BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: The government has moved a step closer to privatising its national flag carrier as four domestic and foreign companies have pre-qualified to bid for a 75% stake in Pakistan International Airlines. An official statement issued here on Thursday confirmed that the buyer will be required to retain …
Read More »FM visits PVARA, signals strong support for Crypto regulation
Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister, Senator Aurangzeb Khan on Thursday made his first official visit to the Pakistan Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (PVARA), underlining the government’s commitment to regulating the rapidly growing digital assets sector. He was briefed on PVARA’s roadmap to implementing a comprehensive regulatory framework for virtual assets. …
Read More »Pakistan produces IMO-compliant VLSFO at scale
BeNewz Report Pakistan has completed its first large-scale production and delivery of IMO-compliant very low sulphur fuel oil (VLSFO), marking a major advance for its maritime and energy sectors. Vitol delivered the cleaner marine fuel on 17 November via its Singapore-flagged barge Marine Ista (DWT 8,722 tonnes), bunkering a vessel …
Read More »FBR to install AI-based cameras across 17 major industrial sectors
Aftab Maken The Senate finance committee saw heated debate as FBR confirmed AI-powered monitoring in sugar, cement and other key sectors, while lawmakers also moved to summon banks over excessive profit under Islamic banking. Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has decided to install AI-based video analytics systems across 17 major …
Read More »BingX shards: A new rewards ecosystem
BeNewz Report PANAMA CITY: BingX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 AI company, is proud to announce BingX Shards Program, its brand-new rewards mechanism for spot trading. With BingX Shards, users can now earn rewards, level up by completing tasks, and unlock exclusive benefits based on their activity levels. BingX …
Read More »Pakistan eyes clean sweep in final ODI vs Sri Lanka
BeNewz Report RAWALPINDI: Pakistan will host Sri Lanka today in the third and final One Day International (ODI) at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, looking to complete a commanding 3–0 series sweep. The Green Shirts already hold an unassailable 2–0 lead after convincing wins in the first two matches. In the first …
Read More »Govt keeps petrol rate, hikes diesel by Rs 6 per litre
BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: The government has raised high-speed diesel to Rs 284.44/litre and kept petrol at Rs 265.45/litre from November 16 for the next fortnight. The federal government on Saturday issued a notification that the price of high-speed diesel (HSD) will increase by Rs 6 per litre to Rs 284.44 …
Read More »Fawad & Mahira promise of a TV comeback
Abdullah Zahid LAHORE: Pakistani superstars Mahira Khan and Fawad Khan recently sat down with Amna Isani and Hassan Chaudhary on Something Haute’s YouTube show, opening up about their enduring on-screen chemistry, the fan frenzy surrounding their pairing, and their upcoming film, Neelofar. The Enduring ‘Fahira’ Phenomenon Despite minimal projects together …
Read More »PSO races to finalize Qatar LNG Cargo diversion deal before deadline
Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: The ECC of the Cabinet has granted Pakistan State Oil (PSO) authorization to finalize a crucial deal with Qatar Energy to divert 24 to 29 Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) cargoes scheduled for delivery in 2026. The deadline to close the agreement is November 15, 2025. The decision …
Read More »Faryal Gohar opens up about marrying to Jamal Shah
Abdullah Zahid LAHORE: Veteran television actor Faryal Gohar recently offered a candid look into her personal life, reflecting on her marriage to celebrated artist and educationist Jamal Shah during an appearance on the morning show Good Morning Pakistan. The iconic actor, known for her roles in classic dramas like Band Gali, Uraan, and Chaand …
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