Pakistan’s maritime sector has witnessed an extraordinary surge in cargo handling during March 2026, as escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East—particularly disruptions linked to the Strait of Hormuz—have forced global shipping lines to reroute vessels through alternative corridors.
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Karachi Kings edge Quetta Gladiators in PSL 11 thriller by 14 runs
Lahore – In a gripping encounter of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 11, the Karachi Kings defeated the Quetta Gladiators by 14 runs at the Gaddafi Stadium, thanks to a brilliant all-round display led by Moeen Ali and a fiery bowling spell from Hasan Ali.
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JAC Pakistan Absorbs NEV Tax Temporarily, Announces Updated T9 Price List
JAC Motor Pakistan is offering a limited-time relief for buyers by absorbing the New Energy Vehicle (NEV) tax, making its popular pickup lineup more affordable.
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CSM Launches Lowest-Priced Electric Car in Lineup: JMEV EV3 in Pakistan
Pakistan’s electric vehicle (EV) market just got more exciting as Capital Smart Motors officially launches the JMEV EV3 hatchback, positioning it as the most affordable electric car in its lineup.
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KSE-100 index plunges 1,200 points as Middle East tensions rise
Karachi, March 27, 2026 – The benchmark KSE-100 index at the Pakistan Stock Exchange witnessed a sharp decline on Friday, dropping over 1,200 points as investors adopted a cautious stance ahead of the weekend amid escalating Middle East tensions.
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Pakistani rupee strengthens amid Iran conflict, gains 30 paisa
Karachi, March 27, 2026 – The Pakistani rupee has gained 30 paisa against the US dollar since the outbreak of the Iran war on February 28, 2026, demonstrating resilience despite rising global uncertainties.
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Lahore Qalandars dominate Hyderabad Kingsmen in PSL 11 opener
Lahore, March 27, 2026 – Lahore Qalandars began their Pakistan Super League season 11 (PSL 11) campaign in commanding fashion, defeating Hyderabad Kingsmen by 69 runs in the opening match held at Lahore on Thursday.
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OGDCL announces major gas discovery in Khairpur, Sindh
ISLAMABAD, March 26, 2026 – Oil and Gas Development Company Limited has announced a significant natural gas discovery at its Sahito-1 exploratory well, located within the Khewari Exploration License in Khairpur district, Sindh.
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Sharia crypto safer than Bitcoin? ICMAP says yes
Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Pakistan (ICMAP) has highlighted the growing potential of Sharia-compliant cryptocurrencies, stating that digital assets such as X8X Token and OneGram are emerging as more reliable and stable investment options compared to traditional safe-haven assets.
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SBP reports $32 million rise in Pakistan’s forex reserves
State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has reported a modest increase of $32 million in the country’s foreign exchange reserves for the week ended March 19, 2026, signaling continued efforts to stabilize Pakistan’s external sector.
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