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Hub Power Company (HUBCO) says its BYD vehicle assembly plant in Pakistan remains on track to begin production in Decemb...
20/10/2026

Hub Power Company (HUBCO) says its BYD vehicle assembly plant in Pakistan remains on track to begin production in December 2026, dismissing concerns about delays.

The facility, developed in partnership with Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD, is expected to target initial sales of 1,000 to 1,500 vehicles per month as production ramps up.

The plant will initially have an annual production capacity of 25,000 vehicles, with plans to expand to 50,000. It will rely on imported components at first, while HUBCO aims to gradually increase local content to as much as 80%, reducing dependence on imports.

The project is expected to create more than 1,100 jobs and support Pakistan’s growing automotive and electric vehicle industry.

Pakistan, Türkiye, Qatar and Indonesia are set to sign a defence industry cooperation agreement in Doha on Wednesday, ai...
20/10/2026

Pakistan, Türkiye, Qatar and Indonesia are set to sign a defence industry cooperation agreement in Doha on Wednesday, aiming to strengthen ties in military technology, training, research and development.

The deal could open new opportunities for the four countries to share expertise and expand cooperation in defence manufacturing.

While the agreement marks a step toward closer defence industrial ties, specific weapons projects, investment amounts and joint production commitments have not yet been announced.

Adrian Hamilton-Manns is set to bring his international aviation experience to Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), mo...
18/10/2026

Adrian Hamilton-Manns is set to bring his international aviation experience to Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), moving from leading low-cost carriers to Pakistan’s full-service national airline.

He previously served as CEO of Oman’s SalamAir and Kazakhstan’s FlyArystan, where he gained experience in airline management, commercial growth and budget travel.

With nearly 30 years in aviation, Hamilton-Manns has also held senior roles at India’s IndiGo, South African Airways, Virgin Australia’s Pacific Blue and Indonesia’s Mandala Airlines.

A Karachi-based startup called Paani+ is developing products to help Pakistan manage floods, water shortages and liquid ...
15/10/2026

A Karachi-based startup called Paani+ is developing products to help Pakistan manage floods, water shortages and liquid waste.

Founded by Haseeb Ansari after his own home was flooded, the company is trying to turn everyday water problems into practical solutions for households, farmers and hospitals.

Its FloodGuard product is designed to act as a temporary barrier against floodwater. The company says a bag weighing around 300 grams can absorb fresh water and expand to 15–20 kilograms within three to five minutes.

Paani+ also offers GrowMate+, a soil treatment designed to retain irrigation water, and MediSorb products that help absorb and contain liquid spills in healthcare settings.

iCube by Yellostone, an Apple Authorised Reseller, has opened a new store at SEE3 Plaza, next to Jazz HQ in Islamabad’s ...
14/10/2026

iCube by Yellostone, an Apple Authorised Reseller, has opened a new store at SEE3 Plaza, next to Jazz HQ in Islamabad’s New Blue Area.

The store opened on October 12, attracting customers interested in Apple’s latest devices, especially the iPhone 18 Pro series. Visitors can explore iPhones, MacBooks, iPads, Apple Watches and AirPods, with personalised guidance to help them choose the right products.

The store offers a two-year warranty and protection plan on iPhone 17 and iPhone 18 series purchases, while MacBook and iPad purchases include a two-year warranty. The plans are backed by Mercantile Pakistan, according to the announcement. iCube aims to provide customers with genuine Apple products, expert advice and after-sales support.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has met Lieutenant General (Retired) Nauman Mahmood, the first Secretary General of the Me...
14/10/2026

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has met Lieutenant General (Retired) Nauman Mahmood, the first Secretary General of the Mecca Defense Alliance, in Islamabad.

During the meeting, the prime minister extended his best wishes and reaffirmed Pakistan’s support for Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty, defence and territorial integrity under the alliance.

The reported trilateral pact brings together Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye under a collective defence framework. According to the information provided, the agreement was signed on August 7, 2026, and activated in early October following Houthi threats against Saudi targets. The alliance is intended to strengthen defence coordination and strategic cooperation among the three countries.

Pakistan is set to lead the alliance’s Riyadh-based secretariat for its initial three-year term. The meeting focused on advancing defence cooperation as the alliance moves towards operational implementation. Further details about its command structure and specific operational arrangements have not been provided.

13/10/2026

Pakistan’s Army has successfully test-fired the extended-range version of its Fatah-2 missile system, according to an official announcement.

The weapon features advanced navigation and avionics designed to improve accuracy and flight control. The extended-range version is intended to expand the Army’s ability to strike targets at greater distances.

According to the military, the Fatah-2 ER is designed to follow a manoeuvrable flight path that can help it evade enemy missile defence systems.

The test was witnessed by the Commander of the Army Rocket Force Command, senior Army officers, scientists and engineers.

12/10/2026

Islamabad’s new Daanish IT Park is designed to become a major technology hub, featuring 120 IT company offices, 15 startup incubation offices, research and development labs, and a Tier III data centre.

The facility also plans to offer legal, financial and marketing support, virtual classrooms, an auditorium and links between universities and industry. Its goal is to support startups, attract global technology companies and boost Pakistan’s IT exports.

BYD is exploring the introduction of its 1,500kW FLASH ultra-fast EV charging technology in Pakistan through discussions...
10/10/2026

BYD is exploring the introduction of its 1,500kW FLASH ultra-fast EV charging technology in Pakistan through discussions with Mega Motor Company. The system can charge compatible electric vehicles from 10% to 70% in just five minutes and up to 97% in nine minutes.

Meanwhile, BYD’s local assembly plant is targeted to begin operations in the second half of 2026, with an initial annual capacity of 25,000 vehicles and potential expansion to 50,000. However, neither the charging rollout nor the start of local production has been confirmed.

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