Halan Microfinance Bank aims to grow its footprint in Pakistan to tap large unbanked population
Halan Microfinance Bank plans to open 100 branches and business units across Pakistan this year to expand its presence in the country’s banking sector and improve access to formal financial…
Kaifeng at night: A lantern-lit journey through time
As night falls, Kaifeng becomes a radiant dreamscape! Lanterns illuminate the sky, transforming the ancient city into a living artwork, reminiscent of a famous Song Dynasty scroll. Enjoy the sea…
Spring tea harvest across China
Farmers pick tea leaves at a tea garden in Xiayanbei Village of Dongming Township, Xinchang County of east China’s Zhejiang Province, March 10, 2025. (Xinhua/Weng Xinyang) A drone photo shows…
Russia, UAE commit $1bn for Pakistan railway sector revitalisation
Russia plans to invest $550-660 million in upgrading Quetta-Taftan railway line, while the UAE is considering a $350-400 million investment in constructing a freight corridor Pakistan’s railway sector, long in…
‘Pakistani designers’ work is exceptional’ — Fashion icon Jimmy Choo visits Lahore
The designer visited fashion ateliers and encouraged designers to participate in major fashion weeks. He’s veritably one of the world’s most famous shoe designers. Fashion royalty. Iconic. It was absolutely…