US unveils sweeping economic pressure campaign against Iran
The United States on Monday announced plans to expand economic pressure on Iran and warned countries doing business with Tehran…
Chinese President calls for a two-state solution to the Palestine issue through political compromise
Chinese President Xi Jinping said that four principles are essential to resolving the Palestine issue. First, he said, political compromise…
Oil tanker attacked near Oman’s coast, vessel disabled
A projectile attack on an oil tanker near the coast of Oman has disabled the vessel. According to the UK…
CM Bugti directs authorities to upgrade surveillance system
Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti has directed authorities to upgrade the province’s surveillance system and further strengthen the capabilities of…
PSX declines despite Pakistan’s credit rating upgrade
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) closed lower on Monday despite Moody’s upgrade of Pakistan’s credit rating, as late-session profit-taking wiped…
Private sector repays Rs393bn in first six weeks of fiscal year
Private-sector businesses retired Rs393.4 billion in net bank debt during the first six weeks of the current fiscal year, signalling…
Business Facilitation Centre helps attract Rs6.6bn investment
The Business Facilitation Centre (BFC) has helped facilitate investments worth Rs6.6 billion during its first year of operation, Federal Minister…
Govt struggles to maintain NA quorum as PPP skips proceedings
The government on Monday failed to maintain the required quorum in the National Assembly as PPP lawmakers stayed away from…
Tehran urges US to take first step towards easing tensions amid distrust
Iran has called on the United States to take the first step towards de-escalation by honouring its commitments under the…
FBR simplifies sales tax registration process for businesses
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has introduced a risk-based system to simplify and speed up sales tax registration for…