90 m. ago New policies to boost personal and service consumption: State Council

BEIJING: China will see the implementation of new financial policies to strengthen fiscal and financial coordination, outlined Liao Min, Vice Minister of Finance, during a press conference held by China’s State Council Information Office (SCIO) on Wednesday. Liao detailed the two new policies: first, an interest subsidy for personal consumer loans, and second, subsidized loans […]

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9 h. ago Finance Minister Aurangzeb signals further cuts in policy rate as inflation drops

ISLAMABAD – Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has announced that the government will not impose additional burdens on the salaried

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20 h. ago Pakistan’s outreach to Trump rattles India, says Financial Times

Pakistan’s recent diplomatic engagements with the administration of US President Donald Trump have led to a marked improvement in bilateral relations and triggered deep concern in India, the Financial Times has reported in a detailed piece. In a report by correspondents in Islamabad, New Delhi and Washington, the London-based news paper described what it called […]

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20 h. ago Finmin Aurangzeb chairs committee to strategize engagement with WEF

A meeting of the Committee for Pakistan’s Engagement with the World Economic Forum (WEF) was held Tuesday at the Finance Division under the chairmanship of Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb. The meeting was attended by Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecom Shaza Fatima Khawaja, Federal Minister for Climate Change Dr. […]

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21 h. ago Exporters urge policy support to capitalise on US tariff cut

Pakistan’s exporters are set to gain a competitive edge in the US market after the government successfully negotiated to get reciprocal tariff reduced from 29% to 19%, the lowest in the region providing Pakistan an opportunity to boost exports to the United States. The breakthrough was discussed in a meeting on ‘US Reciprocal Tariffs’ chaired […]

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47 h. ago Learning from global case studies: Policy recommendations for overcoming Pakistan’s smog crisis

Pollution in Pakistan is not a new phenomenon. It has been there in other countries around the world. There are instances of its occurrence in London, also which started in the 18th century. London smog was notorious, as the coal which was used to burn had high amounts of Sulfur. However, no concrete action was […]

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56 h. ago ADB approves $8.32 million to boost Punjab irrigation system

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved $8.32 million in financing to help Punjab improve its irrigation infrastructure and increase water availability for farming. This funding will prepare key projects for smoother implementation and quicker fund disbursement. The money will support five priority projects identified by Punjab’s government in 2019, focusing on upgrading irrigation systems. […]

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56 h. ago KP health card scheme faces Rs28 billion irregularities probe

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Health Card scheme is under investigation after a report by the Auditor General revealed financial irregularities worth over Rs28 billion from 2017-18 to 2021-22. The findings raise serious questions about transparency and management in the province’s health sector. The audit exposed that 17 out of 48 hospitals listed under the scheme were not […]

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2 d. ago CCPO orders systematic measures for security of foreign residents

A meeting was held under the chairmanship of the CCPO Lahore regarding the performance of Iqbal Town and Saddar divisions. The performance of both the divisions was reviewed in detail in the meeting. CCPO Lahore Bilal Siddique Kamyana on Sunday directed to take systematic measures for the security of Chinese and other foreign residents. He […]

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2 d. ago Punjab Forest dept starts using hydroseeding technology for barren lands

In a bid to combat climate change induced environmental degradation and land erosion, Punjab’s Forest Department has begun using hydroseeding technology to bring barren lands under vegetative cover. According to a press release issued here on Sunday, Punjab Forest department Chief Conservator Abid Gobdal said, “We have successfully implemented hydroseeding over several acres in Jallo […]

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3 d. ago PTI’s Zartaj Gul, Ejaz Ch move LHC against ATC convictions in May 9 riots cases

LHC division bench will hear Gul’s appeal filed through Barrister Ali Zafar and Muhammad Hussain Ejaz Ch files two petitions in LHC through Advocate Mian Ali Ashfaq, pleading with the court to suspend his conviction, release him on bail LAHORE: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders Zartaj Gul and Ejaz Chaudhry on Saturday filed separate petitions in […]

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5 d. ago Pakistan airports authority faces Rs4.10b loss over airspace closure

The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) reported a financial loss of Rs4.10 billion following the closure of airspace with India from April 24 to June 20, 2025. According to details shared in the National Assembly, the decision affected 100 to 150 Indian flights daily, causing a 20 percent reduction in overall air traffic and revenue loss […]

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5 d. ago Maryam Nawaz and Australian envoy discuss trade, climate, partnerships

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif met Australian High Commissioner Neil Hawkins in Lahore on Friday for a farewell meeting, where both leaders discussed trade expansion, investment opportunities, and strengthening bilateral cooperation. Maryam praised Hawkins for his distinguished service in Pakistan, highlighting his role in promoting friendly relations and long-term partnerships between the two countries […]

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5 d. ago Pakistan’s financial sector moves forward in cybersecurity capacity

KARACHI – In a bid to strengthen cybersecurity resilience across Pakistan’s financial and fintech sectors, the National Institute of Banking

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5 d. ago GSMA warns Pakistan: digital barriers threaten investment growth

The Global System for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA) has warned that barriers to digital progress and lack of reforms in Pakistan could put future investments at risk. Despite Pakistan’s potential and strong vision for a “Digital Pakistan,” GSMA said delays in telecom policy reforms may cause the country to fall behind regional peers. This hesitation […]

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5 d. ago PM Shehbaz calls for national policy to address rapid population growth

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday termed Pakistan’s annual population growth rate of 2.55 per cent, an alarming trend requiring immediate and coordinated policy action at the national level to address the issue. The prime minister chaired a high-level meeting at the Prime Minister’s Office to review the challenges posed by Pakistan’s rising population […]

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5 d. ago Cabinet tasks environment dept with carbon financing initiatives

The Sindh Cabinet has taken a major decision by designating the Environment, Climate Change and Coastal Development Department as the lead provincial authority for carbon market and carbon financing initiatives. The decision has been taken under Article 6 of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and in line with the Government of […]

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5 d. ago Punjab launches strict crackdown on falcon and quail poaching

LAHORE: In a move to combat the illegal hunting of falcons and quails during the hunting season, Chief Wildlife Ranger Mubeen Elahi has ordered all field officers to remain highly vigilant. The department has deployed newly trained rangers and established raid teams to monitor and prevent illegal activities. A “zero-tolerance policy” has been put in […]

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6 d. ago Toyota Yaris Installment Plan starting at Rs68,000/Month Under ‘Azadi Offer’

KARACHI – Relief for car buyers amid skyrocketing vehicle prices and recent implementation of additional levies like new climate tax,

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6 d. ago PM alarmed at 2.55pc population growth rate, calls for national policy to address it

Comprehensive planning needed to ensure our growing population, especially the youth, becomes a productive part of economy: PM Shehbaz Emphasizes govt taking several initiatives to empower the youth and integrate them into country’s economic mainstream Stresses importance of nationwide awareness campaign to educate citizens about implications of unchecked population growth Calls for a coordinated federal-provincial […]

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