Karachi

Top 10 Least Expensive Cities of the World 2019: 2 Pakistani Cities Made the...

According to the newest cost-living survey of 2019, Hong Kong is the most expensive city for expats to live in around the world, whereas...
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“Investors, Be Warned Against Prize Bond ‘Agent Mafia’” – State Bank of Pakistan

Citizens have been warned by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) against agent mafia, who have been reported for charging money for cashing out...
hec to stop funding new universities

There Will Be No Funding for New Universities – HEC

A drastic slash was observed in the funds allocated to HEC by the federal government this year. From Rs. 45 billion last year the...
gas prices increase

Gas Tariffs Increased by 190%, Social Media Aflame with Outrage

The federal government, with the Economic Coordination Committee, decided yesterday to increase gas tariffs by up to 190% to fulfill the remaining conditions of...
pak vs nz

Pakistan vs New Zealand: Wasim Akram Hopes Pakistan can repeat 1992 performance

Pakistan has found hope to reach the semi-finals after a tremendous victory against South Africa in their previous match, and we are all ready...
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Amnesty Scheme 2019: A Guide to Help You Check Your Assets Data Online

The tax Amnesty Scheme introduced by the PTI government lately has been the talk of the town for the past few weeks now. The scheme...
usd rises again

The Dollar Rises to 162.47 Against the Pakistani Rupee

UPDATE: US dollar has now reached Rs. 162.47 in the interbank market; it rose by Rs5.2 as trading continued for the day.   The US dollar has...
foreign recruitment firms

Pakistan Blacklists 12 Foreign Recruitment Firms

The Bureau of Emigration and Overseas Employment (BEOE) has blacklisted 12 foreign recruiting firms from recruiting Pakistanis. The reason is due to non-compliance of employment...
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The Emir of Qatar Visits Pakistan and Announces $3 Billion Investment Package

Dr. Firdous Ashiq Awan, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Information and Broadcasting, announced to the media in a meeting on Monday that...
pakistan army

World’s 15 Most Powerful Militaries: Pakistan Army Makes the Nation Proud Once Again

Global Firepower has released a list of its annual rankings for the World’s 15 Most Powerful Militaries in 2019. Pakistan Army has moved up by...
petrol prices

Petrol Prices to Increase in July by up to PKR 5!

The Federal Government of Pakistan is reportedly ready to increase the prices of petrol by up to Rs.5 per liter in July. As per received...
Nestle

Food Safety – A Global Imperative

Ever wondered how food safety mistakes can cost you your health? Understanding the importance of food safety involves getting the basics right. This starts...
PTCL Internet

PTCL Partially Restores Internet Connection in Pakistan

Yesterday, the world witnessed a global internet meltdown as top websites including Google, Reddit, Amazon, and others were not working. Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL)...
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Second Marriage In Pakistan Not Allowed Without Arbitration Council’s Permit

It has been made mandatory to first apply for permission for second marriage to the Arbitrary Council, decided Justice Athar Minallah from Islamabad High...
Chinese Firms Banned

5 More Chinese Tech Firms Blacklisted by US Government

The US and China are once again in a tough rift. The relationship between the two countries has grown to become even bitter as...
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Eighteen Signs a Multi-Million Dollar Deal with Turkey-Based DMZ Holdings

Eighteen, a project by Elite Estates Private Limited, signed a deal with DMZ Holdings, a UAE and Turkey-based financial investment conglomerate to purchase and...
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Electronic Applications for Permanent Residency in Saudi Arabia Now Open for Expats

Over the weekend, the Premium Residency Center of Saudi Arabia received the approval of the Council of Ministers to process applications for permanent residency...
airport tax

Passengers Will be Required to Pay Airport Tax in PKR instead of USD –...

As of June 19th, the PKR further weakened against the greenback at Rs156.8/157.3. Owing to this constant downsliding of the rupee since the past year...
Karachi Monsoon Rain

Karachi Monsoon Showers Spell to Start from 1st July

Karachiites will finally be relieved to know that monsoon shower spells are to start from 1st July. The Pakistan Meteorological Department has shared that there...
Pakistani Rupee

Forex Firms to Inject $1bn in Inter-Bank to Support the Pakistani Rupee

To sustain foreign exchange reserves and stabilize the declining value of the rupee, foreign exchange companies on Tuesday announced they could provide $1 billion...