Category: News & Announcement

Acclaimed Pakistani singer Atif Aslam has finally set the record straight about speculation about him exiting the music industry. During an interview with Hamid Mir on Geo News’ Capital Talk, the 37-year-old addressed the rumours going rife about his exit from Pakistan’s music scene. “The topic of leaving the music industry is one that’s quite personal. But I want to keep myself attached to my religion while still being part of the world. I won’t say I will be giving up on music entirely, but I want to highlight important…

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The policy was proposed by the Ministry of Industries after consultation with various stakeholders from the Engineering Development Board, Ministry of Science and Technology, Ministry of Climate Change, Ministry of Science and Technology, and others. Minister for Industries and Production Hammad Azhar has said that this puts in place incentives reduced tariffs and taxes on machinery, parts, and sale of these vehicles. The policy for 4 wheelers is being deliberated and will be finalized shortly, he added. The following technical supplementary grants were approved by ECC: Rs. 3485 million for…

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Company sources say petro-giant debating special-purpose renewables unit with wider shift into electricity production and distribution and hydrogen

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MANILA, PHILIPPINES (10 June 2020) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $500 million loan to help the Government of Pakistan deliver social protection programs to the poor and vulnerable, expand health sector capabilities, and deliver a pro-poor fiscal stimulus to boost growth and create jobs as the country fights the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. “The COVID-19 pandemic hit Pakistan at a critical point in its ongoing economic recovery program,” said ADB President Masatsugu Asakawa. “We are fully committed to supporting Pakistan through this difficult period. This…

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LAHORE: Nestlé Pakistan recently published its ‘Nestlé in Society: Creating Shared Value (CSV) 2019 report highlighting its three main focus areas globally: for individuals and families, for communities, and for the planet. Talking about Nestle’s Creating Shared Value (CSV) philosophy, Waqar Ahmad, Head of Corporate Affairs, Nestlé Pakistan, said, “Our CSV initiatives are geared towards addressing the challenges faced by the country, in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Nestlé Pakistan is playing its role in community engagement and enhancement through various programs for its focus areas.”…

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