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Auto industry concerned at proposed NEV policy

LAHORE: The proposed New Energy Vehicle (NEV) policy has triggered concerns within the auto industry, with stakeholders warning that contradictions in the framework could weaken both its environmental and industrial goals. The main controversy rev…

#AutoIndustry #NEVPolicy #Economy

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ISSI hosts event to commemorate Youm-e-Takbeer

ISLAMABAD: To commemorate Youm-e-Takbeer, the Arms Control and Disarmament Centre (ACDC) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) hosted an event on the theme “Strategic Stability, Emerging Threats and Role of Diplomacy.” Copyright B…

#YoumETakbeer #ISSI #Islamabad

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Gwadar Port handles over 53,277 MT of cargo

ISLAMABAD: Gwadar Port has successfully handled more than 53,277 metric tonnes of cargo in a major operational milestone that, officials say, reflects the port’s growing regional and international trade significance. According to official details,…

#Gwadar #GwadarPort #Economy

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SC confirms no pre-arrest or post-arest bail cases pending

ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan has said that there are no pending cases related to pre-arrest or post-arrest bail at its principal seat in Islamabad. According to a press release issued by the Supreme Court PRO, 226 pre-arrest and post-a…

#SupremeCourt #Judiciary #Bail

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Dar departs for New York to participate in UNSC debate

ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar left Beijing for New York to participate in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) Open Debate on “Maintenance of International Peace and Security: Upholding the …

#IshaqDar #NewYork #UNSC #Diplomacy

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Gwadar Port sees maritime surge after ME crisis, tariff cut

ISLAMABAD: Gwadar Port has seen a notable surge in maritime activity following the Middle East crisis and a government move to sharply cut port charges, officials said on Monday, marking a renewed boost in regional shipping activity. The revised t…

#Gwadar #GwadarPort #Economy

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Govt urged to simplify tax system

ISLAMABAD: Islamabad Industrial Estate President Omais Khattak has described the current tax system as complex, saying it hampers industrial growth and discourages exports and investment. He urged the government to introduce a single- window Natio…

#TaxSystem #Economy

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LCCI demands govt present balanced, business-friendly federal budget

LAHORE: The Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) on Monday presented its budget proposals at a news conference, urging the government to design a balanced, business-friendly and relief-oriented federal budget. The Chamber said this is ne…

#Lahore #LCCI #FederalBudget

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Arrangements finalised for Eid-ul-Azha days: Azma

LAHORE: Announcing comprehensive administrative, security and civic arrangements for Eid-ul-Azha, Punjab Information and Culture Minister Azma Bokhari said that all leaves of officers and staff under the Suthra Punjab programme have been cancelled…

#AzmaBokhari #EidUlAzha #PunjabGovt

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Health dept finalises arrangements for facilities on Eid-ul-Azha occasion

LAHORE: While the health professionals have warned the people to avoid excessive consumption of sacrificial meat on Eid-ul-Azha, the Punjab health department has finalised necessary arrangements to provide efficient medical cover to the people dur…

#EidUlAzha #PublicHealth