Following farmers’ protests, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government decided to reduce provincial tobacco development restrictions by 100 percent. In the annual budget, the development cess on virginal tobacco (Virginia (flue-cured, barley and dark-air-cured) was fixed at Rs 50 and now the…
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is exploring the introduction of a digital currency that would facilitate instant and cost-effective money transfers for millions of Pakistanis living abroad. SBP Deputy Governor Salimullah addressed the media in Karachi. Salimullah emphasized that…
Despite Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz’s warning, the price of chicken has eased slightly in Lahore, falling by only Rs 6 to a new rate of Rs 599 per kilogram. In the last one month, chicken prices have seen a…
The Embassy of Pakistan in Paris organized a major event in support of the Prime Minister’s Youth Program (PMYP), which focuses on youth empowerment and development. The session was addressed by Special Representatives for the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme, Mr.…
The Bannu Aman Jirga, a traditional gathering of elders, concluded its meeting at the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister’s House and presented 11 key demands aimed at improving security and stability in the region. The Jirga, representing local concerns, expressed strong…
The ongoing spell of monsoon rains is expected to continue in Punjab till July 25, a spokesman for the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) said. He further said that the rains are expected to bring relief from the prevailing heat…
The federal government has extended the pro-business program to 42 cities to meet the conditions set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The program has now expanded from six major cities to 42 cities across the country. The Federal Board…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired a meeting of the National Development Exports Board where he set an ambitious target of increasing Pakistan’s domestic exports to $60 billion annually. The Prime Minister emphasized the importance of practical steps taken by the…
Thousands of retired employees of the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) as well as the families of deceased employees, are facing severe financial hardship due to non-increase in their pension from last five (5) years under this ever high inflationary…
The Speakers at a panel discussion underscored that Pakistan is facing an overall increase of 38 percent in energy prices along with a 62 percent rise in capacity charges leading to tariff hikes in the country that could be overcome…
Islamabad, Pakistan: Telenor Microfinance Bank (TMB), operator of Pakistan’s leading digital financial services platform easypaisa, has achieved a significant milestone by receiving the prestigious Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) certification (ver.4.0) from Risk Associates, a leading PCI…
Islamabad – Dubai Islamic Bank Pakistan Limited (DIBPL), a subsidiary of Dubai Islamic Bank, has partnered with ZLK Islamic Financial Services, Pakistan’s first Shariah-compliant brokerage firm. The MoU signing ceremony was held at DIBPL Head Office in Karachi. The MOU…
Renowned Pakistani actor Hira Mani recently expressed her dismay that almost none of her colleagues in the industry extended marriage invitations to her. A clip of her interview with Mira Sethi, in which she was seen expressing her displeasure over…
Indian pacer Mohammed Shami has finally settled the rumors about his alleged marriage to renowned tennis star Sania Mirza. The cricketer expressed his dismay at the fake news and urged people to be responsible on social media. Rumors that surfaced…
Pakistani drama and film actress Sonya Hussyn shared details about her personal life and its impact on her romantic relationships. Known for her resilience and notable achievements in the entertainment industry, including the recent milestone of buying a home for…
In a recent statement, former Indian cricket team batting coach Vikram Rathour hailed Shubman Gill’s potential after the young batsman was named vice-captain for India’s white-ball formats. Gill, who recently led India to a 4-1 series win against Zimbabwe in…
