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Pakistan Celebrates FY2026 as Record Year for Sukuk Issuance and Debt Market Growth
The Government of Pakistan and the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) have described FY2026 as a landmark year for the country’s debt market, highlighting record Sukuk issuance, stronger capital market financing, and improved debt management indicators during a joint investor briefing. The figures were presented at an investor session organized by the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX)…
Speaking Multiple Languages May Help Keep Your Brain Younger, New Study Suggests
Learning and speaking more than one language could do more than improve communication—it may also help keep your brain younger for longer. A new study suggests that multilingual individuals show brain patterns associated with slower brain aging, with those speaking four languages displaying brain characteristics comparable to people around 13 years younger. The findings were…
SHINE Humanity Expands Essential Healthcare Services with Six New Disease-Specific Programmes
SHINE Humanity has expanded its healthcare network by launching six new disease-specific programmes across three of its clinics in Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, further strengthening access to quality medical services for underserved communities across Pakistan. The newly introduced programmes aim to provide comprehensive healthcare through screening, diagnosis, treatment, counselling, and follow-up care, helping patients receive…
Senator Raises Health Concerns Over Red Bull, Calls for Stricter Checks on Energy Drinks
Fresh concerns over the safety of energy drinks have emerged after Senator Samina Mumtaz Zehri claimed that consuming Red Bull could trigger serious health complications, including a heart attack. The remarks were made during a meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on Science and Technology, where she urged authorities to strengthen oversight of high-caffeine and…
CCP Clears Treet Corporation’s Move to Increase Stake in Loads Limited
The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has approved Treet Corporation Limited’s proposal to increase its shareholding in Loads Limited through a rights issue, concluding that the transaction will not negatively impact competition in Pakistan’s automotive components market. According to the CCP, Treet Corporation sought approval under the Competition Act, 2010 to subscribe to additional ordinary…
Gold Prices in Pakistan Fall Again as Per Tola Rate Drops to Rs. 437,436
Gold prices in Pakistan extended their downward trend on Monday, marking the second consecutive decline as both local and international bullion markets opened the week on a weaker note. The latest drop has pushed the price of gold closer to the Rs. 4.35 lakh mark per tola, offering some relief to buyers after recent price…
FGEHA to Resume G-13/1 Apartment Project by End of July or Early August
The Federal Government Employees Housing Authority (FGEHA) has announced that construction work on its G-13/1 apartment project is expected to resume by the end of July or in early August, subject to approval at the authority’s upcoming Board meeting. The development is expected to bring relief to government employees and allottees who have been awaiting…
Pakistan records historic corporate growth as new company registrations surge 24% in FY2025-26
Pakistan witnessed a record-breaking year for corporate growth during the fiscal year 2025-26, with thousands of new businesses entering the formal economy. According to the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), 43,559 new companies were registered during the year, reflecting a 24 percent increase compared to the previous fiscal year. The latest figures bring…
Homebridge by Beaconhouse Makes A-Level Education More Flexible and Affordable for Students Across Pakistan
Pakistan’s education sector is embracing digital innovation, and Homebridge by Beaconhouse is emerging as a modern solution for students seeking quality A-Level education without the limitations of traditional classroom learning. As Pakistan’s first Cambridge-certified hybrid A-Level programme, Homebridge combines online learning with on-campus academic support, making internationally recognized education more accessible for students nationwide. Backed…
Teenage Student Develops Water Filter That Removes Up to 96% of Microplastics
An 18-year-old student from the United States has developed an innovative home water filtration system capable of removing up to 96 percent of microplastics from drinking water. The breakthrough offers a promising and environmentally friendly alternative to conventional household filters while addressing growing concerns about plastic contamination in everyday water supplies. Mia Heller, a student…