DC reviews departments’ performance

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Mon, 22 Dec 2025, 11:01 AM

MULTAN, Dec 22 (APP):The district administration has assigned tasks to various departments to ensure good governance.

Deputy Commissioner Muhammad Nauman Siddiq chaired a meeting of district departments to review overall performance, here on Monday. The session discussed public welfare initiatives and ongoing development schemes in detail.

Additional Deputy Commissioner Revenue Muhammad Abubakar, Additional Deputy Commissioner General Muhammad Saif, and Assistant Commissioners attended the meeting.

The Deputy Commissioner directed that no compromise would be made on public welfare projects and development schemes. He ordered immediate repair of open manholes and damaged roads.

He also instructed authorities to launch a strict crackdown against illegal LPG refilling and petrol units.

The Deputy Commissioner emphasized that all departments must perform their duties with mutual coordination and responsibility. He further announced that additional funding would be provided for beautification and infrastructure projects.

Saudi Arabia confers Kingdom’s highest national honour on COAS Field Marshal Asim Munir

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Mon, 22 Dec 2025, 10:59 AM

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RAWALPINDI, Dec 22 (APP):Saudi Arabia has conferred the Kingdom’s highest national honour, the King Abdulaziz Medal Excellent Class, upon Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir in recognition of his central role in advancing defence cooperation, strategic coordination, and institutional linkages between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.

Saudi Arabia confers Kingdom’s highest national honour on COAS Field Marshal Asim Munir

The medal was conferred on Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir by Saudi Arabia’s Defence Minister, Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, during his official visit to the Kingdom, according to a news release issued by Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR).

The conferment of the King Abdulaziz Medal of Excellent Class underscores the depth of Pakistan–Saudi Arabia relations and the shared determination of both nations to further strengthen strategic cooperation in pursuit of regional and global peace.

It also reflects his contributions toward regional peace and stability, including sustained collaboration in counter-terrorism and security.

Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, COAS & CDF called on Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Minister of Defence of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, during his official visit to the Kingdom.

During the meeting, both sides held discussions on matters of mutual interest, including regional security dynamics, defence and military cooperation, strategic collaboration, and evolving geopolitical challenges, it further said.

The interaction reaffirmed the deep-rooted, historic, and brotherly relations between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.

The Saudi leadership conveyed its appreciation for Field Marshal Asim Munir’s professionalism and strategic outlook, noting his commitment to strengthening the longstanding, brotherly ties between the two countries

Field Marshal Asim Munir expressed gratitude to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and the Saudi leadership for the honour, describing it as a reflection of the enduring bonds between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.

He reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to the security, stability, and prosperity of the Kingdom.

Currency rates of NBP

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Samina Ch

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Mon, 22 Dec 2025, 10:25 AM

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KARACHI, Dec 22 (APP):Following are the selling/buying rates of major currencies issued by the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP), here on Monday.

CURRENCY SELLING BUYING

USD 282.05 279.03

GBP 377.94 373.48

EUR 330.52 326.62

JPY 1.7932 1.7721

AED 75.20 74.31

SAR 76.81 76.41

Five injured in a road accident

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Samina Ch

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Mon, 22 Dec 2025, 10:23 AM

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KHANEWAL, Dec 22 (APP):Five persons injured in a road accident near Fajar Restaurant on the Mian Channu Bypass,here on Monday.

According to Rescue 1122 spokesperson,a bus collided with a tractor-trolley,leaving five persons injured.

Rescue teams reached the spot promptly after receiving a call at the Command and Control Room.

Two injured were provided first aid at the scene,while three were shifted to Civil Hospital, Mian Channu.

The injured were identified as Nazir Ahmed (48),Muhammad Shafqat(48),Muhammad Owais (42),Ismail (38) and Muhammad Arif (45).

Further investigation was underway.

Man shot dead

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Mon, 22 Dec 2025, 10:22 AM

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LAYYAH, Dec 22 (APP):An unidentified motorcycle-borne assailants opened fire outside Fatehpur police station in Layyah,killing a trader and injuring a passerby.

Police said the victim identified as Anwar Khan,was traveling in a car when attackers fired at him, causing fatal injuries.A passerby, Khalil Ahmed, was also hit by bullets and sustained serious injuries.The attackers managed to flee the scene after the firing.

Rescue 1122 shifted the body and the injured man to Tehsil Headquarters Hospital, Fatehpur.

Police said the incident may be linked to an old enmity.A case has been registered and further investigation was underway.

Turkish basketball legend Hidayet Turkoglu inducted into FIBA Hall of Fame

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Mon, 22 Dec 2025, 10:22 AM

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LONDON, Dec 22 (AA/APP): Former NBA player and Turkish Basketball Federation President Hidayet Turkoglu has been inducted into the FIBA Hall of Fame, making him the first Turkish athlete to receive the honor.

Turkoglu, 46, enjoyed a 20-year professional career with the Turkish national team, Anadolu Efes, and several NBA teams. He has been president of the Turkish Basketball Federation since 2016, following his retirement from playing.

With the Turkish national team, Turkoglu won silver medals at the 2001 European Championship and the 2010 World Championship, both of which were held in Istanbul. He was named to the All-Tournament Team at the 2010 World Championship, averaging 12.3 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 3.4 assists.

During his tenure as federation president, Türkiye ended a 15-year medal drought by winning silver at the European Championship in Riga last year, marking the national team’s first podium finish outside of Türkiye.

He played a key role in Anadolu Efes becoming the first Turkish club to reach the EuroLeague final four in the 1999–2000 season, winning five domestic trophies in four years before moving to the NBA.

Selected 16th overall by the Sacramento Kings in the 2000 NBA Draft, Turkoglu became the second Turkish player to compete in the league after Mirsad Turkcan.

