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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.

The government has rejected petroleum dealers’ demand for monthly fuel price reviews, while the PPDA weighs a nationwide petrol pump shutdown over margin-related demands.

Faisalabad Development Authority proposes remodelling Canal Road with new bridges, U-turns and ramps to reduce congestion, improve connectivity and enhance road safety.

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.

Non-filer content creators and social media influencers will pay a 10% withholding tax on social media earnings from July 1, 2026, while filers will face a 5% tax under FBR rules.

Pakistan has approved plans to outsource Lahore and Karachi airports and advance the privatisation of LESCO and MEPCO under the government’s broader privatisation programme.

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...