, inclusive, and resilient digital financial landscape, with embedded micro-insurance solutions
Digitt Plus is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with TPL Insurance, aimed at enhancing the financial security of their customers through innovative, integrated micro-insurance solutions. This collaboration is designed to offer effortless and contextual protection for essential assets such as motorcycles and smartphones, tailored to the everyday needs of Digitt Plus’s users, including farmers […]