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Senate Panel Calls on SBP to End Mandatory Abaya Rules for Female Bank Staff
In a significant development, a Senate committee has urged the State Bank of Pakistan to intervene after reports emerged that some Islamic banks were forcing female staff to wear abayas. The call comes as lawmakers stress that women should not…
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SBP Releases Rs55 Coin in Honor of Guru Nanak’s 555th ‘Jayanti’
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The State Bank of Pakistan(SBP) issued a commemorative coin on Friday to mark the 555th Jayanti [birth anniversary] of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder…
Govt Plans Major Reduction in Net Metering Rate
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The federal government is set to lower the solar net metering tariff to Rs. 7.5-11 per unit, a significant drop from the current rate of…
Pak COAS Stresses the Need to Guard Digital Borders
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ISLAMABAD: Speaking to the business community in Karachi, Army Chief General Syed Asim Munir expressed his strong belief in Pakistan’s bright and secure future. In…
Dastak App Broadens Reach with 10 More Cities in Punjab
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The Punjab government officially launched the “Dastak – Doorstep Services” app on Monday, as ordered by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz. With the addition of Rahim…
Karachi Hosts the Launch of Defence Expo ‘IDEAS 2024
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IDEAS 2024, the 12th edition of the defence exhibition and seminar, officially commenced on Tuesday at the Expo Centre in Karachi. At the opening ceremony…
Smog Eases in Punjab, Government Announces Revised Operational Rules
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Lahore: The Punjab Environmental Department(EPA) has issued new operational guidelines as smog intensity decreases across the region. Under the updated measures, restaurants and hotels can…
Govt Seeks World Bank Approval to Revise Punjab’s $200M Health and Education Plan
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The government has contacted the World Bank to restructure the $200 million Punjab Human Capital Investment Project (PHCIP). This restructuring aims to help the initiative…
Lahore AQI Peaks at 500 Today Despite Smog Restrictions
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LAHORE: Severe pollution continues to engulf Lahore, driving air quality to hazardous levels and ranking it as the world’s second most polluted city. Delhi had…
Punjab Increases Kisan Card Holders to 750,000, Offering Rs 18 Billion for Agricultural Purchases
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LAHORE: The Punjab government has issued an additional 250,000 Chief Minister Kisan Cards, bringing the total to 750,000, according to an agriculture department spokesperson. The…
Lahore and Multan Suspend Schools and Outdoor Activities Until November 24
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LAHORE: The Director General of Environmental Protection announced that schools in Multan and Lahore will remain closed until November 24. All outdoor events, including sports,…
Punjab Successfully Conducts Artificial Rain Experiment Using Local Technology
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LAHORE: The Punjab government has successfully trialed local technology for artificial rain to help mitigate the impact of heavy smog in the province. “Cloud seeding”…
Solar Panel Prices Hit Record Low, Bringing Down Battery Costs
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Solar battery prices have significantly dropped following a record decline in the country’s solar panel costs. According to dealers, solar battery prices have dropped by…
Weekend Brings Positive Change in Lahore’s Air Quality Index
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LAHORE: Lahore’s air pollution levels showed significant improvement over the weekend, with the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching 312. However, there has been minimal…
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