Jamaat-i-Islami announces nationwide sit-ins against petroleum levy
JI Emir Hafiz Naeemur Rehman announced 510 sit-ins across Pakistan, demanding the price of petrol be reduced to Rs225 per litre.
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Moroccans Gather Near Ceuta Border in Hope for Missing Loved Ones
Hundreds of Moroccans hope to find their missing loved ones as over 72,000 people attempted to cross into Ceuta.
Minister: IMF Hurdles Impede Cheaper Electricity Tariffs
Federal Minister Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari says the International Monetary Fund is preventing Pakistan from offering cheaper electricity during speci
Pakistan’s Auto Policy Fails to Benefit Ordinary Car Buyers
Critics argue that Pakistan's current automobile policy disproportionately benefits premium vehicles, while ordinary buyers bear the full tax burden.
Government Approves Refinery Upgrade Policy
Government implements policy to upgrade existing refineries and produce environment-friendly fuels.
Pakistan seeks IMF flexibility for fuel pricing
Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik discusses engagement with the IMF on fuel pricing mechanisms to cushion oil price shocks.
Iran conflict escalates, global economy faces new threats
The Iran-US ceasefire breakdown has led to expanded hostilities and warnings from global economic institutions about broader impacts on growth.
MQM-P Leaders and Shahid Khaqan Support Creation of New Administrative Units
Former premier Shahid Khaqan Abbasi and MQM-P leaders support the creation of additional administrative units to address population growth and improve gove
RLNG prices surge to record high, LPG rates also increase
Ogra increases RLNG prices by 32% in August, impacting power generation costs. LPG rates also rise.
Sri Lanka’s inflation hits 7.3% in July, highest in three years
Sri Lanka's key inflation index rises to 7.3% in July, the highest in three years due to soaring fuel prices and food…
Government Considers Targeted Fuel Subsidies Amid Gulf Tensions
Government considers reintroducing targeted fuel subsidies if Middle East tensions persist, as defended by Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik.
FBR collects Rs1.866 trillion through power bills in four fiscal years
The Federal Board of Revenue reported collecting Rs1.866 trillion in sales tax and income tax through electricity bills over the last four…
Pakistan to Ban Local Sales by Export Factories
Export Processing Zones in Pakistan will be prohibited from selling products locally starting September 2026, as per IMF commitments.
Pakistan Reports Strong Economic Performance to IMF, Aims for Capital Market Return
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb met with IMF officials in Washington D.C. to discuss progress and set future goals for Pakistan's economic strategy.
Finance Minister Reviews Pakistan’s Economic Performance with IMF Officials
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb met with senior IMF officials in Washington, D.C., discussing macroeconomic performance and reforms under EFF and RSF p
Farmers Warn Wheat Prices May Soar to Rs. 6,000 Per Maund
Farmers warn that rising wheat prices could reach Rs. 6,000 per maund due to policy failures and poor procurement.
Pakistan Briefs IMF on Economic Reforms and Progress
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb briefed senior IMF officials on Pakistan's economic progress, focusing on fiscal discipline and structural reforms.
S&P Global Upgrades Pakistan’s Credit Rating to B
Pakistan regains B credit rating after nine years, citing stronger institutions and fiscal consolidation efforts under IMF Extended Fund Facility.
S&P Global Ratings Upgrades Pakistan’s Sovereign Credit Rating
S&P Global Ratings upgrades Pakistan's credit rating, citing improved institutional stability and IMF programme reforms.
Pakistan Seeks $10 Billion US Facility to Boost Foreign Exchange Reserves
Pakistan has formally approached the US for a $10 billion exchange stabilization facility to support its foreign exchange reserves and stabilize the…