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Lawyers to boycott court proceedings on Tuesday

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Sindh High Court

KARACHI: Three lawyer bodies of Sindh have given a call for boycotting court proceedings across the province on Tuesday against proposed appointment of chief justice of Sindh Ahmed Ali M Shaikh as an ad hoc judge of Supreme Court of Pakistan. Addressing a press conference after joint sitting of Sindh Bar Council (SBC), Sindh High … Read more

Investment in premium prize bonds climbs 132%

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Prize Bonds

KARACHI: The investment in premium prize bonds has surged 132 per cent to over Rs44 billion during the fiscal year 2020/21, according to the official data released on Monday. The investment in premium prize bonds with the denominations of Rs25,000 and Rs40,000 increased to Rs44.13 billion by the end of June 30, 2021, compared with … Read more

K-Electric to collect 7.5% advance tax from bills of non-ATL consumers

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K-Electric requests

KARACHI: The K-Electric Limited will charge 7.5 per cent advance income tax on monthly electricity bills of over Rs25,000 from July 1 from the customers who are not on the active taxpayers list, the power utility tweeted. The K-Electric has asked the consumers to update their computerized national identity cards (CNICs) against their current account … Read more

The ultimate guide to the best biryani spots in Karachi

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Biryani is one of the most beloved dishes of Pakistan. Considered as the national dish of Pakistan, Biryani, with its combination of special spices and aromatic rice, has gathered fans across the globe. Biryani is produced almost everywhere in the world, however, Karachi is known to be the best Biryani city across Pakistan. Offering a … Read more

NCOC Meeting: On Going Delta Variant Wave Most Dominant In Karachi

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NCOC Meeting: On Going Delta Variant Wave Most Dominant In Karachi

The National Command and Operations Center (NCOC) said that there is a wave of Indian delta variants in the country, in which Karachi is most affected, the condition of 1210 patients in Karachi is critical. According to details, a joint meeting of the NCOC was hosted by Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah. The meeting … Read more

The Best Ice Cream places in Karachi you must visit!

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Just imagine Aliens descending on Earth, specifically in Karachi and searching for something sweet and cold to calm their nerves. Which places would you recommend to the ‘new species’ so that when they return to their planet, they return happy. We have compiled a list of Must Visit Ice Cream shops in Karachi for them … Read more

Pakistan’s forex reserves ease to $24.853 billion

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State Bank of Pakistan

KARACHI: The liquid foreign exchange reserves of the country eased $23 million to $24.853 billion by the week ended July 30, 2021, the central bank reported on Thursday. The foreign exchange reserves of the country stood at $24.876 billion by the week ended July 23, 2021. The official foreign exchange reserves of the State Bank … Read more

RLNG-based power generation sets to shoot up

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rlng

KARACHI: The production cost of the regasified liquefied natural gas (RLNG)-based electricity generation is estimated to increase over 100 per cent in the current fiscal year, as global liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices are likely to remain elevated for the majority of FY22. “Increased RLNG rates will translate into higher electricity production costs from the … Read more

Rising protectionism: mobile phone assembly and auto policies harmful for consumers

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telecommunication

LAHORE: The independent Economic Advisory Group met to review the industrial policy and reforms being pursued by the government, especially in the automobile and telecom industries and observed that the past and contemporary policies have been focused on merely establishing assembly units, instead of developing manufacturing capacity, which is the real driver of growth in … Read more

Karachiites take a jab at Covid

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KARACHI: For many, receiving Covid-19 jabs has been a way to fight the deadly pandemic while for others the vaccination has only proved to be a way to keep their cellphones alive and their salaries on time. Though the first batch of Covid vaccinations reached the country in February this year, there has been an … Read more

A plague of flies descends on Karachi

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flies

The Pakistan Medical Association (PMA) on Wednesday noted the abundance of flies in the country, warning of the various diseases which they can transmit to humans. Swarms of flies are descending on the country. In a statement, the association criticized the government for failing to perform regular fumigation and cleaning efforts in cities, which are … Read more

Sindh introduces mobile vaccination centres in Karachi

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Corona Vaccination Certificate

KARACHI: In a bid to control the rising coronavirus cases, health authorities in Sindh on Wednesday introduced mobile vaccination centres for the people of Karachi. Health authorities say 12 mobile hospital units have been converted into mobile vaccination centres. They added that drive-through teams have also been dispatched in the different places of Karachi to … Read more

Pakistan, Oman vow to enhance trade relations

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ISLAMABAD: The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry acting president congratulated the Omani counterpart on his appointment as the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) chairman and expressed the hope that the trade relations between Pakistan and Oman would further strengthened and expanded under the stewardship of Eng Redha Al Saleh, a … Read more

Govt re-imposes Covid restrictions in selected cities

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COVID-19 Positive Cases Rate Rises to 9% in Lahore

Amid the increasing number of coronavirus cases across Pakistan, the government on Monday has announced to re-impose certain restrictions in selected cities from August 3 to August 31. “After approval of Prime Minister Imran Khan, the National Command and Operation Center (NCOC) has decided to impose certain restrictions in Islamabad; Rawalapindi, Lahore, Multan, and Faisalabad … Read more

