HeadlinesUS sanctions 19 Pakistani firms over strategic programme links, govt denies allegations
Details of sanctions and overseas Pakistani prisoners shared in National Assembly

HeadlinesDetails of sanctions and overseas Pakistani prisoners shared in National Assembly
HeadlinesBond number 902481 won the top prize of Rs3 million in Rs1,500 draw, while bond number 268813 claimed first prize of Rs700,000 in Rs100 draw
HeadlinesExport proceeds averaged $15.9 million per day in April; Steady gains driven by global client expansion and regulatory support boost sector’s outlook toward $10 billion export target by 2029
HeadlinesFinance minister says new issuance reflects investor confidence, funds green energy projects
EconomyCurrent account shrinks by 96% YoY compared to $315 million in April 2024 mainly due to a rise in the import bill
HeadlinesFour companies, including Cherat Cement Company, Shirazi Investments, and Nishat Hotels and Properties, have so far expressed their intention to acquire a majority stake in RMPL
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HeadlinesGovernment prioritizing easy access to essential infant nutrition, says Food Security Minister Rana Tanveer Hussain
HeadlinesPetroleum minister outlines key fiscal terms, development phases, and community benefits from the major mining project
HeadlinesDhaka to introduce e-visa for Pakistan, explores new trade routes to boost bilateral economic relations
HeadlinesPetrol price unchanged at Rs252.63 per litre; high-speed diesel reduced to Rs254.64; Rs34 billion loss to oil sector to be recouped through Inland Freight Equalisation Margin
EconomySBP reserves reach $10.4 billion; Pakistan’s total foreign reserves increase by $131 million ahead of IMF inflow