News Desk

Pakistan short-term inflation holds at 11.38 per cent as prices edge down

While the Sensitive Price Indicator saw a marginal weekly decline, annual costs for essentials like onions and LPG remain significantly elevated.

Egypt President Sisi says he will not seek re-election in 2030

The 71-year-old leader's announcement follows a 2019 constitutional change that extended presidential terms to six years.

Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb discusses Pakistan's economic reforms with Erin Browne

The talks also addressed regional conflict impacts on food security and energy, alongside plans to diversify debt through Sukuk and Panda bonds.

Fazlur Rehman calls for joint parliamentary session on Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa security

The demand follows the federal government's imposition of emergency and governor's rule in the province to suspend the PTI-led administration.

Shehbaz Sharif calls for unhindered access to sports resources for young athletes

The Prime Minister plans a National Sports Conference to coordinate federal and provincial support following Pakistan's recent Asian Games performance.

Pakistan records over 4.3 million foreign tourist arrivals in two years

Afghanistan and the United Kingdom emerged as the primary sources of international visitors during the 2024-2025 period.

Shehbaz Sharif launches support package for flood-affected and extremely poor households

The initiative aligns with the United Nations' three-year campaign to promote peace and human rights through targeted economic opportunities.

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye agree to deploy collective military forces

The move follows a series of Houthi attacks on Riyadh airport and other facilities that killed dozens and injured hundreds of people.

Pakistan reduces petrol prices by Rs3.93 per litre for three days

The price revision follows global market developments including fluctuations in Platts rates and premiums while the import cost of petrol has declined.

Pakistan secures energy supplies through 2026 despite regional conflict shocks

While supplies are secure, ongoing attacks on Gulf energy infrastructure remain a concern for Pakistan's long-term economic outlook.

IRSOA opposes new Federal Board of Revenue structural reforms

The association warns that repeated restructuring without assessing current measures like digital invoicing could disrupt revenue collection.

Pakistan to chair World Bank and IMF Boards of Governors in 2027

The appointment marks the first time Pakistan will lead these global financial institutions since 1953, highlighting its growing economic influence.

Retired US military leaders urge government to cancel livestreamed firing squad execution

The protest follows a Pentagon plan to broadcast the death of Nidal Hasan, who killed 13 soldiers at Fort Hood.

Pakistan ranks second-highest in South Asia for hunger severity

The 2026 Global Hunger Index classifies Pakistan's situation as serious, with undernourishment affecting millions across the region.

US federal agents raid Ilhan Omar home over immigration fraud probe

The investigation targets potential false information provided by the Democratic Representative or her relatives during their 1995 arrival as refugees.

China and North Korea open New Yalu River Bridge for trade

The bridge, originally slated for 2014, follows a period of improved relations including a presidential visit and resumed train services.

Shehbaz Sharif rejects plan to auction state-owned liquefied petroleum gas

The move prevents a potential 15 percent price hike on domestic cylinders while the government seeks to establish a formal legal framework for LPG sales.

Rawalpindi administration orders completion of two Peshawar Road underpasses by November 2026

The Rs. 8 billion infrastructure projects aim to ease traffic congestion and improve road safety through underground utility relocation.

Ishaq Dar chairs cabinet meeting to monitor essential commodity prices and stocks

The government will take strict action against hoarding and overpricing as short-term inflation rose to 11.97 per cent in the week ending Oct 8.

Twelve vessels attacked in Strait of Hormuz over one week

Escalating maritime strikes and a new Iranian naval formation threaten global energy flows as oil shipments fall below pre-war levels.

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham meets President Volodymyr Zelensky at Downing Street

The leaders will discuss further military and financial support as well as new sanctions against Russia in the coming weeks.

Houthi forces launch military campaign to seize Yemen's Red Sea coast

The offensive follows a 2022 UN-brokered ceasefire and aims to seize the road to Aden and the Gulf of Aden.

TTAP suspends government talks over KP emergency and Imran Khan detention

The alliance demands the release of several political leaders and threatens to escalate human rights concerns to international bodies.

Pakistan urges private companies to lower wheat seed prices for Rabi season