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Second Shipment of Russian Crude Oil Arrives in Pakistan

June 27, 2023April 22, 2025Faisal Shahnawaz

Karachi, June 27, 2023 – A second shipment of discounted Russian crude oil, weighing 55,000 tonnes, reached the Karachi port on Tuesday.

Pakistan to Achieve Fully Interest-Free Financial System in Five Years: Dar

June 27, 2023June 27, 2023Mrs. Anjum Shahnawaz

Islamabad: Finance Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar announced on Monday his strong determination to transform Pakistan into a fully interest-free financial system within the next five years.

Pakistan Shines with Gold, Silver in Special Olympics Badminton

June 25, 2023June 25, 2023Patrick Sunny

Faiza Nasir and Naheen Khan, representing Pakistan, have emerged victorious in the Women’s Doubles Badminton Unified event at the 16th Special Olympics held in Berlin, Germany.

Tragic End to Missing Submersible’s Voyage to Titanic as All Five Aboard Perish

June 23, 2023June 23, 2023Faisal Shahnawaz

In a devastating turn of events, a Coast Guard official confirmed on Thursday that the five individuals aboard a missing submersible Titanic had met their untimely demise in a “catastrophic” incident.

Pakistan Excels with Gold, Silver Medals in Special Olympics

June 22, 2023June 22, 2023Patrick Sunny

Pakistan cyclists and athletes displayed exceptional talent at the 16th Special Olympics World Games in Berlin, Germany, securing gold and silver medals. The remarkable achievement was made possible by the outstanding performances of Usman Qamar, a Pakistani cyclist, and two talented athletes.

PM Sharif Reaffirms Commitment to IMF Program for Pakistan’s Economic Stability

June 22, 2023June 22, 2023Mrs. Anjum Shahnawaz

Karachi, June 22, 2023: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed the Pakistani government’s full commitment to the ongoing Extended Fund Facility (EFF) program of the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

UNFPA Pakistan Launches State of World Population Report

June 22, 2023June 22, 2023Faisal Shahnawaz

Karachi, 22 June 2023 – The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Pakistan launched the 2023 State of World Population (SWOP) report, titled ‘8 Billion Lives, Infinite Possibilities: The Case for Rights and Choices,’ in Karachi.

Call to International Financial Institutions: Cease Fossil Fuel Funding in Pakistan

June 22, 2023June 22, 2023Faisal Shahnawaz

Karachi, June 22, 2023 – At the launch of the “Energy Finance Outlook – A Case of Pakistan” study, speakers from diverse backgrounds have called upon international financial institutions to halt fossil fuel funding in Pakistan and redirect their investments towards renewable energy projects.

Federal Tax Ombudsman Directs FBR to Conduct Audit of Banks for Withholding Tax Compliance

June 22, 2023July 2, 2024Mrs. Anjum Shahnawaz

Islamabad, June 22, 2023: The Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) has directed the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to regularly conduct audit of banks to check compliance with the withholding tax provisions.

Pakistan loses ACC Women’s Emerging Teams Asia Cup Semifinal

June 21, 2023June 21, 2023Patrick Sunny

Pakistan’s hopes of reaching the ACC Women’s Emerging Teams Asia Cup final were dashed as Bangladesh emerged victorious by six runs in a rain-affected match at the Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground in Hong Kong. The semifinal clash was reduced to a nine-over per side encounter due to a wet outfield.

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