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NEPRA to hear govt request for fixed charges on power consumers
February 9, 2026
NEPRA to hear govt request for fixed charges on power consumers
The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) will hold a crucial public hearing on Tuesday (tomorrow) on the federal government’s…
Pakistan committed to meet GSP Plus obligations, says Ishaq Dar
February 9, 2026
Pakistan committed to meet GSP Plus obligations, says Ishaq Dar
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar has said that Pakistan had successfully completed four biennial GSP Plus…
World Bank reaffirms support for Pakistan’s $20bn, 10-year development programme
February 9, 2026
World Bank reaffirms support for Pakistan’s $20bn, 10-year development programme
ISLAMABAD: The World Bank has reaffirmed its support for Pakistan’s 10-year, $20 billion development program, highlighting the importance of effective…
Govt cannot bear 70% power discount, says Awais Leghari
February 9, 2026
Govt cannot bear 70% power discount, says Awais Leghari
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Energy Awais Leghari has stated that the government does not have the capacity to provide a…
Aurangzeb highlights Pakistan’s improving debt outlook
February 9, 2026
Aurangzeb highlights Pakistan’s improving debt outlook
Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb has highlighted Pakistan’s initial but meaningful progress in restoring stability through…
Balochistan to raise special force to protect Reko Diq
February 9, 2026
Balochistan to raise special force to protect Reko Diq
Pakistan is strengthening security in Balochistan to safeguard its mineral-rich region and borders with Iran and Afghanistan. The provincial government…
PSX drops by 1,195 points after early gains
February 9, 2026
PSX drops by 1,195 points after early gains
KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a significant dip on opening day of the business week amid cautious trading…
Gold prices increase by Rs5,300 per tola in Pakistan
February 9, 2026
Gold prices increase by Rs5,300 per tola in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Gold extended gains in Pakistan on Monday in line with upward trend in international market. The price of gold…
Oil drops as US, Iran pledge to continue talks
February 9, 2026
Oil drops as US, Iran pledge to continue talks
SINGAPORE: Oil prices fell on Monday after the U.S. and Iran pledged to continue talks over the Middle Eastern producer’s…
Pakistan emerging as new centre for global investment: report
February 7, 2026
Pakistan emerging as new centre for global investment: report
Pakistan is emerging as a new centre for global investment due to prudent economic policies and ensuing stability. In an…