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PM aide calls it transformative step that will lift industry, protect environment

Cite example of India that could not achieve desired results despite hefty financial packages

Decision to import 750,000MT sparks criticism as prices soar to Rs190/kg

Only 30-35000 of 0.3m industrial units in Pakistan are registered, says Langrial in NA Standing Committee meeting

This marked the sixth consecutive rate cut since March 2024

Delegation visits SAU in bid to improve rural livelihoods via tech exchange

C/A deficit for May also contributes to across-the-board sell-off

Survey shows financial inclusion rises to 35%, but 85% still rely on informal credit

Financial institutions provide 54.3% of agri-credit target in FY25

Stakeholders lament disconnect between losses and government response

Hits $264m in May; 11MFY25 outflows rise 16% to $2.1b

The policy outlines ambitious reform goals, including the phasing out of additional customs duties over four years

Start-up pressures, policy uncertainty and investor concerns fuel exit; core operations to remain through tech arm

The CCP had imposed a penalty of Rs25 million for PSM's anti-competitive and discriminatory conduct

Ministry projects revenue to grow 7-9%, but parliament questions WB model

The $1 billion loan spans five years and is structured in multiple tranches

Committee also recommends increasing the limit of non-filers to purchase properties, vehicles

Remittances offset trade gap, but gains remain fragile amid FDI drop, oil risks

Both sides discussed possibility of holding joint workshops in cybersecurity and maritime cable systems

Suzuki MD says 18% tax will impact jobs, push up vehicle prices

Represents 1.5% drop from previous month's figure of 99.30, according to AKD Securities

Stresses need to stop fiscal bleeding as pension bill crosses Rs1tr

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Exporters demand restoration of Final Tax Regime, Export Facilitation Scheme

Policy rate status quo, weak rupee fuel downtrend; index falls 254 points

Hyderabad traders call new tax law clause 'draconian' and 'economic terrorism'

This indicates that the juice industry has hit the Laffer Curve

Govt utilised Rs79.4b by end of May vs FY25 allocation of Rs142.6b

Finance body rejects 18% tax on solar imports; hybrid vehicle tax hike withdrawn

Price of 10 grams of gold decreased by Rs 857 in the local market

Expresses satisfaction over stock levels, rules out immediate supply disruption

Investors stay cautious, restricting rise in index to just 82 points

Farmers argue financial packages cannot help without reforms that could ensure fair crop prices

Experts also call for keeping oil stocks in storage of abandoned power plants

Decision comes after PM steps in to address concerns of people, businesses

New finance bill also shifts to negative list regime to widen tax base, boost revenue

The rupee has depreciated by 1.63% so far in the current calendar year

Business community calls on SBP to reconsider 11% interest rate policy amid growth concerns

Yu showcased advanced housing models

Flags trade deficit, weak inflows and global uncertainty as key threats

The price of 10 grams of gold has also decreased by Rs600

The central bank also noted that proposed budgetary measures may further widen the trade gap

The revised prices come into effect immediately from June 16

Prize bond are a popular investment option in the country

Dearth of water for industry can prove to be biggest growth choke-point

Country needs overhaul of licensing systems, clear cloud procurement framework and enforceable data protection

Will digital currency, laws to discourage cash deals bridge informal economy gap?

In the absence of rules, crypto mining may cost more than it offers

Dumping of untreated sewage into sea must be stopped, and alternate ways of its anaerobic recycling be explored

New prices will be implemented once approved