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No more net metering as govt shifts to net billing
February 10, 2026
No more net metering as govt shifts to net billing
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has effectively ended its net metering regime, as the country’s power regulator introduced sweeping new rules shifting rooftop…
PDWP approves seven development project worth over Rs. 7.5 billion
February 10, 2026
PDWP approves seven development project worth over Rs. 7.5 billion
The 63rd meeting of the Provincial Development Working Party (PDWP), chaired by Chairman P&D Board Dr. Naeem Rauf, approved seven development…
Punjab launches Ramazan Savings Festival from Feb 13
February 10, 2026
Punjab launches Ramazan Savings Festival from Feb 13
The Punjab government has announced a three-day Ramazan Savings Festival to be held at Jilani Park, Lahore, from February 13…
Indonesian investment minister in Islamabad for ‘comprehensive’ talks
February 10, 2026
Indonesian investment minister in Islamabad for ‘comprehensive’ talks
ISLAMABAD: Minister of Investment and Downstream Industry, and CEO of Indonesian Sovereign Wealth Fund (Danantara) Rosan Roeslani arrived here for…
SMEDA mulls on-ground support for flagship cluster showcase participants
February 10, 2026
SMEDA mulls on-ground support for flagship cluster showcase participants
LAHORE: The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA) is working to ensure sustained engagement with Micro, Small and Medium…
No ministry willing to own Crypto Regulation Bill as dispute emerges in Senate Committee
February 10, 2026
No ministry willing to own Crypto Regulation Bill as dispute emerges in Senate Committee
A major controversy has surfaced over the proposed legislation aimed at bringing cryptocurrency and virtual assets into Pakistan’s legal framework,…
Workers’ remittances increase by 15.4pc to $3.5b in January 2026
February 10, 2026
Workers’ remittances increase by 15.4pc to $3.5b in January 2026
KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has reported that workers’ remittances for January 2026 reached $3.5 billion, marking a…
Sindh Microfinance Bank granted nationwide microfinance banking license
February 10, 2026
Sindh Microfinance Bank granted nationwide microfinance banking license
KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has issued a nationwide microfinance banking license to Sindh Microfinance Bank Limited, enabling…
PSX slips into red after early gains amid sluggish trading activity
February 10, 2026
PSX slips into red after early gains amid sluggish trading activity
KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) dropped into negative territory after initial gains as market is facing slow trading activity on…
Oil drifts lower as traders weigh supply risks amid US–Iran tensions
February 10, 2026
Oil drifts lower as traders weigh supply risks amid US–Iran tensions
Oil prices eased slightly on Tuesday as traders gauged the potential for supply disruptions after U.S. guidance for vessels transiting…