HeadlinesPakistan’s cotton arrivals show stability, slight decline in Punjab, growth in Sindh
National cotton arrivals up by 18% year-on-year to 5.434 million bales; market recovery underway, but domestic production still insufficient to meet demand
Jan 7, 2026
HeadlinesNepra holds Discos chiefs accountable for safety lapses in the electricity sector
Power regulator releases 2024-25 HSE review, highlighting weak safety systems and poor performers
Jan 7, 2026
HeadlinesPunjab govt approves six biogas plants, clean energy initiatives for Lahore and Faisalabad
New biogas plants and waste-to-energy projects aim to provide affordable energy and support agriculture in Punjab.
Jan 7, 2026
HeadlinesBank Alfalah secures regulatory approvals for sale of its Afghanistan operations to Ghazanfar Bank
State Bank of Pakistan and Central Bank of Afghanistan approve due diligence for the proposed transaction
Jan 7, 2026
HeadlinesForeign exchange rates in Pakistan for today, January 07, 2026
Jan 7, 2026
HeadlinesSECP notifies amendments to share issuance rules for listed companies with varying rights
New rules aim to protect minority shareholders, ensure transparency, and promote fair governance practices
Jan 7, 2026
HeadlinesNational Price Monitoring Committee reviews inflation trends, food security measures ahead of Ramadan
Federal Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal directs measures to stabilize prices, ensure food security, and address structural factors in key sectors
Jan 7, 2026
HeadlinesPakistan launches construction of 1,100-TEU container vessel for PNSC
Project aims to reduce dependence on foreign shipping lines, boost maritime sector, and support Pakistan’s import-export trade
Jan 7, 2026
HeadlinesSilver price in Pakistan for today, January 07, 2026
Jan 7, 2026
HeadlinesGold price in Pakistan for today, January 07, 2026
Jan 7, 2026
HeadlinesPakistan advances National Lithium-Ion Battery Manufacturing Policy
High-level meeting reviews progress, aims to reduce import dependence; approves lithium, iron, and phosphate (LFP) battery technology for initial localisation, focusing on testing, certification, and recycling for long-term sustainability
Jan 7, 2026
HeadlinesStartup funding in Pakistan rises to $36.6 million in 2025
Investment levels still lower than 2021 and 2022 peaks, fintech and healthtech lead the way
Jan 6, 2026