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PM orders ban on sugar export given domestic demand

ISLAMABAD, May 9 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday imposed a complete ban on the export of sugar to keep stabilized the stock and price of commodity in the country.  The prime minister also ordered strict measures against the smuggling of sugar.  PM Shehbaz Sharif said it was important to first meet the needs… Continue reading PM orders ban on sugar export given domestic demand

Mega Relief: Federal Cabinet slashes flour, sugar prices, says Marriyum

ISLAMABAD, Apr 20 (APP):Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb on Wednesday announced a mega relief for public in the holy month of Ramazan after the Federal Cabinet reduced the prices of sugar and flour. Briefing the media persons at the National Press Club here after the Federal Cabinet meeting, she said Prime Minister Shehbaz… Continue reading Mega Relief: Federal Cabinet slashes flour, sugar prices, says Marriyum

Govt reduces flour price to Rs400 per 10kg, sugar to Rs70 per kg for Ramazan

ISLAMABAD, Apr 19 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Tuesday, in a major relief package, announced the reduction of flour price from Rs 550 to Rs400 per 10-kilogram bag in Punjab province, to provide relief to the people during the Holy Ramazan. The prime minister, who chaired an urgent meeting to discuss a reduction in eatables… Continue reading Govt reduces flour price to Rs400 per 10kg, sugar to Rs70 per kg for Ramazan

Govt. decides to reverse sales tax on sugar to ex-mill rate till Nov 30

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ISLAMABAD, July 19 (APP): The government, in order to ensure reasonable reduction in sugar price, on Monday decided to reverse the sales tax to the ex-mill rate till November 30, 2021. The decision was taken during a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Imran Khan to review prices of essential commodities, PM office media wing said… Continue reading Govt. decides to reverse sales tax on sugar to ex-mill rate till Nov 30

A larger number people standing in queues for purchasing sugar on subsidized rate at Singh Pura Ramzan Bazaar

APP76-140421 LAHORE: April 14 - A larger number people standing in queues for purchasing sugar on subsidized rate at Singh Pura Ramzan Bazaar. APP Photo by Rana Imran
APP77-140421LAHORE: April 14 - A larger number people busy in purchasing fruits and vegetables at Singh Pura Ramzan Bazaar during Holy month of Ramzan. APP Photo by Rana Imran

PM orders to maintain gas tariff for next few months

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ISLAMABAD, Mar 12 (APP):Prime Minister Imran Khan on Friday directed to maintain the gas tariff for next few months in a order to provide relief to the consumers. Chairing a review meeting on the prices of flour, sugar and other essential commodities, the prime minister called for intensifying efforts to facilitate the common man, particularly… Continue reading PM orders to maintain gas tariff for next few months

ECC reduces tax on commercial sugar imports to 0.25%; directs TCP to import white sugar

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ISLAMABAD, Jan 20 (APP):The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet Wednesday approved reduction of Withholding Income Tax on commercial import of white sugar and raw sugar form 5.5% to 0.25% besides approving removal of Value Added Sales Tax on import of white sugar. The approval was given on the presentation of summary by Ministry… Continue reading ECC reduces tax on commercial sugar imports to 0.25%; directs TCP to import white sugar

PM directs strict action against sugar hoarders, profiteers

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ISLAMABAD, Jan 8 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Friday directed strict action against all those involved in illegal profiteering and hoarding of sugar across the country. Chairing a meeting on prices and availability of sugar, the Prime Minister stressed for taking the action “without any discrimination” to ensure availability of essential commodities. Imran Khan… Continue reading PM directs strict action against sugar hoarders, profiteers

PM for constant monitoring of prices, supply, availability of wheat, sugar

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ISLAMABAD, Nov 5 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday called for constant monitoring of the situation of availability of flour and sugar in the country and ensuring preemptive arrangements for future requirements. He also directed to ensure arrangements for the supply of imported sugar in various parts of the country so as to avoid… Continue reading PM for constant monitoring of prices, supply, availability of wheat, sugar

Governor Sindh briefs PM about availability of flour, sugar in province

Governor voices solidarity for Kashmiris against Indian barbarity

ISLAMABAD, Nov 5 (APP): Governor Sindh Imran Ismail called on Prime Minister Imran Khan here on Thursday and briefed him about the availability of flour and sugar in the province. He also apprised the prime minister regarding talks held with Pakistan Islanders and fishers.

Cabinet concerned over rising coronavirus cases; asks people to strictly follow SoPs

PM chairs cabinet meeting

ISLAMABAD, Oct 20 (APP): The federal cabinet Tuesday expressed serious concern over increase of coronavirus cases in the country and asked the people to take necessary precautions against the expected second wave. The meeting chaired by Prime Minister Imran Khan was informed about the rise in number of new cases in the current month as… Continue reading Cabinet concerned over rising coronavirus cases; asks people to strictly follow SoPs

PM for taking all measures to check prices of essential items; strict action against hoarders, profiteers

ISLAMABAD, Oct 13 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Tuesday called for taking all possible administrative measures to check the prices of basic essential goods and commodities, and ensure strict action against the hoarders and profiteers. He was presiding over a high-level meeting here regarding the prices and availability of basic essential commodities, particularly wheat… Continue reading PM for taking all measures to check prices of essential items; strict action against hoarders, profiteers

PM desires availability of wheat, sugar at affordable prices

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ISLAMABAD, Sep 22 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan Tuesday said that wheat and sugar were among the basic needs of people, so its availability at affordable prices should be ensured. He also directed that sufficient availability of wheat, considering the local requirements and consumption, should also be ensured. The prime minister was chairing a meeting… Continue reading PM desires availability of wheat, sugar at affordable prices

Govt to put in place effective mechanism for ensuring no price hike in future: PM

By Shafek Koreshe ISLAMABAD, Feb 14 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan Friday said a proper mechanism was being put in place for putting in place an early warning system for detecting shortage of essential food items and no recurrence of price hike in future. Describing the recent price hike of edible items as “avoidable”, the… Continue reading Govt to put in place effective mechanism for ensuring no price hike in future: PM

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