KSE-100 index at 30: Profits grow half of its age

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KSE 100

LAHORE: The Pakistan Stock Exchange’s (PSX) most followed benchmark KSE-100 index is celebrating its 30 years of existence. The KSE-100 index is a total return market capitalisation-based index, which was created in 1991 with a base value of 1,000 points. Umair Naseer, associate director research at Topline Securities, said that following international best practices, the … Read more

NITL funds available on Emlaak Financials

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NITL

KARACHI: Pakistan’s first asset management company, National Investment Trust Limited (NITL), has launched its presence on Emlaak Financials, which is the country’s first consolidated digital platform for mutual fund investments across the asset management industry, a statement said on Monday. Emlaak Financials has been launched by ITMinds, which is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Central … Read more

Businesses dormant, vaccination centres active in Karachi

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KARACHI: As the Sindh government’s imposed lockdown brings Karachi to a grinding halt, hundreds of people visited vaccination centres across the city to get Covid jabs on Saturday. Amid a surge in the confirmed coronavirus cases and single-day deaths, the provincial authorities imposed a weeklong lockdown till August 8. Following the lockdown and the federal … Read more

Pakistan equity market may remain volatile next week

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Stocks remain range-bound over political turmoil

KARACHI: The benchmark stocks lost 1.5 per cent during the week ended July 30, 2021, and analysts predict a volatile week ahead as the Sindh government has imposed a strict lockdown, amid corporate results announcement season, dealers said on Saturday. An analyst at Arif Habib Limited said with the result season commencing, and cyclical expected … Read more

Lockdown may ease pressure on rupee

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rupee

KARACHI: A strict lockdown imposed by the Sindh government may discourage import payments and ease pressure on the rupee. The Sindh government imposed a stringent lockdown to prevent the spread of the coronavirus from July 31, 2021. The restrictions may partially halt commercial and industrial activities in the province, especially in the port city of … Read more

Fumigation Campaign To Be Launched In Karachi: Administrator

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Fumigation Campaign

KARACHI: During the monsoon season, Karachi Administrator Laiq Ahmed stated a full-fledged disinfectant fumigation campaign was being started in the city in partnership with civil society to remove flies, mosquitoes, and germs. It will be sprayed around mosques, churches, temples, schools, colleges, marketplaces, and shopping malls to offer a better environment for people, according to … Read more

Exams Postponed, Pillion Riding Banned As Strict COVID-19 Lockdown Begins

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Exams Postponed, Pillion Riding Banned As Strict COVID-19 Lockdown Begins

Sindh Home Department has issued notification of COVID -19 lockdown restrictions in the province. According to the notification, partial lockdown will be enforced in Sindh from today and citizens will be banned from leaving their homes unnecessarily while pillion riding of motorcycles will also be banned and more than two persons in vehicles will be … Read more

Today 1 Eur to PKR exchange rates on, 31st July 2021

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Euro to PKR

Karachi: The current exchange rate between the Euro and the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) on the currency market (updated on July 31st, 2021). On July 31st, 2021, the open market buying rate for 1 EURO to PKR is Rs 193.18. Euro Rate In Pakistan Today 2021 Check the updated list of Euro to Pakistan Rupee On … Read more

Janam Fida-e-Haideri is performed by Asim Azhar in a soulful performance

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Asim Azhar

KARACHI, Pakistan – With a heartfelt version of Janam Fida E Haideri, singer Asim Azhar has captivated the hearts of his admirers.

The singer shared an unplugged version of the song on Instagram, which received a lot of favorable feedback from fans.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CR6owvaodnK/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=embed_video_watch_again

In few hours, the video has received more than 800k likes on Instagram.

Popular Pakistani singer Asim, also known for his mega-hit tracks over the border, shared excellent news.

The singer announced the opening of a website for his fan club in a tweet on the social media site Twitter.

He also announced that on August 1, he would be in Lahore for a meet-and-greet with his fans, as well as an event.

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Businessmen slam complete lockdown in Sindh

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KARACHI: The businessmen on Friday rejected the decision of the Sindh government to impose a complete lockdown for the prevention of coronavirus spread in the province, a statement said. Mian Nasir Hayat Maggo, president of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), urged the Sindh government to review the decision. The Sindh … Read more

Pakistani chambers praise government’s business-friendly policies

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FPCCI

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s all major chambers of commerce and industry have expressed full confidence in the government’s business-friendly policies and measures taken for the ease of doing business and agree for consultative process for the formulation of a strategy to increase tax revenue, a statement said on Friday. The presidents of the country’s major chambers of … Read more

New Zealand Cricket to Send Security Experts Ahead of Pakistan Tour

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New Zealand Cricket to Send Security Experts Ahead of Pakistan Tour

New Zealand Cricket will send a team of security experts to Pakistan to analyze the security situation before Kiwi’s tour later this year. According to sources, ahead of T20I and ODI series, New Zealand cricket will be sending a team of experts to Pakistan to assess the country’s situation in terms of security. Reg Dickinson, … Read more

Sindh to continue smart lockdown in Karachi

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KARACHI: In the wake of the recent upsurge in the number of Delta variant coronavirus cases in the city, the Sindh government on Thursday decided to continue its smart lockdown. According to the National Command Operation Centre (NCOC), the Covid trajectory has entered a critical phase and only a proactive approach could slow the spread … Read more

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