KARACHI, April 24, 2026 – Murree Brewery Company Limited reported a rise in net profit for the first nine months of fiscal year 2025-26, driven by steady demand and improved margins, according to financial results released on Friday.
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Bangladesh defeat New Zealand 2-1 in ODI series after 55-run win in Chattogram
Chattogram, April 23, 2026 – Bangladesh produced a commanding all-round performance to defeat New Zealand by 55 runs in the third and final One-Day International (ODI), securing a historic 2-1 series victory on Thursday in Chattogram. This marks Bangladesh’s first ODI series win against New Zealand in their last five bilateral series encounters.
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Karachi Kings beat Lahore Qalandars in PSL 11 encounter
LAHORE, April 23, 2026 – A commanding performance from David Warner and a late onslaught by Khushdil Shah propelled Karachi Kings to a five-wicket victory over Lahore Qalandars in a high-scoring Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 11 clash at Gaddafi Stadium on Thursday.
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FBR announces mega vehicle auction in Peshawar with dozens of confiscated cars up for bidding
ISLAMABAD, April 23, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced a large-scale auction of confiscated vehicles under the Collectorate of Customs (Enforcement), Peshawar, offering a wide range of cars, SUVs, pickups and commercial vehicles to bidders.
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PSX shows resilience despite global turmoil from US-Iran conflict: SECP
KARACHI, April 23, 2026 – Pakistan’s equity market demonstrated notable resilience during the third quarter of FY2025-26 despite global financial turbulence triggered by the US-Iran conflict, according to a quarterly review released by the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP).
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Pakistan forex reserves rise to $20.63 billion: SBP
KARACHI, April 23, 2026 – State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) reported a modest increase in the country’s total foreign exchange (forex) reserves, which climbed to $20.63 billion during the week ended April 17, reflecting continued external sector stability despite global uncertainties.
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SBP launches crop loan insurance scheme plus (CLIS+) to strengthen farmer protection
KARACHI, April 23, 2026 – The State Bank of Pakistan has launched the Crop Loan Insurance Scheme Plus (CLIS+), an upgraded version of its earlier crop insurance framework, aimed at enhancing financial protection for farmers and strengthening agricultural resilience in Pakistan.
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KSE-100 index falls 1.4% as Strait of Hormuz fears trigger market sell-off
KARACHI, April 23, 2026 – The benchmark KSE-100 Index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange declined sharply on Thursday, falling 1.4% as escalating geopolitical tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz weighed heavily on investor sentiment.
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NCCPL sets April 30 deadline for March capital gains tax payment
KARACHI, April 23, 2026 – National Clearing Company of Pakistan Limited (NCCPL) has announced April 30, 2026 as the deadline for stock brokers and asset management companies to deposit capital gains tax (CGT) for transactions carried out during March.
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Meezan Bank profit slightly declines in Q1 2026 as costs rise
KARACHI, April 23, 2026 – Meezan Bank Limited, Pakistan’s largest Islamic bank, reported a marginal decline in profit for the first quarter of calendar year 2026, as higher operating expenses weighed on earnings despite growth in total income.
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