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Iranian Sailors offered Humanitarian Visas By Sri Lanka

Monday, March 9, 2026

Sri Lanka Grants Humanitarian Visas to Iranian Sailors: Minister

Iranian Sailors offered Humanitarian Visas by Sri Lanka: SL has decided to grant free one-month humanitarian visas to 218 Iranian sailors rescued from two vessels following a U.S. submarine attack. The announcement

Monday, March 9, 2026

SBP Maintains Interest Rate Amid Rising Inflation Concerns

The State Bank of Pakistan’s Monetary Policy Committee announced on March 9, 2026, that the key interest rate will remain at 10.5%. The decision was disclosed on the SBP’s website, with a

Escalating Middle East Tensions Drive Major PSX Decline

On March 9, 2026, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) faced a significant downturn as escalating tensions in the Middle East led to a substantial sell-off. The KSE-100 Index plummeted by 11,015.96 points, closing at 146,480.14, marking its second-largest single-day decline

Monday, March 9, 2026

Andhra Pradesh leads India's Shrimp Export Growth

Andhra Pradesh Fortifies India’s Shrimp Exports Amid Global Challenges

India’s Shrimp Export: On March 8, 2026, Andhra Pradesh’s shrimp industry emerged as a cornerstone of India’s seafood export economy, showcasing resilience amid global trade challenges. A sharp decline in shipments to the United States between April and November 2025,

Monday, March 9, 2026

Pakistan’s Medicine Imports Threatened by Gulf Conflict

The escalating conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States has significantly disrupted Pakistan’s medicine import, pharmaceutical raw materials, baby formula, and vaccines due

India Sets New Viewership Record in T20 World Cup Final

India’s Historic T20 World Cup Victory Breaks Viewership Records

T20 World Cup Final: India’s triumphant victory in the ICC T20 Men’s World Cup final against New Zealand on March 8, 2026, has set

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Sri Lanka Grants Humanitarian Visas to Iranian Sailors: Minister

Monday, March 9, 2026

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Iranian Sailors offered Humanitarian Visas by Sri Lanka: SL has decided to grant free one-month humanitarian visas to 218 Iranian sailors rescued from two vessels following a U.S. submarine attack. The announcement

SBP Maintains Interest Rate Amid Rising Inflation Concerns

Monday, March 9, 2026

Current Affairs

The State Bank of Pakistan’s Monetary Policy Committee announced on March 9, 2026, that the key interest rate will remain at 10.5%. The decision was disclosed on the SBP’s website, with a

Escalating Middle East Tensions Drive Major PSX Decline

Monday, March 9, 2026

Current Affairs

On March 9, 2026, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) faced a significant downturn as escalating tensions in the Middle East led to a substantial sell-off. The KSE-100 Index plummeted by 11,015.96 points,

Andhra Pradesh Fortifies India’s Shrimp Exports Amid Global Challenges

Monday, March 9, 2026

Business·Current Affairs

India’s Shrimp Export: On March 8, 2026, Andhra Pradesh’s shrimp industry emerged as a cornerstone of India’s seafood export economy, showcasing resilience amid global trade challenges. A sharp decline in shipments to

Pakistan’s Medicine Imports Threatened by Gulf Conflict

Monday, March 9, 2026

Current Affairs

The escalating conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States has significantly disrupted Pakistan’s medicine import, pharmaceutical raw materials, baby formula, and vaccines due to the suspension of international flights. If the

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Sri Lanka Grants Humanitarian Visas to Iranian Sailors: Minister

Iranian Sailors offered Humanitarian Visas by Sri Lanka: SL has

SBP Maintains Interest Rate Amid Rising Inflation Concerns

The State Bank of Pakistan’s Monetary Policy Committee announced on

Escalating Middle East Tensions Drive Major PSX Decline

On March 9, 2026, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) faced

Current Affairs

Sri Lanka Grants Humanitarian Visas to Iranian Sailors: Minister

Monday, March 9, 2026

Current Affairs

Iranian Sailors offered Humanitarian Visas by Sri Lanka: SL has decided to grant free one-month humanitarian visas to 218 Iranian sailors rescued from two vessels following a U.S. submarine attack. The announcement

