Karachi, April 8, 2024 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has issued directives to banks to open bank accounts for beneficiaries of the Benazir Income Support Program (BISP), aiming to streamline the disbursement process of financial assistance directly into their accounts.
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OGDCL Announces Significant Gas Discovery in Sindh, Pakistan
Karachi, April 8, 2024 – The Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) made a significant announcement on Monday, revealing a substantial gas discovery from a well located in Sindh province of Pakistan, district of Sujawal.
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Gold Surges to New Peak at Rs 245,700 per Tola in Pakistan
Karachi, April 8, 2024 – Gold prices in Pakistan soared to unprecedented levels on Monday, reaching a new peak at Rs 245,700 per tola after a significant increase of Rs 600 in the local markets.
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Updated Petroleum Prices in Pakistan During Eid-ul-Fitr Holidays
In the wake of the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr holidays, the Government of Pakistan has announced updated petroleum prices, effective until the next fortnight revision on April 15, 2024.
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Saudi Crown Prince Hosts Iftar for Pakistani Premier
In a gesture of warm hospitality, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman hosted an Iftar at the Al-Safa Palace in Makkah for Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and his delegation, who are currently on a three-day visit to the kingdom.
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Banks Close 3 Days for Eid-ul-Fitr 2024: Plan Your Transactions
As the joyous occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr approaches, citizens in Pakistan are reminded to plan their financial transactions in advance due to the closure of banks for three consecutive days.
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PM Shehbaz Sharif Commences Three-Day Visit to Saudi Arabia
MADINA MUNAWARAH, April 6, 2024 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, accompanied by a high-level delegation, landed in Saudi Arabia today for a three-day official visit, aimed at bolstering bilateral ties and enhancing cooperation between the two brotherly nations.
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Gold Jumps to All-Time High in Pakistan at Rs 245,100 per Tola
Karachi, April 6, 2024 – The gold market in Pakistan soared to unprecedented heights on Saturday as prices surged to an all-time high of Rs 245,100 per tola, driven by a substantial increase in international markets.
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Philip Morris Pakistan and FBR Locked in Lengthy Legal Disputes
Philip Morris Pakistan Limited, a leading cigarette manufacturer in the country, has unveiled a complex web of litigations stretching across numerous years against tax authorities, which have resulted in substantial tax demands.
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SBP Unveils Ambitious Quarterly Government Borrowing Plan
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has revealed an ambitious plan for government borrowing from banks, aiming to secure approximately Rs 5 trillion during the last quarter of the fiscal year 2023-24.
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