Quick answer: In October 2025, a complete home green meter setup in Pakistan typically lands around Rs. 120,000 when bought as an all-inclusive bundle (meter + basic cabling + documentation). If you buy the meter only, expect to add registration/approvals, cabling, and labour—so your final bill can climb higher depending on city and DISCO. What…
Good news for iPhone lovers in Pakistan! The latest iPhone 17 Series can now be yours through an easy monthly instalment plan starting from just Rs. 33,250. Thanks to Standard Chartered Bank’s SC Aasan Instalment Plan, customers can buy the new iPhone 17 lineup with 0% markup for up to 12 months — making premium…
As of Sunday, 5th October 2025, the Saudi Riyal (SAR) remains steady against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) in both interbank and open markets. According to the latest currency conversion update, 1 Saudi Riyal equals Rs. 75.07 Pakistani Rupees. This real-time exchange rate plays a vital role for overseas Pakistanis sending remittances from Saudi Arabia, as…
ISLAMABAD (October 2025): The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) has introduced a new and improved Cluster Distribution System for October 2025 payments. This system aims to make the disbursement of funds faster, safer, and more transparent for millions of low-income families across Pakistan. With each eligible woman now receiving Rs. 13,500 under the BISP Kafalat…
LAHORE (October 2025): Good news for bike enthusiasts in Pakistan — owning a Honda motorcycle has just become easier! Atlas Honda, in partnership with Standard Chartered Bank (SC), has launched a new SC Aasan Installment Plan that allows customers to buy any Honda bike with 0% markup and pay in easy monthly installments starting from…
KARACHI (Sunday, 5 October 2025): The gold rate in Pakistan continues to stay near record highs as international market prices remain strong. According to the latest data from the Karachi Sarafa Jewellers Association, the per tola gold price (24 Karat) stands at Rs. 409,500, while 10 grams of gold are priced at Rs. 351,090. These…
Lahore (October 2025): The Punjab Government has introduced a mobile driving license service through specially designed vans, making it easier for citizens to obtain or renew their driving licenses without visiting traditional traffic offices. This initiative, launched under the vision of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, aims to bring licensing services directly to people’s doorsteps…
KARACHI (October 2025): The wait is finally over! Apple’s latest iPhone 17 series has officially launched in Pakistan, and the good news is that all models are PTA-approved, meaning buyers won’t need to pay any extra approval fees. The announcement was made by Mercantile Pakistan, Apple’s sole authorized distributor in the country, confirming that the…
Islamabad (October 2025): The federal government of Pakistan has announced a new contributory pension scheme for government employees and the armed forces. This scheme aims to tackle the rising pension burden on the national budget while ensuring long-term financial security for new employees. According to the Ministry of Finance, the government has already set aside…
Lahore (October 2025): The Punjab Government has introduced an offline registration system for the Apni Zameen Apna Ghar (AZAG) Program 2025, allowing low-income families without internet or smartphone access to apply directly through their Assistant Commissioner (AC) offices. This ensures that deserving households across Punjab can participate fairly in this landmark housing scheme. The program,…