Pakistan TV Satellite

ISLAMABAD: Information Minister Attaullah Tarar has said a truly futuristic approach is essential to move forward. Speaking at PTV Home&rsquo;s programme &lsquo;Rising Pakistan&rsquo; on the occasion of the channel&rsquo;s 61st anniversary, Attaullah Tarar said new platforms are being created to connect Gen Z with PTV. The minister said during Pakistan-India war, it was realized that there was a need to start channels as a stratcom tool. &ldquo;We are encouraging private sector channels as well,&rdquo; he said. Attaullah Tarar said Pakistan TV Satellite has a fresh and new look and &ldquo;our stories are being quoted by international media outlets like BBC and Reuters&rdquo;. He said our strategic and geopolitical situation is such that exclusive stories from here have international significance.&ldquo;We brought new vigour in English media, whether it be digital or satellite,&rdquo; he said. Attaullah Tarar said very capable women were heading most departments in PTV, adding that it is a women-led initiative in the information domain.He said in sports, we got exclusive rights of many series through which we generated revenue. The minister said a sustainable model is needed.&nbsp; He went on to say that we are trying to do collaboration with the private sector for PTV Home. &ldquo;We can make good dramas and do collaborations with the private sector under profit-cost sharing basis,&rdquo; he said, adding that public-private partnership is a way forward. He said those who are leaders in entertainment in private sector should be invited to collaborate with PTV. The minister said today all those who are leading the entertainment industry say they started from PTV. He added that PTV has given birth to the entertainment, sports and news industries. Attaullah Tarar said he does not believe in criticism for the sake of criticism, adding that there should be constructive criticism to bring reforms. He said the private sector will be strongly encouraged in media projects, adding that Pakistan Idol was launched as private sector collaboration at a minimum cost. The information minister said the government aims to expand youth involvement through private sector programmes.

Speaking at PTV Home’s programme ‘Rising Pakistan’ on the occasion of the channel’s 61st anniversary, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said new platforms are being created to connect Gen Z with PTV. (Photo: Pakistan TV Satellite)

SAT News Desk

Speaking at an event marking PTV's 61st anniversary, the information minister said new platforms are being created to connect Gen Z with PTV.

Moving forward with futuristic approach is essential: Tarar

MUMBAI: Bitter rivals India and Pakistan have been clubbed together in the same group and will play each other on February 15 in Colombo in the T20 World Cup 2026, cricket&#39;s world body announced Tuesday.&nbsp;Defending champions India and Pakistan have been placed in Group A in the 20-team competition being co-hosted by Sri Lanka, according to the schedule released by the International Cricket Council in Mumbai.&nbsp;It will be the first time the two teams play each other since their three heated contests at the 2025 Asia Cup in the UAE, where they skipped the customary handshake at the toss and post-match greetings.&nbsp;The Asia Cup was the first time they had met since deadly border conflict between the nuclear-armed neighbors in May.&nbsp;The T20 World Cup will see Pakistan playing all their matches in Sri Lanka, part of a compromise deal that allows both India and Pakistan to play at neutral venues in multi-nation tournaments.&nbsp;Matches in the tournament will be held from February 7 across five venues in India and three in Sri Lanka.&nbsp;The tournament will use the same format as 2024, 20 teams in four groups, ahead of a Super Eights phase, with the top two finishers from each group making it to the playoffs.&nbsp;The final will be played on March 8 either in Ahmedabad or Colombo, depending on whether Pakistan go all the way.

Cricket

India and Pakistan will meet on February 15 in Colombo after being grouped together for the 2026 T20 World Cup, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. Their fixtures will be held at neutral venues under an agreed arrangement.

