Sunday, January 27th, 2019
Mini-budget to support businesses, production and exports
ISLAMABAD, JAN 27 (DNA) – The Pakistan Economy Watch (PEW) on Sunday said recently amended finance bill will reduce the cost of doing business which will reduce the price of many items. The move will support businesses and help exporters regain ground in the international market as the government has reduced and abolished several taxes to lift economic activities, it said. The government will loose almost seven billion rupees in revenue but it will gain more in shape of foreign exchange, said Dr. Murtaza Mughal, President PEW. He said thatRead More
Twin bombings at church kill at least 21 in southern Philippines
MANILA, JAN 27 (DNA) – Twin bombings during a church service in the southern Philippines killed at least 21 people and wounded 71, security officials said, days after a referendum on autonomy for the mainly Muslim region returned an overwhelming “yes” vote. The first explosion went off inside the cathedral in Jolo, on the island province of Sulu, and was followed by a second blast in the car park outside, killing military and civilians, officials said. There was no immediate claim of responsibility. It followed Friday’s announcement that the region,Read More
Future of Indo-Pak ties to be different from past, hopes Indian high commissioner
ISLAMABAD, JAN 27 (DNA) – Ajay Bisaria the High Commissioner of India has said as the New Year has already begun, we should hope that our future will be different from our past and expected peaceful and friendly relations between the India and Pakistan. He expressed these views on the occasion of Indian Republic Day function. A large number of notables hailing from all walks of life attended the reception. Sate Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Ali Mohammad Khan was the chief guest while heads and representatives of almostRead More
PM arrives at NAMAL College Mianwali
MIANWALI, (DNA) – Prime Minister Imran Khan has arrived at NAMAL College Mianwali. Upon arrival he was received by Chief Minister Punjab Sardar Usman Buzdar and college management. He will be the chief guest at 6th Convocation ceremony of NAMAL College, Mianwali.
‘US realized Pakistan’s importance due to our effective foreign policy’: Alvi
ISLAMABAD, JAN 27 (DNA) – President Dr. Arif Alvi has said that the United States realized importance of Pakistan due to our effective foreign policy. In an interview, Alvi said the government was pursuing a pro-active foreign policy deeply embedded in the economic prosperity of the country. He credited Prime Minister Imran Khan and his team for pursuing a pro-active foreign policy aimed at securing Pakistan’s interests. He said the prime minister responded to the India leadership in a very matured manner, while enhancing the country’s prestige and also undertookRead More
PM Imran Khan to address 6th convocation of Namal College in Mianwali today
MIANWALI (DNA) – Prime Minister (PM) Imran Khan on Sunday is expected to visit his native town Mianwali where he will address the sixth convocation of the Namal College. Reportedly, Punjab Chief Minister Usman Buzdar and other ministers will accompany the PM while inaugurating Namal Arts and Business School. The PM will apprise teachers and students about the federal government’s policies, particularly concerning economic condition of Pakistan. He will hold meetings with key politicians of the city and senior leaders of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). Later, they will hear public complaintsRead More