IMF calls on Pakistan to bridge revenue gap by fully recovering super tax
ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has advised the Pakistani government to address its revenue shortfall by ensuring the complete collection of the Super Tax,...
Pakistan, Turkey move to boost rice trade
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Turkey have reached a mutual agreement to substantially enhance bilateral rice trade, emphasizing competitive pricing, increased export volumes, and stronger business relations...
Gold and silver prices reach new peaks in Pakistan
KARACHI: Gold and silver prices skyrocketed to record highs in international and local markets on Wednesday, with gold per tola in Pakistan jumping by Rs21,100...
Gold prices dip slightly in Pakistan amid global decline
KARACIH: Gold prices experienced a decline in both international and domestic markets on Tuesday, whereas silver prices saw an upward trend. In the international bullion...
SBP holds key rate at 10.5%
KARACHI: In its initial meeting of 2026, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) opted to maintain the policy rate...
SBP set to announce monetary policy today
KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is poised to reveal its first monetary policy for the ongoing fiscal year today (Monday). Given recent economic...
Gold prices in Pakistan hit a new all-time high: January 26, 2026
KARACHI: Gold and silver prices in Pakistan and globally surged to record highs on Monday. International gold prices exceeded $5,000 per ounce for the first...
Gold hits record Rs514,662 per tola
KARACHI: Gold and silver prices in Pakistan and globally surged to record highs on Friday. Driven by central bank purchases and geopolitical tensions, both metals...
ECO ministerial meeting ended in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: The two-day Ministerial Conference of the Economic Cooperation Organization on Disaster Risk Reduction has successfully concluded in Islamabad. During the meeting, member states reaffirmed...
Gold prices see slight decline in Pakistan
KARACHI: Gold and silver prices experienced a decline on Thursday, slipping below the peaks reached just a day earlier in both global and local markets....
Pakistan expands its outreach to Chinese investors, heavy agri investments expected across 10 sectors
ISLAMABAD: Federal Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan met Jiang Zaidong to advance government and business-level collaboration aimed at boosting bilateral trade, particularly in agriculture. Discussions...
Gold prices in Pakistan surpass Rs 500,000 mark for the first time in history
KARACHI: Gold and silver prices in Pakistan and international markets surged to historic levels on Wednesday, marking one of the most significant increases in history....
Pakistan, China Sign $4.5 Billion MoUs in Agriculture and Food Sectors
ISLAMABAD: Pakistani and Chinese firms have finalized seventy-nine Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) valued at $4.5 billion, highlighting strong Chinese investor confidence in Pakistan’s agriculture and...
Gold prices hit historic high in global and local markets
KARACHI: Gold prices surged to record highs in both international and domestic markets on Tuesday, driven by strong global gains. In the international bullion market,...
Pakistan is set to issue global bonds, marking its return after a four-year gap
ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb announced Pakistan’s plan to re-enter the global bond market after a four-year gap, citing improved macroeconomic stability. He stated that...
IMF projects Pakistan’s economic growth rate at 3.2%, falling short of Govt target
ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has published its latest World Economic Outlook, highlighting significant gaps between Pakistan’s official economic goals and forecasts from global...
Gold prices hit all-time high in Pakistan
KARACHI: The price of gold in Pakistan and worldwide saw a significant surge on Monday, setting a new record high for the precious metal. As...
Robust surge in the stock market, over 3,000 points jump in the 100 Index
KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange witnessed a remarkable rally today, closing the trading week on a high note with notable gains. Right at the opening...
Gold price in Pakistan remains stable
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan held steady on Friday following a notable surge the previous day. As reported by the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and...
Govt decide to keep fuel prices unchanged
ISLAMABAD: Federal government has decided to keep petrol and diesel prices unchanged for the upcoming two weeks. An official notification confirmed that the fuel prices...
Gold prices take downturn after hitting all-time high
KARACHI: Gold prices experienced a drop on Thursday following a surge in recent sessions that pushed them to record highs. In the international bullion market,...
US Trophy Hunter successfully Hunts Kashmir Markhor in Chitral
CHITRAL: Regulated Trophy Hunt Generates Revenue, Supports Conservation and Community Development in Chitral An American trophy hunter has successfully taken a Kashmir Markhor in the...
Pakistan engaged in strategic talks with multiple countries for JF-17 fighter Jet exports
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is actively engaged in discussions with multiple nations regarding the potential export of JF-17 Thunder fighter jets, as per Defence Production Minister Raza...
Pakistan enters an agreement with Trump-linked crypto firm to explore digital payments
ISLAMABAD: A delegation representing a prominent U.S. financial firm has expressed interest in Pakistan’s secure and transparent digital payment infrastructure. Details emerging on Wednesday revealed...
