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Business Recorder
21 hours ago
- Business
- Business Recorder
APNS Eid holidays
KARACHI: The All Pakistan Newspapers Society has announced that the member publications of the APNS will observe two closed holidays on account of Eid-ul-Azha on Saturday, June 07, 2025 and Sunday, June 08, 2025. Consequently, there will be no morning newspapers on Sunday, June 08, 2025 and Monday, June 09, 2025 and will publish their normal editions on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. Whereas the evening newspapers not appearing on Saturday, June 07, 2025 and Sunday, June 08, 2025, may bring out their issues on Monday, June 09, 2025, if they so desire. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Express Tribune
a day ago
- Business
- Express Tribune
Chicken prices drop in Peshawar
The price of poultry has dropped significantly, falling from Rs460 per kilogram to Rs380 within a week - a decrease of Rs80 per kilogram. Despite the steep decline in raw chicken prices, the cost of chicken dishes at restaurants and fast-food outlets remains unchanged, drawing criticism from consumers. As Eid-ul-Azha approaches, the poultry market has witnessed a notable dip in prices. However, eateries across the city continue to sell chicken dishes at inflated rates, unchanged since prices peaked earlier this year. Previously, when chicken prices surged to Rs500 per kilogram, restaurant and fast-food operators raised the prices of popular chicken dishes. Now that chicken rates have dropped significantly, the public is questioning why those increased menu prices haven't been revised.
Business Recorder
2 days ago
- Health
- Business Recorder
Nawaz leaves for London for medical check-up
LAHORE: Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo and former prime minister Nawaz Sharif left for London on Sunday for a medical check-up, party sources confirmed. Sharif departed from his residence in Jati Umra and boarded a special flight from Lahore's Old Airport. According to party insiders, the former premier will remain in the UK, during which he is expected to undergo a comprehensive medical examination. Nawaz Sharif is likely to stay in London for two weeks and will celebrate Eid-ul-Azha in London.
Express Tribune
2 days ago
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Achakzai announces drive for democratic revival
In a historic public Jirga held in Kabal, Swat, Chairman of the Pashtunkhwa Milli Awami Party (PkMAP) and Member of the National Assembly, Mahmood Khan Achakzai, announced a nationwide movement to be launched after Eid-ul-Azha, aimed at restoring constitutional order and democratic integrity under the Tehreek Tahafuz-e-Ayeen Pakistan. He delivered a forceful and impassioned speech addressing Pakistan's political turmoil, constitutional challenges, and the plight of the Pashtun people. Speaking before a large crowd under the banner of TTAP Achakzai, who also is its president, emphasized that Pakistan's survival depends on the supremacy of its Constitution. "There can be no compromise on constitutional rule," he declared. He underscored the Pashtun people's right to control their resources, drawing a comparison with global nationalist sentiments. "If Trump can say 'America First,' we too can say 'Pashtun First,'" he stated, clarifying that the demand is rooted in both international law and Islamic principles. Achakzai rejected any form of subjugation, asserting, "We are not asking for separation, but we will not accept slavery." He decried the portrayal of Pashtuns as extremists, pointing to the community's suffering from both global conflicts and flawed state policies. He likened their struggle to that of Palestinians and Kurds, criticizing historical and ongoing divisions imposed by colonial and state authorities. The veteran politician condemned the state's economic policies, particularly the handing over of local resources to foreign investors under the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), and slammed the February 2024 elections as "blatantly rigged," alleging large-scale vote manipulation.
Express Tribune
3 days ago
- Business
- Express Tribune
Livestock sold by weight in Charsadda's village
As Eid-ul-Azha approaches, livestock markets across the country, including in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, are drawing large crowds. However, skyrocketing animal prices have made it increasingly difficult for the middle class to fulfill the ritual of sacrifice. In response to this challenge, traders in Nesata, a village in Charsadda district, have introduced an innovative pricing model — selling sacrificial animals based on weight. According to local sources, the rate for bulls is Rs900 per kilogram, while buffaloes are being sold at Rs680 per kilogram. This weight-based pricing model, known locally as 'wazan per sale', is proving to be cost-effective. Traders claim that buyers can save between Rs50,000 to Rs70,000 compared to conventional market prices. As a result, a significant number of people are flocking to Nesata to purchase animals after verifying their weight on a computerized scale. Sellers have installed digital weighing machines near the livestock markets, allowing buyers to get an accurate reading of the animal's weight before making a purchase. If a buyer finds the total price beyond their budget after the weighing, they are free to walk away - though they are required to pay a Rs100 fee for the weighing slip. The trend is gaining popularity, particularly among residents of Peshawar and nearby areas, who are now traveling to Nesata for more transparent and potentially economical livestock purchases. Located just two kilometers from the Charsadda Motorway Interchange, Nesata is fast becoming a hotspot for buyers seeking fairly priced sacrificial animals ahead of Eid. Meanwhile, with the disbursement of salaries to public and private sector employees, Eid shopping in the city has seen a significant surge. Markets are experiencing a dramatic increase in foot traffic, severely impacting the flow of traffic across major commercial areas. Alongside traditional Eid shopping, the purchase of sacrificial animals for Eid-ul-Azha is also gaining momentum. On Saturday, both shopping malls and livestock markets across the city witnessed heavy crowds.
