Safe-haven asset soars Rs3,900 per tola; rupee inches up to 279.16/$

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Blast occurred in the Akhtarabad area near the Western Bypass

Broad-based selling hits banks, cement, fertiliser sectors as market expected to remain cautious with downside bias

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PM says timely decisions have ensured sufficient supplies

Protests erupt over sealing of homes and shops during Eid holidays

Zero registrations recorded since launch; complex SOPs deter potential applicants

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Freight charges double, prices of essential food items continue to rise