India and Pakistan set for group-stage clash in T20 World Cup

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Monday denounced Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh&rsquo;s recent comments about Sindh, calling them &ldquo;delusional&rdquo; and &ldquo;dangerously revisionist&rdquo; and warning that such statements threaten regional stability.&nbsp;The Foreign Office said Singh&rsquo;s remarks reflected &ldquo;an expansionist Hindutva mindset that seeks to challenge established realities&rdquo; and violate international law and the sovereignty of states.&nbsp;The statement came after Singh was quoted by Indian media as saying: &ldquo;Today, the land of Sindh may not be a part of India, but civilisationally, Sindh will always be a part of India. And as far as land is concerned, borders can change. Who knows, tomorrow Sindh may return to India again.&rdquo;&nbsp;He was also cited as claiming that Hindu community in Sindh of his generation had &ldquo;never fully accepted the province&rsquo;s accession to Pakistan.&rdquo;&nbsp;Islamabad rejected these assertions outright, urging Indian leaders to refrain from rhetoric that could inflame tensions.&nbsp;&ldquo;We urge Mr. Rajnath Singh and other Indian leaders to refrain from provocative rhetoric that threatens regional peace and stability,&rdquo; the Foreign Office said, arguing the Indian government would be &ldquo;far more constructive&rdquo; if it focused on protecting its own citizens, especially &ldquo;vulnerable minority communities.&rdquo;&nbsp;The statement also criticized the treatment of communities in India&rsquo;s northeast, noting that many continue to face &ldquo;systematic marginalization, identity-based persecution, and cycles of state-enabled violence.&rdquo;&nbsp;Reiterating its longstanding position on Kashmir, Pakistan called on India to take &ldquo;credible steps toward the genuine resolution of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute in accordance with UN Security Council resolutions and the aspirations of the Kashmiri people under occupation.&rdquo;&nbsp;Islamabad added that while it remains committed to peace based on &ldquo;justice, equity and established international legal norms,&rdquo; it is &ldquo;firmly resolved to safeguard its security, national independence and sovereignty.&rdquo;&nbsp;The exchange marks the latest in a series of diplomatic tensions between the nuclear-armed neighbors, underscoring how historical grievances, territorial disputes and identity-based politics continue to shape regional discourse.

Foreign Affairs

Islamabad condemns Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh’s Sindh comments as “dangerously revisionist,” urging India to avoid provocative rhetoric and address internal grievances while reiterating its stance on Kashmir.

Pakistan denounces Indian minister’s remarks on Sindh, warns of destabilization

Faraz Saeed

As public transportation costs worldwide continue to rise, Pakistan stands out as a rare exception. A study by an Australian research firm analyzing fare structures across 123 countries ranks Pakistan among the most affordable countries for daily commuters. According to the 2025 World Public Transport Cost Index, Pakistan ranks fifth cheapest globally, placing it well ahead of many wealthier regions where transport costs have risen sharply in recent years.&nbsp; The report underscores stark disparities in global fare affordability, revealing that while some nations are rapidly becoming unaffordable for ordinary commuters, others, like Pakistan, have retained comparatively affordable transit pricing. At the upper end of the index sits Iceland, ranked as the world&rsquo;s most expensive country for public transport, where a single ride can cost more than Rs1,500.&nbsp; The report notes that countries such as Switzerland, the Netherlands, Denmark, Sweden, and Norway also feature prominently among the costliest, reflecting the high price of mobility across much of Europe.&nbsp; The United Kingdom, New Zealand, Australia, and Finland further round out the top tier of expensive transport markets. In sharp contrast, Luxembourg remains the cheapest country in the world, offering entirely free public transport, a policy that has placed it at the very bottom of the cost index. It is followed by Nicaragua, Sri Lanka, Syria, and then Pakistan, solidifying Pakistan&rsquo;s position among the most affordable nations for commuters. While Pakistan has successfully kept transport costs within reach for everyday citizens, the report highlights a notable regional comparison: India. Despite its massive reliance on buses, metros, and local trains, India ranks significantly lower in affordability, at 17th in the index.&nbsp; The findings come at a time when inflation pressures, fuel costs, and rising operational expenses have compelled many governments worldwide to raise fares, significantly affecting accessibility and mobility for the working class. Pakistan&rsquo;s ability to keep public transportation affordable offers an important counter-narrative within this global trend.

In public transportation, Pakistan ranks among the most affordable countries for daily commuters

Economy

 The 2025 World Public Transport Cost Index, a study by an Australian research firm analyzing fare structures across 123 countries, ranks Pakistan among the most affordable nations for daily commuters.

