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CCP clears IIL’s acquisition of Novartis Pakistan
By Aftab Ahmed | November 8, 2025
The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has approved the acquisition of Novartis Pharma (Pakistan) Limited by International Investment II Limited (IIL), clearing the transaction after a Phase-I competition review under Section 11 of the Competition Act, 2010. The approval was announced on Saturday, November 8, following a detailed merger-control assessment. IIL, incorporated in Hong Kong,…
Silver Prices slip as gold eases in Pakistan
By Aftab Ahmed | November 8, 2025
Silver prices in Pakistan on Saturday dropped as global bullion markets softened and the rupee showed mild resilience. According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association, the interbank rate of 24-karat silver fell to Rs 5,094 per tola, which was down Rs 18. Read More: Gold holds steady at Rs423,062 per tola The…
Gold rates in Pakistan fall by Rs 600 per tola
By Aftab Ahmed | November 8, 2025
The All Pakistan Sarafa‑Gems and Jewellers Association reported that prices of gold rate in Pakistan dropped y Rs 600 per tola. The price of 24-karat gold per tola dropped to Rs 422,462, falling by Rs 600. The rate for 10 grams of 24-karat gold fell to Rs 362,193 which was down Rs 514. Read More:…
KSE-100 Rebounds 0.31% as Remittances Boost Sentiment
By Aftab Ahmed | November 7, 2025
After few consecutive negative trading sessions some recovery was observed on Friday at the exchange as KSE 100 Index largely traded in positive zone during the trading session to close at 159,920 level (up by 0.31%). This positivity can be attributed to remittance number for the month of Oct-2025 coming in at US$3.42bn (up by…
SSGC Bill Check App —Download & Pay Bill
By Aftab Ahmed | November 7, 2025
Tired of waiting for your printed gas bill? The Sui Southern Gas Company Limited (SSGC) has made it easier than ever to view, download, and pay your gas bill online through its official mobile app. It is available to all customers across Sindh and Balochistan. This detailed guide explains how the SSGC Bill Check App…
Silver Prices steady at Rs5,112 per tola
By Aftab Ahmed | November 7, 2025
Silver prices in Pakistan have remained unchanged on Friday and were trading at Rs5,112 per tola, according to data from the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association. The price of 10 grams of 24-karat silver stood at Rs4,382. The rate of silver in international market stood at $48.50 per ounce. Gold also held steady…
Gold holds steady at Rs423,062 per tola
By Aftab Ahmed | November 7, 2025
Pakistan’s gold prices have remained unchanged on Friday as the the yellow metal was trading at Rs423,062 per tola, according to data released by the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association. Read More: Gold Prices Increased By Rs 3700 Per Tola The price of 10 grams of 24-karat gold stood at Rs362,707 and 10…
Rupee edges against dollar in early trade
By Aftab Ahmed | November 7, 2025
The Pakistani rupee has mode another gain on Friday against the US dollar and appreciated 0.01% in the inter-bank market. It closed at 280.82 registering a gain of Rs0.03. The Pakistani rupee appreciated 0.1% against the US dollar during early hours of trading on Friday. At 10am, it stood at Rs280.55 in the inter-bank market,…
How To Apply for HEC PHD scholarship 2025
By Aftab Ahmed | November 6, 2025
The Higher Education Commission of Pakistan (HEC) has announced the launch of the Access to Scientific Instrumentation Program (ASIP) for 2025-26. It has asked the PHD scholars enrolled at public sector Pakistani universities to apply. Under the scheme, applicants may receive up to Rs 200,000 per year for sample analysis using advanced scientific instruments which…
Nepra To Approve Incremental Package for Industrial, Agriculture Consumers
By Aftab Ahmed | November 6, 2025
The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) is set to approve an incremental consumption package for industrial and agricultural electricity consumers. The power regulator will hold a public hearing on November 11, 2025, to deliberate on a federal government motion seeking approval for an incremental consumption package for industrial and agricultural electricity consumers. The move…