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Govt Approves Rs. 8.4 Billion Grant to Meet Shortfall at Pakistan Missions Abroad

The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet has approved Rs. 8.4 billion technical supplementary grant (TSG) in favor of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to meet the shortfall at Pakistan Missions Abroad.Finance Minister Ishaq Dar chaired …

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ECC Approves Fixation of Maximum Retail Prices of Four New Cardiac Stents

The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet Monday approved maximum retail prices of four new cardiac stents ranging from Rs. 53,130 to Rs. 72,450.Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Ishaq Dar chaired the meeting of the ECC. …

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Wholesome Punjabi Interview of Salman Agha and Ish Sodhi Goes Viral

Pakistani batter, Salman Ali Agha, and Kiwi spinner, Ish Sodhi, had a friendly chat in Punjabi, sharing their views about the recent series, their cricketing journeys, and cultural connections.After the conclusion of New Zealand’s white-ball tour to P…

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SHC Allows JS Bank to Proceed with Acquisition of BIPL

The Divisional Bench of the Sindh High Court (SHC) has directed JS Bank Limited (PSX: JSBL) to argue afresh the application under which the interim injunction was granted regarding the acquisition of BankIslami Pakistan Limited (BIPL), the bank informe…

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Dr Aafia Siddiqui’s Sister Obtains American Visit Visa

Islamabad High Court conducted a hearing regarding Dr. Aafia Siddiqui’s request for release from the American prison and transfer to Pakistan, on Monday.According to the reports, an American visa has been obtained, and a meeting has been arranged with…

Economy

PKR Ends 3-Day Win Streak Against US Dollar After IMF Delay

The Pakistani rupee (PKR) reversed last week’s gains and posted losses against the US Dollar today.The Pakistani rupee was all red throughout intraday trade today with the interbank rate losing over Rs. 1 to reach 284.625 by 11 AM. By 1:25 PM, it rebo…