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Raast playing key role in promotion of financial inclusion, cashless economy
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday emphasized that Raast- Pakistan’s national payment system- was playing key role in promotion of cashless economy and financial inclusion in the country.The prime minister stressed the need to further expediting efforts aimed at encouraging the country’s businessmen to use Raast platform for their payments.He was talking to the members […]
ECC reviews improving inflation outlook, approves key financial and development measures
The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet here on Thursday reviewed the overall economic situation, with particular focus on inflation trends and food security, before approving a wide range of financial, development and social sector proposals for the current financial year 2025-26. The cabinet committee was chaired by Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, […]
The use of superior marble increases property value and gives buildings a refined and premium look: Iftikhar Ali Malik
LAHORE: SAARC Chamber of Commerce and Industry former President Iftikhar Ali Malik Sunday said use of quality marble in construction holds immense significance in Pakistan that offset the impact of diverse climatic conditions on buildings. Talking to a delegation of marble importers and traders here today he said in a country like Pakistan exposed to […]
Pakistan’s exports to China maintain steady growth
BEIJING: Pakistan’s exports to China demonstrated resilient growth so far this year, concluding the first three quarters with a steady 1 percent year-on-year increase, according to the General Administration of Customs (GACC). The total export value reached $1.929 million in the first nine months of 2025, up from $1.91 million in the same period last […]
Integrated system launched under CM’s vision to eliminate smog, says Minister
ISLAMABAD: Punjab Senior Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb on Monday said that the provincial government has launched a comprehensive, technology-driven system to reduce smog and improve air quality across the province. Talking to a private news channel, she said the Punjab government is taking concrete steps to tackle environmental challenges through data-driven and technology-based solutions. She said […]
Government approves policy to procure wheat at Rs 3500 per maund
ISLAMABAD: The federal government approved wheat policy 2025-26 under which it will procure wheat from farmers at the price of Rs 3500 per maund. The mainstay of the policy is to protect farmers, give them a fair price and undertake government procurement to ensure stable strategic wheat reserves. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chaired a […]
PM directs Power Division to boost domestic industrial production
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday instructed the Power Division to develop effective policy recommendations aimed at enhancing domestic industrial production. He also urged all institutions involved in industrial production to take comprehensive measures to facilitate investors and industrialists. Emphasizing the government’s commitment to supporting the agriculture and industrial sectors, the prime minister directed […]
PM Shehbaz for promotion of cottage SMEs to achieve industrial growth
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday directed the authorities concerned to encourage the registration of cottage small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to enable them avail business loans and pave the way for country’s industrial growth. The prime minister, chairing a review meeting on Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA) Restructuring and SME Development, […]