Karachi, March 14, 2026 – Pakistan’s benchmark KSE-100 Index experienced a turbulent trading week ending March 13, 2026, falling by 3,630 points amid heightened geopolitical tensions and fluctuating global commodity prices.
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Bitcoin vs US Dollar: March 14, 2026 – BTC Shows Weekly and Monthly Gains
The world’s leading cryptocurrency, Bitcoin (BTC), has shown a positive short-term trend against the United States Dollar (USD) as of March 14, 2026, despite remaining significantly lower than its value a year ago.
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Petroleum dealers demand higher margins amid fuel price surge in Pakistan
Karachi – The Pakistan Petroleum Dealers Association (PPDA) has demanded an increase in their profit margins to 8% per litre of petroleum products following last week’s sharp Rs55 per litre hike in petrol and diesel prices. The association has given the government a March 26, 2026 deadline to address their request.
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Pakistan defeat Bangladesh by 128 runs in Dhaka, force decider in ODI series
Dhaka, March 13, 2026 – Pakistan national cricket team kept their hopes alive in the three-match ODI series after defeating Bangladesh national cricket team by 128 runs in the second One-Day International at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium on Friday.
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Volkswagen, XPeng launch jointly developed electric vehicle in China
German automaker Volkswagen Group and Chinese electric vehicle maker XPeng have jointly launched their first co-developed electric vehicle in China, marking a major step in strengthening their partnership in the world’s largest EV market.
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Review of Solar Powered Alektra Car in Pakistan: Lowest Price, Impressive Range
Pakistan’s electric vehicle market is evolving quickly, and the newly introduced solar variant from Alektra Pakistan is drawing attention for its affordability and innovative design.
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Price of Another Low Cost Electric Car Revealed in Pakistan Amid Petrol Price Hike
Pakistan’s electric vehicle market continues to expand as consumers search for affordable alternatives to traditional fuel-powered transport.
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KSE-100 index falls 555 points as rising oil prices weigh on investor sentiment
Karachi, March 13, 2026 – The benchmark index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange witnessed another volatile trading session on Friday, with the KSE-100 Index declining by more than 550 points amid cautious investor sentiment linked to surging global oil prices and geopolitical tensions.
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Bitcoin gains ground against US dollar today as weekly momentum builds
Bitcoin strengthened against the United States Dollar on Friday, continuing its upward momentum after several days of volatility in the cryptocurrency market. The world’s largest digital asset traded at $71,339.42 per BTC, reflecting a notable daily gain.
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CCP greenlights Maple Leaf Cement’s Faysal Bank investment
Islamabad, March 12, 2026 – The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has approved the acquisition of shares in Faysal Bank Limited by Maple Leaf Cement Factory Limited (MLCF) after conducting a review under the Competition Act, 2010.
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