MCB Islamic Bank Partners with Visa to Launch Seven Shari’ah-Compliant Debit Cards
MCB Islamic Bank teams up with Visa to introduce seven new Shari’ah-compliant Visa Debit Cards, enhancing digital payment convenience, global acceptance, and financial empowerment for its customers.
Govt Revises Profit Rates Across National Savings Schemes Effective November 2025
The Central Directorate of National Savings has announced revised profit rates across multiple savings schemes, impacting Defence Savings Certificates, Behbood Savings Certificates, Regular Income Certificates, and more, as part of ongoing efforts to align returns with economic conditions.
NIBAF Trains Sindh Bank Staff Through Certified Cash Officers Program to Strengthen Branch Banking Standards
NIBAF Pakistan conducts Certified Cash Officers Program for Sindh Bank employees in Lahore, equipping officers with practical skills in cash management, branch operations, and customer service to support banking efficiency and service excellence.
NIBAF Strengthens FIA Capacity with Focused AML/CFT Knowledge Sharing Session in Islamabad
NIBAF Pakistan conducts AML/CFT capacity-building session for FIA officials, enhancing understanding of financial crime frameworks, regulatory standards, and investigative practices to support national compliance and enforcement goals.
Quwat Services Onboarded on 1LINK’s 1BILL Platform to Boost Digital Bill Payments
Quwat Services Private Limited (QSPL) joins 1LINK’s 1BILL platform as a non-banking initiator, in partnership with Bank Alfalah, to provide secure and convenient digital bill payment solutions across Pakistan.
NIBAF Pakistan Conducts Team Building Training to Enhance Collaboration Among Junior Staff
NIBAF Pakistan organized a focused training session on “Team Building for Junior Staff,” aimed at strengthening communication, trust, and problem-solving skills to improve team performance and workplace productivity.
SBP Innovation Hub Hosts Discussion on Building Trust in Raast Payments with Raza Mateen
The State Bank of Pakistan’s Innovation Hub presents an exclusive discussion on enhancing trust in Raast payments, featuring insights from Raza Mateen, aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s digital payments ecosystem.
FBR Extends Deadline for Manual Tax Filers Amid Push for Full Digital Transition
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) extends the deadline for manual income tax return filers to November 30, 2025, as part of its nationwide initiative to digitize Pakistan’s tax system and provide comprehensive support to taxpayers.
HBL Pakistan Manufacturing PMI Signals Mild Contraction Amid Emerging Green Shoots
The HBL Manufacturing PMI for October indicates a slight contraction in Pakistan’s manufacturing sector, with easing cost pressures and improving business confidence pointing to potential green shoots in the coming months.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Accelerates Pakistan’s Digital and Cashless Economy Initiatives
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif takes decisive steps to advance Pakistan’s digital economy and cashless transactions, with initiatives like ASAAN KHIDMAT and a $10 billion economic target over the next four years.

