Thunderstorms and isolated hailstorms expected in Islamabad during next 24 hours
The Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecast rain, windstorms, and isolated hailstorms in Islamabad and surrounding areas during the next 24 hours.
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PM committee recommends growth-oriented tax measures in Budget 2026-27
Committee stresses balanced fiscal policies to broaden tax base and support investment growth
A committee constituted by Shehbaz Sharif has recommended growth-oriented tax measures for the upcoming federal budget 2026-27, as the government seeks to strengthen revenue collection while supporting economic expansion.
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US-Iran war creates significant hurdles for Pakistan economy: PM Shehbaz
Prime minister says regional conflict has impacted Pakistan’s economy despite temporary ceasefire
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Thursday that the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict has created significant hurdles for Pakistan’s economy, warning that regional instability continues to affect economic activity despite a temporary ceasefire.
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Aurangzeb heads to China for landmark Panda Bond launch
Pakistan to access China’s local capital market for the first time through a planned $1 billion Panda Bond programme.
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Pakistan-US economic cooperation strengthens as Aurangzeb meets Paul Kapur
Aurangzeb and Paul Kapur discuss Pakistan-US economic cooperation
Islamabad: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb held a high-level meeting on Thursday with Mr. S. Paul Kapur, Assistant Secretary, Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs, United States, at the Finance Division. U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Ms. Natalie A. Baker also accompanied the delegation.
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Pakistan achieves 4% GDP growth in 9MFY26, NAC estimates show
Strong industrial rebound and services expansion support overall economic performance
ISLAMABAD – Pakistan recorded 4% GDP growth during the first nine months of fiscal year 2025-26 (9MFY26), according to estimates released by the National Accounts Committee (NAC) on Wednesday.
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Salman Akram Raja claims Imran Khan lost vision in one eye
PTI leader alleges former prime minister facing health risks and restrictions in prison
ISLAMABAD – Salman Akram Raja on Wednesday claimed that jailed Imran Khan had lost vision in one eye due to alleged torture in prison and was facing serious health risks while in custody.
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PM Shehbaz directs banks to make loan access easier for SMEs
Prime minister emphasizes support for women entrepreneurs and export-focused businesses
ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday directed commercial banks to take concrete measures to improve access to easy loans for women entrepreneurs and small and medium enterprises (SMEs), while also helping them expand exports.
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SBP issues new instructions on distribution of assets of deceased persons
Central bank simplifies inheritance remittance process for foreign legal heirs
KARACHI – State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has issued revised instructions regarding the distribution and remittance of assets belonging to deceased persons to legal heirs residing abroad.
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NDMA issues severe weather alert across Pakistan till May 17
Heavy rain, thunderstorms, flash floods and landslides expected in multiple regions
ISLAMABAD – National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a nationwide severe weather alert for May 12 to 17, warning of heavy rain, thunderstorms, hailstorms, flash floods and landslides in several parts of Pakistan.
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