AutomobileHyundai halts Palisade sales in US, Canada after power-seat anti-pinch failure kills 2-year-old in Ohio
Seat reportedly failed to stop because it did not properly detect contact with passengers; Automaker recalls about 68,500 SUVs; safety concerns emerge as model recently launched in Pakistan
Mar 14, 2026
HeadlinesUS launches probe into forced labour imports in 60 economies, including Pakistan
USTR investigation may lead to tariffs if countries fail to enforce bans on forced labour goods
Mar 14, 2026
HeadlinesLHC stays recovery of electricity duty from oil and gas companies
Court grants interim relief to POL, ARL in challenge to Punjab Finance (Amendment) Act 2025
Mar 14, 2026
HeadlinesMiddle East conflict halts Gulf investment in Pakistan’s T-bills
Inflows recorded $9 million; outflows reached $78 million in early March as UAE, Bahrain stop fresh purchases
Mar 14, 2026
HeadlinesPakistan’s fruit, vegetable exports disrupted as Gulf shipping halts, war surcharges rise
Exporters face Middle East route shutdown as carriers introduce “war surcharges” of $2,000 per container
Mar 14, 2026
HeadlinesPakistan seeks $500 million ADB loan for public sector pension reforms
Proposed programme aims to shift towards sustainable pension system and defined contribution model
Mar 14, 2026
HeadlinesPakistan seeks IMF approval for Rs1.5 trillion plan to retire gas sector circular debt
Government proposes plan to clear gas sector debt in three years by using dividends from state-owned energy companies, LNG savings and levies on petroleum products
Mar 14, 2026
HeadlinesCabinet committee approves draft amendments to customs law to support EV policy
Changes aim to align duty concessions for electric vehicles with Automotive Industry Development and Export Policy 2021–26
Mar 14, 2026
HeadlinesGovt panel to prepare operational plan for LNG consumption in power sector amid shifting electricity demand patterns
Panel to examine surplus LNG cargoes, dispatch constraints and coordination between gas and power systems
Mar 14, 2026
HeadlinesUS Embassy cancels visa appointments in Pakistan through March 20
Immigrant and nonimmigrant visa services paused as Karachi, Lahore consulates suspend operations
Mar 14, 2026
HeadlinesPSX seeks public comments on draft offer for sale document of JS Rental REIT IPO
Proposed listing aims to raise capital through 53.6 million units at Rs10.70 each; feedback invited until March 24
Mar 13, 2026
HeadlinesPakistan, KfW sign €18 million grant to boost renewable energy in northern areas
Funding to support hydropower and green electricity projects, improve livelihoods, and foster socio-economic development.
Mar 13, 2026