Arrangements for upcoming meeting between PM and top 20 CEOs reviewed

11/11/2025

KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has revised its Corporate Governance Regulatory Framework, allowing directors and senior executives of...

SBP orders banks to digitally onboard SMEs using video calls, GPS, data

KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has directed commercial banks, microfinance banks, and Development Finance Institutions (DFIs) to introduce...

Banking Mohtasib provides relief of Rs1.46b to customers in 2025

KARACHI: The Banking Mohtasib Pakistan has provided monetary relief of Rs. 1.46 billion to banking customers by resolving over 28,700...

Comprehensive policy measures to boost competitiveness and exports urged

ISLAMABAD: President Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), Sardar Tahir Mehmood, has underlined the urgent need for comprehensive measures,...

Pakistan eyes new agricultural, food export opportunities in China

SHANGHAI: Pakistan is seeking to expand its agricultural and food exports to China by identifying new high-potential product categories, officials...

FBR collects Rs1.28 trillion in customs duties in FY25, POL sector leads with 22.7pc share

LAHORE: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) collected Rs1,284.6 billion in customs duties during FY2024–25, marking a 16.4% increase from...

Fire erupts at Gul Ahmed Textile’s warehouse; company assures insurance cover

KARACHI: Gul Ahmed Textile Mills Limited has formally notified the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) of a fire that broke out...

Govt’s cashless economy initiatives to ensure sustainable growth: PM

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday emphasized that the ongoing initiatives to transform the country into a cashless economy will...

15 sectors contribute over 57% of FBR’s sales tax revenue

ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) collected Rs1,619.5 billion in domestic sales tax during FY2024–25, reflecting a 32.4% increase...

FBR boosts business confidence with Rs493b refunds in FY2024-25

ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering a business-friendly environment and enhancing revenue generation by...

FBR introduces one-time remuneration structure for ADRC chairpersons in tax disputes

ISLAMABAD: The FBR has notified a revised payment structure for the chairpersons and members of the Alternative Dispute Resolution Committees...

Pakistan, China friendship association gala highlights new phase of strategic cooperation

ISLAMABAD: The Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Commerce, Rana Ihsaan Afzal Khan, attended the prestigious Sangam Club 2025 Gala,...

Flour shortage hits Rawalpindi and Islamabad after wheat supply halts

RAWALPINDI: A flour crisis has emerged in Rawalpindi and Islamabad following the suspension of wheat supply to local flour mills...

PSW launches Trade Lab to enhance cross-border trade knowledge and skills

LAHORE: The Pakistan Single Window (PSW) has introduced an online learning platform called Trade Lab, aimed at providing training and...

Nepra concludes hearing on Rs0.45 power tariff rise

ISLAMABAD: There is a likelihood of a Rs0.45 increase in electricity prices for a period of three months. According to...

Pakistan & Bangladesh launch direct shipping link to boost trade

KARACHI: Pakistan and Bangladesh have introduced a new direct shipping link between Karachi and Chittagong, significantly reducing delivery times and...

ECC endorses frameworks for energy sector reforms, phased rationalization of remittance schemes