APTMA predicts Pakistan’s textile exports to grow by $6b!

APTMA reveals that Pakistan’s textile products will increase by $6 billion this year. While sharing statistical data on how Pakistan’s textile exports increased, APTMA lauded the textile entrepreneurs for the huge achievement.

Here’s all you need to know about the new Suzuki Alto

The ninth-generation Suzuki Alto Kei comes with new body panels and design elements. According to details, the new Suzuki Alto is similar to its predecessor with slight adjustments. While still retaining a boxy design, the new Suzuki Alto looks more rounded than before.

Punjab counters pollution, bans cars without M-tags on motorway

LHC announced to ban vehicles without M-tags on motorways. The ban comes as the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) raised concerns regarding air quality at toll plazas, which according to the Air Quality Index, is the highest. 

PM Khan to spare no one in Sialkot disaster

Sialkot, an angry mob beat a Sri Lankan man to death and burned his body over blasphemy allegations. The incident left Pakistan horrified with officials vowing strict action. Calling it a shameful day for Pakistan, PM Khan warned that all those responsible will be punished.

Zameen.com launches much-awaited Pakistan Property event in Dubai

The Pakistan Property Event by Zameen.com will allow the Non-Resident-Pakistanis (NRPs) in Dubai to explore opportunities to invest in real estate back home. At the event, the Pakistani diaspora will be presented with more than 125 projects. 

ECP ignores Azam Swati’s apology?

Azam Swati submitted his written apology to ECP through his lawyer for his accusations against the electoral body. According to reports, the ECP neither accepted nor rejected the apology but directed the minister to appear in person at the next hearing.

Is Sindh govt closing schools & imposing lockdown?

In a bid to curb the fast transmission of Omicron, the Sindh government imposed new restrictions for the province. It also announced that schools will remain open and exams will be held as per schedule. However, reports are emerging which claim otherwise.

FBR wins first ever money laundering case

The FBR is currently on a mission to eradicate tax evasion in Pakistan. According to reports, the FBR registered 215 FIRs against 267 accused and attached properties worth Rs235 billion involving a tax amount of Rs76 billion. The FBR also attached 640 bank accounts.

HBL boosts financial inclusion in Pakistan with first Fintech Summit

The virtual summit will be the first of its kind in Pakistan. According to details, some of the biggest names from global fintech giants will attend the event. Her Majesty Queen Maxima of the Netherlands will deliver a special pre-recorded message at the summit.

Samsung shows off first locally assembled phone in Pakistan

Faisal Subzwari, Chairman of the Senate’s Standing Committee on Industries and Production, confirmed to the media that Samsung has officially begun its production of mobile phones in Pakistan. This is a welcoming development as authorities hope it will reduce import bills.

Oil prices climb over 2% amid Omicron concerns

Brent crude futures rose $1.90, or 2.7%, to $71.13 a barrel at 0504 GMT, after a 3.9% slump on Tuesday. U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures rose $1.71, or 2.6%, to $67.89 a barrel, after a 5.4% drop on Tuesday. OPEC+ will meet on Thursday to discuss the developments.

Doha Talks: Taliban urges US to release frozen funds, end sanctions

During the second round of Doha Talks, the Afghan delegation assured the US side of security and urged that Afghanistan's frozen money should be released unconditionally, blacklists and sanctions must end and human issues be separated from political ones.