Gold prices reach record-breaking levels in Pakistan and international markets
KARACHI: Gold prices continued their sharp upward trend on Wednesday, reaching historic highs in both international and domestic markets. In the international bullion market, the...
PM reiterates support for foreign Investors, tech collaborations
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasized the government’s ongoing dedication to fostering an environment conducive to foreign investment and strategic technological partnerships. He engaged with...
Pakistan seeks to unlock trillions in mineral wealth through strategic mining reforms
WEB DESK: The National Interest outlines Pakistan’s push to modernize its mining economy, Pakistan is intensifying efforts to convert its enormous, long-neglected mineral resources valued...
Dollar rate stable in Pakistan
KARACHI: The rate of United State dollar is seen stable in Pakistan The US Dollar remains the benchmark currency for many in Pakistan. On January...
Gold price hits record Rs481,862 per tola
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan surged to an all-time high on Tuesday, driven by escalating tensions between the United States and Iran. As per market...
Japan to provide $18.62 million grant for child healthcare in South Punjab
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Japan have signed a grant agreement aimed at improving child healthcare facilities in South Punjab, under which the Japanese government will provide...
Arif Habib assures no PIA employee will face termination for one year
ISLAMABAD: In a significant move bringing relief to Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) employees, prominent businessman and investor Arif Habib, who recently acquired the airline, has...
Gold prices in Pakistan surge to record-breaking levels
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan and globally experienced a significant surge on Monday, pushing the value of the precious metal to record-breaking levels. As reported...
International fuel rates drop sharply, petrol, diesel cheaper
WEB DESK: Global fuel markets witnessed a significant downturn as both petrol and diesel prices declined substantially. The worldwide price of petrol slipped by $2.74...
Gold prices in Pakistan experience a sharp rise, driven by an upswing in global rates
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan and internationally saw a notable surge on Friday following a two-day decline. As reported by the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems...
Pakistan permits overseas Pakistanis to import used cars up to three years old
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistani federal cabinet has approved a new policy allowing overseas Pakistanis to import used vehicles that are up to three years old. This...
PSX extends its historic surge as the index reaches a new all-time high
KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) continued its remarkable upward trajectory on Thursday, with the benchmark index reaching an unprecedented all-time high. The trading session...
Gold Prices Fall Again in Global & Local Markets
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan extended their decline for a second consecutive day, dropping by Rs600 per tola, offering some relief to buyers. As reported...
PTA introduces MVNO policy, paving the way for advanced mobile services in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has officially rolled out a new policy framework for Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs), a strategic move aimed at...
Gold prices in Pakistan experience another decline: January 7, 2026
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan experienced a decline on Wednesday, following a significant rise in the preceding week. According to All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and...
PSX achieves another milestone as KSE Index crosses 186,000 points
KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) achieved another milestone by crossing psychological barriers of one hundred eighty-six thousand points during trading this morning. The Hundred Index...
Gold price hikes Rs.3200 per tola
KARACHI: The rate of gold increased by Rs.3200 per tola in Pakistan to Rs.467.962 As per rates shared by the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa...
Pakistan seeks $3 billion deposit rollover from UAE
ISLAMABAD : Pakistan has officially appealed to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to extend the repayment period for a $3 billion loan ahead of its...
PSX achieves another milestone, surpasses 184,000 points
KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) achieved another milestone today and surpassed the psychological barrier of one lac eighty-four thousand points in the Hundred Index during...
PM directs roadmap to increase agricultural exports
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has instructed the creation of a comprehensive roadmap aimed at expanding agricultural exports over the next five years. Presiding over...
PSX hits historic high as KSE-100 crosses 183,000 points
KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has maintained its impressive momentum on Monday, setting new records due to a positive market trend. On the first...
Gold prices in Pakistan surges by Rs 9,200 per tola
KARACHI: The price of gold in Pakistan saw one of the biggest surges ever in both global and Pakistani markets on Monday. According to the...
Pakistan to showcase mineral potential at Riyadh Forum
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik has met Saudi Arabia’s ambassador to Pakistan, Nawaf bin Saeed Ahmad Al-Malkiy, to discuss expanding bilateral cooperation,...
Gold prices in Pakistan see their first increase of 2026
KARACHI: Gold prices witnessed a sharp rise on Friday in both international and Pakistani markets after four consecutive sessions of increases. As reported by the...
PSX continues its remarkable upward trajectory, surpasses 179,000-point mark
KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) extended its remarkable upward momentum on Friday, bolstered by increasing investor optimism amidst signs of easing inflation within the...
Finance Minister commends FBR for achieving record tax collection in December 2025
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Finance Muhammad Aurangzeb commended the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) for attaining the highest-ever tax collection in the nation’s history during...