Islamabad, February 10, 2026 – Sindh province maintained its position as the largest collector of Sales Tax on Services among Pakistan’s provinces during the first half (July to December) of fiscal year 2025-26, according to data released by the Federal Finance Ministry.
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Pakistan drops boycott, sets sights on India clash in T20 World Cup 2026
Islamabad, February 9, 2026 – The federal government of Pakistan on Monday directed the Pakistan national cricket team to play its scheduled ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 match against India on February 15 in Colombo.
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Pakistan-Saudi Arabia ties remain strong despite global tensions: Aurangzeb
Islamabad, February 9, 2026 – Pakistan’s relationship with Saudi Arabia continues to remain resilient despite global geopolitical tensions, said Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb on Monday.
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SBP sees stronger growth ahead as FY26 GDP outlook improves
Karachi, February 9, 2026 — The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Monday projected the country’s real gross domestic product (GDP) growth in the range of 3.4 to 4.75 percent for fiscal year 2025-26 (FY26), while estimating further improvement in FY27, supported by macroeconomic stabilization, easing financial conditions, and continued fiscal consolidation.
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Pakistan to invest $1 billion in AI by 2030, empowering youth nationwide
ISLAMABAD, February 9, 2026 — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced on Monday that the government will invest $1 billion in Pakistan’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) sector by 2030, aiming to build a future-ready digital economy and empower the country’s youth.
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Premium prize bonds shine in Pakistan as investments jump 26%
Karachi, February 8, 2026 – Investment in premium prize bonds recorded a strong growth of 26% by the end of December 2025, reflecting rising public confidence in documented and secure savings instruments, according to the latest data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP).
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Aurangzeb, World Bank MD take stock of Pakistan’s development roadmap
February 8, 2026 – Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb on Sunday held a high-level meeting with Ms. Anna Bjerde, Managing Director of the World Bank Group, to review progress under Pakistan’s Country Partnership Framework (CPF).
The meeting took place on the sidelines of the Annual AlUla Conference for Emerging Market Economies, currently underway in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
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Pakistan posts Rs542 billion budget surplus in 1HFY26
Islamabad — Pakistan recorded a budget surplus of Rs542 billion during the first half (July–December) of the fiscal year 2025-26, marking a sharp turnaround from a deficit of Rs1.54 trillion in the same period last year, official data released by the Ministry of Finance showed on Friday.
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KSE-100 plunges 3,700 points amid deadly Islamabad Imambargah blast
Karachi, February 6, 2026 – The benchmark KSE-100 index at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) tumbled sharply on Friday, losing over 3,700 points as investors reacted to a tragic blast at an Imambargah in Islamabad. The attack in the Tarlai area of the federal capital left at least 31 people dead and more than 169 injured, triggering widespread concern among market participants.
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Pakistan strengthens financial intelligence to eradicate corruption
Islamabad, February 6, 2026 — In a significant move to combat corruption and enhance transparency, the government of Pakistan is taking steps to strengthen financial intelligence and improve inter-agency coordination across key law enforcement and regulatory bodies.
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