State Bank of Pakistan building in Karachi. – Application/File KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Thursday announced that banks will remain closed on November 9 on the occasion of Iqbal Day, the birth anniversary of poet of the East Muhammad Iqbal. November 9 is celebrated as “Iqbal Day” across Pakistan on the occasion … Read more
Islamabad: The World Bank’s $213 million Integrated Flood Resilience and Adaptation Project (IFRAP) is gearing up for restructuring to promote rapid disbursement of funds for resilient housing reconstruction and restoration efforts in Pakistan. Official documents state that the IFRAP, signed on July 3, 2023, aims to revive and improve the livelihoods of communities affected by … Read more
The White House said President Biden is “deeply concerned” about a possible leak of US intelligence about Israel’s plans for an attack on Iran. Meanwhile, Israel is increasing pressure on Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon, targeting the group’s financial network. Débora Patta reports.