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China Export Growth 36.3% as Shipments to US Jump 39.6%
China - (Special Correspondent/Web Desk) - China export growth 36.3% in September caught many experts by surprise. Customs data released on Wednesday showed that buyers abroad kept ordering, even while families at home held back on…
Pakistan Government Reduces Petrol Price by Rs 2.71 Per Litre
ISLAMABAD: (Finance Reporter) - The government has announced a reduction in petroleum prices across Pakistan, issuing an official notification revising the rates of petrol and diesel.
According to the Petroleum Division, petrol prices…
Malala Fund Faces Allegations of Financial Irregularities Over Millions in Spending
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Atiq Ahmed Sadozai) – Malala Fund, the global nonprofit organisation founded by Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai to promote girls’ education, is facing allegations of financial irregularities, excessive spending…
Prime Minister Shebaz Sharif Reviews FBR Reforms, Stresses Improved Tax Compliance and Enforcement
ISLAMABAD, Oct 12 (APP):Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Monday, directed the completion of a production monitoring system for sales tax purposes across all manufacturing sectors by the end of this year.
Chairing a review meeting…
World Bank Mobilizes $3.2 Billion for Pakistan Since 2022
ISLAMABAD:(Staff Reporter) - The World Bank Group has mobilized nearly $3.2 billion in private capital for Pakistan since 2022, supporting investments in renewable energy, environmental protection and private…
Gold Prices in Pakistan Rise Rs1,100 Per Tola
KARACHI: (Finance Reporter) - Gold prices in Pakistan increased by Rs1,100 per tola on Saturday, taking the rate to Rs442,036, according to 24NewsHD TV channel.
The All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA) reported…
Karachi Port Connectivity Index Reaches Record 356.8 During Third Quarter 2026
KARACHI: (News Desk) - Karachi Port has achieved a new milestone in international maritime connectivity, with its Port Liner Shipping Connectivity Index (PLSCI) climbing to a record 356.8 in the third quarter of 2026.
The…
FBR Proposes Duty-Free Livestock Imports to Boost Pakistan’s Meat Exports
ISLAMABAD: (News Desk) - The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has proposed a duty-free import scheme for cattle, sheep and goats intended for fattening and subsequent export, including the production and export of meat and meat products,…
Rs683 Million Duty Evasion Bid Foiled at Karachi Port; Cigarette Paper, 47,273kg Acetate Tow Seized
Karachi - (Staff reporter/Web Desk) - The Directorate General of Transit Trade has stopped a Rs683 million duty evasion attempt at Karachi port. Officials say the goods were cleared under false papers to avoid heavy taxes.
Two containers…