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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met a Google delegation as the tech giant inaugurated its Pakistan office, strengthening cooperation on digital transformation, AI, IT exports and youth skills.

NADRA has launched a new QR-based chipless CNIC, replacing the 14-year-old smart card technology and enabling easier identity verification through smartphones.

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.

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

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.

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.

Nvidia has partnered with six major financial institutions to mobilize more than $500 billion in capital for AI infrastructure, with CEO Jensen Huang saying the company could backstop up to $125 billion of potential deals.

Meezan Bank has surpassed Rs 3.05 billion in housing finance disbursements under the GHTA Programme, approving over 3,000 applications with financing exceeding Rs 22.5 billion.

Pakistan Railways seeks LTE-R spectrum for the Karachi-Sukkur ML-1 project as the PTA advances plans to improve mobile coverage and modernize communication infrastructure across major railway and transport corridors.