Pakistan among world’s most affordable countries for public transport: report

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan&rsquo;s southern Sindh province this week presented &ldquo;the world&rsquo;s largest climate-resilient housing reconstruction programme&rdquo; at COP30 in Bel&eacute;m, showcasing the Sindh People&rsquo;s Housing for Flood Affectees (SPHF) as a global model for gender-responsive climate recovery.&nbsp;Launched in the aftermath of Pakistan&rsquo;s devastating 2022 floods, which displaced more than 15 million people, SPHF aims to rebuild 2.1 million multi-hazard-resistant homes, directly benefiting more people than the populations of 154 countries, according to program leadership.&nbsp;The 2022 floods devastated Sindh, affecting over 14.5 million people and causing the highest share of Pakistan&rsquo;s national losses, according to official estimates by provincial disaster management authorities.&nbsp;&nbsp;Up to 2.1 million houses were damaged or destroyed, hundreds of lives were lost, and more than 8,000 people injured. The floods also killed 1.2 million livestock, destroyed 3.6 million acres of cropland, and damaged over 13,000 kilometers of roads, disrupting livelihoods and food security.&nbsp;Sindh bore the largest portion of Pakistan&rsquo;s economic losses, highlighting the urgent need for climate-resilient reconstruction.&nbsp;Speaking at the COP30 side event Women Leading Climate Action in Sindh through SPHF, Khalid Mehmood Shaikh, the program chief, emphasized the initiative&rsquo;s unprecedented reach and people-centered design.&nbsp;He said the program&rsquo;s success was &ldquo;rooted in strong political will and the engagement of the best private sector partners,&rdquo; noting that transparency and digital monitoring were central to its implementation.&nbsp;Shaikh explained that SPHF began with $500 million from the World Bank and Rs50 billion ($178.2 million) from the Government of Sindh, but the initial allocation was not enough to meet the massive reconstruction need.&nbsp;&ldquo;While the initial funding was not sufficient to construct 2.1 million houses, a robust system was established&hellip; Through these efforts, SPHF mobilized $2 billion to achieve the entire reconstruction target,&rdquo; he said, citing additional financing from the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), and further support from the World Bank.&nbsp;Shaikh reported significant on-ground progress: &ldquo;Under the SPHF program, we have opened 1.5 million bank accounts, 1.45 million houses are under construction, and completed 650,000 fully constructed houses.&rdquo;&nbsp;&ldquo;A scale of climate-resilient recovery unmatched globally.&rdquo;&nbsp;He highlighted that 800,000 women are direct beneficiaries, with land titles for each house issued in women&rsquo;s names, describing this as &ldquo;the largest residential asset transfer in the history of Pakistan,&rdquo; aimed at securing long-term resilience for &ldquo;those most vulnerable to climate change, including women-headed households, widows, and elderly women.&rdquo;&nbsp;The program drew strong commendations from international development partners.&nbsp;Noelle O&rsquo;Brien, director of Climate Change at ADB, said, &ldquo;SPHF demonstrates what true resilience in action looks like, placing women at the center of adaptation, finance, and governance.&rdquo;&nbsp;She added that this is &ldquo;the kind of scalable, gender-responsive model the world needs,&rdquo; emphasizing the importance of linking financial inclusion, resilient infrastructure, and community leadership to reduce long-term vulnerability.&nbsp;Daouda Ben Oumar Ndiaye, manager of the Climate Change &amp; Environment Division at IsDB, said the bank was &ldquo;proud to support this initiative,&rdquo; calling it a benchmark for global climate adaptation.&nbsp;&ldquo;IsDB&rsquo;s focus on gender integration ensures women, widows, and the elderly are not only included but prioritized,&rdquo; he said, adding that the bank is working to create synergies in Sindh through integrated health and women&rsquo;s empowerment projects.&nbsp;SPHF&rsquo;s reconstruction efforts extend beyond housing.&nbsp;A large-scale Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) component valued at $600 million is underway to deliver clean water and sanitation facilities to 4,000 villages and 450,000 households.&nbsp;Program leaders said the WASH initiative is essential for addressing vulnerability in communities repeatedly affected by climate-driven disasters.&nbsp;Technology forms a central pillar of the program&rsquo;s governance model. SPHF&rsquo;s management system facilitates direct bank transfers, real-time progress monitoring, and digital verification to strengthen transparency, enable financial inclusion, and reduce leakages.&nbsp;As governments and global institutions at COP30 explore pathways for equitable climate action, SPHF was presented as a replicable example of large-scale, gender-responsive climate recovery.&nbsp;Its combination of public-private partnerships, digital transparency, and community empowerment was offered as a blueprint for climate-vulnerable nations seeking resilient and inclusive reconstruction models.

