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Pakistan allows Afghan exports through Wagah border

Pakistan allows Afghan exports through Wagah border

The government on Monday said it will allow Afghanistan to export goods to India through the Wagah Border, Lahore from July 15 after implementing the standard operating procedures (SOPs) at border stations.  “At the special

SBP extends deadline for debt deferment facility

SBP extends deadline for debt deferment facility

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Wednesday extended the deadline for the debt deferment facility till September 30 allowing small and medium enterprises to defer payments on their loan principals.  “Considering the fact that

Security situation in Pakistan has improved a lot: Foreign investors

Security situation in Pakistan has improved a lot: Foreign investors

Foreign investors have shown their satisfaction over the improving security situation in the country as they appreciated the law enforcement agencies for their efforts in reducing violence.  The findings were released by the Overseas Investors

Assistant to PM on Health Dr. Mirza tests positive for Covid-19

Assistant to PM on Health Dr. Mirza tests positive for Covid-19

Special Assistant to the PM on Health Dr. Zafar Mirza on Monday said he has tested positive for the Covid-19 but said he is only showing mild symptoms. In a tweet, Mirza said https://twitter.com/zfrmrza/status/1280016074449326083 Last

Pakistan’s exports fall 6.8pc YoY in June 2020

Pakistan’s exports fall 6.8pc YoY in June 2020

Pakistan’s exports during the FY2019-20 declined by 6.8 percent to $21.4 billion compared to $22.97bn during the same period last fiscal year, data released by the Ministry of Commerce showed on Friday.  However, detailed numbers

Rupee recovers lost ground to the dollar

Rupee recovers lost ground to the dollar

The local currency on Thursday gained Rs1.20 against the dollar with exchange rate reverting back to Rs167.20 compared to Rs168.20 on Wednesday.  The Exchange Companies Association of Pakistan said the rupee recouped earlier losses on

Airlift raises deliveries services with $10m investment

Airlift raises deliveries services with $10m investment

A local transport startup Airlift on Wednesday raised $10 million from Quiet Capital after the company said it plans to enter into the groceries delivery business.  “Today, we are announcing our $10m Series A-1 financing

Six players to travel for England after testing negative

Six players to travel for England after testing negative

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Tuesday said that the six players who tested positive Covid-19 a week ago are now eligible to leave for the England series after testing negative.  The players names are:

PCB announces 21-member squad for England tour

PCB announces 21-member squad for England tour

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Saturday confirmed that a 31-member squad including 20 players and 11 support staffers will leave on a charter flight for Manchestar, England on Sunday.  The announcement comes after analysts

Govt announces record-high increase in fuel price

Govt announces record-high increase in fuel price

In an abrupt late night notification, the government increased per litre petrol price by Rs25.58 to Rs100.10 with immediate effect.  The price hike was notified immediately and would remain effective till July 31. The sudden