No sugar export since Jan 18: ministry
Strict control on borders are in force to prevent any attempt of smuggling
By Our Correspondent
March 21, 2025
ISLAMABAD: The ministry of industries and production said Thursday no export of sugar is taking place “at the moment”.
In a statement, the ministry said, “Keeping in view riding trend of sugar prices and anticipated demand surge in the holy month of Ramadan, ban on export of sugar was imposed and no export of sugar has been allowed since 18.01.2025 from any customs stations. Besides, strict control on borders are in force to prevent any attempt of smuggling.”
“Moreover, in order to maintain the supply and demand, the concerned authorities are under direction to take strict action against hoarders and price manipulation of sugar and other commodities,” the ministry added.
-
Conan O'Brien Wraps Up 2026 Oscars With Martin Short Shout-out: 'We Love You' -
Savannah Guthrie 'furious' Over False Claims After Mom Nancy Abduction -
Zendaya Adds Fuel To Tom Holland Wedding Rumors With Subtle Move At 2026 Oscars -
Google Ends Crowdsourced AI Health Advice Feature: Find Out Why -
Jessie Buckley Becomes First Irish Woman To Win Oscar: 'Wow' -
'Horrified' Meghan Markle Losing Sleep After Damaging Email Leak -
US Mayors Raise Concerns Over AI Data Centres -
Elton John AIDS Foundation Holds Remarkable 2026 Oscar Charity For Noble Cause -
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s Friend Comes Out With Update On His Relationship With King Charles -
Kieran Culkin Makes Cheesy Remark Over Sean Penn's 'no-show' After Oscar Win -
THOR AI Stuns Scientists By Solving Century-old Physics Problem In Seconds -
James Blake Reveals Shocking Music Industry Secret -
Barry Keoghan Makes Rare Confession About Jessie Buckley's 'Hamnet' After Her Oscar Win -
AI Use Among US Doctors Surges, Survey Finds -
Meghan Markle’s ‘danger’ To Prince Harry Comes Out: ‘No One Wants Association With Your Wife’ -
Smartphone Use On Toilet Linked To Increased Health Risk