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CM meets FWO delegation; announces Rs 95 bn Karachi development package
KARACHI, Jan 07 (APP): Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah, presiding over a joint meeting of the Frontier Works Organisation (FWO), the Local Government department, and the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC), approved a Karachi Transformation plan aimed at forging a partnership with the FWO to achieve world-class development in the city. The meeting, held […]
WASA records Rs. 4.17bln recovery, achieves over 99pc billing efficiency in 2025
The Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) Faisalabad achieved major institutional and service delivery milestones during the year 2025 by recording revenue recovery of Rs. 4.17 billion and registering a billing efficiency of more than 99 per cent, reflecting strong financial discipline, improved sewerage services and accelerated digital reforms. A WASA spokesman said here on Wednesday […]
Ghulam Ali Mallah assigned additional charge as Chairman PEIRA
ISLAMABAD, Jan 07 (APP):The federal government on Wednesday assigned Ghulam Ali Mallah, Executive Director, Inter Board Coordination Commission (IBCC), the additional charge of Chairman, Islamabad Capital Territory – Private Educational Institutions Regulatory Authority (ICT-PEIRA). According to a notification issued by the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training (MoFE&PT) vide No. F.1-50/2021/FE&PT.Org dated January 7, […]
PM directs easing credit for SMEs, small farmers to boost economic inclusion
ISLAMABAD, Jan 07 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday directed the State Bank of Pakistan and commercial banks to further simplify and expand credit mechanisms for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), new businesses and small farmers amid terming improved access to finance a top government priority for economic growth and inclusion.The prime minister […]
Foreign exchange rates
KARACHI, Jan 08 (APP):The Exchange Rates Committee of Financial Markets Association of Pakistan issued the following Exchange rates bulletin, here on Thursday. CONVERSION RATES FOR JANUARY 08, 2026 FOR FOREIGN CURRENCY FOR FORWARD COVER FOR DEPOSITS (EXCLUDING FE-25 DEPOSITS) SBP SETTLEMENT VALUE DATE JANUARY 12, 2026 USD 280.0243 GBP […]
CM reviews development programmes, orders faster implementation
LAHORE, Jan 06 (APP):Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has said that modern infrastructure, clean environment and efficient civic services are the foundation of a new and progressive Punjab. Chairing a meeting to review in detail progress of the Punjab Development Programme, Lahore Development Programme, Model Village Programme, functioning of Parks and Horticulture Authorities (PHAs), […]
Rupee gains 01 paisa against US Dollar
ISLAMABAD, Jan 7 (APP):The Rupee on Wednesday appreciated by 01 paisa against the US Dollar in interbank trading and closed at Rs 280.06 compared to the previous day’s closing at Rs 280.07. According to the Forex Association of Pakistan (FAP), the buying and selling rates of the Dollar in the open market were recorded at […]
Experts call for urgent action to address Pakistan’s housing needs
ISLAMABAD, Jan 7 (APP):Experts at a seminar here on Wednesday stressed that sustainable urban planning, inclusive finance, corporate engagement, and stronger institutional coordination were critical to tackling Pakistan’s housing shortage and ensuring equitable access to decent housing for all. The policy seminar titled, “National Housing Policy: A Framework for Affordable, Inclusive, and Sustainable Shelter for […]
FBR holds awareness seminar at GCCI to promote tax compliance, accountability
ISLAMABAD, Jan 7 (APP):Pursuing the Prime Minister of Pakistan’s vision to broaden the tax base, the Federal Board of Revenue held a seminar at the Gujranwala Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) to inform the business community of key reforms and measures aimed at broadening the tax base, enhancing voluntary compliance, strengthening transparency and accountability […]
Shipping activity at Port Qasim
KARACHI, Jan 07 (APP):Shipping activity was report at the port where six ships, Xpress Anglesey, GFS Giselle, Sarwat Gas, Stolt Argon, Gaslog Saratoga and Scorpio Honor carrying Container, Chemicals, LPG, LNG and Coal, berthed at Qasim International Container Terminal, Engro Vopak Terminal, Sui Southern Gas Terminal, Pakistan Gas Port Terminal and Pakistan International Bulk Terminal […]