Top Stories
- PM Shehbaz, Iran’s President Pezeshkian discuss regional situation in call
- Pakistan tax return compliance hits record high, FBR data shows
- Pakistan repays $2 billion UAE deposit amid external financing pressures
- Governor SBP tells investors Pakistan macro outlook improving despite risks
- Oil prices tumble around 10-12% after Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz
- Aurangzeb says Pakistan’s economy showing stabilisation, investor confidence rising
FINANCE
- Aurangzeb seeks faster Panda bond approval in talks with China central bank
- Pakistan receives $2bn Saudi inflow ahead of UAE repayment
- Pakistan forex reserves fall $1.37 billion after Eurobond repayment
- FDI jumps 163% in March but overall inflows remain weak: SBP
- Pakistan posts $1.07 billion current account surplus in March 2026
- Aurangzeb discusses debt management, capital market development with World Bank VP
NATIONAL
- Pakistan cuts diesel prices soon after Hormuz reopening
- Weekly inflation falls 0.69% but remains elevated at 12.16% YoY
- Significant Mistakes Found in 2025 Physics A-Level, AS-Level Papers: Cambridge OCR Fined
- NA committee orders urgent review of mobile phone taxes
- Pakistan faces acute electricity shortfall amid Gulf tensions, minister says
- OxfordAQA to roll out earlier results, more exam sessions globally
MONEY & BANKING
- Rupee seen stable next week on Saudi inflows, surplus support
- Huawei Technologies, PVARA discuss cybersecurity for digital assets
- Rupee edges higher against dollar on Saudi inflows
- BankIslami to issue Rs5 billion Sukuk to strengthen capital base
- Crypto firms can now access banks in Pakistan under new law
- UBL says GCC exposure contained despite Middle East tensions
TAXATION
- Pakistan tax audit recoveries jump 110% in FY25, FBR says
- FBR suspends top customs officials in high-profile silver swap scandal
- Foreign investors urge tax cuts, reforms in Pakistan budget 2026-27
- Pakistan tax return compliance hits record high, FBR data shows
- FBR power to arrest traders reduced, Kayani confirms reform drive
- FBR reports 163% surge in tax collection from petroleum products
TRADE AND INDUSTRY
- Foreign investors urge tax cuts, reforms in Pakistan budget 2026-27
- Pakistan imports from UAE fall, exports rise in March amid Gulf tensions
- Khurram Ijaz expresses concerns over rising electricity shortfall
- Minister Kayani to hold key tax talks with Karachi business leaders
- Pakistan textile exports fall 7% in March amid Hormuz disruption
- CCP clears UAE firm’s acquisition in Pakistan aviation services sector
STOCKS & COMMODITIES
- Gold, silver prices climb in Pakistan in weekly surge
- PSX weekly review: KSE-100 rises over 6,700 points on geopolitical optimism
- Daily gold and silver prices in Pakistan: April 18, 2026
- Gold prices jump Rs4,500 in Pakistan as Middle East tensions ease
- KSE-100 jumps over 4,400 points as rally extends
- Gold, silver prices decline in Pakistan on April 17
AUTOMOTIVE
- Pakistan CKD car imports surge 116% in 9MFY26 on demand recovery
- Honda Pakistan Offers Free Interior Upgrade for Honda Civic Oriel
- KIA Pakistan Hints New Black Edition Variant for KIA Sportage
- Chery Master Pakistan Sets a New Industry Benchmark with Tiggo 8 & Tiggo 9 PHEV CKD Line-Off in 5 Days
- MG Pakistan Teases Hybrid+ and Super Hybrid Variants of New MG HS
- Why PHEVs Are Outpacing EVs in Pakistan’s Auto Revolution: Chery Master
IT & TELECOM
- iOS 27 Leak Reveals New Siri Design And AI Features
- Jazz Launches iPhone 17 Exchange Offer With Free Gifts
- iPhone 18 Pro Series Colors Leak Reveals Four New Shades
- Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold 2 May Launch Thinner With New Hinge
- Huawei Technologies, PVARA discuss cybersecurity for digital assets
- Pakistan spends $1.44bn on mobile phones amid 5G rollout
CURRENCY RATES
- Pakistan currency exchange rates issued for April 19
- Bitcoin posts weekly gain, remains under yearly pressure
- Pakistan currency exchange rates issued for April 18
- Bitcoin jumps over 3% as Hormuz reopening boosts sentiment
- Today’s currency exchange rates in Pakistan — April 17, 2026
- Bitcoin holds volatile weekly gains but remains lower year-on-year
ENTERTAINMENT
- Meghan Markle shares glimpse of homecoming after Australia visit
- Charlize Theron rebukes Timothée Chalamet over ballet remarks
- Dua Lipa speaks out on online bullying, impact on mental health
- Charlize Theron recounts father’s killing, urges openness on trauma
- Ariana Grande teases ‘unexpected’ new album era in cryptic studio clip
- Charles Dance joins The Batman Part II, boosting star cast
SPORTS
- Multan Sultans beat Karachi Kings by 11 runs in PSL 11 thriller
- Pakistan name 16-man squad for Bangladesh Tests, include new faces
- Fakhar Zaman powers Qalandars to knockout victory
- New Zealand beat Bangladesh by 26 runs to take ODI series lead
- Bangladesh set for busy home season with Pakistan, Australia tours
- Quetta Gladiators cruise to six-wicket win over Lahore Qalandars
JUST IN
- Pakistan tax audit recoveries jump 110% in FY25, FBR says
- Meghan Markle shares glimpse of homecoming after Australia visit
- Charlize Theron rebukes Timothée Chalamet over ballet remarks
- Dua Lipa speaks out on online bullying, impact on mental health
- FBR suspends top customs officials in high-profile silver swap scandal
- PM Shehbaz, Iran’s President Pezeshkian discuss regional situation in call