HeadlinesTransparency seeks cancellation of SNGPL tender, alleges ‘mis-procurement’ and rule violations
Watchdog urges PPRA to declare mis-procurement, cites exclusion of local bidders and rule breaches
Apr 20, 2026
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HeadlinesATIR grants tax relief to IT exporter, remands Rs51.2 million case
Tribunal rules export remittances may qualify for exemption, sends case back to tax officer
Apr 20, 2026
HeadlinesBanks’ reluctance to finance new entrants slows wheat procurement in Punjab
Only 10 out of 35 registered aggregators participate in procurement with a capacity of up to 1.8 million tons against a 3 million ton target; farmers raise concerns over delays and pricing issues, term Rs3,500 per 40kg rate unworkable
Apr 20, 2026
World Business NewsUAE asks US about a wartime financial lifeline if conflict drags on: report
UAE Central Bank governor seeks a currency-swap line with US Treasury and Federal Reserve officials
Apr 20, 2026
HeadlinesGovt working to stabilise fuel prices amid global tensions, says petroleum minister
Ali Pervaiz Malik says Pakistan’s economic position remains relatively stable compared to several regional economies that have faced significant stress in recent years
Apr 20, 2026
HeadlinesPakistan in advanced talks with Qatar for four LNG cargoes amid power shortfall
At least three LNG cargoes bound for Pakistan are currently stranded in the Persian Gulf as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz continues to disrupt supply
Apr 20, 2026
HeadlinesSECP disburses Rs1.19 billion in salaries, benefits with retrospective effect over 16 months
Rs579 million paid as arrears, Rs612 million allocated to pension, gratuity funds under board approval
Apr 20, 2026
HeadlinesRussia offers cyber security cooperation to protect Pakistan’s energy infrastructure
Proposal includes joint program, working group, Cyberus partnership to strengthen sector resilience
Apr 20, 2026
HeadlinesSBP flags faster-than-expected macroeconomic recovery as inflation, reserves and growth strengthen
Governor cites $16.4bn reserves, 5.7pc inflation, 3.8pc GDP growth and IMF progress, while warning of new Middle East-linked external risks.
Apr 19, 2026
HeadlinesRs120m floating jetty project launched at Korangi to improve fish landing efficiency
Eco-friendly structure to support export-quality catch handling, reduce tidal constraints, and cut turnaround time for small-scale fishermen, completion targeted for June.
Apr 19, 2026
HeadlinesFood trade gap widens as imports rise 15pc to $7.09bn, exports sink 34pc in 9MFY26
Sugar and palm oil imports surge on supply stabilisation efforts, while rice, vegetables and other key exports post sharp broad-based declines.
Apr 19, 2026
HeadlinesPakistan advances IMF deal, capital market return and new financing strategy at Washington meetings
Aurangzeb outlines $1.4bn Eurobond repayment, Saudi support, AIIB pipeline and Panda bond plans as staff-level IMF agreement awaits board approval.
Apr 19, 2026