https://startuppakistan.com.pk/Pakistan’s startup, business and technology newsenhttps://startuppakistan.com.pk/pakistans-arms-control-resolution-wins-180-votes-only-india-and-israel-oppose/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/pakistans-arms-control-resolution-wins-180-votes-only-india-and-israel-oppose/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 14:30:26 +0000The UN General Assembly’s First Committee adopted Pakistan’s resolution on regional and subregional conventional arms control, with 180 countries voting in favour.https://startuppakistan.com.pk/is-cooking-oil-really-the-problem-dr-yousuf-kamal-mirza-explains-5-things-every-consumer-should-look-for/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/is-cooking-oil-really-the-problem-dr-yousuf-kamal-mirza-explains-5-things-every-consumer-should-look-for/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 14:00:36 +0000Cooking oil is an essential part of our everyday meals. From preparing breakfast to cooking family favorites, it plays an important role in our food and kitchens. Yet, many people tend to associate cooking oil with health concerns, often overlooking the fact that the type and quality of oil we consume also matter. According to…https://startuppakistan.com.pk/students-to-ride-free-on-attocks-new-green-bus-service-across-three-routes/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/students-to-ride-free-on-attocks-new-green-bus-service-across-three-routes/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 13:49:59 +0000Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has inaugurated Attock’s Green Bus service, with 15 buses linking residential areas to educational institutions and free travel for students.https://startuppakistan.com.pk/bank-of-punjab-launches-pakistans-first-mastercard-world-elite-credit-and-debit-cards/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/bank-of-punjab-launches-pakistans-first-mastercard-world-elite-credit-and-debit-cards/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 12:51:44 +0000The Bank of Punjab (BOP), in partnership with Mastercard, has launched Pakistan’s first Mastercard World Elite Credit and Debit Cards, expanding its premium banking portfolio and bringing a globally recognised payments proposition to customers in Pakistan. The launch builds on BOP’s growth to become Pakistan’s largest credit card issuer despite entering the market later than…https://startuppakistan.com.pk/pakistan-cannot-afford-further-delayon-auto-policy-2026-31/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/pakistan-cannot-afford-further-delayon-auto-policy-2026-31/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 12:18:31 +0000Pakistan must urgently finalise and implement the proposed Auto Policy 2026–31. Continued dependence on imported petrol drains foreign exchange, exposes consumers to global oil prices and prolongs transport pollution. Pakistan’s petroleum import bill reached US$16.86 billion in FY2025–26, according to PBS figures reported by APP. The country needs a clear policy that accelerates technologies…https://startuppakistan.com.pk/navy-grants-honorary-rank-to-17-year-old-heart-patient-who-dreamed-of-becoming-an-officer/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/navy-grants-honorary-rank-to-17-year-old-heart-patient-who-dreamed-of-becoming-an-officer/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 11:30:24 +0000Muhammad Ibad Hussain of Rajanpur received the honorary rank of sub-lieutenant and visited PNS Khyber with his parents after the naval chief approved his wish.https://startuppakistan.com.pk/el-sayed-tells-vance-he-must-swear-him-in-this-january-and-tells-trump-to-call-him-senator/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/el-sayed-tells-vance-he-must-swear-him-in-this-january-and-tells-trump-to-call-him-senator/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 10:50:14 +0000Abdul El-Sayed invoked the Constitution in a message to JD Vance, saying the vice president would have to administer his oath in January. He also took aim at Donald Trump over his name.https://startuppakistan.com.pk/alan-walker-arrives-in-lahore-pictured-with-alfaz-singers/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/alan-walker-arrives-in-lahore-pictured-with-alfaz-singers/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 09:40:37 +0000The Norwegian DJ and producer known for “Faded” posed with the singers in Lahore, while earlier reports pointed to a possible music collaboration.https://startuppakistan.com.pk/inside-solis-golden-seeds-training-program-global-service-network-and-ci-energy-storage-delivery-capabilities/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/inside-solis-golden-seeds-training-program-global-service-network-and-ci-energy-storage-delivery-capabilities/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 09:32:27 +0000As solar and energy storage projects expand globally, reliable technical support and localized service are essential. At Solis, long-term service excellence means investing in people, strengthening local teams and connecting global expertise with customer needs. From October 14 to 16, 2026, Solis held its first Global Service Golden Seeds Hands-on Training Program at its