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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 Announces Bank Holiday for Zakat Deduction on First Day of Ramadan
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Islamabad: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has declared the first working day of Ramadan 1446 AH as a “Bank Holiday” for Zakat deduction. On…
Government Lowers Profit Rates on National Savings Schemes Again
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The federal government has once again lowered the profit rates on National Savings Schemes, effective January 31, 2024. Data shared by the Central Directorate of…
Faisalabad School Function Turns Violent: Minor Student Shoots Teacher
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FAISALABAD: A farewell party at a school in Chak 32-JB, Faisalabad, took a shocking turn when an eighth-grade student shot and injured his female teacher.…
Pakistan to Establish National Crypto Council for Digital Asset Regulation
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Islamabad: The government will consider establishing a National Crypto Council, which will serve as a dedicated advisory body comprising key government representatives, regulatory authorities, and…
Dubai Launches AI-Powered ‘Salama’ Platform for Instant Residency Visa Renewals
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Dubai has introduced an AI-powered digital platform that enables residents to renew their residency visas within minutes. Launched by the General Directorate of Residency and…
Bank Deposits Made Easier with NADRA’s New e-Service
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ISLAMABAD: A new service, e-Sahulat, has been introduced by the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) that enables citizens to deposit funds into more than…
Govt Recovers Rs35 Billion from Power Plants Amid Sector Overhaul
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ISLAMABAD: The government has recovered Rs35 billion from independent power producers (IPPs) and terminated contracts with six power plants as part of ongoing power sector…
Chief Minister’s Social Media Team Impersonated in Rawalpindi for Alleged Extortion of Traders
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Rawalpindi: Emerging reports suggest that individuals impersonating members of the Punjab Chief Minister’s social media team are allegedly extorting money from local traders in Rawalpindi.…
Senate Commerce Committee Reviews Budget Utilization and Trade Initiatives
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ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on Commerce, chaired by Senator Anusha Rahman, convened on Monday the Parliament House to assess the Ministry of Commerce’s budget…
Global Fashion Icon Jimmy Choo Inspires Ambitious Vision for Pakistan’s Fashion Future
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ISLAMABAD: As the globally renowned fashion icon Professor Jimmy Choo visits Pakistan. A wide belief reignites that nurturing talent, fostering innovation, and adhering to global…
Imran Khan’s Phone Got Stolen—Who’s The Culprit and Why?
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LAHORE: Former PTI leader Sher Afzal Marwat has reignited controversy over Imran Khan’s phone, alleging that the stolen devices were handed over to former spymaster…
CDA to Launch Cashless Payment System in Islamabad
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ISLAMABAD: In a move towards a more efficient and transparent financial system, the Capital Development Authority (CDA) has decided to transition to a digital payment…
PTA, FIA Take Action Against Illegal International SIM Sales
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ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), in collaboration with the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Cyber Crime Wing, has launched a nationwide crackdown against the illegal…
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