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Pakistan’s IT exports have surged to $3.81 billion, but a new study warns that reliance on freelancing and low-value services could limit future growth amid rapid AI disruption.

Pakistan has launched its first National Power Sector Innovation Programme, backed by over Rs1 billion to develop and scale innovative solutions for a more efficient and sustainable energy sector.

LDA will include commercial plots in LDA City Business Bay and Avenue One in its upcoming draw, with applications open until September 2, alongside 5-marla residential plots in Johar Town.

Apple has trained a China-specific AI model with Alibaba’s support as it prepares to launch Apple Intelligence in the Chinese market amid growing competition and regulatory challenges.

Gold price in Pakistan rose Rs4,200 to Rs463,936 per tola, while international gold prices remained mixed amid fresh US inflation data and shifting Fed rate expectations.

The National Highway Authority (NHA) has prequalified eight construction firms and joint ventures for two sections of the stalled Hyderabad-Sukkur Motorway (M-6), marking progress towards the completion of the 306-kilometre motorway project. The prequalification covers Section IV, from Naushahro Fe...

More than 1,000 SMEs across nine Pakistani cities will receive AI and digital skills training under a new government and Meta initiative aimed at boosting business growth and digital adoption.

The CDA has approved 37 commercial and residential projects in Islamabad in 2026, covering 6.69 million square feet and including shops, flats, offices, mosques and a school. The approvals highlight the authority’s efforts to facilitate construction, investment and planned urban development in the capital.

Pakistan’s EV market is gaining momentum, but industry stakeholders warn that policy uncertainty could slow consumer demand and investment. A stable, predictable auto policy aligned with the NEV Policy 2025-30 is seen as crucial for sustained EV growth.