Advertising agencies see limited engagement during election season

The 2024 election proved to be one of the slowest ever, particularly for advertising agencies which saw limited engagement from political parties.  The...

New govt will face historic food crisis

The results for the General Election 2024 are continuing to filter in. The weeks to come will see independents swear their loyalties...

Fact Check: The viral Imran Khan mask has not been sold a million times on Daraz

A message has been circulating on Whatsapp claiming that this mask, which was originally retailing for Rs 345 on Daraz, is now out of stock

The rising cost of democracy: From modest campaigns to billion-rupee battles

Despite slow campaigning, this election has been the most expensive for candidates in living memory

The SIFC has a new plan to tackle circular debt. Will it work? 

The Council is looking to woo the IMF with a unique new solution they are proposing

The cost of shutting down the internet 

The caretaker government seems to be playing a game of Schrodinger's internet outage. 

Right before their exit, caretakers finalise plan for PIA

Two days before the end of its term, the caretaker federal cabinet has approved the restructuring of Pakistan International Airlines.

Can any major political party address inflation? Elevated price levels raise concerns

The latest CPI data shows a deceleration in the inflation rate, yet price levels remain significantly high

CCoE to meet to address Oil Refining Policy implementation issues

The CCoE aims to alleviate the industry’s concerns this time  

ECC to consider exporting famous Sahiwal bulls to Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka wants quality breed for its artificial insemination program; looks for exception in Pakistan’s livestock export ban

Regional body raises red flags over DG PNAC’s dual role

Accreditation Council’s impartiality allegedly at stake, as DG is found holding executive office in another department of the ministry

Cabinet Committee on Energy extends negotiations with hydel and gas based IPPs for tariff reduction

A separate case is being prepared for hydel and gas IPPs who have not signed the MoU 

SBP maintains policy rate at 22%, citing high inflation

SBP governor says real interest rate remains “significantly” positive on a 12-month forward-looking basis, hinting at a potential rate cut in the coming months

Can a premature rate cut threaten the rupee’s stability?

The rupee remains vulnerable to external and domestic risks

Impact on cement sector as coal prices reach pre-pandemic lows

How will the sector react in a period when coal prices are expected to decrease