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Islamabad Bans Vendors and Beggars Outside Mosques, Tightens Security Measures
Authorities in the federal capital have introduced stricter security protocols around mosques following formal requests from local administrations. The move comes after mosque committees sought enhanced protection measures to ensure the safety of worshippers. In an official response, the Islamabad Police directed that at least one armed security guard must be deployed at mosques during […]
Engro Fertilizers’ 2025 Profit Falls 20% Despite Higher Sales
Engro Fertilizers Limited (PSX: EFERT) has reported a 20 percent year-on-year (YoY) decline in profit-after-tax (PAT) for 2025, even as sales volumes remained strong. According to the company’s financial results, PAT stood at Rs. 22.6 billion (EPS: Rs. 16.95) for the full year 2025, reflecting a notable drop compared to the previous year. 4Q2025 Performance […]
Climate Ministry Defends Removal of Paper Mulberry Trees in Islamabad
Pakistan’s Ministry of Climate Change has informed the Islamabad High Court (IHC) that paper mulberry trees are categorized as a non-native species, making their removal legally permissible under current environmental guidelines. The clarification came in a written reply submitted during ongoing court proceedings concerning tree cutting activities in the federal capital. The case has drawn […]
PSL 11 Player Auction Timings Revealed
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially confirmed the timings and key details for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 Player Auction, scheduled to take place at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at Lahore’s Expo Center. The announcement comes amid major developments in the league’s structure ahead of the 2026 season. The Expo […]
Zakat Department Approves Widow Support Card for Financial Assistance
The Zakat Department has approved the launch of a Widow Support Card aimed at providing direct financial assistance to widows. Officials confirmed that the program is scheduled to be rolled out later this month as part of broader welfare initiatives. Under the scheme, eligible widows will receive regular financial support funded through Zakat collections. The […]
PSX Slips Below 185,000 as KSE-100 Suffers Steep 3,700-Point Decline
Pakistan’s stock market faced heavy selling pressure on Friday as the Pakistan Stock Exchange witnessed one of its sharpest single-day declines in recent sessions, pushing the benchmark index below a key psychological level. The KSE-100 Index closed at 184,129 points after plunging 3,702 points, marking a decline of nearly 2 percent. The downturn reflected widespread […]
Pakistan and Kazakhstan Set $1 Billion Trade Target to Strengthen Economic Ties
Pakistan and Kazakhstan have agreed on an ambitious goal to raise their bilateral trade volume to $1 billion, signaling a renewed push to deepen economic cooperation between the two countries. The commitment was highlighted during a high-profile state visit by Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to Islamabad, aimed at expanding trade, investment, and strategic collaboration. President […]
US Expands H-2B Visa Program to Ease Seasonal Labor Shortages
The United States has announced a major expansion of its H-2B visa program, aiming to address persistent labor shortages across key seasonal industries. Under the Trump administration’s latest decision, an additional 65,000 H-2B seasonal guest worker visas will be made available through September 30, significantly increasing access to foreign labor for U.S. employers. This temporary […]
Government Moves to Reduce Reliance on Bank Financing Through Capital Market Reforms
The federal government has announced plans to reduce Pakistan’s reliance on bank financing by advancing capital market reforms, signaling a strategic shift in the country’s financial framework. This decision aims to lower transaction costs, broaden investor participation, and strengthen alternative funding sources for businesses and institutions. The initiative was discussed during a meeting between Finance […]
Govt Makes Energy-Efficient Products Mandatory to Cut Power Costs in Public Sector
The federal government has taken a significant step toward reducing electricity consumption and controlling rising power costs by making energy-efficient products mandatory for all public sector procurement. Under the new policy, federal government departments and institutions will now be required to purchase only energy-efficient, star-rated products for official use. The directive has been formally notified […]