Karachi, January 7, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is facing severe scrutiny after yet another taxpayer reported his account hacked, exposing massive security flaws in the government’s online tax system. The incident, uncovered by the Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO), highlights critical weaknesses that could threaten Pakistan’s national revenue.
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PM Shehbaz orders strategy to boost rice exports and cut trade deficit
Islamabad, January 7, 2026 — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday emphasized the need to significantly increase rice exports and directed relevant authorities to prepare a comprehensive export strategy in close coordination with the Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (REAP).
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PM Shehbaz directs SBP to simplify credit for SMEs, farmers, startups
Islamabad, January 7, 2026 — Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday instructed the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and commercial banks to simplify and expand credit mechanisms for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), new businesses, and small farmers. The prime minister emphasized that improving access to finance is a top government priority to boost economic growth and financial inclusion.
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KSE-100 index soars to record 186,519 points in explosive market rally
Karachi, January 7, 2026 — The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a strong bullish rally on Wednesday as the benchmark KSE-100 index surged to a fresh all-time high of 186,519 points. The index closed with a gain of 1,457 points compared to the previous day’s close of 185,062 points, reflecting renewed investor confidence in the market.
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New scam rocks FBR: Taxpayers registered without mandatory SIM verification
Islamabad, January 6, 2026 — Even as the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) tightens nooses around taxpayers to curb revenue leakages, a shocking scam has surfaced from within its own ranks, exposing serious cracks in Pakistan’s tax administration system.
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Govt freezes gas prices for six months, announces major relief for consumers
Islamabad, January 6, 2026 — In a major relief for households and businesses, the federal government has decided not to increase gas prices for the next six months across all consumer categories. Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik announced on Tuesday that the decision was taken on the directions of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, ensuring price stability for the remainder of the current fiscal period.
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Historic PSX Rally: KSE-100 Surges Past 185,000 Points
Karachi, January 6, 2026 — The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a historic surge on Tuesday as the benchmark KSE-100 index shattered previous records, crossing the 185,000-point mark for the first time ever. The index closed at an all-time high of 185,062 points, up 2,654 points or 1.45% from Monday’s close of 182,408 points, signaling robust investor confidence in the market.
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Samsung, Xiaomi among firms eyeing investment under Pakistan’s new policy
Islamabad, January 6, 2026 — Leading global mobile phone brands, including Samsung, Xiaomi, Oppo, Vivo, and Nokia, have been identified as potential foreign investors in Pakistan under the country’s new Mobile and Electronics Device Manufacturing Policy, officials revealed during a high-level meeting on Monday.
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KSE-100 index hits record high of 182,408 points amid strong rally at PSX
Karachi, January 5, 2026 — The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) continued its bullish momentum on Monday, with the KSE-100 index surging to a new all-time high after gaining 3,373 points. The benchmark index closed at 182,408 points, up 1.88% from last Friday’s close of 179,035 points, marking another strong start to the trading year.
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Naqvi orders massive crackdown against money laundering, hawala–hundi networks
Islamabad, January 4, 2026 — Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Sunday ordered a comprehensive and indiscriminate crackdown against the money-laundering mafia, directing law-enforcement agencies to take firm action against major operators involved in illegal financial activities across the country.
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