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Govt introduces simplified electricity bill format
June 17, 2026
Govt introduces simplified electricity bill format
ISLAMABAD: Power distribution companies across Pakistan have introduced a redesigned electricity bill format aimed at improving clarity, transparency, and consumer…
Federal budget reflects commitment to fiscal discipline: Fitch
June 17, 2026
Federal budget reflects commitment to fiscal discipline: Fitch
ISLAMABAD: Global ratings agency Fitch said on Tuesday that Pakistan’s budget for FY27 reflects a clear commitment from Islamabad to…
Pakistan posts $459 million current account surplus in May 2026
June 17, 2026
Pakistan posts $459 million current account surplus in May 2026
KARACHI: Pakistan’s current account has turned surplus after recording a significant improvement in May 2026, according to data released by…
9,000 wealthy Pakistanis submit zero tax return: FBR chairman
June 17, 2026
9,000 wealthy Pakistanis submit zero tax return: FBR chairman
Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) Chairman Rashid Mehmood Langrial on Wednesday said that 9,000 Pakistani citizens held bank deposits worth…
Electricity rates likely to rise by Rs0.82 per unit
June 17, 2026
Electricity rates likely to rise by Rs0.82 per unit
Electricity consumers across Pakistan may face another increase in power tariffs as a request has been submitted to the National…
Pakistan may see petrol price relief as global oil prices fall after Hormuz opening
June 17, 2026
Pakistan may see petrol price relief as global oil prices fall after Hormuz opening
Global crude oil prices on Wednesday declined sharply after the United States reportedly lifted the blockade on Iranian ports, allowing…
Govt eyes more global bond issues, sees budget upside from Iran deal
June 16, 2026
Govt eyes more global bond issues, sees budget upside from Iran deal
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan could improve economic projections for 2027 after the end of the US war on Iran, but it is…
Pakistan economy out of crisis, heading toward recovery: Khawaja Asif
June 16, 2026
Pakistan economy out of crisis, heading toward recovery: Khawaja Asif
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif told the National Assembly that Pakistan’s economy has moved out of a critical phase and is…
Brent oil price drops under $80 on US-Iran deal
June 16, 2026
Brent oil price drops under $80 on US-Iran deal
Oil prices fell to a three-month low Tuesday on optimism over the expected reopening of the Strait of Hormuz after…
UK pledges additional £8m to Pakistan against illegal migration
June 16, 2026
UK pledges additional £8m to Pakistan against illegal migration
The United Kingdom has committed an additional £8 million to support joint efforts with Pakistan to combat crime and illegal…