Pakistan, Bangladesh Step Up Trade and Diplomatic Engagement Islamabad/Dhaka – Pakistan and Bangladesh are witnessing renewed momentum in their bilateral relations, with recent meetings highlighting stronger trade, economic, and diplomatic cooperation. During a session with Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) President Taskeen Ahmed and board members, Mr. Khan noted a sharp rise in […]
FIA Launches Advanced Second-Line Immigration Office at Sialkot Airport Sialkot – The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has unveiled a fully equipped Second-Line Immigration Control Office at Sialkot Airport, aiming to strengthen border security and curb illegal activities. An FIA spokesperson said the new facility was established with support from the International Centre for Migration Policy […]
Sindh Government to Distribute Free Pink Electric Scooters to Women This Week Karachi – The Sindh government has announced that it will start distributing pink electric scooters to women and female students starting this week. The decision came during a meeting chaired by Sindh’s Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon, where the Pink Scooters Program was […]
EU and Indonesia Seal Landmark Trade Deal to Boost Investment and Cut Tariffs Bali, Indonesia – The European Union and Indonesia have signed a major trade agreement aimed at opening up investment in key sectors, including electric vehicles, electronics, and pharmaceuticals. The pact was signed in Bali by EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic and Indonesian […]
Pakistan’s Petroleum Imports See Mixed Trends, Trade Deficit Widens KARACHI – Pakistan’s total petroleum imports for July-August 2025-26 dropped slightly to $2.54 billion, down from $2.66 billion during the same period last year, according to recent trade data. Breaking down the figures, imports of petroleum products rose sharply by 17.77 percent, climbing from $840.49 million […]
FBR Targets Tax Evasion Among Jewellers ISLAMABAD – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has launched a crackdown on jewellers across the country amid reports of widespread tax evasion. According to FBR sources, around 20,000 jewellers are registered with the authority, but only half of them — nearly 10,000 — have filed their tax returns. […]
Trump Says TikTok Deal Progressing, Allies Could Gain Control of U.S. Operations WASHINGTON – Former President Donald Trump said Sunday that progress is being made on a deal that would shift TikTok’s U.S. operations from its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, into the hands of American investors. The plan would give Trump-aligned figures in corporate America […]
Kuwaiti Dinar Strengthens Against Pakistani Rupee: Daily Update Karachi/Kuwait, September 20, 2025 – The Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD) continues to show resilience against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR), trading at 922.13 PKR today. The exchange rate has fluctuated over recent months, dipping slightly to 921.47 PKR on September 3, after hitting 922.25 PKR on August 29 and […]
FBR Cracks Down on Social Media Users Flaunting Wealth Without Paying Taxes ISLAMABAD — The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is targeting social media users who showcase lavish lifestyles online but have failed to file their income tax returns, according to sources within the tax authority. Insiders revealed that the FBR’s Social Media Monitoring Team […]
Virgin Atlantic to Resume Flights Between London and Pakistan in October KARACHI — Virgin Atlantic is set to reconnect London with Karachi, Islamabad, and Lahore starting this October, restoring a key travel link between Pakistan and the United Kingdom. Aviation officials confirmed that the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has approved the British airline to […]
