Sunday, July 20th, 2025
Iran could hold nuclear talks with European powers next week: report
Tehran, Jul 20: Iran, Britain, France and Germany could hold talks next week on Tehran’s nuclear programme, Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency reported on Sunday, following warnings by the three European countries that failure to resume negotiations would lead to international sanctions being reimposed on Iran. “The principle of talks has been agreed upon, but consultations are continuing on the time and place of the talks. The country in which the talks could be held next week has not been finalised,” Tasnim reported, quoting a source informed on the matter.Read More
Bangladesh win toss, elect to field first against Pakistan in T20I series opener
DHAKA, JUL 20: Bangladesh opted to bowl first after winning the toss against Pakistan in the first clash of the three-match T20I series at Mirpur Stadium, Dhaka, on Sunday. Pakistan XI: Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Mohammad Haris (wk), Hasan Nawaz, Salman Agha (capt), Mohammad Nawaz, Khushdil Shah, Faheem Ashraf, Abbas Afridi, Salman Mirza, Abrar Ahmed Bangladesh XI: Parvez Hossain Emon, Tanzid Hasan, Litton Das (capt & wk), Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Jaker Ali, Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Tanzim Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman Head to HeadPakistan and Bangladesh have metRead More
RCCI opposes 16% sales tax on rent, minimum wage enforcement in Punjab
RAWALPINDI, JUL 20 /DNA/ – The Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) has expressed strong reservations over recent policy measures announced by the Punjab government, including the imposition of a 16% sales tax on commercial property rent and the introduction of arrest powers for non-compliance with the newly mandated minimum wage. RCCI President Usman Shaukat, in an official statement, criticized the Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA) for imposing a 16% General Sales Tax (GST) on the rent of commercial properties. “This new tax regime will significantly raise the cost ofRead More
ICCI President stresses need for alternate energy to tackle climate challenges
ISLAMABAD, JUL 20: /DNA/ – President of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce & Industry (ICCI), Nasir Mansoor Qureshi, while addressing the PAEA National Conference on Alternate Energy & Climate Resilience, underlined the critical importance of shifting towards alternate energy solutions to meet Pakistan’s energy needs and strengthen climate resilience. He emphasized that the adoption of green and renewable energy sources is essential not only for reducing reliance on fossil fuels but also for ensuring long-term economic and environmental sustainability. He noted that alternate energy offers an efficient and viable pathwayRead More
Monal Group Chairman hosts lunch in honour of PM’s Advisor on Tourism Sardar Yasir
DNA Murree, July 20: In a warm and celebratory gathering that blended gourmet cuisine with the breathtaking beauty of Murree, Chairman of the Monal Group, Luqman Ali Afzal, hosted a special lunch in honour of Sardar Yasir Ilyas Khan, the newly appointed Adviser to the Prime Minister on Tourism. The event, held at the newly inaugurated Monal Restaurant in Murree, was attended by a galaxy of distinguished guests, comprising leading business personalities, social figures and officials from the tourism and hospitality sectors. Sardar Yasir Ilyas Khan, a renowned name inRead More
PAJCCI expresses concern over sluggish processing in visa issuance to Afghan businessmen
From Our Correspondent PESHAWAR, July 20: Pak-Afghan Joint Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PAJCCI) has expressed its deep concern over sluggish processing in issuance of visa by Pakistan to Afghan businessmen. In a press statement issued here on Sunday, Director PAJCCI Afghan Chapter, Ahmad Shah who is also an Afghan businessman said that he had applied for Pakistan visa in February 16, 2025, but still the application is under process. “Although I have arranged all the necessary required documents and updated them on websites of concerned departments, but there isRead More