41 m. ago Gold Rates hit Rs354,700 in Pakistan amid surge in global prices; Full List here

KARACHI – Gold rates saw another big increase in Pakistan on July 10, showing upward trend in global market, as

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15 h. ago Pakistan’s software services exports surge to over $1bn for first time

Pakistan’s export of software services has seen consistent growth over the last few years, surpassing $1 billion in an 11-month period for the first time in history. According to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), the country earned foreign exchange of $1.01 billion through the export of software services during the period […]

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27 h. ago Pakistan receives record $38.3 billion in remittances in FY25, surging 27%

Pakistan’s economy received a major boost in FY25, as workers’ remittances soared to a historic $38.3 billion, marking a 27% year-on-year increase from $30.3 billion in FY24. According to the State Bank of Pakistan, this $8 billion jump reflects the resilience and growing support of overseas Pakistanis amid continued economic challenges. June 2025 alone brought […]

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51 h. ago Pakistan to import half a million tons of sugar amid price surge

The federal cabinet has given the final approval to import 500,000 tons of sugar to stabilize the market. The government sector will manage the import process, and all preparations are complete. The Ministry of Food Security confirmed that import operations will start without delay. The ministry explained that this move aims to keep sugar prices […]

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53 h. ago Pakistani asylum applications in Europe decline after 2023 surge

The number of Pakistani nationals seeking asylum in European countries has dropped in 2024 after reaching record levels in 2023, according to the latest EU asylum trends report. After a sharp rise since 2020, applications peaked last year with over 30,000 Pakistanis requesting international protection. Between October 2023 and October 2024, around 28,000 Pakistanis submitted […]

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2 d. ago July 2025 Updated Rates for Sugar, Pulses, Rice and Spices in Pakistan

LAHORE – Amid soaring prices, several commodity prices across Pakistan witnessed surge in July 2025. From essential grains and pulses

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5 d. ago Successful surgery for Shadab Khan, but comeback timeline uncertain

Pakistan’s white-ball vice-captain and star all-rounder Shadab Khan has successfully undergone surgery on his right shoulder in London, as confirmed by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the cricketer himself. Shadab had been struggling with persistent pain and limited movement in his right shoulder for several weeks, which impacted his performance and training. After multiple […]

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7 d. ago Gold price surges to Rs357,000 after midweek decline in Pakistan; New Rate List

KARACHI – Gold price per tola touched Rs357,000 amid global gains amid massive buying in international markets. Data shared by

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8 d. ago Pakistan’s trade deficit widens to $26.3 billion in FY25, up 9% YoY

Pakistan’s trade deficit surged by 9% year-on-year (YoY) in fiscal year 2024-25 (FY25), reaching $26.3 billion, according to data from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). This compares to $24.1 billion recorded in FY24, indicating continued pressure on the country’s external account, despite modest improvements in exports. Exports in FY25 grew by 4.7% to $32.1 […]

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8 d. ago June sees 78 terror attacks in Pakistan, 100 dead and 189 injured

Pakistan witnessed a surge in terrorist violence in June 2025, with 78 attacks carried out by the extremist group “Fitna Al-Hindustan.” These incidents claimed 100 lives and left 189 people injured, according to a report released by a terrorism-focused think tank. In response, security forces intensified counter-terror operations across the country. Throughout June, authorities eliminated […]

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8 d. ago Pakistan stocks climb above 129,000 in historic first amid economic stability

KARACHI – The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has surged to another unprecedented level after witnessing remarkable gains on Wednesday as

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1 week ago Fuel prices likely to increase from july 1 in Pakistan amid global oil volatility

KARACHI – Fuel prices in Pakistan are expected to rise from July 1 due to surging global oil rates, although the hike may be softened if the government lowers petroleum levies temporarily. According to Arif Habib Limited (AHL), international diesel prices jumped 10.3% to $87.18 per barrel in the second half of June, while petrol […]

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1 week ago UK Pound buying, selling rate in Pakistan today – 27 June 2025

KARACHI – The buying rate of the British Pound against Pakistani rupee on Friday surged by whooping Rs3.67 as the

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2 w. ago UK Pound buying, selling rate in Pakistan today – 26 June 2025

KARACHI – The buying rate of the British Pound against Pakistani rupee on Thursday surged by 95 paisas as the

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2 w. ago Pakistan’s trade deficit with 9 neighboring countries crosses $1.1 billion

Pakistan’s trade deficit with its nine neighboring countries surged to $1.117 billion during the first 11 months of the 2025 fiscal year. The rise is mainly due to a sharp increase in imports from China, India, and Bangladesh, while exports to these countries fell. This imbalance has caused concern among policymakers and economists alike. Although […]

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2 w. ago Gold price rises by Rs300 per tola in Pakistan amid global market surge

Gold prices in Pakistan climbed on Wednesday, following a global increase in the precious metal’s value. The price per tola reached Rs354,665, gaining Rs300 during the day, according to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA). Similarly, 10-gram gold was sold at Rs304,068, up by Rs258. This rise comes after a significant drop on […]

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2 w. ago Gold inches up in Pakistan after back to back losses; Check New Prices here

ISLAMABAD – Gold, and silver prices increased in Pakistan amid surge in international market, with per tola gold set at

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2 w. ago Power outage hits Gwadar port and airport as Iran supply disrupted

Gwadar Port and New Gwadar International Airport faced power outages on Monday after electricity supply from Iran was disrupted, affecting the entire Makran division, the Quetta Electric Supply Company (QESCO) reported. The outage impacted all grid stations connected through the 132kV Pishin-Mand and Polan-Jiwani transmission lines. Areas affected included Mand, Tump, Turbat, Hoshab, Panjgur, Jiwani, […]

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2 w. ago Bulls rampant at PSX as Pakistan stocks surge over 4,300 points

KARACHI – The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a powerful rally on Tuesday after the US President Donald Trump claimed

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2 w. ago ‘First successful DALK surgery’: COAVS turns new page with landmark Cornea transplants

College of Ophthalmology aims to conduct 5-10 corneal transplantations per month free of cost by the end of 2025 LAHORE: What is being “described as a millstone” that added a new chapter to the Punjab government’s healthcare sector, the College of Ophthalmology and Allied Vision Sciences (COAVS) successfully conducted five cornea transplant surgeries, said a […]

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