World
DPM Dar told federal govt. holds 2 mln MT wheat stocks, available for provinces to meet demand
ISLAMABAD, Jan 13 (APP):Deputy Prime Minister / Foreign Minister (DPM/FM), Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Tuesday during a review meeting of current wheat stocks in the country was apprised by the committee that the federal government currently holds about 2 million metric tons of wheat, which can be released to provinces as needed to meet […]
PM seeks effective recommendations to evaluate performance of federal secretaries, officers
ISLAMABAD, Jan 14 (APP):Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday, directed to formulate comprehensive and effective recommendations to evaluate the performance of federal secretaries, empasizing that recognition and appreciation of officers demonstrating good performance were essential for the overall improvement of the civil services. Chairing a meeting to review proposed civil services reforms and recommendations for […]
DPM/FM says Pakistan blessed with precious resources; urges stakeholders to strive for economic strength
ISLAMABAD, Jan 14 (APP): Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Wednesday, while stressing upon consistency in policies, urged all the stakeholders to strive further to achieve economic strength and carve a niche for Pakistan among the comity of nations. In his address as the chief guest at “Pakistan Policy Dialogue” closing session, he […]
President Zardari receives Sheikh Isa Award, discusses expanding economic cooperation with King Hamad
ISLAMABAD, Jan 14 (APP): President Asif Ali Zardari, Wednesday, met King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa at Al-Qudaibiya Palace, Manama and held comprehensive discussions aimed at further strengthening the close and fraternal relationship between Pakistan and the Kingdom of Bahrain. The talks reflected a shared resolve to deepen cooperation and give practical momentum to bilateral […]
16-member Uzbek delegation visits Lahore Chamber
LAHORE, Jan 14 (APP):Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) Wednesday hosted a high-level 16-member delegation from Uzbekistan, aimed at boosting trade, investment and industrial cooperation between the two countries. The delegation was led by Minhajiddin Raufov. The meeting was chaired by LCCI President Faheem ur Rehman Saigol, who was joined by Vice President Khurram […]
Minister Kirmani assures APTMA of full support for Cotton Revival Plan
LAHORE, Jan 14 (APP):Provincial Agriculture Minister Sayed Ashiq Hussain Kirmani Wednesday assured the textile millers of full support for Cotton Revival Plan. He made this assurance during his visit to All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA) office here. He was accompanied by Punjab Agriculture Secretary Iftikhar Ali Sahoo and senior officers of the Agriculture Department […]
Customs Enforcement Peshawar seizes smuggle goods worth Rs 101.91 million
ISLAMABAD, Jan 14 (APP):The Customs Enforcement Peshawar seized smuggled foreign-origin cloth, cigarettes and other goods worth Rs. 101.91 million. Collectorate of Customs Enforcement, Peshawar, during intelligence-based operations conducted over the last one week has successfully foiled multiple attempts to smuggle foreign-origin cloth, cigarettes, and other contraband goods, along with the seizure of offending vehicles, said […]
PRA to bring long-standing non-taxpayers into tax net
LAHORE, Jan 14 (APP):Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA) has decided to bring individuals and companies which have remained outside the tax net for a long time into the formal taxation system. Under this decision, service-providing companies across the province will be required to ensure mandatory registration with Punjab Revenue Authority. Registration under the E-Invoicing Monitoring System […]
Turkiye CG calls tourism Low-Hanging Fruit for economic growth
KARACHI, Jan 14 (APP):Consul General of the Republic of Turkiye in Karachi, Ergul Kadak has emphasized that tourism represents a “low-hanging fruit” for Pakistan’s economic growth, which, if developed properly, could significantly reduce external financing requirements of the country. Pakistan has a great deal to offer, including scenic coastlines, beaches, cultural heritage and natural beauty, […]
Rupee gains 03 paisa against US Dollar
ISLAMABAD, Jan 14 (APP):The Rupee on Wednesday appreciated by 03 paisa against the US Dollar in interbank trading and closed at Rs 279.97 compared to the previous day’s closing at Rs 280.00. According to the Forex Association of Pakistan (FAP), the buying and selling rates of the Dollar in the open market were recorded at […]