It comes as China asks global lenders to take haircuts on loans

Exempts them from taxes on profit earned through investment in T-bills, PIBs

Envoy highlights potential to boost bilateral trade volume

Says MDI charges are low, will hold hearing next week

Revises budget gap forecast to Rs6.2tr in light of recent talks with IMF

Benchmark KSE-100 index drops by 411 points to close at 40,708

Banning private cryptocurrencies should be an option: Georgieva

Rejects arguments recession or higher unemployment is needed to reduce inflation

Says product diversification will help country get better market share

Minister says project will bridge digital divide, ensure internet access to youth