The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), the country’s apex trade body, on Monday urged the government to announce a substantial reduction in petroleum prices.
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British Council issues important statement on CIEs 2023
The British Council has issued statement regarding the Cambridge International Examinations (CAIEs) for 2023, including the resumption of exams nationwide from May 15, 2023. This decision was made after prioritizing the safety of candidates during the recent uncertain times.
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Pakistan set to announce petroleum prices for second half of May 2023
Pakistan is eagerly anticipating the announcement of new petroleum prices for the second half of May 2023, scheduled to be made on May 15.
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Pakistan’s telecom sector faces billions in losses as internet suspension takes toll
Pakistan’s telecom sector has experienced a significant blow with financial losses amounting to Rs2.46 billion due to the suspension of broadband internet services over a three-day period.
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Daily petroleum prices in Pakistan for May 2023
Following the last update on May 1, the daily petroleum prices in Pakistan for May 2023 have remained unchanged, offering stability to consumers. The current prices will be effective until May 15, 2023.
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Mobile phone banking faces major setbacks as Pakistan suspends internet services
Pakistan’s decision to shut down internet services in the country has had severe repercussions for the mobile phone banking sector, leading to substantial financial losses.
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Supreme Court declares arrest of Imran Khan Illegal
In a groundbreaking decision, the Supreme Court of Pakistan has declared the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan as illegal.
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Internet blockage halts app-based car and ride-sharing services in Pakistan
In a bid to prevent potential protests following the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, the Pakistani government has implemented an internet blockage across the country. As a result, app-based car and ride-sharing services, including popular platforms such as Careem, Uber, in-Drive, and Bykea, are unable to provide services, a captain of app-based car services said on Thursday morning.
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PM Shehbaz Sharif defends Imran Khan’s arrest: warns miscreants
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif addressed the nation on Wednesday, reiterating that the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) had legally arrested Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan on corruption and corrupt practice charges related to the Al Qadir Trust case involving a whopping amount of Rs60 billion (£190 million).
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British Council cancels Cambridge exams on May 11, 2023
Amidst a climate of political unrest and instability in Pakistan, the British Council has made the decision to cancel all Cambridge exams scheduled for May 11, 2023 in the country.
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