Petroleum dealers threaten nationwide strike on March 4
KARACHI: All Pakistan Petroleum Dealers Association announced a nationwide shutdown of fuel stations on March 4 in protest against the government’s deregulation policy. According to the association, a crucial meeting with Federal Minister for P...
CDA auctions 23 plots worth Rs37 billion in non-transparent way
ISLAMABAD: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has auctioned 23 plots worth Rs 37 billion in and irregular and non-transparent way, it has been learnt. The PAC meeting reviewed the audit reports of the CDA and expressed annoyance over the practic...
PIA’s direct flights to UK to resume by June 2025
Islamabad: Pakistan is intensifying diplomatic efforts to restore Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) direct flights to the United Kingdom and the United States. Negotiations are underway with the UK Department for Transport, and flights to the UK...
K-Electric requests Rs4.95 per unit reduction for December
KARACHI: National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has reserved its decision on K-Electric’s request to reduce electricity prices by Rs 4.95 per unit for the month of December under the monthly fuel adjustment. The decision will be a...
Sindh plans to provide electric bikes to women
KARACHI: Sindh government has decided to provide free electric bikes to women to ease their transportation during professional duties. According to details, the Sindh Transport Department has proposed a plan to distribute electric bikes to women and...
South Korean Ambassador acknowledges improvement in Pakistan’s economy
KARACHI: Ambassador Park Ki Jun of South Korea has recognized the significant progress made by Pakistan’s economy, stating that the country is successfully navigating its path towards economic recovery and sustainable growth. This acknowledgme...
Water supply restored after leakages repaired at 12 locations
KARACHI:Karachi Water and Sewerage Corporation (KWSC) has completed repairs on leaking water pipelines at 12 locations across the city, restoring the water supply to affected areas. Repair work was carried out in Marorah Goth, Kiran Hospital, Al-Azha...
OKLA Pakistan inaugurates third Experience Centre in Karachi
KARACHI: OKLA Pakistan has officially inaugurated its third Experience Centre in Karachi, marking a significant milestone in the company’s expansion strategy. This state-of-the-art centre at main Shahrah e Faisal is part of OKLA’s commitm...
SBP gov calls on banks to boost SME lending
KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) governor has urged commercial banks to reassess their business models and prioritize lending to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to play a more active role in the country's economic growth. Speaking at th...
IMF delegation to arrive on March 3 for economic review
ISLAMABAD: A nine-member delegation of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), led by Nathan Porter, is set to arrive in Islamabad on March 3 for a crucial economic review. According to sources in the Ministry of Finance, the review process will conti...
