By Farzana ChaudhryLAHORE:The Pakistan Industrial and Traders Associations Front (PIAF) has voiced serious concern over a sharp decline in business confidence, warning that rising energy costs, inflation, and geopolitical tensions are pushing the private sector toward a period of deepening uncertainty and slowing economic activity.In a statement, PIAF Chairman and President of the Lahore Chamber…
By Dr Ansab AliLAHORE:The Pakistan Carpet Manufacturers and Exporters Association has urged the federal government to introduce special incentives and protection measures for investors seeking to repatriate their capital from Gulf countries amid prevailing regional uncertainty.The association also submitted an eight-point set of proposals for the Federal Budget 2026–27, aimed at strengthening exports and stabilizing…
By Muhammad ShahzadLAHORE:The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI)’s Businessmen Panel (BMP) has called for an urgent shift toward a more industry-friendly and growth-oriented monetary policy, warning that rising interest rates, geopolitical tensions, and inflationary pressures are placing Pakistan’s fragile industrial sector under severe strain.The appeal comes ahead of the State Bank…
London: Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe made sporting history on Sunday by becoming the first man ever to run an official marathon in under two hours, winning the 2026 TCS London Marathon in a stunning world record time of 1:59:30.The 29-year-old Kenyan obliterated the previous men’s world record by 65 seconds, crossing the finish line on The…
Damascus, Syria (AP): A court in Damascus on Sunday opened Syria’s first public trial of officials linked to the ousted regime of former President Bashar al-Assad, marking a significant step in the country’s post-conflict transitional justice process.b3c5e6Former Syrian army brigadier general Atef Najib, a cousin of Bashar al-Assad and former head of the Political Security…
Islamabad: Pakistan is among the world’s 10 largest food crises, with approximately 11 million people experiencing acute food insecurity in 2025, according to the 2026 Global Report on Food Crises (GRFC), a multi-agency report backed by the United Nations and other humanitarian partners.504c07Of those affected, 9.3 million people are classified in “Crisis” (IPC Phase 3)…
Islamabad —Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian held a nearly 50-minute telephonic conversation on Friday, discussing the current regional situation, ongoing efforts for peace and stability, and bilateral relations between the two countries.According to a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office, PM Shehbaz commended the participation of an Iranian delegation — led…
Islamabad — In a significant policy decision, Pakistan has agreed to facilitate Iran by allowing transit trade through Pakistani territory to third countries, marking a major step toward enhancing regional trade connectivity.The Ministry of Commerce has officially issued the “Goods Transit Through Pakistan Order 2026” notification in this regard. According to the notification, the federal…
Islamabad — Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday visited Speaker House to offer his condolences to National Assembly Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan and Minister of State Malik Rasheed Ahmad Khan on the sad demise of their loved ones.The Prime Minister expressed heartfelt grief and sorrow over the passing of Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad…
Bogotá — Special ReportA deadly terrorist explosion rocked Colombia on Sunday, killing at least 14 people including children, in what authorities are calling one of the most horrific attacks in recent months. Several others sustained critical injuries and are currently receiving treatment at local hospitals.The powerful blast caused widespread destruction in the targeted area, leaving…
