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Business Recorder
3 days ago
- Politics
- Business Recorder
Youm-e-Takbeer: Pakistan reaffirms its unshakeable resolve: Fahd Haroon
ISLAMABAD: On the occasion of Youm-e-Takbeer, the nation commemorates a defining moment in Pakistan's history — the day it emerged as a declared nuclear power, affirming its sovereign right to self-defence and regional stability. In a message marking the day, Fahd Haroon, Minister of State and Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Digital Media, paid tribute to Pakistan's scientists, Armed Forces, and the resilient spirit of its people. 'This day is a reminder of Pakistan's unshakable will,' Haroon stated. 'It is a salute to the brilliance of our scientists who defied the impossible, to our Armed Forces who remain steel-spined guardians, and to our people, whose unity has always been our greatest strength.' Haroon emphasized that Pakistan's nuclear capability, guided by visionary leadership, was never a choice of aggression but a doctrine of credible deterrence. 'Our collective resolve transformed adversity into strength,' he said.
Business Recorder
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Recorder
Pakistan's ceramics industry: Ministry forms joint committee to address key challenges
ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Industries and Production has announced the formation of a joint committee to address key challenges being faced by the ceramics industry. The development came here on Tuesday during a meeting between the Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Industries and Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan, with All Pakistan Ceramic Tiles Manufacturers Association (APCTMA). The committee comprising members of the Tiles Manufacturers Association and the Engineering Development Board will present a progress report by Thursday. Key issues discussed included the tariff policy, customs duties, exports and imports, and the need for tariff protection for the local ceramic tiles industry. Speaking on the occasion, Haroon Akhtar Khan said the government is committed to support and revitalise the industrial sector. After detailed discussions with the APCTMA delegation, Haroon announced the formation of a joint committee comprising members of the Tiles Manufacturers Association and the Engineering Development Board. The committee has been tasked to present a progress report by Thursday. The delegation gave a detailed briefing on the ceramic tile industry, noting that Pakistan's current daily production capacity is approximately 560,000 square metres. This output is backed by an investment of over Rs100 billion, with around 60 percent of it coming from foreign sources, particularly China. They highlighted that the industry has made significant progress in reducing dependence on imports. Previously at 74 percent, import reliance has now fallen to just four percent, with nearly all raw materials and workforce now sourced locally. The delegation expressed its ambition to bring this down further to just one percent, calling the ceramic industry a shining example of local industrial capability. The SAPM directed the tile manufacturers to submit a detailed report outlining the specific reasons why higher protection is necessary for the industry. He further instructed that the report must quantify cost disadvantages as a percentage of total production costs. 'The government under Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is committed to supporting and revitalising the industrial sector,' the SAPM emphasised. 'We are strongly defending the case for industries, including tiles, in the National Tariff Policy Board.' Haroon reiterated his vision to see Pakistani manufacturers become regionally competitive and assured that Chinese manufacturers, as partners and friends, will continue to receive full support. 'No industry will be allowed to shut down,' he affirmed. 'Revival of industries is our vision, and we are formulating long-term policies to ensure sustainable growth.' He concluded by assuring full government support to the tile manufacturing sector and reaffirmed the government's commitment to the broader development of the local industrial base. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Recorder
Ceramics industry: Ministry forms joint committee to address key challenges
ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Industries and Production has announced the formation of a joint committee to address key challenges being faced by the ceramics industry. The development came here on Tuesday during a meeting between the Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Industries and Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan, with All Pakistan Ceramic Tiles Manufacturers Association (APCTMA). The committee comprising members of the Tiles Manufacturers Association and the Engineering Development Board will present a progress report by Thursday. Key issues discussed included the tariff policy, customs duties, exports and imports, and the need for tariff protection for the local ceramic tiles industry. Speaking on the occasion, Haroon Akhtar Khan said the government is committed to support and revitalise the industrial sector. After detailed discussions with the APCTMA delegation, Haroon announced the formation of a joint committee comprising members of the Tiles Manufacturers Association and the Engineering Development Board. The committee has been tasked to present a progress report by Thursday. The delegation gave a detailed briefing on the ceramic tile industry, noting that Pakistan's current daily production capacity is approximately 560,000 square metres. This output is backed by an investment of over Rs100 billion, with around 60 percent of it coming from foreign sources, particularly China. They highlighted that the industry has made significant progress in reducing dependence on imports. Previously at 74 percent, import reliance has now fallen to just four percent, with nearly all raw materials and workforce now sourced locally. The delegation expressed its ambition to bring this down further to just one percent, calling the ceramic industry a shining example of local industrial capability. The SAPM directed the tile manufacturers to submit a detailed report outlining the specific reasons why higher protection is necessary for the industry. He further instructed that the report must quantify cost disadvantages as a percentage of total production costs. 'The government under Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is committed to supporting and revitalising the industrial sector,' the SAPM emphasised. 'We are strongly defending the case for industries, including tiles, in the National Tariff Policy Board.' Haroon reiterated his vision to see Pakistani manufacturers become regionally competitive and assured that Chinese manufacturers, as partners and friends, will continue to receive full support. 'No industry will be allowed to shut down,' he affirmed. 'Revival of industries is our vision, and we are formulating long-term policies to ensure sustainable growth.' He concluded by assuring full government support to the tile manufacturing sector and reaffirmed the government's commitment to the broader development of the local industrial base. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
India Today
24-05-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Arrested Pak spy linked to ISI agents, facilitated money transfer: UP Police
Mohammad Haroon, arrested by the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) from Delhi and found to be working for ISI agents operating in India. Investigations revealed that Haroon acted as an agent for expelled Pakistan High Commission official Mohammad Muzammil Hussain, routing money through fake bank accounts to fund ISI operatives within the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) has arrested two individuals — Mohammad Haroon from Delhi and Tufail from Varanasi—for spying for provided bank accounts under false names to Muzammil Hussain, which were used to collect payments from individuals seeking Pakistani visas. These funds were transferred via Haroon to unknown recipients believed to be ISI ATS is currently examining Haroon's mobile phone and financial records from the past three years to trace the flow of money and identify other involved Hussain has been declared persona non grata by the Indian government and ordered to leave the country. The ATS continues its investigation into this espionage network and the funding channels supporting ISI activities in accused, Tufail, was arrested in Varanasi on charges of spying for Pakistan. He maintained contact with over 600 Pakistani nationals and shared sensitive images and videos of strategic Indian locations such as Rajghat, Namo Ghat, Gyanvapi, the Varanasi railway station, and Delhi's Red also circulated WhatsApp group links that connected people in India directly to Pakistani contacts. One of his key contacts, Nafisa, is married to a Pakistani Army is further accused of sharing videos of Maulana Shad Rizvi, leader of the banned extremist group 'Tehreek-e-Labbaik', and forwarding messages promoting revenge for the Babri Masjid demolition and advocating the implementation of Sharia law. advertisementIN THIS STORY#Uttar Pradesh
India Today
23-05-2025
- India Today
Mysore Sandal Soap's new brand ambassador sparks language, culture controversy
1:02 Haroon and Tufail have been arrested by UP ATS for allegedly leaking sensitive information to Pakistani handlers.