Turkoglu played 15 seasons in the NBA, representing six teams. He was named the league’s Most Improved Player in 2008 while playing for the Orlando Magic, and he helped the team reach the NBA finals in 2009, where they lost to the Los Angeles Lakers.

He appeared in 997 regular-season games and 109 playoff games, the most by any Turkish player, and remains the only Turkish player to have scored more than 10,000 NBA points, finishing his career with 11,022.

Turkoglu has also overseen the opening of the Turkcell Basketball Development Centre, a multi-purpose complex that houses Türkiye’s first basketball high school.

The FIBA Hall of Fame recognizes players, coaches, and contributors who have made a significant contribution to the global development of basketball.

This year’s inductees also include Sue Bird of the US, Celine Dumerc of France, Clarisse Machanguana of Mozambique, Dirk Nowitzki of Germany, Ismenia Pauchard of Chile, Wang Zhizhi of China, and Ludwik Mietta-Mikolajevicz of Poland.

Members of the Class of 2026 will be honored at an enshrinement ceremony on April 21 in Berlin, Germany.

Balochistan under-training officers visits KP CPO

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Mon, 22 Dec 2025, 10:21 AM

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PESHAWAR, Dec 22 (APP):The under-training officers of the Balochistan provincial service visited the central police office (CPO) in Peshawar.

Upon arrival, they were received by Additional IG Police, Muhammad Ali Babakhel and other senior officials at CPO.

Babakhel briefed them about the working of KP police, structure and services for maintenance of law and order in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

The delegation thanked Additional IGP and other senior police officers for the extensive briefing.

NBP Exchange Rates

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Mon, 22 Dec 2025, 10:18 AM

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KARACHI, Dec 22 (APP):Treasury Management Division of National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) on Monday. the following exchange rates.

CURRENCY SYMBOL TT Selling TT Buying

US DOLLAR USD 280.65 280.15

EURO EUR 328.87 328.29

JAPANESE YEN JPY 1.7843 1.7811

BRITISH POUND GBP 376.06 375.39

SWISS FRANC CHF 353.26 352.63

CANADIAN DOLLAR CAD 203.43 203.07

AUSTRALIAN DOLLAR AUD 185.91 185.58

SWEDISH KRONA SEK 30.47 30.42

NORWEGIAN KRONE NOK 27.73 27.68

DANISH KRONE DKK 44.03 43.96

NEWZEALAND DOLLAR * NZD 161.95 161.66

SINGAPORE DOLLAR SGD 217.11 216.72

HONGKONG DOLLAR HKD 36.21 36.14

KOREAN WON *KRW 0.1896 0.1893

CHINESE YUAN CNY 40.30 40.23

ALAYSIAN RINGGIT *MYR 68.85 68.72

THAI BAHT *THB 8.97 8.95

U.A.EDIRHAM AED 76.95 76.82

SAUDI RIYAL SAR 74.83 74.69

QATAR RIYAL * QAR 77.02 76.88

KUWAITI DINAR *KWD 914.44 912.81

CONVERSION RATE FOR FROZEN FCY DEPOSITS

USD 280.2084

GBP 374.6947

EUR 328.1241

JPY 1.787

Foreign exchange rates

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Mon, 22 Dec 2025, 10:12 AM

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KARACHI, Dec 22 (APP):The Exchange Rates Committee of Financial Markets Association of Pakistan issued the following Exchange rates bulletin, here on Monday.

CONVERSION RATES FOR DECEMBER 22, 2025 FOR FOREIGN CURRENCY FOR FORWARD COVER FOR DEPOSITS (EXCLUDING FE-25 DEPOSITS)

SBP SETTLEMENT VALUE DATE DECEMBER 24, 2025

USD 280.2084

GBP 374.6947

EUR 328.1241

JPY 1.7870

Pakistan’s Exports to China Remain Stable at $2.50 Billion in Jan–Nov 2025, Second-Half Momentum Strengthens

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Mon, 22 Dec 2025, 10:10 AM

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BEIJING, Dec 22 (APP):Pakistan’s exports to China maintained a steady performance in the first eleven months of 2025, reaching $2.504 billion during January–November 2025, compared with $2.495 billion in the same period of 2024—an increase of 0.37% year-on-year, according to the latest data from the General Administration of Customs of China (GACC).

The data shows a clear improvement in the second half of the year. While exports in January–June 2025 were 6.84% lower than in the corresponding period of 2024, Pakistan’s exports to China recorded an 8.69% year-on-year increase in July–November 2025, indicating a strengthening trade rhythm and a more stable demand recovery.

Monthly performance highlights this momentum, with February 2025 posting the highest year-on-year growth (+42.7%).

Exports also remained strong in July (+14.6%), August (+17.9%), and September (+19.4%). The period concluded with the highest monthly value in the January–November window, as November 2025 reached $303.0 million, followed by October at $273.042 million, China Economic Net reported.

Economic experts note that stable export performance and second-half acceleration provide a constructive base for further trade facilitation and enterprise-level cooperation, particularly in industrial supply chains and value-added processing.

Associated Press Of Pakistan

DC reviews departments’ performance

Saudi Arabia confers Kingdom’s highest national honour on COAS Field Marshal Asim Munir

Currency rates of NBP

Five injured in a road accident

Man shot dead

Turkish basketball legend Hidayet Turkoglu inducted into FIBA Hall of Fame

Balochistan under-training officers visits KP CPO

NBP Exchange Rates

Foreign exchange rates

Pakistan’s Exports to China Remain Stable at $2.50 Billion in Jan–Nov 2025, Second-Half Momentum Strengthens

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