Karachi, January 20, 2026 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Tuesday released its daily interbank foreign exchange rates to facilitate banks, importers, exporters, and general banking customers across the country.
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FBR issues new customs values for motorcycle parts under VR-2034/2026
Karachi, January 20, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued fresh customs values for imported motorcycle parts, including roller chains, chain kits, and related chain parts, for the assessment of duties and taxes.
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Pakistan Gold and Silver Prices Reach Record Highs – January 20, 2026
Karachi, January 20, 2026 – The All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewelers Association (APSGJA) released the daily update of gold and silver prices on Tuesday, reporting fresh record highs amid a continued global rally. The updated rates aim to guide investors, traders, and the general public in the domestic bullion market.
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Pakistan gold hits record Rs493,662 per tola amid global rally
Karachi, January 20, 2026 – Gold prices in Pakistan surged to an all-time high on Tuesday, with 24-karat gold reaching Rs493,662 per tola, continuing the upward trend fueled by rising international markets. The surge marks a significant increase in the domestic bullion market as investors closely monitor global price movements.
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New Zealand include Kristian Clarke in T20I Squad ahead of India series
New Zealand have added promising all-rounder Kristian Clarke to their squad for the first three matches of the upcoming T20I series against India, as the team manages injury concerns ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.
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Chill returns to Karachi: Showers forecasted over next 72 hours
Karachi, January 20, 2026 – Karachi, Pakistan’s financial and commercial hub, is set to experience a drop in temperatures as cold weather returns, accompanied by expected showers over the next three days. Residents are advised to prepare for cooler conditions and intermittent rainfall, which may impact daily activities and commuting.
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Port Qasim Updates Daily Shipping Operations Report – January 20, 2026
Karachi, January 20, 2026 – The Port Qasim Authority (PQA) has released its daily shipping operations report for Tuesday, providing stakeholders with the latest updates on vessel movements and port activities. This report is part of PQA’s ongoing efforts to enhance transparency and support smooth maritime trade operations.
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OGDCL announces major oil and gas discovery in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Karachi, January 20, 2026 – Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) has confirmed a significant oil and gas discovery in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, marking a major boost to the country’s indigenous energy resources.
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FBR reports nearly five-fold surge in capital gains tax amid PSX rally in 1HFY26
Karachi, January 20, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has reported an extraordinary rise in Capital Gains Tax (CGT) collection, posting nearly a five-fold increase during the first half (July–December) of the ongoing fiscal year 2025–26, driven by an unprecedented boom in the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX).
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IMF Lowers Pakistan’s Growth Forecast for FY26
Islamabad, January 20, 2026 – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised downward Pakistan’s economic growth outlook, cutting its GDP growth projection for fiscal year 2025–26 (FY26) to 3.2 percent, compared with 3.6 percent estimated earlier in the October 2025 edition of the World Economic Outlook (WEO).
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