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HBL remains Pakistan’s top bank as H1’23 profits surge 50% to Rs 51.5 billion

HBL’s H1’23 results, underpinned by client centricity, were driven by strong organic growth. Exceptional performance across all business segments further cemented the Bank’s leadership position.

Marks & Spencer seeks to enhance its textile imports from Pakistan

To foster collaboration and explore opportunities in the Pakistan textile industry, experts from Marks & Spencer are scheduled to visit Pakistan in September to engage with APTMA member mills.

Wife of judge booked for ‘torturing’ teenage maid in Islamabad

The girl's father alleged that his daughter was subjected to severe torture by the judge’s wife, and there were torture marks all over the child’s body.

PM Shehbaz denounces latest incident of desecration of the Holy Quran

The Quran-burning incidents in both Sweden and Denmark have triggered protests from Muslim countries.

Centcom chief lauds Pakistan’s war against terrorism in meeting with COAS Asim

Gen Kurilla acknowledged and appreciated Pakistan Army's successes in the fight against terrorism and Pakistan's continued efforts to bring peace and stability to the region.

Major win for PTI chief Imran Khan as court grants pre-arrest bail in May 9 cases

In the written judgment by Additional Sessions Judge Farrukh Farid, the court ruled that the prosecution must prove that the accused instigated the offense.

Moonis Elahi declared absconder in money laundering case

The FIA had pleaded to declare Moonis Elahi an absconder for not appearing before the investigation agency even after the issuance of a non-bailable arrest warrant against him.

Mysterious death of Lahore DIG Shariq Jamal raises concerns

No family members were present at his residence at the time of his death. A case regarding the incident has been registered on the complaint of deceased DIG’s wife. Police claims to arrest a man and a woman for investigation in this regard.

Islamabad schoolgirl gang rape case: Three suspects arrested while hunt continues for fourth

The teenage girl was on her way to school when she was abducted by the boys at gunpoint, who later gang-raped her.

More than just a bank: HBL contributes over Rs 4 billion in social uplift of Pakistan

HBL's priority remains consistent - to innovate and provide solutions that support growth and improve quality of life for its employees, customers, and the people of Pakistan.

No economic revival without reviving exports: APTMA

The sustained decline in year-on-year monthly exports throughout the fiscal year is alarming. 50% of the existing production capacity is currently inactive or idle.

CJP turns down govt’s request for full court over military trials of civilians

“Judges are not available at this time. It is not possible to form a full court,” CJP Bandial told Attorney General for Pakistan (AGP) Mansoor Usman Awan.