Top Stories
- Weekly inflation heats up in Pakistan as prices soar 6.44% YoY

- SBP permits CIF-based oil imports amid Iran war uncertainty

- Massive cash withdrawals drain Rs790 billion from Pakistan banks in January 2026

- KSE-100 index surges nearly 9,700 points after Trump signals possible war de-escalation

- PM Shehbaz announces austerity measures amid global fuel crisis

- SBP holds policy rate at 10.50% amid rising macroeconomic risks

FINANCE
- Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves rise by $164 million in a week
- Pakistan receives $26.50 billion in workers’ remittances in 8MFY26: SBP
- Pakistan’s total forex reserves increase by $26 million: SBP
- Aurangzeb outlines Pakistan’s economic reform agenda to UK High Commissioner
- Pakistan records 10% surge in total debt in one year: SBP
- SBP issues auction calendar to raise Rs6.53 trillion from March to May 2026
NATIONAL
- Pakistan reduces speed limits on motorways, highways to save fuel
- Weekly inflation heats up in Pakistan as prices soar 6.44% YoY
- Sindh universities shift to online classes amid fuel-saving measures
- Pakistan to review petroleum prices weekly amid Middle East tensions
- SUPARCO predicts Eid-ul-Fitr 2026 likely on March 21 in Pakistan
- Shehbaz Sharif tightens austerity rules, seeks proof of vehicles withdrawn
MONEY & BANKING
- CCP greenlights Maple Leaf Cement’s Faysal Bank investment
- Aurangzeb meets bank leaders to review financial situation amid regional developments
- Government borrowing from commercial banks surges 203% in 8MFY26
- Massive cash withdrawals drain Rs790 billion from Pakistan banks in January 2026
- SBP slaps Rs102 million fine on Allied Bank over compliance violations
- UBL launches 40% tax filing discount, disowns any losses to taxpayers
TAXATION
- PRA launches student-led campaign to promote tax awareness in Punjab
- FBR to continue full operations despite government austerity measures
- How much jail term is prescribed for misleading tax statements in Pakistan?
- PM Shehbaz orders FBR to offer digital tax services in Urdu and regional languages
- Langrial assures businesses of action against corrupt FBR officials
- FBR parks 60% vehicles, orders 50% staff to work from home under austerity
TRADE AND INDUSTRY
- FPCCI urges immediate cut in petroleum prices after arrival of oil vessels
- Lotte Chemical aims big: Plans to acquire majority stake in EPCL
- Khurram Ijaz disappointed over unchanged policy rate, calls for relief to industry
- SAI criticizes SBP for keeping interest rate unchanged, warns of industrial strain
- Economic storm ahead: FPCCI calls energy emergency to shield Pakistan’s exports
- SAI urges govt to slash petroleum taxes amid fuel price shock
STOCKS & COMMODITIES
- Today’s Gold and Silver Prices in Pakistan – March 12, 2026
- Pakistan gold prices drop by Rs2,900 per tola amid global market volatility
- KSE-100 index falls 1,437 points amid volatile global oil prices
- Finance Minister Aurangzeb directs SECP to accelerate capital market reforms
- KSE-100 index stumbles 319 points amid global oil price jitters
- Today’s Gold and Silver Prices in Pakistan – March 11, 2026
AUTOMOTIVE
- Pakistan reduces speed limits on motorways, highways to save fuel
- VLEKTRA Pakistan Cuts Electric Bike Prices for Limited Time as Petrol Costs Surge
- Honda City Aspire Gets Free Burgundy Interior Upgrade in Limited-Time Offer
- Horwin Pakistan Launches Eid Offer with Rs 25,000 Savings on Electric Scooters
- Meezan Bank Introduces 0% Installment Plan for VLEKTRA Motorcycles
- Honda Pakistan Offers Free Hi-Grade Interior Upgrade for Civic Oriel for Limited Time
IT & TELECOM
- Pakistan steps into 5G future as Jazz test shows 1400 Mbps speed
- Google Play Introduces Game Trials and Cross-Platform Purchases
- Mercantile Offers Free EarPods With iPhone 13–16 Purchase
- Strong cybersecurity essential to attract foreign investment: Shaza Fatima
- Samsung Galaxy S26 Series Launches Globally With Record Preorders
- Apple Begins Open Sales of iPhone 17e, M4 iPad Air
CURRENCY RATES
- Today’s Currency Exchange Rates in Pakistan – March 12, 2026
- Bitcoin Price Update: BTC Trades Near $70,348 on March 12, 2026
- SBP releases daily KIBOR rates for March 11, 2026
- SBP Releases Today’s Interbank Foreign Exchange Rates – March 11, 2026
- Latest Foreign Currency Exchange Rates in Pakistan – March 11, 2026
- 1 Bitcoin to US Dollar Rate Today – March 11, 2026
ENTERTAINMENT
- Savannah Guthrie makes public appearance amid ongoing search for missing mother
- Nicole Kidman opens up on life after divorce, looks ahead to 2026 projects
- Kylie Jenner opens up about love and life, celebrates Timothée Chalamet’s Awards
- Billie Eilish Eyes Big-Screen Debut in Sylvia Plath Adaptation
- Rihanna flees Beverly Hills after home shooting; suspect arrested
- Kanye West and Bianca Censori: Rumors of split after turbulent marriage
SPORTS
- Nahid Rana’s five-wicket haul leads Bangladesh to historic ODI win over Pakistan
- Bangladesh vs Pakistan: Three-match ODI series begins March 11 in Dhaka
- Sahibzada Farhan shines in ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 team of the tournament
- George Russell wins Australian Grand Prix as Mercedes dominate 2026 F1 opener
- India clinch ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 title after crushing New Zealand
- Messi and De Paul shine as Inter Miami defeat DC United 2-1
JUST IN
- CCP greenlights Maple Leaf Cement’s Faysal Bank investment
- Pakistan reduces speed limits on motorways, highways to save fuel
- Pakistan steps into 5G future as Jazz test shows 1400 Mbps speed
- PRA launches student-led campaign to promote tax awareness in Punjab
- Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves rise by $164 million in a week
- VLEKTRA Pakistan Cuts Electric Bike Prices for Limited Time as Petrol Costs Surge