A three-member delegation of the World Bank, headed by its Regional Director for Infrastructure in South Asia, Pankaj Gupta, visited the under-construction 1530 MW Tarbela 5th Extension Hydropower Project. Chairman…
Fertilizer sales in Pakistan have seen a significant decline. Here are the key highlights : Urea Sales - Year-over-year decline: Urea sales dropped by 54% in March 2025, reaching 308,000…
Federal Minister for Water Resources Mian Muhammad Mueen Wattoo visited WAPDA House yesterday. During his interaction with the senior officers and employees, the Minister said that the Federal Government accords…
Business leader and former President of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), Dr. Shahid Rasheed Butt, on Thursday, said the powerful sugar mafia should be controlled as it…
Fauji Fertilizer Company (FFC) held its 47th Annual General Meeting on March 25th, 2025, at FFC Corporate Head Office, Sona Tower, Rawalpindi. The quorum was 56%, and representation was either…
HBL Zarai Services Limited (HZSL) and Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited (ZTBL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance financial inclusion and modern agricultural services for farmers across Pakistan.…
The Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) proposal to lower taxes on beverages and tobacco is a reckless gamble with public health. As part of ongoing negotiations, the FBR has presented…
Syngenta is a globally leading' plant science’ company committed to promoting sustainable agriculture through innovation, research, and technology. It also has a long-term vision for environmental sustainability. Hence, Syngenta Pakistan…
The "Value of Water" conference took place on March 17-18, 2025, during ISH 2025, the leading international trade fair for HVAC, sanitation, washrooms, and water solutions, featuring over 2,000 exhibitors from…
Karandaaz Pakistan, an impact investment platform dedicated to driving sustainable economic growth and strengthening financial and social protection systems, has launched the Digital Financing for Agriculture Challenge (DFAC) - Round…
A high-level consultation meeting was jointly organized by the Center for Peace and Development Initiatives (CPDI) and Pakistan Youth Change Advocates (PYCA) with representatives from the Islamabad, Punjab, Sindh, Khyber…
Fauji Fertilizer Company (FFC) has partnered with four leading banks to provide clean financing of up to Rs. 500,000 for farmers registered with its Sona Centers, ensuring greater financial inclusion…
Fertilizer sector earnings surged 44% YoY to PKR 119.9bn in CY24 compared to PKR 83.3bn in SPLY. Revenue depicted growth of 21% YoY to PKR 984.0bn, driven by a 39% rise in UREA…
A growing debate in Pakistan questions whether raising tobacco taxes is the right approach to reducing smoking rates. While higher taxes are intended to deter consumption, Fawad Khan, spokesperson for…
Dr. Shahid Rasheed Butt, a business leader and former President of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), stated on Monday that the ongoing profiteering by the powerful sugar…
NFDC reported February 2025 Urea offtakes at c.347,000 MT, down 36% YoY and 22% MoM. This takes the cumulative Urea offtake for the ongoing Rabi season (Oct’24 – Feb’25) to…
The Chairman of National Business Group Pakistan, the President of the Pakistan Businessmen and Intellectuals Forum, the President of All Karachi Industrial Alliance, the Chairman of the FPCCI Advisory Board,…
Matco Foods and Bank Alfalah signed a multimillion-dollar agreement to enhance corn starch production in Pakistan. This three-year financing partnership aims to boost production capabilities at Matco’s facility in the…
The Employers Federation of Pakistan (EFP), with the support of the International Labour Organization (ILO) under the “RISE for Impact: FPRW in the Cotton Supply Chain Project,” organized training sessions…
Significant developments have taken place in Pakistan—Bangladesh trade relations. A bulk carrier from the Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC), named Sibi, reached Chittagong Port on Wednesday, carrying 26,250 metric tons…
Engro Holdings (ENGROH) held a Corporate Briefing today, and the key Takeaways reported below: Regarding the expiry of the Vopak terminal business in mid-2025, management stated that it has actively…
Fatima Fertilizer, in collaboration with the Agriculture Department Punjab, organized the Sarsabz Kissan Convention at Sahiwal to support farmers in enhancing maize and cotton productivity. The event was graced by…
Syngenta Pakistan has partnered with Standard Chartered Pakistan to implement a digital supplier financing mandate, reinforcing its commitment to strengthening the agricultural supply chain. This collaboration underscores Syngenta Pakistan’s dedication…
Fatima Fertilizer has been honored with two prestigious accolades at the 14th Annual Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Awards 2025, recognizing its unwavering commitment to sustainability and corporate social responsibility. The…
A delegation comprising Executive Directors of the World Bank visited the iconic Tarbela Dam today; therein, they had a detailed round of the Dam, Tarbela 4th Extension, and the under-construction…