KARACHI: Pakistan’s newly-approved Brownfield Refining Policy will lower the output of furnace oil, a high-sulfur fuel, of all refiners by 78% to 3,400 tonnes per day from the current level of 15,500 tonnes per day, The News reported on Friday The policy envisages a massive reduction in the FO production capacity of all refineries after upgraded local refineries produce more petrol and …
JARANWALA: Following the recent rampage in Jaranwala, the city’s police have registered a case against 34 and nominated 600 unknown under 18 sections of the Pakistan Penal Code (PPC) and Section 7 of the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA), The News reported Friday. The publication further claimed that 29 nominated suspects have been arrested in connection with the Wednesday rampage. A crowd on …
Islamabad, August 18 (INP): China and Pakistan signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish China-South Asia Technology Transfer Center-Sub Center in Pakistan. Pakistani Ambassador to China Moin ul Haque said that the Sub Center would help strengthen bilateral technology transfer, enhance cooperation among enterprises, research institutes, and universities, as well as support cooperation in the pursuit of science, technology, …
ISLAMABAD, August 17 (INP): Developing expert-led long-term strategic energy plan and monitoring mechanism is crucial to ensure just energy access and eradicate energy poverty, said Former Ambassador of Pakistan to China Naghmana Hashmi. She was speaking at policy dialogue on “Transforming the Power Sector: Exploring the Prospects of China-Pakistan Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETPs)”, organized by Sustainable Development Policy …
Islamabad, August 17 (INP): The participation of over 200 Chinese businessmen in Pakistan’s first International Food and Agriculture Exhibition Karachi shows China’s great interest in Pakistan’s agro products and their exports to China. The largest participation from China was confirmed by the Ambassador of Pakistan to China Moin ul Haque in a recent tweet. The ambassador termed it as …
Islamabad, Aug. 17 (INP): In a development for Pakistan’s transportation sector, a joint venture between Chinese and Pakistani companies is set to commence production of electric two-wheelers and three-wheelers, commonly known as rickshaws in the country. The collaboration is expected to bring about positive changes in the local market, reducing carbon emissions and promoting eco-friendly transportation options, China Economic Net …
BEIJING, Aug. 17 (INP): Pakistan Food and Culture Week was celebrated in Tianjin, China Economic Net (CEN) reported on Thursday. It was a captivating journey into the heart of Pakistan’s culinary heritage and cultural tapestry, offering attendees a unique opportunity to savor the delicious cuisine and experience the warmth of Pakistani people’s hospitality. Addressing an opening ceremony, Aslam Chaudhary, Economic …
JARANWALLA, Pakistan: A tense situation is prevailing in the city area here that has been cordoned off by the police owing to an angry mob vandalizing the churches over blasphemy. “The negotiations are underway and people have been asked to stay calm,” said a police official. There are three churches, two comparatively very small and located in narrow lanes …
KARACHI:The Pakistani currency depreciated against the US dollar by Rs2.99 during interbank trade on Wednesday, carrying forward its downward trajectory from the previous day. By noon today, the exchange rate stood at around Rs294.50 per USD, according to data collected by the Exchange Companies Association of Pakistan (ECAP). Meanwhile, in the open market, the greenback was being traded at the …
KARACHI, Aug. 16 (INP): An eye-catching array of red, white and yellow dragon fruit products artfully arranged on tables created a visually stunning display at Pakistan’s first international food and agriculture exhibition titled FoodAg 2023 at Expo Centre Karachi. Fresh dragon fruits, carefully selected for their size and quality, invite visitors to experience their exotic allure. Setting up an …
