Cryptocurrency market remains under pressure amid sustained selling and volatility
June 6, 2026 — Bitcoin extended its losses on Saturday, slipping below the critical $61,000 level as persistent selling pressure continued to weigh on sentiment in the broader cryptocurrency market.
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KSE-100 Index declines 2% in a week amid geopolitical uncertainty and rising inflation
KARACHI, June 6, 2026 — The Pakistan stock market recorded a sharp weekly decline of nearly 3,500 points as escalating geopolitical concerns in the Middle East and rising domestic inflation dampened investor sentiment.
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Star-studded festivities in Palermo draw celebrity guests as newlyweds continue celebrations after London wedding
Pop superstar Dua Lipa and actor Callum Turner have commenced an extravagant three-day wedding celebration in Sicily, welcoming approximately 200 guests to one of the island’s most historic palaces for the opening event.
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Finance ministry seeks industry input on e-commerce growth, regulation and digital transformation before FY2026-27 budget
The government on Friday held consultations with leading e-commerce stakeholders, including representatives of Daraz and Alibaba Group, as part of efforts to strengthen Pakistan’s digital economy and support the growth of the country’s rapidly expanding online commerce sector ahead of the Federal Budget for FY2026-27.
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Delegation reviews feasibility, infrastructure requirements and operational integration for automated baggage handling project
Japan International Cooperation Agency officials visited Multan International Airport to assess plans for installing a modern Baggage Handling System (BHS), a project intended to improve operational efficiency and enhance passenger services.
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The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has dismissed a customs appraising officer from service after disciplinary proceedings found him guilty of inefficiency and misconduct in an LED TV import case that could have caused a significant loss to the national exchequer.
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Phoebe Bridgers has officially announced her first concert tour in three years, exciting fans after a series of surprise performances across the United States. The upcoming trek, titled The Lost Tour, marks her return to large-scale touring since concluding The Reunion Tour in early 2023.
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Taylor Swift has ignited fresh awards speculation after releasing her first country song in five years for the upcoming animated film Toy Story 5. The track, titled “I Knew It, I Knew You,” marks a notable return to her country roots and has quickly captured global fan attention.
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As anticipation continues to grow for Grand Theft Auto VI, attention is shifting from trailers and delays to more practical concerns—especially how much storage space the game will require. The title is currently expected to launch on 19 November 2026, following multiple delays that have only intensified global hype around Rockstar Games’ next blockbuster.
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The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) significantly expanded its “Go Cashless” campaign during Eid-ul-Azha 2026, accelerating the shift toward digital payments in traditionally cash-heavy cattle markets.
The initiative was rolled out across 123 cattle markets nationwide, compared to 54 markets in 2025, reflecting a major push to promote financial inclusion and reduce reliance on physical currency during high-volume seasonal trade.
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