Pakistan’s southern Sindh province showcased its SPHF program at COP30 as a global model for climate-resilient, gender-focused reconstruction after the 2022 floods, mobilizing $2 billion to rebuild 2.1 million homes, empower women, and set a benchmark for inclusive recovery.

At COP30, Pakistan’s Sindh unveils ambitious climate-resilient housing blueprint

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and China reaffirmed their strategic partnership and explored deeper cooperation in the energy and mineral sectors during a meeting at the Chinese embassy in Islamabad on Wednesday, according to an official statement.&nbsp;The information ministry said Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik met China&rsquo;s Ambassador to Pakistan, Jiang Zaidong, to discuss mutual support, economic collaboration, and a shared commitment to regional stability and prosperity.&nbsp;Malik extended a formal invitation for China to participate in the Pakistan Mineral Investment Forum (PMIF) 2026, stressing that the mining sector remains a national priority and offers &ldquo;significant opportunities for expanding bilateral cooperation.&rdquo;&nbsp;Ambassador Zaidong welcomed the invitation, stating, &ldquo;We will encourage the heads of our relevant institutions to participate in the Pakistan Mineral Investment Forum.&rdquo;&nbsp;He noted that mining remains a key pillar of China-Pakistan collaboration, highlighting the strong presence of Chinese companies in Pakistan&rsquo;s petroleum and mineral sectors, including the Saindak and Siadak projects.&nbsp;Malik reaffirmed Pakistan&rsquo;s support for China, including its stance on China&rsquo;s sovereignty and regional stability.&nbsp;Zaidong praised Pakistan&rsquo;s reform efforts, saying, &ldquo;We are committed to supporting Pakistan&rsquo;s development and will continue to facilitate the economic development of the people of Pakistan through our cooperation.&rdquo;&nbsp;The meeting concluded with both sides expressing a firm commitment to further strengthen their all-weather strategic partnership through increased investment and expanded collaboration in the mining and energy sectors.

Pakistan and China reaffirmed their strategic partnership, focusing on energy and mineral cooperation. Both sides discussed economic collaboration, regional stability, and investment opportunities, including the Pakistan Mineral Investment Forum 2026, highlighting ongoing Chinese projects in Pakistan.

Pakistan, China deepen energy and mineral cooperation to strengthen strategic partnership

