Islamabad, Nov 14: 2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid Spotted: Expected Launch and Key Features for Next Year. Kia has now revealed the facelift of the 2025 Kia Sportage in South Korea, which heralds upgraded powertrain, technology, and design to the existing C-segment SUV. To accommodate its wide range of buyers, the 2017 Sportage comes with a 1.0-liter turbocharged gasoline engine, a self-charging hybrid gasoline engine, and an LPG powertrain. Dimensions and Exterior The body of the facelifted Sportage has a length of 4,685 mm a width of 1,865 mm and a height of 1,660 mm with a wheel base of 2,755…
Author: Iqra Khan
Islamabad, Nov 13: Faysal Funds Collaborates with Pakistan Startup Summit to Support Entrepreneurial Growth. Faysal Funds, recognized as Pakistan’s inaugural fully Shariah-compliant asset management firm, took part in the Pakistan Startup Summit, which was organized by the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP). This event, which aimed to enhance the nation’s startup ecosystem, served as a vital platform for connecting entrepreneurs with industry leaders and investors. The summit united key participants, including high-ranking officials from the SECP, business executives, and experienced professionals, to exchange insights, forge partnerships, and stimulate innovation within Pakistan’s expanding startup arena. Faysal Funds, offering growth-driven…
Islamabad, Nov 13: Malaysia Eyes Importing Pakistani Food Products to Boost Trade. Coordinator to Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) Saif Ur Rehman stated on Wednesday that there is significant interest from Malaysian buyers in sourcing high-quality food products from Pakistan that adhere to international standards. He is currently on a two-week trip to Malaysia, leading the Pak Food delegation to investigate export opportunities and collaborative ventures with local partners. He noted that the increasing demand for Pakistani food items reflects a mutual appreciation for superior quality food products and emphasized the opportunity to enhance trade relations between the two nations. Pakistan…
Islamabad, Nov 13: Rupee Surges Against British Pound and Other Major Currencies. The Pakistani rupee (PKR) experienced declines for the second consecutive day against the US Dollar (USD) today after beginning trading at 278 in the interbank market. It remained under pressure throughout the day and closed lower against the greenback. In contrast, it appreciated against the majority of other significant currencies during today’s trading session. The interbank rate held steady at 278/$ for most of the day before ending at the 277 mark. Rates in the open market across various currency exchanges stayed within the 279-281 range today. The…
Islamabad, Nov 13: Smog Crisis in Lahore: 15,000 People Report Illness in 24 Hours. Lahore is experiencing a severe smog crisis, with more than 15,000 cases of respiratory and viral infections reported within a 24-hour period. Hospitals throughout the city are inundated with patients suffering from ailments such as dry cough, breathing difficulties, pneumonia, and chest infections. Leading government hospitals, including Mayo Hospital (over 4,000 patients), Jinnah Hospital (3,500 patients), Gangaram Hospital (3,000 patients), and Children’s Hospital (more than 2,000 patients), are witnessing the highest patient numbers. Healthcare professionals are particularly alarmed by the impact of the smog on sensitive…
Islamabad, Nov 13: KP to Introduce Female Education Card to Boost Women’s Access to Education. The government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has announced the launch of the “Insaf Female Education Card,” prompting the Higher Education Department to request information from all colleges. As per the details, this initiative is designed to assist orphaned students, with the Higher Education Department specifically asking colleges to provide information on orphaned female students. The department mentioned that the Insaf Female Education Card will be granted to orphaned students attending colleges, offering them fee reductions to support their educational pursuits. This action by the provincial government…
Islamabad, Nov 13: Maruti Suzuki Dzire Sets New Benchmark for Safety in Affordable Cars. India continues to be a hub for affordable vehicles, and Maruti Suzuki’s newly launched 4th-generation Dzire sedan demonstrates that budget-friendly cars can also prioritize safety and come equipped with numerous features. Starting at approximately $8,000, the Dzire provides essential transportation without sacrificing safety, even as car prices soar globally. The Maruti Suzuki Dzire has earned a prestigious five-star rating in the Global NCAP crash test. In contrast to many low-cost models that often lack fundamental safety features, the Dzire is equipped with six airbags, an Electronic…
Islamabad, Nov 13: FBR Launches New Payment Creation System for Seamless Tax Payments on IRIS. The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has launched a new payment creation system called ePayment 2.0, which can be accessed within the IRIS 2.0 portal, an enhanced platform aimed at simplifying tax payment processes for taxpayers throughout Pakistan. This groundbreaking system allows for secure, effective, and user-friendly online payments, which can be accessed directly from taxpayers’ bank accounts via Internet banking, ATMs, and mobile banking, removing the necessity for in-person bank visits. ePayment 2.0 represents a noteworthy improvement in revenue management, encompassing a variety of…
Islamabad, Nov 13: KE’s 560 MW BQPS-II Wins Asian Power Award for Excellence in Energy Efficiency Innovation. K-Electric’s 560 MW Bin Qasim Power Station II (BQPS-II) received two global awards at the Asian Power Awards 2024. The privatized utility garnered honors in two categories: Gas Power Project of the Year Pakistan and Power Plant Upgrade of the Year Pakistan. The infrastructure enhancements in the project improve the availability and reliability of the high-efficiency power plant, which became part of KE’s generation fleet following a USD 4 billion investment across the value chain after privatization. The company upgraded the project’s infrastructure…
Islamabad, Nov 13: Pakistan Secures Prestigious Global Award for Outstanding Efforts in Tuberculosis Eradication. Pakistan has gained international recognition for its efforts in tackling tuberculosis, receiving the most prestigious global award in the domain. Dr. Razia Fatima from Pakistan and Dr. Jane Carter from the United States were celebrated for their remarkable contributions to TB control initiatives. The award was presented at a ceremony in Bali, Indonesia, during the World Conference on Lung Health, which was attended by thousands of medical professionals and scientists from across the globe. On Tuesday, Dr. Razia Fatima, who is the chief researcher and National…
