The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) has given the green light to a special winter relief package aimed at supporting domestic and industrial electricity users. The package, which spans three months, is designed to encourage greater electricity use while reducing the burden on gas supplies. Chaired by Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, the ECC meeting focused […]
Pakistan’s imports from India have increased for the fourth time in a row during the first eight months of the current government. In October 2024, imports grew by 46% compared to the same period last year, reaching $35.8 million, up from $24.5 million in October 2023. This growth follows earlier increases of 45% in September […]
Azerbaijan has announced plans to invest up to $3 billion in Pakistan, a significant step towards boosting the country’s economy. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif shared this development during a cabinet meeting, emphasizing how this investment will contribute to Pakistan’s financial stability and growth. The Prime Minister also discussed ongoing discussions with Saudi Arabia to strengthen […]
The Chairman of the Council of Islamic Ideology (CII), Allama Raghib Naeemi, has cleared up confusion about his earlier comments on Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). He explained that a typographical error in an official statement had caused misunderstandings. Naeemi clarified that VPNs have not been declared un-Islamic or “haram.” The clarification came after the original […]
Taj Gasoline is excited to announce a long-term strategic partnership with Mobil, one of the world’s leading lubricant brands. This collaboration marks a significant milestone for both companies as they aim to set new standards in quality and innovation across both B2B and retail channels within the Taj Gasoline network. Muhammad Aslam Shaikh, Group CEO […]
The Pakistan cricket squad made its way to Zimbabwe in two separate groups. The first group consisted of ten players who traveled directly from Pakistan. Meanwhile, the second group included five players who were part of the T20I squad against Australia. They arrived in Zimbabwe after a stopover in Dubai. It’s worth noting that star […]
Chairing a meeting in Lahore today, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz said state-of-the-art modern labs will be established in the schools to enhance students’ learning capabilities. She urged the importance of improving the quality of government schools to rival top private institutions. Maryam Nawaz also directed to ensure the attendance of children in uniforms in Punjab’s […]
As per the healthcare department spokesperson, the air ambulance service is offered free of charge to underprivileged patients, with all expenses covered by the Punjab government. This service utilizes three small aircraft and two helicopters, costing the government $540 per hour for its operation. According to the spokesperson, nearly 25 patients have been transported using […]
This was Pakistan’s first win over Afghanistan in the ongoing tournament after the latter defeated the former by 100 runs at the same venue on Friday. Chasing 245 to win, Afghanistan lost their opening batter Mahboob Khan (1) in the first over, however, they recovered as Uzairullah Niazai and Faisal Shinozada knitted a 104-run partnership […]
The uncapped McSweeney will make his Test debut in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy opener at Perth Stadium on Friday, parachuted in at the top of the order alongside Usman Khawaja after Warner’s retirement this year. He has big shoes to fill and goes into the game having only opened once before at first-class level, in a […]
