Every Rs. 100 Hike in Fertilizer Prices Adds Rs. 20 Billion Burden on Pakistan’s Farmers
Pakistan’s agriculture sector continues to face mounting financial challenges as fertilizer costs remain one of the largest expenses for farmers…
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Pakistan Railways Expands Privatization Plan, Puts 15 Passenger Trains Up for Auction
Pakistan Railways has taken another step toward expanding private sector participation in the country’s rail network by increasing the number…
New Sindh Dam Still Under 50% Complete Despite Rs. 36 Billion Cost Overrun
The Federal Constitutional Court was informed on Monday that the Gaj Dam project in Sindh remains less than 50 percent…
Pakistan Govt Likely to Delay Budget 2026-27 Presentation Again
Pakistan’s federal government is expected to postpone the presentation of the fiscal year 2026-27 budget, with the new likely date…
Government Increases Petrol Levy by Nearly Rs. 25 Per Litre Despite Fresh Fuel Price Reduction
The federal government has significantly increased the petroleum levy on petrol by Rs. 24.74 per litre, even as consumers received…
SECP Eases IPO Rules to Enable More Established Businesses to List on PSX
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has introduced significant reforms aimed at making it easier for established businesses…
Pakistan’s Rs. 283 Billion National AI Program Receives Just Rs. 1 Billion in Proposed FY2026-27 Budget
Pakistan’s ambitions to build a comprehensive artificial intelligence ecosystem have taken a significant step forward with the inclusion of a…
Petrol Dealers Struggle as Delayed Payments and Smuggled Fuel Intensify Industry Challenges
Pakistan’s petroleum retail sector is facing growing uncertainty as oil marketing companies and fuel dealers grapple with delayed payments, rising…
Punjab Approves New Tax Framework for Large Generators and Solar Power Systems
The Punjab government has reportedly approved a new taxation framework targeting large-scale private power generation systems, including high-capacity generators and…
Pakistan’s Donkey Population Surpasses 6.2 Million as Livestock Sector Records Strong Growth
Pakistan’s livestock sector continues to show steady expansion, with new official figures revealing notable growth across major animal categories, including…
Pakistan Slashes Jet Fuel Prices, Offering Major Relief to Airlines
The Government of Pakistan has announced a significant reduction in jet fuel prices, providing much-needed relief to airlines and aviation…
Punjab Enforces Labor Code 2026 to Expand Worker Protections and Modernize Employment Laws
The Government of Punjab has officially implemented the Punjab Labor Code 2026, marking a significant step toward strengthening labor rights…
Pakistan and China Reaffirm Strategic Partnership During PM Shehbaz Sharif’s China Visit
Shehbaz Sharif has concluded his four-day official visit to China, with both countries reaffirming their commitment to strengthening strategic cooperation…
Govt Likely to Increase Fuel Tax to Rs. 180 Per Litre in Upcoming Budget
The federal government is likely to increase taxes on petroleum products in the upcoming fiscal year as part of efforts…
Pakistan Would Need Nearly 14,000 Years to Clear Circular Debt at Rs. 10 Lac Per Day
Pakistan’s growing circular debt crisis in the power and gas sectors has once again raised serious concerns about the country’s…
Govt Hikes Prices of Kerosene, Light Diesel, and Jet Fuel in Pakistan
The government has quietly increased the prices of kerosene oil, light diesel oil, and jet fuel across Pakistan following the…
Main Accused in Rs. 1.4 Billion Palm Vista Housing Scam Arrested in UAE
In a major breakthrough for Pakistani authorities, the prime suspect in the Rs. 1.4 billion Palm Vista Housing scam has…
Pakistan’s Leading Glass Manufacturer Expands with New 10-Acre Production Facility in Sheikhupura
Tariq Glass Industries Limited has announced another major step in its industrial expansion strategy by securing land for a new…
Hascol Approves Major Debt Restructuring Plan to Support Business Revival
Hascol Petroleum Limited has approved a major debt restructuring plan aimed at supporting the company’s financial recovery and long-term business…