Ningbo…https://startuppakistan.com.pk/abdul-el-sayed-defeats-trumps-candidate-in-michigan-set-to-become-first-muslim-us-senator/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/abdul-el-sayed-defeats-trumps-candidate-in-michigan-set-to-become-first-muslim-us-senator/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 09:20:36 +0000Democrat Abdul El-Sayed defeated Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan, Discover Pakistan TV reported. He declared victory in Detroit and is due to take office in January.https://startuppakistan.com.pk/pso-outpaces-industry-with-17-8-sales-growth-lifts-market-share-to-45-9-in-q1-fy27/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/pso-outpaces-industry-with-17-8-sales-growth-lifts-market-share-to-45-9-in-q1-fy27/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 07:56:00 +0000Pakistan State Oil Company Limited (PSO) grew its petroleum sales by 17.8% year-on-year (YoY) in the first quarter of FY27, more than double the industry’s growth of 7.1%, and increased its overall market share by 4.2 percentage points to 45.9%. PSO delivered this growth while keeping fuel flowing across Pakistan amid geopolitical tensions, regional shipping…https://startuppakistan.com.pk/ilhan-omar-retains-minnesota-house-seat-after-trumps-attacks/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/ilhan-omar-retains-minnesota-house-seat-after-trumps-attacks/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 07:40:23 +0000Democrat Ilhan Omar has won re-election in Minnesota’s 5th Congressional District. CBS News projects that she defeated Republican John Nagel to secure a fifth term.https://startuppakistan.com.pk/aik-by-bankislami-and-palmpay-pakistan-partner-to-offer-shariah-compliant-smartphone-financing/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/aik-by-bankislami-and-palmpay-pakistan-partner-to-offer-shariah-compliant-smartphone-financing/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 07:22:27 +0000aik, Pakistan’s first fully digital Islamic banking platform launched by BankIslami Pakistan Limited, has partnered with PalmPay Pakistan to introduce Shariah-compliant smartphone financing, offering customers a convenient way to purchase smartphones through easy instalments. The partnership aims to address two key challenges facing Pakistan’s growing smartphone market: device affordability and…https://startuppakistan.com.pk/more-than-shelter-shahid-afridi-foundation-builds-over-750-homes-with-solar-access/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/more-than-shelter-shahid-afridi-foundation-builds-over-750-homes-with-solar-access/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 07:00:21 +0000The Shahid Afridi Foundation says it has completed more than 750 homes across Pakistan. Afridi thanked donors and appealed for further support to help more families become homeowners.https://startuppakistan.com.pk/mobilink-bank-reinforces-leadership-in-digital-banking-and-gender-diversity-wins-two-awards-at-cfa-society-pakistan/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/mobilink-bank-reinforces-leadership-in-digital-banking-and-gender-diversity-wins-two-awards-at-cfa-society-pakistan/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 06:42:58 +0000Mobilink Bank, one of the largest microfinance Banks in Pakistan, has won the ‘Best Digital Banking Services’ honour from CFA Society Pakistan for the fourth year in a row, this time taking the ‘Best Digital Banking Services of the Year 2025’ award in the Telcos category at the 23rd Annual Excellence Awards. Mobilink Bank was…https://startuppakistan.com.pk/pakistani-handicrafts-shine-at-dunhuang-cultural-expo/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/pakistani-handicrafts-shine-at-dunhuang-cultural-expo/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 05:51:11 +0000Pakistani handicrafts are on show at the 9th Silk Road (Dunhuang) International Cultural Expo in northwest China, which runs from 2 to 4 November. Khan Traders, a business run by brothers Naeem Mirza and Munir Muhammad, has brought about 100 handmade pieces in rosewood, brass and stone. They include candy jars, tea tables, jewellery boxes…https://startuppakistan.com.pk/democrats-take-51-senate-seats-ending-trumps-republican-control/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/democrats-take-51-senate-seats-ending-trumps-republican-control/Wed, 04 Nov 2026 05:50:26 +0000Democrats have taken control of the US Senate with 51 seats in the 2026 midterm elections, dealing a setback to Donald Trump’s Republican Party.https://startuppakistan.com.pk/new-record-in-islamabad-kashmir-chowk-underpass-completed-in-just-27-days/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/new-record-in-islamabad-kashmir-chowk-underpass-completed-in-just-27-days/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 22:21:30 +0000Islamabad has set a new record with the Kashmir Chowk underpass completed in just 27 days. Mohsin Naqvi made a late-night surprise visit to the site.https://startuppakistan.com.pk/maryam-nawaz-praises-okra-and-lentils-at-familys-programme-built-home-in-hasan-abdal/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/maryam-nawaz-praises-okra-and-lentils-at-familys-programme-built-home-in-hasan-abdal/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 18:10:35 +0000Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif shared a meal with a Hasan Abdal family who built their home through the Apni Chhat Apna Ghar programme, praising