Top Stories
- Pakistan raises high-octane petrol levy to Rs300/liter to target wealthy amid fuel crisis
- Govt to shield low-income segments from fuel price shock: Aurangzeb
- US lifts Iran oil sanctions to tackle global energy crisis
- Petrol prices stay unchanged as PM Shehbaz turns down Rs400 scenario
- PM Shehbaz reviews fuel plan as Middle East crisis deepens
- SBP reports record 3.4 billion transactions in Pakistan
FINANCE
- Pakistan’s weekly forex reserves rise by $106 million: SBP
- FDI in Pakistan plunges 33% in 8MFY26, but February brings surprise recovery
- Pakistan achieves $427M current account surplus in February 2026
- Pakistan inflation outlook if global oil stays above $100 per barrel
- Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves rise by $164 million in a week
- Pakistan receives $26.50 billion in workers’ remittances in 8MFY26: SBP
NATIONAL
- Govt supports solar but warns of grid challenges: Leghari
- Petrol prices stay unchanged as PM Shehbaz turns down Rs400 scenario
- SSGC announces gas supply schedule for Eid-ul-Fitr 2026 in Pakistan
- Deadly thunderstorm in Karachi leaves 17 dead, many injured
- SBP raises affordable housing loan limit to Rs10 million
- Eid-ul-Fitr 2026: Pakistan Declares March 20–21 Public Holidays
MONEY & BANKING
- SBP reports record 3.4 billion transactions in Pakistan
- SBP reveals latest lending, deposit rates for February 2026
- Pakistan cracks down on money laundering and hawala networks
- SBP raises affordable housing loan limit to Rs10 million
- SBP reports rupee appreciation amid rising oil prices and geopolitical risks
- SBP announces two-day bank holidays for Eid-ul-Fitr 2026
TAXATION
- ICMAP pushes luxury taxes and farmer incentives for Budget 2026–27
- FBR extends sugar import tax relief under new SRO 527
- FBR tightens cargo rules: Shipping lines and GHAs now liable
- FBR rolls out major relief for exporters under EFS
- FBR grants DP World 16.9 acres at Port Qasim amid Iran war
- FBR Moves Constitutional Court Over PHC Order on Tobacco Firms
TRADE AND INDUSTRY
- FPCCI warns of export crisis over new cargo charges
- Global tensions hit Pakistan trade: FPCCI warns of major losses
- Pakistan’s rice exports slump 40% in 8MFY26 — Iran conflict may deepen losses
- LCCI urges immediate abolition of export cargo charges imposed by Gerry’s Dnata
- PCDMA warns fuel price hike threatens Pakistan’s economy
- Pakistan’s textile exports plunge nearly 25% in February 2026
STOCKS & COMMODITIES
- Pakistan Gold and Silver Prices Record Biggest Weekly Drop
- Stock Market Slides: KSE-100 Down 0.73% WoW
- Gold and Silver Prices in Pakistan Today – March 20, 2026
- Gold prices crash Rs32,400 in Pakistan in just two days
- Investors turn cautious as KSE-100 slides before Eid break
- Today’s Gold and Silver Prices in Pakistan – March 19, 2026 Update
AUTOMOTIVE
- First Electric Toyota Hilux in Pakistan – Can it Regain Its Long-Standing Popularity
- Jaecoo J8 PHEV Launch in Pakistan: Expected Features That Can Elevate Driving Experience
- Chery Master Pakistan Gears Up to Deliver Tiggo 8 PHEV in April 2026
- Revoo Pakistan Announces Discounted Prices and Buy Now Pay Later Offer on Electric Bikes
- Rising Fuel Prices Push Pakistani SUV Buyers Toward PHEVs and REEVs: Chery Master
- Jaecoo J8 PHEV Spotted in Pakistan, Hinting at Possible Local Launch
IT & TELECOM
- Amazon Offers Samsung Galaxy S26 Series With Free Gift Cards
- Sony PlayStation Developing AI Frame Generation With AMD Technology
- Ufone, Jazz and Zong authorized to launch 5G services across Pakistan
- JazzWorld offers 2GB free data amid Middle East crisis
- Samsung Plans TriFold 2 After Discontinuing Galaxy Z TriFold
- PTA Urges Balance Save Service to Protect Prepaid Balance
CURRENCY RATES
- Bitcoin Slides Again: What’s Behind the Drop?
- Today’s Currency Rates in Pakistan – March 19, 2026 Update
- Bitcoin Price Today: BTC Drops to $71,279 After Sharp Weekly Swings
- Pakistan Forex Update: USD, EUR, GBP Rates for March 17, 2026
- Bitcoin Breaks $74K: See Today’s BTC/USD Surge
- Foreign Currency Exchange Rates in Pakistan – March 16, 2026
ENTERTAINMENT
- Gwyneth Paltrow Owns ‘Nepo Baby’ Label at Awards
- Anne Hathaway Reacts to Shakespeare Wife Theory
- Meghan Markle shares brand launch and gala moments on Instagram
- BTS makes epic comeback with new album ‘Arirang’
- Zendaya sparks secret wedding rumors — real name finally revealed
- Taylor Swift Makes Big Comeback at iHeartRadio Awards 2026 with 9 Nods
SPORTS
- No Crowd Allowed in PSL 11: Mohsin Naqvi Announces Plan
- South Africa level T20I series against New Zealand, Christchurch decider looms
- Cristiano Ronaldo shares heartfelt Eid Mubarak message
- New Zealand outclass South Africa to lead T20I series 2-1
- New Zealand beat South Africa by 68 runs to level T20I series
- Real Madrid brings back Mbappe and Bellingham against Manchester City
JUST IN
- Pakistan raises high-octane petrol levy to Rs300/liter to target wealthy amid fuel crisis
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- Govt to shield low-income segments from fuel price shock: Aurangzeb
- Amazon Offers Samsung Galaxy S26 Series With Free Gift Cards
- Sony PlayStation Developing AI Frame Generation With AMD Technology
- No Crowd Allowed in PSL 11: Mohsin Naqvi Announces Plan