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China sticks to an economic growth target of ‘around 5%’ despite a looming trade war with US
March 7, 2025
China sticks to an economic growth target of ‘around 5%’ despite a looming trade war with US
BEIJING: The Chinese government unveiled an annual economic growth target of “around 5%” on Wednesday, despite the possible negative impact…
9,700 properties sealed in action against tax defaulters in Punjab
March 7, 2025
9,700 properties sealed in action against tax defaulters in Punjab
LAHORE: The Punjab Excise & Taxation (E&T) Department has initiated a significant crackdown on property tax defaulters across the province.…
SIFC supports industrial development through Special Economic Zones
March 7, 2025
SIFC supports industrial development through Special Economic Zones
Pakistan has prioritized strengthening its industrial sector to stabilize the national economy with support from the Special Investment Facilitation Council…
Gold price in Pakistan witness rise
March 7, 2025
Gold price in Pakistan witness rise
The price of gold in Pakistan experienced a hike on Friday, reflecting global market trends. In the local market, the…
PSX rises on rate cut hopes, circular debt restructuring progress
March 7, 2025
PSX rises on rate cut hopes, circular debt restructuring progress
KARACHI: The stock market extended its upward momentum on Friday, buoyed by expectations of a policy rate cut, progress on…
Oil set for biggest weekly drop since October on tariff uncertainty, supply gains
March 7, 2025
Oil set for biggest weekly drop since October on tariff uncertainty, supply gains
BEIJING: Oil prices were little changed on Friday but were set for their biggest weekly decline since October as the…
Electricity prices slashed across Pakistan under monthly fuel charges adjustment
March 6, 2025
Electricity prices slashed across Pakistan under monthly fuel charges adjustment
ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has announced a reduction in electricity prices for consumers across the country…
PIA privatisation to be completed in three months: Aleem Khan
March 6, 2025
PIA privatisation to be completed in three months: Aleem Khan
Minister for Investment and Privatisation Abdul Aleem Khan on Thursday said that the government would complete the privatization process of…
Govt announces new pension rules
March 6, 2025
Govt announces new pension rules
The federal government has issued a notification clarifying the new pension determination procedure, which will come into effect from January…
Sugar prices rise in Peshawar
March 6, 2025
Sugar prices rise in Peshawar
During Ramadan, Peshawar’s residents faced an unexpected hike in sugar prices, as both wholesale and retail rates soared. The cost…