TOP STORIES
- PM Shehbaz says water must not be weaponised for political coercion

- FBR introduces stricter customs monitoring, notifies Digital Enforcement Stations

- Pakistan, Russia set to launch pilot container freight train

- PM Shehbaz leaves for three-day Kyrgyzstan visit, SCO Summit

FINANCE
- Pakistan launches process for five- and 10-year Eurobond issuance

- Finance Minister pushes export-led growth as Pak EXIM signs key agreements

- Pakistan deepens digital finance cooperation with Hong Kong

- Pakistan anticipates US response on proposed $10bn stabilisation facility

- Finance Minister reviews major progress in access to finance initiatives

- ECC approves 85:15 wheat supply mix, Rs7.8bn K-IV funding

NATIONAL
- NDMA issues GLOF, flash flood alert for GB, KP and AJK
- Pakistan’s headline inflation surges 11.1% YoY in August 2026
- Leghari vows power relief as gas shortages trigger night-time load management
- IHC seeks answers on social media rules for under-16s
- PM Shehbaz leaves for three-day Kyrgyzstan visit, SCO Summit
- Pakistan fuel prices in August 2026: Petrol rises, HSD falls by Rs21.60
TAXATION
- FBR explains accounting method for computing tax in Tax Year 2027
- Tax treatment of profit on non-performing debts in Tax Year 2027
- FBR classifies ‘bad debts’ deduction for Tax Year 2027
- FBR orders Customs officers to declare dual nationality, foreign travel details
- FBR introduces stricter customs monitoring, notifies Digital Enforcement Stations
- Punjab orders salons, spas to display sales tax guidelines at cash counters
MONEY & BANKING
- Tax treatment of profit on non-performing debts in Tax Year 2027

- Pakistan banks disburse record Rs3.23 trillion in agri loans

- Private sector repays over Rs371bn in bank credit amid high interest rates

- Pakistan’s virtual assets regime gains global attention at Bitcoin Asia

- SBP gold reserves rise 20% to Rs2.334tr in FY26

- Pakistan banks earn Rs341bn profit as rate shift reshapes 1HCY26

TRADE AND INDUSTRY
- K-Electric to invest Rs15bn to improve Karachi industrial power supply

- Private sector repays over Rs371bn in bank credit amid high interest rates

- LCCI launches 2026 business directory with details of 51,708 firms

- FPCCI calls for lower fuel prices to boost exports

- Exporters demand urgent government action as shipping costs surge 200%

- SECP probe into Unity Foods leads to FIA criminal case over alleged irregularities

AUTOMOTIVE
- Toyota Hilux cleared to run on 100% vegetable oil fuel

- Atlas Honda launches 2027 CG125 with new silver colour

- Indus Motor crosses Rs1 trillion in cumulative tax contributions

- Capital Smart Motors to start JMEV EV3 deliveries soon

- Jetour Pakistan to reveal WOW price for T1 gasoline SUV soon

- Rimac founder says petrol supercars will outlast EVs in luxury segment

IT & TELECOM
- Samsung expands One UI 9 beta to more Galaxy phones

- Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max tipped for major upgrades

- Apple CEO transition: John Ternus takes over as Tim Cook steps down

- GTA 6 fans criticise new user interface after extended preview

- Apple iPhone 18 Pro pre-orders may begin on Sep 12

- WhatsApp Scam Alert feature reaches Android beta users

JUST IN
- NCCPL launches minor trading accounts for under-18 investorsNew guardian-linked facility enables minors to participate in Pakistan’s capital market with dedicated KYC and account maturity controls.
- Tom Cruise backs Paramount’s plan to release 30 films a yearThe Hollywood star supports David Ellison’s ambitious expansion plan, saying increased production could create more opportunities for filmmakers and emerging talent.
- Lizzo wins full legal victory as judge dismisses harassment claimsA federal judge has dismissed the remaining claims against Lizzo’s touring company, ending a long-running harassment and discrimination lawsuit.
- FBR explains accounting method for computing tax in Tax Year 2027FBR outlines cash and accrual accounting rules and explains the tax treatment of unpaid liabilities and changes in accounting methods.
- Tax treatment of profit on non-performing debts in Tax Year 2027FBR clarifies deduction rules for profit on non-performing debts and explains how recovered amounts are treated for tax purposes.
- FBR classifies ‘bad debts’ deduction for Tax Year 2027FBR outlines conditions for claiming bad debt deductions and sets out tax treatment for subsequent recoveries and consumer loan provisions.