Islamabad: In a significant move, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the State Bank of Pakistan has decided to reduce the policy rate by 200 basis points, bringing it down to 17.5 percent starting September 13, 2024. This decision comes as both he…
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IMF Updates on Global Economic Engagements and Policies
Washington: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) briefed the media on a wide range of economic developments, including upcoming travels of its senior officials, policy measures, and bilateral meetings across various countries. Julie Kozack, Director …
Read MoreRecord Number of New Companies Registered in Pakistan in August 2024
Islamabad: In a significant growth for Pakistan’s corporate sector, the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) registered a record-breaking 2,933 new companies in August 2024. This represents a 3% increase from the previous year and mar…
Read MoreOGRA Announces Decrease in September RLNG Prices for Major Distributors
Islamabad: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has announced a decrease in the prices for Re-gasified Liquefied Natural Gas (RLNG) for September 2024, affecting major distributors including Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) and Sui So…
Read MoreIG Punjab Dr. Usman Anwar Addresses Cochlear Implant Recovery for Police Employees’ Children
Lahore: Inspector General of Punjab Police, Dr. Usman Anwar, recently highlighted the significant progress and ongoing support for children of police employees recovering from cochlear implant surgeries. In a heartfelt address at the Central Police Of…
Read MoreChief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif Intensifies Law and Order Efforts in Punjab
Lahore: Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has taken decisive steps to bolster law and order in Punjab, emphasizing the protection of life and property as her primary responsibility. In a high-level meeting, she issued directives for a more proactive …
Read MorePunjab Police Urges Expedited Processing of Pending Challans in 22 Districts
Lahore: In a concerted effort to address the backlog of pending challans, Additional IG Investigation Punjab, Muhammad Idrees Ahmad, chaired a follow-up meeting at the Central Police Office. The session, which connected various police officials from a…
Read MorePunjab Launches ‘Clinic on Wheels’ and Approves Numerous Development Projects
Lahore: Chief Minister of Punjab, Maryam Nawaz Sharif, has announced the deployment of 444 ‘Clinic on Wheels’ vans across 112 tehsils, featuring ultrasound facilities, aimed at enhancing healthcare accessibility. This initiative was discussed during t…
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