The United States cricket team will be led by Monank Patel at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, marking their second appearance at the tournament. The squad features 10 returning players from the 2024 edition, where the USA made a sensational debut by reaching the Super 8 stage.
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FTO upholds Pakistan Customs’ compliance in EFS export case
Islamabad, January 30, 2026 – The Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) on Friday reaffirmed Pakistan Customs’ authority in handling Export Facilitation Scheme (EFS) cases, emphasizing strict adherence to legal procedures and compliance standards.
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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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PKR vs USD: Pakistani Rupee Gains 3 Paisa on Stronger Inflows
Karachi, January 30, 2026 – The Pakistani rupee strengthened slightly against the US dollar on Friday, appreciating by 3 paisa in the interbank foreign exchange market amid improved foreign currency inflows.
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SBP Publishes Daily Interbank Foreign Exchange Rates for January 30, 2026
Karachi, January 30, 2026 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Friday released the official daily interbank foreign exchange rates to keep banks, businesses, and the general public informed about prevailing currency trends in the local market.
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Pakistan Weather Forecast for January 31, 2026: Cold, Dry Conditions to Persist
Islamabad, January 30, 2026 — The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued the national weather outlook for Saturday, January 31, 2026, forecasting continued cold and dry conditions across most parts of the country, with chances of light rain and snowfall in northern regions.
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Daily Pakistan Gold and Silver Price Update: January 30, 2026
Karachi, January 30, 2026 — The All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewelers Association (APSGJA) on Friday released the official daily gold and silver prices, providing critical guidance to investors, traders, and the general public amid exceptional volatility in the bullion markets.
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Pakistan gold market shattered as prices crash Rs35,500 in one day
Karachi, January 30, 2026 — After an unprecedented bull run that pushed bullion to record-breaking highs, Pakistan’s gold market witnessed a dramatic reversal on Friday as prices nosedived in the largest single-day crash ever recorded. Gold prices fell sharply by a staggering Rs35,500 per tola, sending shockwaves across local bullion markets and leaving investors stunned.
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Google Expands Android Theft Protection With New Security Tools
Google is significantly strengthening Android theft protection by rolling out new security features aimed at preventing financial fraud and safeguarding personal data if a smartphone is lost or stolen.
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