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Govt set to replace net metering system with net billing policy
January 21, 2026
Govt set to replace net metering system with net billing policy
LAHORE: Marking a major policy shift with wide-ranging implications, the federal government has initiated the process to abolish the net…
FCC reserves verdict regarding ban on imports from India, Israel
January 21, 2026
FCC reserves verdict regarding ban on imports from India, Israel
The Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) on Wednesday reserved its verdict in a case concerning the federal government’s ban on imports…
Relief for salaried class and industry planned in next budget
January 21, 2026
Relief for salaried class and industry planned in next budget
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed that no mini budget will be introduced this fiscal as the government works…
Gold prices soar to record high, cross Rs500,000 for first time
January 21, 2026
Gold prices soar to record high, cross Rs500,000 for first time
KARACHI: Gold prices surged to historic levels once again in both global and local markets, with the price of gold…
Pakistan to seek flexibility on IMF loans ahead of next budget
January 20, 2026
Pakistan to seek flexibility on IMF loans ahead of next budget
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is preparing to ask the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for a “lenient attitude” and to seek renegotiation of…
Pakistan, Islamic Development Bank sign $603 million financing agreements in Islamabad
January 20, 2026
Pakistan, Islamic Development Bank sign $603 million financing agreements in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) on Tuesday signed three financing agreements worth $603 million to support major…
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia boost economic ties at Davos
January 20, 2026
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia boost economic ties at Davos
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have reaffirmed their commitment to further deepen and expand bilateral economic cooperation, with a focus on…
Pakistan looks to revive agriculture with China’s support
January 20, 2026
Pakistan looks to revive agriculture with China’s support
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that Pakistan plans to strengthen its agriculture sector with the help of China. He explained…
Pakistan’s IT exports cross $437 million, set new record in December 2025
January 20, 2026
Pakistan’s IT exports cross $437 million, set new record in December 2025
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s information technology (IT) sector delivered a remarkable performance in December 2025, setting a new export record and underscoring…
Gold prices hit record high in global and local markets
January 20, 2026
Gold prices hit record high in global and local markets
KARACHI: Gold prices surged to record highs in both international and domestic markets on Tuesday, driven by strong global gains.…