SBP Maintains Interest Rate Amid Rising Inflation Concerns

Monday, March 9, 2026

Current Affairs

The State Bank of Pakistan’s Monetary Policy Committee announced on March 9, 2026, that the key interest rate will remain at 10.5%. The decision was disclosed on the SBP’s website, with a

Escalating Middle East Tensions Drive Major PSX Decline

Monday, March 9, 2026

Current Affairs

On March 9, 2026, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) faced a significant downturn as escalating tensions in the Middle East led to a substantial sell-off. The KSE-100 Index plummeted by 11,015.96 points,

Andhra Pradesh Fortifies India’s Shrimp Exports Amid Global Challenges

Monday, March 9, 2026

Business·Current Affairs

India’s Shrimp Export: On March 8, 2026, Andhra Pradesh’s shrimp industry emerged as a cornerstone of India’s seafood export economy, showcasing resilience amid global trade challenges. A sharp decline in shipments to

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Andhra Pradesh Fortifies India’s Shrimp Exports Amid Global Challenges

Monday, March 9, 2026

Business·Current Affairs

India’s Shrimp Export: On March 8, 2026, Andhra Pradesh’s shrimp industry emerged as a cornerstone of India’s seafood export economy, showcasing resilience amid global trade challenges. A sharp decline in shipments to

Crude Oil Prices Surge Amid Iran Conflict

Oil Prices Spike as Iran Conflict Disrupts Supply

Monday, March 9, 2026

Business·Current Affairs

Crude oil prices have surged past $114 per barrel for the first time since 2022, driven by the escalating conflict in Iran, which threatens vital oil production and shipping routes in West

Pakistan Braces for Fuel Shortages Amid Middle East Tensions

Sunday, March 8, 2026

Business·Current Affairs

LNG Supply Disruptions Raise Concerns Over Fuel Shortages Pakistan is preparing for potential fuel shortages as tensions in the Middle East threaten to disrupt supply chains. Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik announced

Pakistan-Uzbekistan Trade: Plan 5-Year Trade Roadmap

Pakistan and Uzbekistan Forge Five-Year Trade Roadmap

Sunday, March 8, 2026

Business·Current Affairs

Pakistan-Uzbekistan Trade: Pakistan and Uzbekistan have unveiled a strategic five-year roadmap to bolster trade relations between the two nations. This announcement was made during the second session of the Pakistan-Uzbekistan Joint Working

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Maldives Hidden Gems: 5 Spots Emerge in 2026

Discover Maldives hidden gems as tourism surges. New guides spotlight undiscovered Maldives islands from northern atolls to southern reserves. Officials project growth beyond USD 5.4 billion in receipts. South Asian travellers eye these secret Maldives attractions amid record 2025 arrivals. Maldives hidden gems draw

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Sri Lanka Grants Humanitarian Visas to Iranian Sailors: Minister

SBP Maintains Interest Rate Amid Rising Inflation Concerns

Escalating Middle East Tensions Drive Major PSX Decline

Andhra Pradesh Fortifies India’s Shrimp Exports Amid Global Challenges

Pakistan’s Medicine Imports Threatened by Gulf Conflict

India’s Historic T20 World Cup Victory Breaks Viewership Records

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Sri Lanka Grants Humanitarian Visas to Iranian Sailors: Minister

SBP Maintains Interest Rate Amid Rising Inflation Concerns

Escalating Middle East Tensions Drive Major PSX Decline

Andhra Pradesh Fortifies India’s Shrimp Exports Amid Global Challenges

Pakistan’s Medicine Imports Threatened by Gulf Conflict

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Sri Lanka Grants Humanitarian Visas to Iranian Sailors: Minister

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Sri Lanka Grants Humanitarian Visas to Iranian Sailors: Minister

SBP Maintains Interest Rate Amid Rising Inflation Concerns

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Andhra Pradesh Fortifies India’s Shrimp Exports Amid Global Challenges

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