Islamabad, Apr 17, 2025: Following a price increase of up to Rs. 120,000 earlier in February 2025, Pak Suzuki Motor Company (PSMC) has officially launched the upgraded edition of the popular Alto hatchback, now enhanced with multiple safety and comfort enhancements. Previously, the automaker had hinted that the price adjustment was due to the integration of modern features. Now, the updated version has been showcased at authorized dealerships, where the complete feature list has also been made public. The primary upgrades aim to elevate the driving experience through improved safety and convenience. Read More: Tata Nano Price, Specs & Availablity…
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Islamabad, Apr 17, 2025: Honor has launched the all-new Honor Power smartphone, crafted to cater to users who demand an extended battery life without sacrificing performance or essential features. This smartphone is packed with a colossal 8,000 mAh battery, powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset, and much more. Design and Display The Honor Power flaunts an elegant and compact design, measuring just under 8mm in thickness, despite accommodating an enormous battery. It comes in multiple colors such as Snow White, Desert Gold, and Phantom Night Black. The 6.78-inch OLED screen boasts a 120Hz refresh rate, delivering vibrant visuals…
Islamabad, Apr 17, 2025: Saudi Arabia has launched an extensive development initiative to improve the Hajj 2025 experience, focusing on enhancing pilgrim comfort, safety, and efficient movement between key locations like Mina, Arafat, and Muzdalifah. The plan includes the creation of shaded resting zones to protect pilgrims from the intense summer heat. In Mina, 50,000 square meters of walkways have been equipped with shading, and Arafat now benefits from a cutting-edge cooling and shading system covering 60,000 square meters. At Jabal Al Rahma, mist fans and modern shelters have been installed over 785 square meters to offer relief from the…
Islamabad, Apr 17, 2025: In a surprising and welcome shift, Google has officially made its Gemini Live screensharing tool available at no cost to all Android users. The tech giant initially planned this advanced feature as an exclusive perk for Gemini Advanced paid subscribers, but it has now opened access to a broader audience. Users stream their device screen and camera feed in real time using Gemini Live, an intelligent AI-powered screensharing feature. This allows Google’s virtual assistant to visually understand the user’s environment and provide tailored, on-the-spot support and recommendations based on what it sees. Google first introduced the…
Islamabad, Apr 17, 2025: United Bank Limited (UBL), one of the leading commercial banks in Pakistan, reported a remarkable Rs36.11 billion in profit after tax (PAT) for the quarter ending March 31, 2025, marking a 124% increase from Rs16.14 billion during the same period in 2024. The financial results were disclosed in a notice to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX). For the first quarter of 2025, UBL’s earnings per share (EPS) reached Rs29.34, a significant jump from Rs13.05 in the same period of 2024. “UBL’s Q1 2025 performance surpassed industry expectations, with EPS forecasts ranging from Rs12.8 to Rs22.9. This…
Islamabad, Apr 17, 2025: A leading Chinese construction conglomerate has shown strong interest in investing in Pakistan’s maritime industry, particularly in seawater desalination projects. The Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) is backing the venture, which is expected to begin with the development of a desalination plant at key port areas. The firm is actively assessing investment prospects at Gwadar, Karachi Port, and especially Port Qasim—where the installation of a large-scale desalination facility is under consideration. This plant would transform seawater into clean drinking water, helping supply both residential communities and industrial operations in the surrounding areas. Sources close to the…
Islamabad, Apr 17, 2025: The European Union has introduced a new proposal identifying seven countries as “safe” in an effort to accelerate the deportation process of failed asylum seekers. This measure is intended to help reduce the current backlog of asylum applications across member states. The proposed list includes India, Bangladesh, Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia, Colombia, and Kosovo. If approved by both the European Parliament and EU member nations, this classification will make it more difficult for citizens from these countries to claim asylum within the bloc. This proposal has sparked criticism from human rights organizations, which argue that the move…
Islamabad, Apr 17, 2025: The Saudi Riyal (SAR) experienced a minor dip in the Pakistani open market, trading at Rs74.74, according to the Forex Association of Pakistan. The selling price also saw a slight decline, settling at Rs75.28 on the fourth business day of the week. SAR to PKR Exchange Rate – April 17, 2025 1 Saudi Riyal (SAR) = Rs74.74 1,000 SAR = Rs74,740 The Saudi Riyal, commonly referred to as SAR or SR, is the currency of Saudi Arabia. One Riyal is subdivided into 100 halalas. The bond between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia is built on strong diplomatic,…
Islamabad, Apr 17, 2025: The federal government has once again postponed the privatisation of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), with the auction process now projected to begin in the final quarter of 2025. Earlier, authorities had committed to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) that the PIA sell-off would be completed by July 2025. However, this latest delay highlights the ongoing hurdles in executing the privatisation roadmap. The administration is unlikely to meet its fiscal year target of collecting Rs30 billion from asset sales because it will not sell any state-run institution before June 2025 Muhammad Ali, Adviser to the Prime Minister…
Islamabad, Apr 17, 2025: In a major move to protect farmers from the ongoing slump in wheat prices during harvest season, the Punjab government has rolled out a Rs15 billion relief package aimed at supporting wheat growers across the province. Farmers in various districts had been staging protests, demanding urgent intervention as prices plunged below expectations. As part of the support initiative, nearly 550,000 wheat cultivators will receive direct financial aid via the Kisan Card under the newly introduced Wheat Assistance Fund. In a bid to provide further ease, the government has waived off all irrigation and fixed land taxes…