<p style='margin: 0px; font-family: "Atlassian Sans", ui-sans-serif, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Ubuntu, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem; line-height: 2; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.005em; text-overflow: ellipsis; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: rgb(41, 42, 46); font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;' id="isPasted">LAHORE: Pakistan&rsquo;s automotive industry is shifting decisively into recovery mode, with October sales of cars, vans, pickups, and SUVs rising to 17,333 units, a 32% year-on-year increase and a 1% month-on-month uptick, according to data from the Pakistan Automotive Manufacturers Association (PAMA).<p style='margin: 0.75rem 0px 0px; font-family: "Atlassian Sans", ui-sans-serif, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Ubuntu, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem; line-height: 2; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.005em; text-overflow: ellipsis; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: rgb(41, 42, 46); font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;'>Cumulative sales for the first four months of FY26 reached 59,600 units, up 46% from 40,693 in the same period last year. A surge driven by economic stability and renewed consumer confidence.<p style='margin: 0.75rem 0px 0px; font-family: "Atlassian Sans", ui-sans-serif, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Ubuntu, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem; line-height: 2; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.005em; text-overflow: ellipsis; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: rgb(41, 42, 46); font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;'>&ldquo;After a period of uncertainty, the market is showing strong signs of recovery,&rdquo; said Waqas Ghani, head of research at JS Global and Pakistan TV Digital. He attributed the upbeat trend to improving macroeconomic conditions.<p style='margin: 0.75rem 0px 0px; font-family: "Atlassian Sans", ui-sans-serif, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Ubuntu, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem; line-height: 2; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.005em; text-overflow: ellipsis; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: rgb(41, 42, 46); font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;'>&ldquo;A stable rupee, easing inflation, and lower borrowing costs are encouraging buyers to return to the market.&rdquo;<p style='margin: 0.75rem 0px 0px; font-family: "Atlassian Sans", ui-sans-serif, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Ubuntu, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem; line-height: 2; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.005em; text-overflow: ellipsis; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: rgb(41, 42, 46); font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;'>Ghani explained that the turnaround stems from both supply and demand improvements.<p style='margin: 0.75rem 0px 0px; font-family: "Atlassian Sans", ui-sans-serif, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Ubuntu, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem; line-height: 2; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.005em; text-overflow: ellipsis; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: rgb(41, 42, 46); font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;'>&ldquo;If we go back to 2022, there were import restrictions, plants were shutting down, and supply chains were disrupted. That is no longer the case. Production lines are now up and running,&rdquo; he said.<p style='margin: 0.75rem 0px 0px; font-family: "Atlassian Sans", ui-sans-serif, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Ubuntu, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem; line-height: 2; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.005em; text-overflow: ellipsis; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: rgb(41, 42, 46); font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;'>On the demand side, he added, &ldquo;Disposable incomes are improving, and with inflation falling and interest rates down 11%, auto loans have become more accessible. These factors combined have fueled the surge in sales.&rdquo;<p style='margin: 0.75rem 0px 0px; font-family: "Atlassian Sans", ui-sans-serif, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Ubuntu, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem; line-height: 2; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.005em; text-overflow: ellipsis; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: rgb(41, 42, 46); font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;'>Still, the recovery is uneven. PAMA data shows Pakistan Suzuki Motor Company (PSMC) recorded an 18% MoM decline in October, driven by a company-wide reset and discontinuation of models such as Ravi, Bolan, Every VX, and Wagon R.<p style='margin: 0.75rem 0px 0px; font-family: "Atlassian Sans", ui-sans-serif, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Ubuntu, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem; line-height: 2; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.005em; text-overflow: ellipsis; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: rgb(41, 42, 46); font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;'>Swift sales fell 17%, Ravi plunged 84%, and Every dropped 28%, while Bolan has posted no sales since May 2025. Even so, PSMC&rsquo;s YoY sales edged up 1%, and its July&ndash;October total rose 33% YoY to 27,234 units, underscoring resilience amid restructuring.<p style='margin: 0.75rem 0px 0px; font-family: "Atlassian Sans", ui-sans-serif, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Ubuntu, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem; line-height: 2; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.005em; text-overflow: ellipsis; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: rgb(41, 42, 46); font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;'>In sharp contrast, Indus Motor Company (IMC) delivered the strongest gains, posting 44% MoM growth to 4,529 units. Corolla, Yaris, and Cross models collectively rose 41% MoM and 78% YoY to 3,742 units, while Fortuner and IMVs climbed 58% MoM and 83% YoY to 787 units.