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Day: January 2, 2025

SIFC Drives Electric Vehicle Industry Growth with $250 Million Investment

ISLAMABAD: The Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) is spearheading efforts to bolster the electric vehicle (EV) industry in Pakistan by forging partnerships with international companies. The initiative aims to set up EV manufacturing units and develop essential charging infrastructure, as part of a broader strategy to transform the country’s transportation

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PM Commends Navy for Major Drug Bust in Arabian Sea

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has praised the Pakistan Navy for its successful anti-narcotics operation in the North Arabian Sea, highlighting the strategic importance of maritime security in combating drug trafficking. According to Radio Pakistan, Prime Minister Sharif expressed his appreciation for the crew of PNS Moawin, who intercepted and

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Govt Prioritizes Export-Oriented Industries, Says Commerce Minister

ISLAMABAD: The government is committed to promoting export-oriented industries and projects, Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan said during a meeting with a delegation from the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industries. The initiative, aimed at bolstering the country’s economic growth, underscores the administration’s focus on expanding its footprint in

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REMIT Committee Reviews Sectoral Progress with Emphasis on Climate Change

ISLAMABAD: The third meeting of the Revenue Mobilization, Investment and Trade Program (REMIT) Steering Committee convened in Islamabad under the leadership of Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb. The gathering focused on evaluating the advancements made by stakeholders in various sectors, aiming to bolster macroeconomic stability and establish an environment conducive to

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Mercy Petitions of 19 Convicts in May 9 Cases Approved

ISLAMABAD: The mercy petitions of nineteen convicts involved in the May 9 cases have been approved on humanitarian grounds, in accordance with legal protocols, as announced by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). According to Radio Pakistan, the ISPR released a statement today confirming that these individuals will be released after

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FO Raises Concerns Over Indian Extraterritorial Killings in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: The Foreign Office has expressed grave concerns over what it describes as India’s activities involving extraterritorial and extrajudicial killings within Pakistan’s borders. The issue, according to officials, extends beyond Pakistan, raising alarms on a global scale. According to Radio Pakistan, Foreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch highlighted these concerns

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