Govt to finalise flood loss estimate in 10 days

[ ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Tuesday chaired a meeting of the Prime Minister’s Committee to review the preliminary estimates of damages caused by the 2025 floods. The meeting was attended by Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, chairman of the National Disaster Management Authority … Read more

Pakistan, Iran ink trade deals

[ ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan-Iran Joint Economic Commission (JEC) meeting concluded in Tehran on Tuesday with the signing of key protocols, where both sides reaffirmed the resolve to achieve the $10 billion trade target. The 22nd session of the JEC marked a significant step forward in strengthening economic, commercial and cultural ties between Pakistan and Iran, … Read more

‘New auto law could criminalise business’

[ LAHORE: The passage of the Motor Vehicle Industry Development Act 2025 has alarmed Pakistan’s auto sector. Stakeholders fear the legislation will disrupt the industry’s fragile recovery and criminalise legitimate business practices. The Pakistan Automotive Manufacturers’ Association (PAMA), the Pakistan Association of Automotive Parts and Accessories Manufacturers (PAAPAM), and independent analysts argue the Act was … Read more

Fortinet presents Sovereign SASE on eve of Security Day

[ ISLAMABAD: Fortinet, the global cybersecurity leader driving the convergence of networking and security, presented its Sovereign SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) solution on its third Fortinet Security Day on September 16, 2025 in Pakistan. Through SASE solution, Fortinet demonstrates how organisations can address data residency, privacy and operational requirements without compromising security, user experience … Read more