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Monday, March 9, 2026

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,

Fuel Price Surge In Pakistan - Economy Struggles

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Fuel Price Surge Strains Pakistan’s Economic Stability

Fuel Price Surge In Pakistan: The recent surge in fuel prices has placed significant pressure on Pakistani households, highlighting the fragile economic stability of a nation heavily reliant on imported fuel. As of March 8, 2026, petrol is priced at

Monday, March 9, 2026

Electricity Tariffs Revisions: IMF Engages with Pakistan

Current Affairs

Pakistan Electricity Tariffs Revision: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is actively engaging with Pakistani authorities regarding proposed revisions to electricity tariffs as of February

Bangladesh Approves Major Climate Resilience Project for Vulnerable Regions

Current Affairs

Bangladesh has approved a significant project valued at Tk 1,268 crore aimed at enhancing climate resilience in the haor region and Barind. These areas

Pakistan Remittances Hit $3.6bn Record High

Monday, January 12, 2026

Business

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praises overseas Pakistanis for boosting economy, as remittances soar in December 2025 amid IT sector honours. Islamabad – Pakistan remittances reached $3.6 billion in December 2025, marking a

Finance Minister Aurangzeb Briefs Saudi on PIA Privatisation Push

PIA Privatisation Push: Finance Minister Aurangzeb Briefs Saudi Finance Minister

Thursday, October 16, 2025

Business

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb met Saudi Finance Minister Mohammed Al-Jadaan in Washington DC on 15 October 2025. He briefed him on the ongoing PIA privatisation push and key airports. The discussion occurred

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IMF Bangladesh Negotiations 2025, Impose Borrowing Ceiling

Sunday, September 28, 2025

Business

The International Monetary Fund has capped Bangladesh’s foreign borrowing at $8.44 billion for the coming fiscal year, signalling heightened oversight in IMF Bangladesh negotiations amid escalating debt concerns. The International Monetary Fund

Supreme Leaders of Pak and Saudi during signing of Saudi Pak Pact

Saudi Pak Pact 2025 Bolsters Economic Hopes

Tuesday, September 23, 2025

Current Affairs

A fresh Saudi Pak pact potential financial lifelines for Islamabad, but persistent debt woes temper optimism for lasting stability. ISLAMABAD: On Tuesday, September 17, 2025, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia inked a strategic

Currency exchange counter in Pakistan, highlighting the illegal forex market’s impact on exchange rate stability in 2025.

Exchange Rate Stability Threatened by Illegal Forex Market in Pakistan

Sunday, August 24, 2025

Business

A resurgent illegal forex market in Pakistan is undermining official dollar sales, risking exchange rate volatility. On Sunday, August 24, 2025, currency dealers in Karachi reported a 50 per cent drop in

A man in Post-Hasina Bangladesh, celebrating

Jubilant Celebrations Hide Rocky Path in Post-Hasina Bangladesh

Wednesday, September 3, 2025

Current Affairs

One year on in post-Hasina Bangladesh, thousands flooded the streets of Dhaka with national flags waving amid heavy rains, marking the anniversary of Sheikh Hasina’s dramatic ouster and igniting a mix of

US dollars and UK pounds in a picture depicting foreign remittances in Pakistan

Pakistan’s Remittances Soar for 38 Billion, Despite Reduced Bank Incentives

Friday, September 5, 2025

Business

In a remarkable show of resilience, Pakistan remittances from overseas workers surged to $3.214 billion in July 2025, a 7.4% increase from the previous year, despite the government’s decision to scale back

Pakistan Stock Exchange Soars as Benchmark KSE-100 Index Nears 140,000 Mark

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Business

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced a robust surge, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index approaching the historic 140,000-point level during early trading on Monday. By 9:35 AM, the index climbed to 139,988.07,

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Da Afghanistan Bank Reports Gross Reserves Reach $10 Billion

Friday, August 15, 2025

Business·Current Affairs

Da Afghanistan Bank, the central bank of Afghanistan, has announced that its gross reserves have reached an impressive $10 billion. This milestone reflects a 10% increase in bank deposits and an injection

Pakistan Initiates Talks with Traders to Address Tax Reform Concerns

Friday, August 15, 2025

Business

The Pakistani government has launched discussions with traders to address tensions over recent tax reforms, particularly the expanded powers granted to the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) under Sections 37A and 37B

economic stability

Escalating Middle East Tensions Drive Major PSX Decline

Fuel Price Surge Strains Pakistan’s Economic Stability

Electricity Tariffs Revisions: IMF Engages with Pakistan

Bangladesh Approves Major Climate Resilience Project for Vulnerable Regions

Pakistan Remittances Hit $3.6bn Record High

PIA Privatisation Push: Finance Minister Aurangzeb Briefs Saudi Finance Minister

IMF Bangladesh Negotiations 2025, Impose Borrowing Ceiling

Saudi Pak Pact 2025 Bolsters Economic Hopes

Exchange Rate Stability Threatened by Illegal Forex Market in Pakistan

Jubilant Celebrations Hide Rocky Path in Post-Hasina Bangladesh

Pakistan’s Remittances Soar for 38 Billion, Despite Reduced Bank Incentives

Pakistan Stock Exchange Soars as Benchmark KSE-100 Index Nears 140,000 Mark

Da Afghanistan Bank Reports Gross Reserves Reach $10 Billion

Pakistan Initiates Talks with Traders to Address Tax Reform Concerns

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