<p style='margin: 0.75rem 0px 0px; font-family: "Atlassian Sans", ui-sans-serif, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Ubuntu, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem; line-height: 2; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.005em; text-overflow: ellipsis; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: rgb(41, 42, 46); font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;'>IMC&rsquo;s four-month sales surged 66% YoY to 14,418 units, driven by robust demand for sedans and SUVs.<p style='margin: 0.75rem 0px 0px; font-family: "Atlassian Sans", ui-sans-serif, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Ubuntu, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem; line-height: 2; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.005em; text-overflow: ellipsis; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: rgb(41, 42, 46); font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;'>Hyundai Nishat recorded the highest YoY growth among automakers, rising 82% to 1,086 units, led by Tucson and Elantra, though MoM sales dipped 8%. Its four-month total reached 4,698 units, up 81% YoY.<p style='margin: 0.75rem 0px 0px; font-family: "Atlassian Sans", ui-sans-serif, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Ubuntu, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem; line-height: 2; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.005em; text-overflow: ellipsis; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: rgb(41, 42, 46); font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;'>Speaking to Pakistan TV Digital, Umair Shahid of Hyundai Central Sales said the improvement is closely tied to monetary easing. &ldquo;Sales have increased thanks to the fall in bank interest rates,&rdquo; he said.<p style='margin: 0.75rem 0px 0px; font-family: "Atlassian Sans", ui-sans-serif, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Ubuntu, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem; line-height: 2; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.005em; text-overflow: ellipsis; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: rgb(41, 42, 46); font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;'>Shahid added that in-house financing has strengthened the upswing: &ldquo;Hyundai is offering promotions, including easy monthly installments and even 0%-markup purchase options, making it easier for customers to acquire vehicles.&rdquo;<p style='margin: 0.75rem 0px 0px; font-family: "Atlassian Sans", ui-sans-serif, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Ubuntu, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem; line-height: 2; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.005em; text-overflow: ellipsis; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: rgb(41, 42, 46); font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;'>Honda Atlas Cars Limited (HACL) also posted strong results, with 72% YoY and 13% MoM growth in October, driven by steady demand for City and Civic models. Four-month sales rose 54% YoY to 7,487 units.<p style='margin: 0.75rem 0px 0px; font-family: "Atlassian Sans", ui-sans-serif, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Ubuntu, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem; line-height: 2; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.005em; text-overflow: ellipsis; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: rgb(41, 42, 46); font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;'>Growth extended beyond passenger cars. Two- and three-wheeler sales increased 20% YoY and 4% MoM in October to 165,500 units, nearing a four-year high. Atlas Honda Limited set a new benchmark with 140,178 CD70 units sold, surpassing its September 2025 record.<p style='margin: 0.75rem 0px 0px; font-family: "Atlassian Sans", ui-sans-serif, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Ubuntu, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem; line-height: 2; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.005em; text-overflow: ellipsis; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: rgb(41, 42, 46); font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;'>The agriculture and commercial sectors also saw momentum. Tractor sales jumped 67% YoY and 265% MoM to 2,886 units, buoyed by the Punjab Green Tractor Scheme, though four-month numbers slipped 15% YoY to 5,867 units. Truck and bus sales rose 118% YoY, despite a 7% MoM decline, bringing four-month totals to 2,630 units, up 106% YoY.<p style='margin: 0.75rem 0px 0px; font-family: "Atlassian Sans", ui-sans-serif, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Ubuntu, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem; line-height: 2; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.005em; text-overflow: ellipsis; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: rgb(41, 42, 46); font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;'>Looking ahead, analysts expect the upward trajectory to continue. In her latest report, Myesha Sohail of Topline Securities wrote: &ldquo;Lower interest rates and the launch of new models &mdash; conventional, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid- are expected to sustain momentum in FY26.&rdquo;<p style='margin: 0.75rem 0px 0px; font-family: "Atlassian Sans", ui-sans-serif, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Ubuntu, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem; line-height: 2; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: -0.005em; text-overflow: ellipsis; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: rgb(41, 42, 46); font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;'>With rising demand across sedans, SUVs, motorcycles, tractors, and commercial vehicles, Pakistan&rsquo;s auto market appears poised for a high-powered year, signalling renewed confidence for manufacturers, dealers, and consumers alike.

