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Rs. 46 billion in IPP revenues remains undisclosed, Senators warn
June 4, 2026
Rs. 46 billion in IPP revenues remains undisclosed, Senators warn
The Senate Standing Committee on Economic Affairs exposed serious concerns regarding payments, settlements, and debt obligations to Independent Power Producers…
India sees Venezuelan oil ‘opportunity’ as Rodriguez meets Modi
June 4, 2026
India sees Venezuelan oil ‘opportunity’ as Rodriguez meets Modi
India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted Venezuela’s interim President Delcy Rodriguez on Thursday for talks to bolster trade between the…
Barrick Gold says Reko Diq project remains on track
June 4, 2026
Barrick Gold says Reko Diq project remains on track
While quashing rumors of backing out of a multibillion-dollar gold and copper project in Balochistan, Canadian firm Barrick Gold has…
Deadlock ended: Govt, PPP agree to present federal budget on June 10
June 4, 2026
Deadlock ended: Govt, PPP agree to present federal budget on June 10
A deadlock over the federal budget has been resolved after successful negotiations between the government and its coalition partner, the…
Pakistan seeks Saudi investment in ports, shipping and logistics sectors
June 4, 2026
Pakistan seeks Saudi investment in ports, shipping and logistics sectors
KARACHI: Pakistan pitched investment opportunities in its ports, shipping and logistics sectors to Saudi business leaders, as it seeks to…
World Bank, several countries show interest in Punjab’s ‘Apni Chhat Apna Ghar’ programme
June 4, 2026
World Bank, several countries show interest in Punjab’s ‘Apni Chhat Apna Ghar’ programme
LAHORE: Government departments and institutions from Canada, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye, along with a World Bank mission, have expressed interest…
Govt clears strategic route connecting China to Pakistani ports
June 4, 2026
Govt clears strategic route connecting China to Pakistani ports
Pakistan has approved a major motorway project connecting Mansehra, Kaghan and Chilas in a move aimed at improving transport links,…
Hot weather hurts Asian crops as powerful El Nino takes shape
June 4, 2026
Hot weather hurts Asian crops as powerful El Nino takes shape
Dry weather is disrupting crop planting across Asia, raising concerns about food supplies in the world’s most populous region, and…
Pakistan’s trade deficit hits record $34.75 billion in 11 months
June 4, 2026
Pakistan’s trade deficit hits record $34.75 billion in 11 months
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s trade deficit reached a record high of $34.75 billion during the first 11 months of the current fiscal…
Oil falls on hopes of broader peace after Lebanon, Israel halt fighting
June 4, 2026
Oil falls on hopes of broader peace after Lebanon, Israel halt fighting
Oil prices fell on Thursday as a ceasefire deal between Israel and Lebanon boosted hopes for a broader agreement to…