Pakistan’s domestic auto industry might soon face a safety reckoning, as the government looks to enforce international standards without the crucial infrastructure to do so at home. Without a local testing facility, the Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST) is pushing for vehicles to be inspected overseas, a proposal that is rattling local automakers. For … Read more
KARACHI: The Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA) and the Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) have entered into a strategic partnership, marked by the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at Lahore. The MOU was signed by Kashif Anwar, President of LCCI, and Taufique Ali Abbasi, Director General of PSQCA, says … Read more
The Ministry of Power Division announced that it has prepared a draft for setting up charging stations across the country as part of an initiative to promote electric vehicles, motorcycles, and electric rickshaws. According to a statement issued by the Power Division, the provision of affordable electricity to these charging stations is also under consideration. … Read more
PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi speaks to the media during his visit to review upgradation work at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium on August 19, 2024. — Screengrab via Geo News Naqvi hopeful to complete renovations before Champions Trophy. PCB chief says upgradation work being carried out day and night. Underscores commitment to provide basic facilities in stadiums. … Read more
KARACHI: State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Governor Jameel Ahmad has emphasised the importance of developing skills and setting high standards for the financial sector in the country. He was speaking at the launch of Nibaf Pakistan, a new entity formed with the merger of the National Institute of Banking and Finance (Nibaf) and the Institute … Read more