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Why Your Cheque Will Clear Faster Starting October 15
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) will launch the Pakistan Express Clearing System (PECS) from October 15 to speed up
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PM approves duty-free livestock imports for specialised farms to boost exports
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif gestures during a meeting. — APP/File ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday approved a comprehensive plan to restructure country’s livestock sector on…
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McDonald's supplier HyFun plans $208 million India IPO
BENGALURU: McDonald’s and KFC supplier HyFun Foods plans to raise up to 20 billion rupees ($207.7 million) in an IPO by late 2028, the frozen-foods maker’s CEO said, betting on surging demand from…
Business Recorder
Indian shares poised to extend rebound ahead of RBI policy verdict
Indian shares are likely to open higher on Tuesday , extending their rebound from the previous session as supportive global cues and positive quarterly business updates lift sentiment ahead of a…
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Bilawal hails ‘transformation’ of Thar
THARPARKAR: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Monday hailed the transformation of Thar, saying the region’s progress in health, education and energy proves that the…
Business Recorder
The provincial revenue problem
EDITORIAL: Sindh government spokesperson Sukhdev Hemnani’s recent observation that federal revenue shortfalls are affecting provincial finances and development is valid as far as it goes.
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PPDA vows consultation to resolve issues facing dealers
KARACHI: Pakistan Petroleum Dealers Association (PPDA) Chairman Malik Khuda Bakhsh has said the association’s leadership is prioritising the resolution of dealers’ issues and that its members have…
Business Recorder
E&P sector may achieve 44pc profit growth in 1QFY27 YoY
KARACHI: The profitability of Pakistan’s listed exploration and production (E&P) companies is expected to increase by 44 percent year-on-year (YoY) in the first quarter of FY27, supported by higher…
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SECP talk series: Pakistan a big market for inclusive insurance: MIC official
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan offers a large market for inclusive insurance, which can strengthen social protection and support progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals, said Michael J.
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Business issues to be taken up with relevant institutions: ICCI chief
ISLAMABAD: Newly elected President Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) Mohammad Zikria Akbar Zia has said that business issues would be systematically identified, prioritized and taken…
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Faisalabad moves to become first circular city to boost exports
FAISALABAD: Practical measures have been initiated to make Faisalabad Pakistan’s first circular city in a bid to meet European Union (EU) compliance requirements and enhance the exports of Pakistani…
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PIAF vows to make strong comeback in next LCCI polls
LAHORE: The Pakistan Industrial and Traders Associations Front (PIAF) has vowed to reorganise its ranks and make a strong comeback in the next Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI)…
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Yemen's Houthis say they targeted Saudi airports, Aramco refinery; no Saudi confirmation
Yemen’s Houthis said they carried out three military operations in Saudi Arabia towards several locations including the King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, an Aramco refinery in Rabigh, the…
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Petrol Price Up 3rd Day in a Row
The federal government has decided to increase the price of motor spirit (MS) petrol for the next 24 hours, according
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Govt hikes petrol price by Re0.88, cuts diesel by Rs1.88 per litre
The federal government on Monday reduced the price of high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs1.88 per litre to Rs397.76, while increasing petrol price by Re0.88 to Rs393.64 for October 6, 2026.
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Swiss president visits India to boost trade ties
NEW DELHI: Swiss President Guy Parmelin was given a red-carpet welcome in India on Monday as he met Prime Minister Narendra Modi for talks on trade and investment.
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