Business

Minister, however, insists ICT development activities should continue

'Suggestions of the business community would be given due consideration'

'The project would have five interchanges with toll plazas at entrance and exit points'

Current regulations provide for fresh appointment and not on deputation

Admits government does not have funds to clear all power sector liabilities, but will clear Rs140b within two weeks

Company gets shares from Dawood Hercules, Cyan Limited at Rs106.50 per share

Committee proposes production target should be set at 25m bales by 2025

Benchmark index loses 131.86 points to close at 43,363.21

Sukkur region requests TDAP for installing a dates processing plant and research institute

standard sales tax rate be brought down to 7%, it should be non-adjustable and non-refundable

In the last couple of months, the rupee has cumulatively shed over 4% of its value

Speakers discuss challenges, opportunities for potential start-ups

Meeting with chief minister on the issue will be held in a few days

State Bank aims to increase bank accounts to 100 million by 2020

Demand expected to grow 10-13% in current year compared to 2017

They join hands with Chinese firm for the 330MW project in Thar

Country will require $27 billion in external financing next year

Govt says IMF’s baseline scenario does not reflect its recent policy measures

Calls it imperfect that favours provinces, gives inadequate resources to centre

Decrease for 13th successive week on account of debt servicing, official payments

Benchmark index gains 87.35 points to close at 43,495.07

In the last couple of months, the rupee has cumulatively shed over 4% of its value

Exhibition’s prime purpose is to promote advanced mechanisation and educate the farming community

‘Doing Business Plan’ to implement reforms and improve the country’s ease of doing business ranking

Consul general sees ample opportunities for joint ventures

Asks FBR to cut taxes to help improve competitive edge in markets

Urges business leaders to take country among top 25 economies

Government willing to review taxes to monitor effect of growth in any sector or industry

Also relaxes timelines for Thar coal-based power projects

Experts foresee dollar in range of Rs112-118 in inter-bank market by June

Stakeholders call for grabbing opportunities in growing off-grid solar industry

Project will rehabilitate eight key road sections with higher safety standards

Benchmark index loses 210.36 points to close at 43,407.72

Will replace faulty meters within 7 days of being declared defective

OICCI officials predict promising investment climate in the future

Refineries using ‘permissible additives’ to produce RON 90 gasoline

'China-Pakistan Economic Corridor had created a long-term business partnership between the two countries'

Pak-Afghan chamber suggests tariff rationalisation to tackle smuggling

Delegation leaves for business leaders’ conference in Nepal

Parliamentary panel orders probe into real origin of the company

Finance adviser insists no segment will receive preferential treatment

Delegation to brief officials on how to prepare and prioritise the action plan to exit FATF list

Benchmark index gains 207.15 points to close at 43,618.08

Used as a transfer mechanism rather than a currency, it circumvents banks’ transaction fee

Swedish NGO reveals country has posted a startling 36% decrease in arms procurement as it reshapes its foreign policy

The SsangYong team also visited Dewan Farooque Motor Limited’s (DFML) auto assembly plant

Change in import procedure, demand from ride-hailing services contribute to strong demand

Trade volume and investment soared after signing of FTA between China and Pakistan

Chairperson asks govt to demolish the structures built without NOC

Says finalisation of a ‘right tariff’ is the most important factor for the proposed deal