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By Farzana ChaudhryLahore, PakistanLAHORE: Punjab’s innovative Sahulat On-the-Go Bazaar initiative has emerged as a major public attraction in Lahore, providing affordable essential commodities at government-notified rates while creating dignified and regulated livelihoods for street vendors.Launched under the directives of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, the project aims to control rising food prices, improve urban…

By Muhammad ShahzadLahore, PakistanLAHORE: At least 15 people were killed and 1,301 others injured in 1,129 road traffic crashes (RTCs) reported across Punjab over the past 24 hours, according to the Emergency Services Department (ESD).Rescue 1122 teams responded to emergencies in all 37 districts of the province. Of the injured, 582 people with serious injuries…

By Dr. Ansab AliLahore, PakistanLAHORE: The Businessmen Panel (BMP) of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has issued a stark warning over the sharp decline in Pakistan’s exports, blaming weak and inconsistent government policies for failing to support domestic industries and exporters.Former FPCCI President and Chairman of the Businessmen Panel, Mian…

By Farzana ChaudhryLahore, PakistanLAHORE: The Pakistan Carpet Manufacturers and Exporters Association (PCMEA) has expressed serious concern over the worsening crisis confronting the country’s handmade carpet industry and has urged Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to take immediate notice and intervene to protect the historic sector, a key contributor to Pakistan’s foreign exchange earnings.In a joint statement,…

By Muhammad ShahzadLahore, PakistanLAHORE: The Pakistan Industrial and Traders Association Front (PIAF) has urged the government to take immediate policy measures to ease rising costs for businesses and consumers, warning that short-term inflationary pressures continue to strain the economy.PIAF Chairman Faheemur Rehman Saigol, along with Senior Vice Chairman Nasrullah Mughal and Vice Chairman Tahir Manzoor…

By Dr. Ansab AliLahore, PakistanLAHORE: A remarkable display of interfaith harmony, peace, and brotherhood was witnessed at Nolakha Presbyterian Church, where a dignified ceremony was held to promote mutual respect and unity among followers of different religions.The event was organised to celebrate Christmas as well as the birthday of Reverend Dr. Majid Abel, conveying a…

Karachi/Islamabad: Former Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan and internationally renowned economist Dr. Shamshad Akhtar passed away after suffering cardiac arrest, according to official sources. Her funeral prayers will be offered on Saturday in Karachi.Dr. Akhtar was widely regarded as one of Pakistan’s most respected economic policymakers and a prominent figure in global financial…

Islamabad: According to security sources (SCO), the Government of Pakistan has imposed a ban on Adil Raja under the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA) after the federal cabinet approved a summary circulated by the Interior Division.SCO sources said the decision was taken through circulation and formally endorsed by the cabinet. The cabinet has directed relevant authorities to…