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Web DeskOctober 15, 2026 ISLAMABAD – The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has established a new Corporate Intelligence Unit to protect the public’s hard-earned savings from fraud financial schemes, it was announced on Wednesday. The unit will keep strict eye on illegal financial activities and will operate directly under the supervision of the SECP Chairman. What Will the …

Monitoring DeskSeptember 16, 2026 ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired a high level meeting in Islamabad to review the rising prices of petroleum products, wherein several proposals were discussed, including the imposition of a “Petroleum Smart Lockdown” across Pakistan. According to sources, the meeting decided in principle to implement a smart lockdown specifically targeting petroleum consumption. Key Proposals Under …

Web DeskSeptember 9, 2026 LONDON – As Apple prepares for the much-anticipated iPhone 18 series and a new foldable iPhone launch today, retailers around the world are downing prices on the iPhone 17 lineup to clear the existing stock. According to international media reports, significant discounts are being offered in multiple countries, making it a golden moment for buyers looking to grab a …

Web DeskAugust 29, 2026 ISLAMABAD – The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has introduced a new digital onboarding framework to make investing in the stock market significantly easier, faster, and more accessible for everyday Pakistanis. Under the new regulations, investors can now open a stock market account in a single day, with a decision on applications to be made …

Web DeskApril 29, 2026 The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has stunned global energy markets by announcing its sudden withdrawal from the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and the broader OPEC+ alliance. The Gulf nation declared that the decision will take effect from May 1, 2026, according to the state-run Emirates News Agency (WAM). The UAE cited a desire for …

Web DeskApril 28, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has convened an Executive Board meeting scheduled for May 6, 2026, to consider the approval of the next $1.2 billion tranche for Pakistan under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF), according to the IMF’s official calendar. The meeting comes after Pakistan successfully completed all prior actions and conditions required …

Web DeskApril 28, 2026 Elon Musk, the billionaire founder of Tesla and the world’s richest person, is finally edging closer to launching his long-awaited banking and payments platform—a move designed to transform the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) into an “everything app”. According to Bloomberg, a limited rollout of the X Money financial feature is expected in the coming …

Web DeskApril 27, 2026 WhatsApp is developing a new feature that could significantly change how users interact with the app on Android devices. The Meta-owned messaging platform is reportedly testing floating notification bubbles, a feature designed to allow users to read and reply to messages without opening the full application. This feature, first spotted by the feature tracker WABetaInfo in …

Monday, 27 April 2026 | Web Desk SHENYANG, China – Chinese scientists have achieved a major breakthrough in “all-iron flow battery” technology that could sharply reduce the cost of storing renewable energy while significantly extending battery lifespan. The development addresses one of the most critical bottlenecks in the global transition to clean energy: the need for affordable, long-duration energy storage. …

Web DeskApril 23, 2026 The smartphone arena is no stranger to innovation, but Huawei has consistently pushed the boundaries of mobile technology. After months of speculation, the Chinese tech giant has officially announced its latest powerhouse on April 20, 2026, set to hit the shelves starting May 18, 2026. While the official marketing name hasn’t been splashed across billboards yet, …