Top Stories
- Pakistan, US launch strategic economic initiative for Roosevelt Hotel redevelopment
- ECC approves Rs19bn for PM’s Ramazan Relief Package 2026
- Foreign investors pull $1.68bn from Pakistan as profit repatriation surges in 7MFY26
- KSE-100 tumbles 6,683 points as US-Iran tensions shake PSX markets
- Pakistan posts $1.07 billion current account deficit in 7MFY26
- Nisab of Zakat 2026 Fixed at Rs503,529 for Bank Deductions
FINANCE
- Foreign investors pull $1.68bn from Pakistan as profit repatriation surges in 7MFY26
- Pakistan’s weekly forex reserves dip $73 million: SBP
- Pakistan reports 41% plunge in foreign direct investment in 7MFY26
- Pakistan posts $1.07 billion current account deficit in 7MFY26
- Finance Minister Aurangzeb announces more SOEs to join privatization list
- SOEs report Rs122 billion net losses in FY25, up 300% YoY
NATIONAL
- Leghari directs all net metering applications before Feb 8 be processed immediately
- SBP notifies bank timings for Ramazan 2026
- Minister directs DISCOs to ensure uninterrupted electricity during Ramazan
- NA committee approves power division budget proposals for 2026-27
- Pakistan expects pleasant weather during holy month of Ramazan: NDMA
- SBP announces bank holiday for Zakat deduction 2026
MONEY & BANKING
- Soneri Bank battles FBR over multi-billion tax disputes
- SBP notifies bank timings for Ramazan 2026
- BankIslami Pakistan reports 50% drop in net profit for CY25
- Rupee strengthens to Rs279.57 against dollar amid robust foreign inflows
- HBL reports strong 4QCY25 earnings, declares Rs6 dividend
- SBP announces bank holiday for Zakat deduction 2026
TAXATION
- Karachi lights up FBR revenue, pays over Rs15 billion via electricity bills
- FBR revises customs values for imported olives under VR 2045/2026
- Soneri Bank battles FBR over multi-billion tax disputes
- Pakistan Petroleum in tax tug-of-war as FBR slaps multi-billion rupee notices
- FBR dividend tax collection soars 21% in first seven months
- FBR rolls out mandatory online integration for retailers, hospitals, schools
TRADE AND INDUSTRY
- Pakistan’s textile exports reach $11 billion in 7MFY26
- Government must reverse fuel price hike to ease Ramazan inflation: BMPP General Secretary
- Sindh reduces infrastructure cess, FPCCI hails move to ease business costs
- Khurram Ijaz urges merit-based boards to reduce SOE losses and protect taxpayers
- Finance Minister Aurangzeb promises tax Relief for property and construction sectors
- Pakistan gold rates plummet by Rs8,600 per tola
STOCKS & COMMODITIES
- KSE-100 tumbles 6,683 points as US-Iran tensions shake PSX markets
- Today’s Gold and Silver Prices in Pakistan: February 19, 2026
- Pakistan gold skyrockets Rs7,900 amid rising Iran-US tensions
- KSE-100 sheds over 3,700 points in intraday amid heavy selling at PSX
- PSX Announces Trade Timings for Ramadan 2026
- KSE-100 index surges over 5,700 points in sharp recovery
AUTOMOTIVE
- MG ZS Hybrid Spotted Testing in Pakistan: Launch Seems Imminent
- MG Pakistan to Launch MG Motor Oil for Modern Engine Vehicles
- Jetour Pakistan Reveals Three New Exciting Colours for SUVs
- Pakistan customs to auction imported vehicles at KGTL Karachi on February 25, 2026
- Expected Features of Locally Assembled Hyundai Palisade SUV in Pakistan: Booking Time Announced
- Haval H6 PHEV vs Chery Tiggo 9 PHEV: Battle of Two Chinese SUVs in Pakistan
IT & TELECOM
- Pakistan spends $1.14 billion on mobile phone imports this year so far
- Nothing Phone 4a Specs Leak Ahead of March Launch
- Google Pixel 10a Launches With Recycled Materials, Android 16 and Faster Charging
- Apple to Begin iPhone Manufacturing in Pakistan: Will It Benefit the Economy and Consumers?
- Samsung Teases Galaxy AI Camera With Advanced Image Editing
- Infinix Note 60 Pro Launches With Vapor Chamber Cooling
CURRENCY RATES
- Today’s 1 Bitcoin Price in US Dollar: February 19, 2026
- Daily foreign currency exchange rates in Pakistan – February 19, 2026
- SBP releases daily KIBOR rates: February 18, 2026
- SBP releases updated interbank foreign exchange rates for February 18, 2026
- Today’s Bitcoin Price in US Dollar: February 18, 2026
- Latest foreign currency exchange rates in Pakistan: February 18, 2026
ENTERTAINMENT
- Amanda Seyfried discovers surprise producer role on The Housemaid set
- Selena Gomez revisits Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour in nostalgic photo dump
- Hailey Bieber opens up about health journey after heart surgery
- Sydney Sweeney, Scooter Braun relationship still strong after one year
- Katie Thurston gives update on stage 4 breast cancer
- Margot Robbie prioritizes audience over critics for Wuthering Heights
SPORTS
- Zimbabwe beat Sri Lanka, top Group B in T20 World Cup 2026
- West Indies stay unbeaten, defeat Italy by 42 runs in T20 World Cup 2026
- India beat Netherlands by 17 runs in T20 World Cup 2026 thriller
- Pakistan qualify for Super 8 after massive 102-run win over Namibia
- No room for error: Pakistan take on Namibia in Colombo
- Zimbabwe qualify for Super 8, Australia exit T20 World Cup 2026
JUST IN
- Karachi lights up FBR revenue, pays over Rs15 billion via electricity bills
- Pakistan spends $1.14 billion on mobile phone imports this year so far
- Pakistan, US launch strategic economic initiative for Roosevelt Hotel redevelopment
- Amanda Seyfried discovers surprise producer role on The Housemaid set
- Selena Gomez revisits Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour in nostalgic photo dump
- Hailey Bieber opens up about health journey after heart surgery