File - Hyundai dealership in Lahore on November 15, 2025. (Faraz Saeed/ Pakistan TV Digital)

Analysts cite improved economic conditions, lower interest rates, restored production, and growing consumer confidence as key drivers behind the surge in cars, SUVs, motorcycles, and commercial vehicles.

Pakistan’s automotive sector hits high gear as sales surge nationwide

ISLAMABAD: Despite all odds, differently-abled squash player Sana Bahadur remains determined to chase her dream of becoming one of Pakistan&rsquo;s top players. Talking to Pakistan TV, Sher Bahadur, Sana&rsquo;s father, said his daughter&rsquo;s remarkable journey into squash began purely by chance. &ldquo;Sometimes, the most extraordinary journeys begin by accident,&rdquo; he said.&nbsp; &ldquo;We had gone to visit a school, and there we met someone who took us to the Hashim Khan Squash Complex. Children were playing on the courts, and that&rsquo;s where Sana and her brother Saifullah saw the game for the first time. They immediately showed interest.&rdquo; <div class="fr-embed"><div class="twitter-tweet twitter-tweet-rendered" style="display: flex; max-width: 560px; width: 100%; margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px;"><iframe id="twitter-widget-2" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" style="position: static; visibility: visible; width: 560px; height: 316px; display: block; flex-grow: 1;" title="X Post" src="https://platform.twitter.com/embed/Tweet.html?dnt=false&embedId=twitter-widget-2&features=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%3D%3D&frame=false&hideCard=false&hideThread=false&id=1987926525484876197&lang=en&maxWidth=560px&origin=https%3A%2F%2Fmain.d1wrm1qseko1cp.amplifyapp.com%2Farticles%2F2080%2F&sessionId=fc900c825f898943a61dbb113734b95e52d540cb&theme=light&widgetsVersion=2615f7e52b7e0%3A1702314776716&width=550px">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</iframe></div></div> Encouraged by squash legend Qamar Zaman, the family decided to bring the children to the complex. &ldquo;From day one, Sana showed an unusual passion. It felt natural as if she was born for this game,&rdquo; her father recalled proudly. That spark quickly turned into dedication. Through relentless practice and focus, Sana began to make her mark, showcasing a blend of talent, determination and discipline that set her apart. Sher Bahadur said competing with top players from Malaysia, Egypt, the US, and Australia has improved her game significantly. Since she began playing squash a decade ago, Sana has won nearly a dozen national titles while competing internationally in Australia and the United States, where she reached a career-high PSA world ranking of 212. <img src="https://paktv-assets-7d41fab8.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/uploads/08fb55ed-71f0-46de-944c-7e5139fbacfb-8dd8099e-ffbd-49f2-bbe6-3934f20ef123.jpg" alt="8dd8099e-ffbd-49f2-bbe6-3934f20ef123.jpg" class="fr-fil fr-dib"><figcaption class="caption-cover-image text-sm text-gray-600 italic">Pakistan&rsquo;s differently-abled squash player Sana Bahadur defies all odds while competing in the U-19 Squash Tournament in Islamabad on March 15, 2022.</figcaption> &ldquo;We are focusing on her physical training and planning to play more tournaments abroad; maybe in the US or England,&rdquo; Sher Bahadur said, adding that with continued effort, we will see her among the top 20 or 30 players in the world within the next couple of years. Behind Sana&rsquo;s journey lies a family&rsquo;s faith, sacrifice and belief in her potential.&nbsp; Her rise reflects not just personal success but the enduring spirit of Pakistan&rsquo;s squash legacy &mdash; one that still burns bright in the next generation of champions.

Since she began playing squash a decade ago, Sana Bahadur has won nearly a dozen national titles while competing internationally in Australia and the United States.

From chance to champion: Journey of Pakistan’s differently-abled squash prodigy

LAHORE: In a groundbreaking move for Pakistan&rsquo;s capital markets, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), in partnership with the National Clearing Company of Pakistan Limited and the Central Depository Company of Pakistan Limited (CDC), has introduced new guidelines that allow minors under the age of 18 to open trading accounts.&nbsp; The initiative, developed under the oversight of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), is designed to empower Pakistan&#39;s youth with the tools to build financial literacy and increase participation in the country&rsquo;s capital markets. The move has been welcomed as a step toward &quot;facilitating financial inclusion for the next generation,&quot; the SECP stated on its official Twitter handle. The step is part of a broader effort to instill a culture of saving, investing, and financial discipline at an early age. Minors, with the help of their natural or court-appointed guardians, will now be able to access Pakistan&rsquo;s capital markets, marking a significant shift in how young people engage with their financial futures. Opening trading account made easyAs per the PSX notice, minors can open trading accounts under the supervision of a guardian. The guardian, whether a parent or a legally appointed representative, will manage the account, make investment decisions, and ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines.&nbsp; This model protects young investors from potential risks in the unregulated world of stock trading, offering them a structured, safe, and educational experience. The notice states that opening a minor&#39;s trading account is simple. Guardians are required to submit necessary documentation, including the minor&#39;s National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) juvenile card or a child registration certificate. If the guardian is not a parent, a court-appointed guardianship certificate will be needed.&nbsp; Once the account is established, the guardian assumes full control over all transactions, while the minor gains exposure to the stock market under careful oversight. To protect young investors, certain limitations have been put in place. Minors will not be allowed to engage in high-risk activities such as trading in futures contracts or leveraged products. This helps ensure that young investors are shielded from volatile market instruments while they learn the basics of investing. Account transition as minors turn 18A key feature of this initiative is the seamless transition from a minor&#39;s trading account to a regular account upon turning 18. Upon reaching adulthood, the minor will gain full control over their account and be able to make independent investment decisions. The transfer process will include the transfer of assets, with clear guidelines to manage any tax implications and avoid unintended capital gains tax issues. This feature ensures continuity in the investment journey, enabling young investors to carry on with their portfolios once they come of age without disruption to their financial planning. Young people and money management&nbsp;Industry experts believe that the introduction of minor trading accounts will have a long-lasting impact on Pakistan&rsquo;s investment culture.&nbsp; Experts believe that introducing minor trading accounts could have a lasting impact on Pakistan&#39;s investment culture.&nbsp; Senior stockbroker and former chairman of Pakistan Stock Brokers Association Dr Yasir Mahmood, talking to Pakistan TV Digital, said, &ldquo;With financial literacy still relatively low in the country, this initiative provides an opportunity to teach young people about the importance of saving, investing, and managing money.&rdquo;&nbsp; By engaging minors in the capital markets, the &ldquo;PSX is not only preparing them for their financial futures but also contributing to the development of a more financially responsible society,&rdquo; he added. Securing financial futuresThe PSX&rsquo;s decision to allow minors to open trading accounts is expected to broaden participation in Pakistan&rsquo;s capital markets, especially among younger generations.&nbsp; CDC officials talking to Pakistan TV Digital also expressed their support for the initiative, noting that it offers an exciting opportunity for parents and guardians to involve children in their financial decisions. By teaching children the value of money and investing at an early age, families can give their children a head start in securing their financial futures.&nbsp; The regulated nature of the investment process ensures that the youth can begin their journey toward financial independence in a safe environment, ultimately contributing to a more investment-savvy generation.

