Karachi, January 9, 2026 — Ghandhara Tyre and Rubber Company Limited has announced the temporary suspension of its manufacturing plant operations due to a shortage in gas supply, the company confirmed on Friday. The notification was shared with the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) to inform investors and stakeholders about the operational adjustment.
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Pakistan records historic $19.76 billion in workers’ remittances in 1HFY26
Karachi, January 9, 2026 — Pakistan has achieved a historic milestone in workers’ remittances, receiving a record $19.76 billion during the first half of the current fiscal year (July–December 2025), according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Friday. This marks a significant 11% increase compared to $17.80 billion recorded in the same period of the previous fiscal year.
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Karachi hits single-digit temperatures as colder conditions loom
Islamabad, January 9, 2026 — Karachi, Pakistan’s principal financial and commercial centre, has recorded single-digit temperatures as a pronounced cold spell continues to grip large parts of the country. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), the minimum temperature in the metropolis dropped to 9°C, with forecasts indicating a further decline to around 7°C in the coming days.
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Port Qasim shipping operations update – January 9, 2026
Karachi, January 9, 2026 — The Port Qasim Authority (PQA) on Friday issued its latest shipping operations report to keep stakeholders informed about vessel movements and port activities over the past 24 hours. The report was updated at 8:00 am Pakistan Standard Time (PST) and covers details of ships that sailed, berthed, and shifted at various terminals of Port Qasim.
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Latest open market currency rates in Pakistan – January 9, 2026
Karachi, January 9, 2026 — Exchange companies across Pakistan on Friday released the latest open market currency rates to assist the general public, overseas Pakistanis, and businesses involved in foreign exchange transactions. The updated rates reflect demand and supply conditions in the open market and are widely used for travel, remittances, and trade-related dealings.
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Today’s gold and silver prices in Pakistan – January 9, 2026
Karachi, January 9, 2026 — The All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association (APSGJA) on Friday announced the latest gold and silver rates in Pakistan to keep consumers, investors, and bullion traders informed about daily market movements.
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Gold prices jump Rs3,400 per tola in Pakistan amid global rally
Karachi, January 9, 2026 — Gold prices in Pakistan recorded a sharp increase on Friday, climbing by Rs3,400 per tola in line with a strong upward trend in the international bullion markets. The surge reflects growing investor demand for safe-haven assets amid ongoing global economic and geopolitical uncertainty.
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Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni locked in ongoing legal battle for over a year
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni have been embroiled in a bitter legal dispute for more than a year, with what started as a harassment lawsuit now escalating into a broader power struggle, sources claim.
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FBR plans major overhaul of mobile phone duty and tax regime in Pakistan
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is set to introduce significant changes in Pakistan’s mobile phone duty and tax structure, aiming to rationalize rates and ease the financial burden on consumers.
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Forced Sales Tax Registration by FBR: 2026 Update
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has clarified the procedure for compulsory or forced sales tax registration under the Sales Tax Rules, 2006, updated for the tax year 2026.
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