HeadlinesPakistan to privatise 82% stake in First Women Bank, UAE firm to take majority ownership
Deal, to be closed by October 22, 2025, is designed to inject fresh capital into FWBL, enhance its operational efficiency, and strengthen investor confidence
Oct 9, 2025
HeadlinesKey suspect in Rs40 billion Kohistan financial scam nabbed: report
Accused, a former dumper driver, charged with embezzling over Rs3 billion, laundering Rs16 billion through a fake company and multiple bank accounts
Oct 9, 2025
HeadlinesCDA approves landmark water metering project to modernize Islamabad’s supply system
Randhawa-led meeting prioritizes advanced metering, solar-powered tube wells, and upgraded sewerage networks to curb wastage and ensure fair billing.
Oct 8, 2025
HeadlinesCDA, Saudi energy giant ARAMCO explore joint ventures for Islamabad development
Chairman Muhammad Ali Randhawa discusses strategic projects with ARAMCO delegation, including petrol pumps and a modern slaughterhouse to boost exports.
Oct 8, 2025
HeadlinesDar, Saudi business delegation explore deeper investment ties in Islamabad
Deputy PM/Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar meets Saudi-Pakistan Joint Business Council chief; both sides pledge stronger economic cooperation.
Oct 8, 2025
HeadlinesPAMA warns against outdated EV batteries, calls for safer tech in Pakistan’s electrification drive
Auto industry body urges government to block deceptive graphene-coated lead-acid batteries and channel subsidies toward proven lithium-ion technology.
Oct 8, 2025
HeadlinesChinese firm requests PM to reinstate 700 MW Azad Pattan power project in energy expansion plan
Exclusion from IGCEP will jeopardise bank financing under CPEC, undermines investor confidence, and disrupts the near-final financial closing, warns CEO of China Energy Engineering Corporation
Oct 8, 2025
HeadlinesPakistan to host maritime investment conference in 2025
Event aims to showcase investment opportunities across ports and maritime sectors
Oct 8, 2025
HeadlinesPakistan’s power sector losses projected at Rs535 billion, IMF pushes for Rs200 billion limit: report
Losses from inefficiencies and under-recovery of electricity bills expected 35% higher than last year; budgetary payments and subsidies to bridge gap
Oct 8, 2025
HeadlinesProvinces given 24 hours to report on pending IMF targets and justify any delay
Sindh and Punjab lag on Rs740bn and Rs370bn cash surplus targets; GDP growth may be revised to 3.5% and inflation could exceed 8% due to floods
Oct 8, 2025
HeadlinesPakistan to secure $3.5bn financing for Reko Diq mining project: report
Agreement with six international lenders finalised as Barrick Gold-led venture targets production by 2028
Oct 8, 2025
HeadlinesPakistan, IMF agree to scrap two car import schemes, tighten Transfer of Residence rules
Commercial import of five-year-old cars allowed under stricter conditions as review talks advance; industry leader also urges govt to safeguard local assemblers
Oct 8, 2025