According to the new guidelines, minors aged 18 or younger can now open trading accounts; the move is expected to help broaden participation in Pakistan’s capital markets by younger generations.

Pakistan Stock Exchange enables financial inclusion for minors

ISLAMABAD: The FIFA senior vice president, Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa, on Thursday said he is looking forward to visiting Pakistan and Pakistan TV again. He said this during his visit to Pakistan TV, where he was briefed about the channel&rsquo;s operations.&nbsp; Sheikh Salman is on an official four-day visit to Pakistan from November 4-7 and has been accorded &lsquo;state guest&rsquo; status by the Pakistani government.&nbsp; Highlighting the crucial role media plays, he appreciated Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the Minister of Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar&rsquo;s vision of having a quality 24/7 international broadcasting channel in Pakistan. <img src="https://paktv-assets-7d41fab8.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/uploads/e54bd167-b07f-4868-85f6-15595eb22d5a-sattv_meeting_251106x.png" alt="Head of Pakistan TV Adil Shahzeb welcomes FIFA Senior Vice President Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa during his visit to Pakistan TV in Islamabad on November&nbsp;6,&nbsp;2025." class="fr-fic fr-dib"><figcaption style="text-align: center;" id="isPasted">Head of Pakistan TV Adil Shahzeb welcomes FIFA Senior Vice President Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa during his visit to Pakistan TV in Islamabad on November 6, 2025. (Photo: Pakistan TV Satellite)</figcaption> In an exclusive interview with Pakistan TV, the FIFA senior vice president said Pakistan possesses remarkable football talent and affirmed FIFA&rsquo;s commitment to providing all necessary support and resources to promote the sport&rsquo;s growth in the country and ensure equal opportunities for Pakistani players. &ldquo;Pakistan has splendid talent in football. FIFA and AFC will provide all the tools and necessary support to ensure the growth of football in Pakistan and to provide equal opportunities to Pakistani players,&rdquo; Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa said. He said programmes will be introduced in Pakistan to find top notch talent in players, coaches and referees. Sheikh Salman hailed Pakistani women participation in football, terming it equally important as contribution of men. He termed relationship between Pakistan and Bahrain historic, particularly mentioning Pakistan&rsquo;s former football coach who hailed from Bahrain. &ldquo;The exchange of teams and players is a hallmark of this relationship, [between Pakistan and Bahrain],&rdquo; he added. Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa called FIFA more than a global body for sports, calling it an organization that has connected the world.

FIFA Senior Vice President Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa visits Pakistan TV in Islamabad on November 6, 2025.

Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa is on an official four-day visit to Pakistan from November 4-7 and has been accorded ‘state guest’ status by the Pakistani government. 

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