TOP STORIES
- Pakistan, Iran reaffirm commitment to boost bilateral trade to $10 billion
- One year on, FBR yet to enforce Section 114C restrictions
- Gwadar Port strengthens strategic role outside Strait of Hormuz: Economic Survey
- Small shopkeeper tax scheme raises concerns over hidden tax amnesty
FINANCE
- ECC approves key funding measures for PTVC and M-12 motorway
- Pakistan inflation rises 9.2% in July 2026: PBS
- ECC forms high-level committee to plan wheat import strategy
- Pakistan’s services sector expands share in GDP to 58.42% in FY2025-26
- ECC approves new export finance incentives to boost Pakistan’s export growth
- S&P upgrades Pakistan’s sovereign rating to ‘B’ with stable outlook
NATIONAL
- Traffic alert: NHA urges travelers to avoid flood-hit highway route
- FTO directs faster complaint resolution across Sindh offices
- Sindh government to launch electric taxi service in September
- PEMRA issues 81 new media licences during July–March FY2025-26
- Pakistan’s unemployment rate rises to 7.1% despite growth in employment
- Pakistan’s diet quality deteriorates as households cut consumption of protein-rich foods
TAXATION
- FBR chairman assures business community of faster tax reforms and refunds
- FBR issues three STGOs to ease compliance for iron, steel sector
- FBR imposes 10% withholding tax on marriage functions for TY 2027
- Islamabad Customs seizes 24 smuggled luxury vehicles in July 2026
- One year on, FBR yet to enforce Section 114C restrictions
- FBR warns taxpayers against incorrect Tax Year 2026 returns
MONEY & BANKING
- HBL posts Rs34.54 billion profit in first half of 2026
- SBP caps card payment charges at fuel stations till January 2027
- Across-the-board profit rates decline seen in National Savings Schemes in FY26
- PTCL board approves to acquire majority stake in microfinance company
- SBP foreign exchange reserves fall by $229 million on debt repayments
- SBP clarifies domestic Visa card transactions will not be charged in US dollars
TRADE AND INDUSTRY
- NAB recovers Rs2.45 trillion, 1.07 million acres in Q2
- Pakistan, Iran reaffirm commitment to boost bilateral trade to $10 billion
- PNSC revenue jumps 29% in July–March FY2025-26 despite profit decline
- PIA records higher revenue despite smaller fleet and fewer passengers in 2025
- Khurram Ijaz urges faster manufacturing growth to absorb rising unemployment
- MG Pakistan signs deal to export 5,800 vehicles to Bangladesh
AUTOMOTIVE
- KIA Pakistan ends Picanto bookings as hatchback exits local lineup
- Pakistan electric vehicle boom fueled by rising Chinese imports
- Islamabad Customs seizes 24 smuggled luxury vehicles in July 2026
- Lepas to launch new small hatchback with EV and PHEV options by 2027
- Honda Super-One EV price revealed ahead of Australia launch
- Changes in KIA Sportage facelift compared to old Sportage L model
IT & TELECOM
- Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold teaser confirms August 12 launch
- Google Pixel Tag tipped to launch with UWB, AI-powered setup
- Apple iPhone 18e tipped to get 9GB RAM amid global memory shortage
- Samsung Galaxy S27 Pro tipped to feature 12MP 3x telephoto camera
- Android 17 QPR1 Beta 8 released with major audio, NFC fixes
- Apple iPad Air May Get Biggest Redesign With OLED Display in 2027
JUST IN
- KIA Pakistan ends Picanto bookings as hatchback exits local lineupRemoval of the Picanto from the official lineup signals the end of the hatchback’s journey in Pakistan after nearly six years.
- PCB warns cricketers over participation in unsanctioned overseas leagueBoard announces strict disciplinary measures for individuals who played in an ICC-disapproved cricket tournament without obtaining mandatory approvals.
- Root, Fleming set to lead England into new test era with Stokes’ backingFormer captain Ben Stokes expresses confidence in Joe Root and Stephen Fleming as England prepare for a crucial Test series against Pakistan.
- Abdullah Shafique’s unbeaten 160 brings Pakistan in command against West IndiesReturning opener anchors Pakistan’s innings with a marathon century as tourists gain a 43-run first-innings lead in the second Test.
- FBR chairman assures business community of faster tax reforms and refundsFPCCI and Pakistan Business Council discuss taxpayer concerns, transparency, and business-friendly reforms with FBR under Prime Minister’s directives.
- Traffic alert: NHA urges travelers to avoid flood-hit highway routeFlash floods and an overturned freight truck disrupt major mountain road links as authorities advise motorists to use alternative routes.