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Distribution companies will recover Rs226b from consumers following the increase

Proposals also include further increasing interest rates, devaluing currency

American envoy accuses China of seeking to force technology transfer

Benchmark index decreases 52.66 points to settle at 38,063.15

Economists advised the government to seek an IMF bailout, says finance minister

Cumulatively, the rupee has lost 31.8% of its value in the last 12 months

It was discontinued four years ago due to aviation safety concerns

The impression of lower utilisation of assets by the company is not correct

Increase comes on back of robust production by selective industries

Cotton is a major raw material for producing textile goods, predominantly meant for exports: APTMA

Information Minister tells Canadian HC govt contemplating relaxing visa regime for foreign journalists

Fawad Chaudhry insists government is focused on promoting exports, broadening tax net

Take cue from world market; increase comes ahead of expected US rate hike

Auditor General of Pakistan says appointment of the regulator’s head violates ordinance

Karachi Electronics Dealers Association (KEDA) say delay in issuance of SRO has caused uncertainty

Finance ministry officials rewarded for sitting late during budget-making process

Privatisation Commission (PC) board rejects proposals seeking delay in Mari Petroleum, FWBL, Services hotel sell-off

Enemies funding sub-national terrorist groups in country, NEC meeting told

Take cue from world market; increase comes ahead of expected US rate hike

Benchmark index decreases 193.36 points to settle at 38,115.81

Will reduce emissions by 37.5% by 2030; Germany worried at impact on auto sector

OPEC and other oil producers have agreed to curb production to drain tanks and boost prices

British high commissioner says the return was was "a reflection of the great improvements" in security

Cumulatively, the rupee has lost 31.8% of its value in the last 12 months

Plans to exchange market information and explore new possibilities

Member oil reportedly holds a dual nationality, which could hinder future decisions

Benchmark index decreases 276.49 points to settle at 38,309.17

COO says network operator will add significant new sites to its network next year

Premier says wealth creation increases taxes, employment opportunities and brings

Members resolve to write to PM over non-serious attitude of government officials

Federal Minister for Power Omar Ayub Khan reviews sector's performance to curb power theft

Foreign direct investment stands at $280m in Nov 2018

ECC imposes restrictions on export of sugarcane molasses to curb tax evasion

The premier says the mindset relating to businesses and exports needs to change

Heated words exchanged at closed-door review of US trade policies

Benchmark index decreases 276.49 points to settle at 38,309.17

Finance minister says govt is taking various measures to help the country steer out of economic crisis

Govt must act decisively, implement reform proposals without further loss of time

Most of the graduates, post-graduates encounter difficulties in finding suitable jobs

Pakistan can become more competitive and self-reliant if changes are brought in five critical areas

Investment may flow out of equity market to safer avenues

It can help reduce poverty through job creation

Aviation minister pledges govt’s full support for airline’s progress

'Government is also working on developing a national tariff policy'

Macroeconomic concerns keep investors jittery as volumes and values decline

The $1b worth investment is subject to approval of CCP and completion of required laws

Plans to reduce existing 34 taxes to 8-12 in next few years

Petroleum minister says slowdown in oil productions at refineries triggered the issue

Over 340,000 people, who had earlier filed returns, remain outside the net this time

Has already approved strategy, now summary will be sent to cabinet for its nod