The government has established a high-level committee to review fiscal measures related to the ratio of advances to deposits in the banking sector and explore alternative plans to impose a tax on banks’ profits earned from investing in government securities. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif formed the committee, headed by Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, tasked … Read more
(L-R) Muslim League President Nawaz Sharif, JUI-F President Maulana Fazlur Rehman and President Asif Ali Zardari meet at the former Jati Umra residence on October 16, 2024. – Correspondent Heavyweight politicians gather at Nawaz’s residence. The parties hope to approve the amendments Fazal says he will meet PTI leadership in Islamabad. LAHORE: Political heavyweights — … Read more
Petroleum Minister Musaddiq Malik receives a Saudi delegation upon its arrival in Islamabad on October 9, 2024. – Screengrab via Geo News A Saudi minister delivers a speech before the Business Forum during the visit Agreements and memorandums of understanding to be signed in various fields. Companies from various sectors are part of the delegation. … Read more