Pakistan
AIOU approves market-oriented academic programs in psychology, media & business analytics
ISLAMABAD, Dec 30 (APP): Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) held a meeting of the Faculty Board of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities under the chairmanship of the Dean of the Faculty, Prof Dr Abdul Aziz Sahir. During the meeting, the Schemes of Studies of BS, MPhil and PhD programs offered by various departments […]
KSrelief concludes second phase of livestock-based economic empowerment project in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, Dec 30 (APP): The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) has successfully concluded the second phase of the “Economic Empowerment of Vulnerable Households in Pakistan through Livestock Provision Project.” Under this completed phase, 1,000 vulnerable households in the districts of Swat, Swabi, Haripur, and Mansehra were supported through the provision of comprehensive […]
Pakistan Railways partners with five waste management firms to improve station cleanliness
ISLAMABAD, Dec 30 (APP):In a bid to enhance cleanliness and improve passenger facilities, Pakistan Railways (PR) has signed agreements with five waste management organizations to ensure better sanitation at major railway stations across the country. According to documents available with Wealth Pakistan, the agreements have been signed with the Sindh Solid Waste Management Board (SSWMB), […]
Pakistan targets import cut as domestic ginger production goes up
ISLAMABAD, Dec 30 (APP):Pakistan’s long-standing dependence on imported ginger is expected to ease as domestic cultivation gains momentum, driven by research-led innovation, farmer participation and targeted government support. Ginger farming in the country has expanded following sustained research efforts by the Vegetable Research Institute of the Ayub Agricultural Research Institute (AARI), Faisalabad, in collaboration with […]
100,000 vehicles tagged as Jan 1 deadline nears; 3,842 issued in 24 hours
ISLAMABAD, Dec 30 (APP):More than 100,000 vehicles have received M-Tag since November 14, while action against non-tagged vehicles will begin on January 1. With the deadline close, a large number of citizens are visiting M-Tag centers, where staff and stock have been increased to manage demand. The Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) administration has announced that […]
PIA retired employees thank govt for continuation of allowances after privatisation
ISLAMABAD, Dec 30 (APP):The Pakistan International Airlines Retired Employees Association (PIAREA) thanked government for continuation of allowances and all other benefits following the privatisation of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA). The association conveyed its views during its 16th annual gathering held under the chairmanship of Syed Tahir Hassan. A large number of retired PIA employees attended […]
Currency rates of NBP
KARACHI, Dec 31 (APP):Following are the selling/buying rates of major currencies issued by the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP), here on Wednesday. CURRENCY SELLING BUYING USD 281.95 […]
Foreign exchange rates
KARACHI, Dec 31 (APP):The Exchange Rates Committee of Financial Markets Association of Pakistan issued the following exchange rates bulletin, here on Wednesday. CONVERSION RATES FOR DECEMBER 31, 2025 FOR FOREIGN CURRENCY FOR FORWARD COVER FOR DEPOSITS (EXCLUDING FE-25 DEPOSITS) SBP SETTLEMENT VALUE DATE JANUARY 05, 2026 USD 280.1030 GBP […]
FBR clarifies safeguards on tax exemptions for imports into GB
ISLAMABAD, Dec 30 (APP): The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has taken note of concerns expressed by traders, stakeholders, and trade bodies about the proposed procedure regarding non-levy of federal taxes on goods imported for exclusive consumption in Gilgit-Baltistan (GB). The FBR hereby clarifies that a comprehensive and robust mechanism has been put in place […]
Banks to remain closed on Thursday: SBP
KARACHI, Dec 30 (APP): All the banks and financial institutions will remain closed for public dealing across the country on the first day of the new year 2026 as Thursday, January 01 is declared a Bank Holiday by the banking sector regulator. “The State Bank of Pakistan will remain closed for public dealing on Thursday, […]