both their peaceful home life and their cooking.https://startuppakistan.com.pk/sealion-6-to-lead-byds-pakistan-assembly-plans-as-sales-pass-10000/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/sealion-6-to-lead-byds-pakistan-assembly-plans-as-sales-pass-10000/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:50:36 +0000HUBCO management says local BYD assembly is targeted for December 2026, starting with the Sealion 6 plug-in hybrid. The plant near Karachi will initially support 25,000 vehicles a year.https://startuppakistan.com.pk/petrol-prices-fall-again-with-a-fresh-rs5-45-cut/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/petrol-prices-fall-again-with-a-fresh-rs5-45-cut/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:19:27 +0000Petrol prices have been reduced again, with the latest cut amounting to Rs5.45.https://startuppakistan.com.pk/zindigi-launches-overseas-accounts-enabling-pakistanis-abroad-to-bank-back-home-without-a-pakistani-sim/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/zindigi-launches-overseas-accounts-enabling-pakistanis-abroad-to-bank-back-home-without-a-pakistani-sim/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:13:33 +0000Zindigi, powered by JS Bank, has announced the launch of Zindigi Overseas Accounts, making it easier for Pakistanis living abroad to open and manage bank accounts in Pakistan, entirely digitally, without requiring a Pakistani mobile number or visiting a bank branch. The launch marks another significant step in Zindigi’s journey towards making banking simpler, more…https://startuppakistan.com.pk/shaza-fatima-wins-global-it-honour-awarded-to-just-one-leader-each-year/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/shaza-fatima-wins-global-it-honour-awarded-to-just-one-leader-each-year/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:10:25 +0000Pakistan’s IT minister has received the Industry Champion of the Year 2026 award as the country reports record IT exports of $4.6 billion and a $3.9 billion sector surplus.https://startuppakistan.com.pk/mohammad-amir-joins-kandahar-warriors-as-british-player-without-needing-pcb-clearance/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/mohammad-amir-joins-kandahar-warriors-as-british-player-without-needing-pcb-clearance/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 16:57:30 +0000Kandahar Warriors selected Mohammad Amir with their first platinum-category pick. His British registration means he does not need PCB clearance, amid reports that Pakistani players will be denied it.https://startuppakistan.com.pk/pakistans-first-locally-developed-faaz-air-to-air-missile-passes-flight-test/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/pakistans-first-locally-developed-faaz-air-to-air-missile-passes-flight-test/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 16:30:26 +0000ISPR announced the successful test on Tuesday, saying Fa’az has advanced terminal guidance to engage aerial targets at longer ranges and give the Pakistan Air Force more operational flexibility.https://startuppakistan.com.pk/dealers-say-refinery-audit-could-make-petrol-rs50-a-litre-cheaper/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/dealers-say-refinery-audit-could-make-petrol-rs50-a-litre-cheaper/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 16:30:17 +0000Petroleum dealers demanded a forensic audit of refinery profits at an emergency meeting in Karachi, claiming consumers could receive relief of Rs40 to Rs50 per litre.https://startuppakistan.com.pk/sindh-starts-pakistans-first-biomass-demonstration-plant-under-3-5-million-project/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/sindh-starts-pakistans-first-biomass-demonstration-plant-under-3-5-million-project/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 15:40:39 +0000The Sajawal facility is the first of four planned demonstration sites, showing how forest and farm residues can become cleaner fuel while supporting rural livelihoods.https://startuppakistan.com.pk/ms-rachel-says-shell-unfollow-celebrities-and-leaders-silent-on-gaza-urges-others-to-join/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/ms-rachel-says-shell-unfollow-celebrities-and-leaders-silent-on-gaza-urges-others-to-join/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 12:40:32 +0000The children’s YouTuber says she will unfollow public figures who have not spoken out about what she calls “the genocide in Gaza” and hopes others will follow her lead.https://startuppakistan.com.pk/sazgars-philippines-plant-role-is-technical-support-not-equity-investment/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/sazgars-philippines-plant-role-is-technical-support-not-equity-investment/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 12:04:01 +0000Sazgar says its distributor owns the Philippines three-wheeler plant. The company will supply knocked-down kits and technical assistance, but has made no equity investment.https://startuppakistan.com.pk/lpg-jumps-56-leaving-lahore-rickshaw-drivers-cutting-meals-as-earnings-shrink/https://startuppakistan.com.pk/lpg-jumps-56-leaving-lahore-rickshaw-drivers-cutting-meals-as-earnings-shrink/Tue, 03 Nov 2026 10:40:23 +0000Traders say two Iranian border closures halted LPG imports. In Lahore, driver Rashid Ali now makes about $3 a day instead of $6.50, and his family has reduced its meals to two a day.