Top Stories
- FBR to seek tougher penalties for digital invoicing violations in Finance Bill 2026
- FBR to introduce new audit selection parameters to raise tax revenue
- Pakistan cuts petrol, diesel prices by Rs5 per litre
- SBP governor estimates $2 billion decline in Pakistan’s FY26 exports
- IMF sets new structural benchmarks for Pakistan, budget 2026-27 priority
- Pakistan issues first Panda Bond in China’s capital market
FINANCE
- Pakistan issues first Panda Bond in China’s capital market
- Weekly foreign exchange reserves up by $42 million: SBP
- Aurangzeb heads to China for landmark Panda Bond launch
- Pakistan-US economic cooperation strengthens as Aurangzeb meets Paul Kapur
- Pakistan budget deficit shrinks sharply to 0.7% in 9MFY26 amid macroeconomic stabilization
- SBP projects GDP growth up to 4.75% for FY26 despite Middle East war risks
NATIONAL
- Pakistan to observe Eid-ul-Adha 2026 on May 27, moon sighted
- Pakistan inflation expected to hit 23-month high in May 2026
- Punjab relaxes shop timings ahead of Eid-ul-Azha
- Pakistan cuts petrol, diesel prices by Rs5 per litre
- SBP launches nationwide “Go Cashless” campaign for Eid-ul-Azha 2026
- Weekly inflation increases by 0.47% in Pakistan: PBS
MONEY & BANKING
- SBP launches nationwide “Go Cashless” campaign for Eid-ul-Azha 2026
- Investment in premium prize bonds surges over 24%: SBP
- PM Shehbaz directs banks to make loan access easier for SMEs
- SBP issues new instructions on distribution of assets of deceased persons
- BMP says 66% complaints filed against large banks in 2025
- Banking Mohtasib provides Rs1.87 billion relief to customers in 2025
TAXATION
- FBR to seek tougher penalties for digital invoicing violations in Finance Bill 2026
- FBR to introduce new audit selection parameters to raise tax revenue
- FBR authorizes vendors for production monitoring in beverage sub-sectors
- No under-invoicing detected in imported vehicles, solar panels: minister
- FBR targets bottled water production through electronic monitoring
- Jewelers propose special regime for income tax payment and record keeping
TRADE AND INDUSTRY
- FIA pledges continued crackdown on money laundering in jewellery sector
- FPCCI recommends FTR revival for exporters in Budget 2026-27
- SBP governor estimates $2 billion decline in Pakistan’s FY26 exports
- Pakistan faces mango export challenges amid Afghanistan border closure, Gulf tensions
- LCCI proposes simpler final tax regime for exporters in Budget 2026-27
- Khurram Ijaz flays third consecutive fuel shock, warns of rising inflation
STOCKS & COMMODITIES
- KSE-100 index drops 5,520 points in weekly trading
- KSE-100 index sinks by over 900 points amid sell-off
- Daily Gold and Silver Prices in Pakistan: May 15, 2026
- Pakistan gold prices plunge by Rs15,500 today: May 15, 2026
- KSE-100 Index declines 952 points in volatile trading
- Pakistan Gold Prices Inch Up Today: May 14, 2026
AUTOMOTIVE
- PakEVO unveils hybrid conversion kit for 70cc motorcycles
- Suzuki Fronx Hybrid vs Hyundai Elantra 1.6 SE: Which New Launch Offers Better Value in Pakistan?
- MG Pakistan to Launch New MG 4 Urban EV on May 18: Price and Booking Details Revealed
- Honda Pakistan Issues Recall for Multiple Models – Offers Free Airbag Replacement
- Toyota Pakistan Cuts Yaris ATIV Prices by Rs 400,000 in Limited-Time Offer
- Electric vehicle sales drop 43% in April 2026 despite Pakistan fuel crisis
IT & TELECOM
- Microsoft Brings Back Taskbar Customization in Windows 11
- YouTube Expands AI Likeness Detection Tool for Creators
- Google Testing 5GB Free Storage Limit for New Gmail Accounts
- Google Gemini Intelligence Requires Premium Android Phones
- Apple Offers Free AirPods Pro 3 With Apple Card Signup
- OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Finance, Needs Bank Account Connection
CURRENCY RATES
- Bitcoin Rate Against US Dollar Today: May 15, 2026
- Cost of 1 Bitcoin in Dollar Today: May 14, 2026
- Bitcoin rate to US dollar today – May 13, 2026
- Bitcoin rates in US dollar today – May 12, 2026
- Bitcoin falls below $81,000 amid Iran-US talks uncertainty
- Bitcoin Falls Near $80,000 Amid Rising Gulf Tensions
ENTERTAINMENT
- ‘Michael’ returns to top of North American box office
- Drake’s ‘ICEMAN’ breaks Spotify rap streaming records
- Keanu Reeves joins stop-motion samurai film ‘Hidari’
- Taylor Swift breaks Spotify record with ‘The Fate of Ophelia’
- Sonic the Hedgehog 4 wraps filming ahead of 2027 release
- Ariana Grande reunites with Law Roach ahead of ‘Petal’ album launch
SPORTS
- Prince William attends FA Cup final at Wembley Stadium
- Prince William to present trophy at 2026 FA Cup Final
- ICC penalizes Pakistan for slow over-rate in Mirpur Test against Bangladesh
- Lionel Messi scores brace as Inter Miami beat Cincinnati 5-3 in MLS thriller
- FIFA announces joint anti-doping initiative for 2026 World Cup
- England name three uncapped players in squad for first New Zealand Test at Lord’s
JUST IN
- NDMA warns of widespread rains across Pakistan from May 18
- ‘Michael’ returns to top of North American box office
- Drake’s ‘ICEMAN’ breaks Spotify rap streaming records
- Keanu Reeves joins stop-motion samurai film ‘Hidari’
- PakEVO unveils hybrid conversion kit for 70cc motorcycles
- Pakistan to observe Eid-ul-Adha 2026 on May 27, moon sighted