Islamabad, February 2, 2026 – Pakistan’s headline inflation increased by 5.8% in January 2026, according to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). The rise reflects ongoing price pressures in both urban and rural areas across the country.
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PM Shehbaz welcomes World Bank President Banga, praises support for Pakistan’s growth
Islamabad, February 2, 2026 – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif today met Ajay Banga, President of the World Bank Group (WBG), in Islamabad. This marked Mr. Banga’s first official visit to Pakistan as World Bank President.
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PM Shehbaz announces major relief package for industries and exports, cuts electricity tariff
Islamabad, January 30, 2026 – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Friday unveiled a comprehensive relief package aimed at boosting Pakistan’s industrial and export sectors. The measures include a significant reduction in electricity tariffs by Rs 4.04 per unit for industries, lowering of wheeling charges to under Rs 9, and a substantial cut in the export refinance scheme rate from 7.5% to 4.5%. Additionally, top exporters will be granted “blue passports” for two years to facilitate export-led growth.
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Pakistan clerics and religious authorities agree on unified Azan, prayer timings
Islamabad, January 30, 2026 – In a significant move to promote religious unity, Pakistan’s Ministry of Religious Affairs, alongside prominent clerics, scholars from all schools of thought, and representatives from the business community, agreed on issuing a unified calendar for Azan and prayer timings.
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Pakistan Gears Up for 5G Spectrum Auction on March 10, 2026
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is set to take a major step toward next-generation connectivity as the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has officially announced that the Spectrum Auction for Next Generation Mobile Services (NGMS), including 5G, will be held on March 10, 2026.
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Pakistan-Bangladesh Direct Flights Resume After 14 Years
Karachi, January 29, 2026 – Direct flight operations between Pakistan and Bangladesh officially resumed today, as Biman Bangladesh Airlines launched its inaugural service from Dhaka to Karachi after a 14-year hiatus.
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Pakistan set to take crucial decision on playing T20 World Cup 2026 after Bangladesh exit
Lahore, January 24, 2026 – Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has said that the final decision on Pakistan’s participation in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 will be taken by the Government of Pakistan, stressing that the PCB is bound by government directives more than those of the International Cricket Council (ICC).
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IMF chief praises Pakistan’s reforms, sees early economic results
International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva praised Pakistan on Friday for “seriously” embracing reforms under its IMF programme, noting that the efforts were already showing positive results.
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Nestlé pledges $60 million additional investment in Pakistan
Islamabad, January 22, 2026 – Global food and beverage giant Nestlé on Thursday announced a further $60 million investment in Pakistan, reaffirming its long-term commitment to the country.
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NA approves bill to strengthen income tax dispute resolution
Islamabad, January 22, 2026 – The National Assembly on Thursday approved the Income Tax Ordinance (Third Amendment) Bill, 2025, a key piece of legislation aimed at improving the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) system for resolving income tax disputes in Pakistan.
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