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Govt-private sector collaboration key to industrial growth

Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan, emphasised on Monday that collaboration with the private sector is essential to addressing large-scale industrial production challenges. During a meeting with Engro Corporation Chairman Hussain Dawood, Khan highlighted the government's efforts to promote investment and create an enabling environment for in

Scams, overcharging hamper e-transactions

To promote digital prosperity and the economy, key pillars of the local digital landscape—such as e-commerce, quick commerce, e-delivery services, and fintech—are playing a vital role in making businesses and e-transactions convenient, user-friendly, and fast for both novice and expert users. However, these platforms require strict monitoring to eliminate phishing and other malpractices and addres

IPP deals to result in thin tariff cut

The government has estimated power tariff reduction of only Rs0.50 per unit following revision in agreements with seven independent power producers (IPPs). However, officials of the Power Division claimed that total savings would be Rs920 billion over the entire life of the private-sector IPPs. The savings comprise capacity payments to the IPPs, but the amount is very low when compared with the

Food security minister insists there’s no shortage of sugar in country: report

National Food Security and Research Minister Rana Tanveer Hussain said on Monday that there was no shortage of sugar in the country, state-owned Radio Pakistan reported . Speaking at a press conference, the minister rejected reports that the commodity was being sold at Rs180 per kilogramme. Contrary to the rates announced by the prime minister and several government attempts to maintain reta

MoU for agri financing

Zarai Taraqiati Bank Ltd (ZTBL) and HBL Zarai Services Ltd have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to promote financial inclusion and enhance agricultural services for farmers nationwide. This collaboration aims to facilitate the farming community in adopting innovative agricultural technologies and practices to improve farm productivity and livelihood of the rural populace. The pres