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PSX Slips Below 185,000 as KSE-100 Suffers Steep 3,700-Point Decline
Pakistan’s stock market faced heavy selling pressure on Friday as the Pakistan Stock Exchange witnessed one of its sharpest single-day declines in recent sessions, pushing the benchmark index below a key psychological level. The KSE-100 Index closed at 184,129 points after plunging 3,702 points, marking a decline of nearly 2 percent. The downturn reflected widespread […]
Pakistan and Kazakhstan Set $1 Billion Trade Target to Strengthen Economic Ties
Pakistan and Kazakhstan have agreed on an ambitious goal to raise their bilateral trade volume to $1 billion, signaling a renewed push to deepen economic cooperation between the two countries. The commitment was highlighted during a high-profile state visit by Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to Islamabad, aimed at expanding trade, investment, and strategic collaboration. President […]
Banks to Remain Closed on February 5 for Kashmir Day
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has announced that it, along with all commercial banks, will remain closed on Thursday, February 5, 2026, in observance of Kashmir Day. In an official circular issued on Tuesday, the SBP stated, “The State Bank of Pakistan will remain closed on Thursday, February 5, 2026, being a public holiday […]
US Expands H-2B Visa Program to Ease Seasonal Labor Shortages
The United States has announced a major expansion of its H-2B visa program, aiming to address persistent labor shortages across key seasonal industries. Under the Trump administration’s latest decision, an additional 65,000 H-2B seasonal guest worker visas will be made available through September 30, significantly increasing access to foreign labor for U.S. employers. This temporary […]
PIA Privatisation Agreement Signed in Islamabad, Marking Major Reform Milestone
An important step in Pakistan’s economic reform agenda was completed on Thursday as the privatisation agreement of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) was formally signed during a ceremony held in Islamabad. The development marks a significant milestone in the government’s efforts to restructure state-owned enterprises and improve their long-term sustainability. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif attended the […]
Govt Makes Energy-Efficient Products Mandatory to Cut Power Costs in Public Sector
The federal government has taken a significant step toward reducing electricity consumption and controlling rising power costs by making energy-efficient products mandatory for all public sector procurement. Under the new policy, federal government departments and institutions will now be required to purchase only energy-efficient, star-rated products for official use. The directive has been formally notified […]
Pakistani Man Wins AED 50,000 Lottery in UAE
A Pakistani expatriate living in Dubai has struck good fortune after winning AED 50,000 in the popular UAE Big Ticket lottery, ending nearly a decade of persistence and hope. The win has brought joy not only to the winner but also to his group members, with whom he shared the prize. Dubai-based expat Irshad Gull, […]
Balochistan Launches Subsidized Electric Scooter Scheme in Partnership With National Bank
Balochistan has become the latest province to introduce a subsidized electric scooter scheme, marking another step toward promoting affordable and environmentally friendly transportation. The initiative is a joint effort between the Government of Balochistan and the National Bank of Pakistan, aimed at making electric mobility accessible to students, working women, and the general public through […]
Punjab to Expand ‘Adopt-a-Park’ Scheme to Cities Across the Province
The Punjab government has decided to expand its “Adopt-a-Park” scheme to multiple cities across the province, following the program’s initial implementation in Lahore. The initiative is aimed at improving the condition of public parks while encouraging private sector and community participation in urban green space management. The decision was announced by Punjab Horticulture Authority (PHA) […]
Strict Guidelines Issued to Enforce Kite Flying Ban Across Rawalpindi
Authorities in Rawalpindi have stepped up efforts to strictly enforce the long-standing ban on kite flying, issuing detailed operational guidelines to curb the illegal activity ahead of seasonal spikes. A senior police official has approved a comprehensive 37-point directive aimed at ensuring zero tolerance against violators across the district. According to the instructions, police officers […]