30 h. ago Cash in hand surges: Pakistan’s broad money supply hits Rs38.09 trillion

  KARACHI – Pakistan’s broad money supply, known as M2, rose to Rs38.09 trillion by June 6, 2025, showing a weekly increase of Rs4.32 billion, according to the State Bank of Pakistan. This marks a significant rise from Rs35.88 trillion recorded at the end of the last fiscal year, meaning the total increase since then […]

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55 h. ago Per tola Gold Price in Pakistan dips to Rs361,300 after record surge

ISLAMABAD – Gold rates continue to fluctuate in Pakistan and prices of yellow metal moved down by Rs1000 to Rs361,300

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58 h. ago Pakistan’s current account records $103 million deficit in may despite strong yearly surplus

Pakistan’s current account posted a deficit of $103 million in May 2025, reversing the $47 million surplus seen in April, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Tuesday. This change mainly resulted from a rise in imports and a drop in exports. However, compared to May 2024, the current account […]

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5 d. ago New High: Gold prices hit Rs363,000 per Tola in Pakistan amid Global surge

KARACHI – Gold shines brighter than ever in Pakistan as yellow metal set new record, touching Rs363,000 mark in Pakistan

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5 d. ago Historic victory at Lord’s: South Africa crowned test champions for the first time

South Africa has won the ICC World Test Championship for the first time in history after defeating Australia at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground. Chasing a target of 282 runs on a challenging pitch, the Proteas secured a thrilling victory by 6 wickets, thanks to a brilliant century from Aiden Markram. Markram played a composed […]

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6 d. ago Gold Price nears Record High at Rs361,500 in Pakistan amid buying spree

KARACHI – Gold prices in Pakistan witnessed another hike on June 13 Friday, amid surge in international markets, with price

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6 d. ago Pakistan boils under extreme heat as ‘feels like’ temperatures cross 55°C

Pakistan is facing an intense wave of extreme heat, with several cities recording dangerously high “feels like” temperatures. On Friday, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) reported that four cities felt hotter than 50°C. This extreme weather has continued without a break for over a week, affecting both urban and rural areas. The highest actual temperature […]

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7 d. ago WTC final: South Africa crumble for 138 after Australia score 212 at Lord’s

The ICC World Test Championship 2023–25 final between Australia and South Africa continued at Lord’s with exciting momentum. After scoring 212 in their first innings, Australia bowled out South Africa for just 138 runs on day two. The Proteas batters failed to handle the Australian pace attack and collapsed quickly. South Africa started the day […]

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7 d. ago WTC final: South Africa struggles after bowling out Australia for 212

The ICC World Test Championship Final began with strong bowling from South Africa, but their batters are now under pressure. On Wednesday at Lord’s, South African captain Temba Bavuma won the toss and chose to field. The decision worked early, as South Africa’s bowlers took quick wickets. Australia lost four wickets for 67 runs before […]

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8 d. ago Pakistan records remittances inflow of $3.7 billion in May 2025

KARACHI – Pakistan recorded workers’ remittances inflow of $3.7 billion in May 2025. According to data released by the State

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9 d. ago Pakistan posts $1.9 billion current account surplus, boosted by remittances and IT exports

In a rare economic turnaround, Pakistan recorded a $1.9 billion current account surplus during July-April FY2025. This marks a sharp contrast to the $1.3 billion deficit in the same period last year. The Ministry of Finance described this as a “historic achievement”, last seen only in 2003 when the surplus hit $4.1 billion. Finance Minister […]

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1 week ago Pakistan’s IT sector booms with record growth in exports and innovation

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s Information Technology (IT) sector has emerged as the fastest-growing part of the national economy, according to the National Economic Survey 2024–25 released on Monday. The report highlights impressive growth across exports, freelancing, and tech innovation. IT exports jumped by 23.7% during the fiscal year, reaching $2.825 billion. In March 2025 alone, exports […]

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1 week ago Pakistan moving in the right direction, inflation under control: Finance Minister

ISLAMABAD – Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has said that Pakistan is heading in the right direction and has successfully brought inflation under control, as he presented the Economic Survey 2024-25 on Sunday. While addressing a press conference in Islamabad, Aurangzeb said global GDP growth has slowed to 2.8%, but Pakistan recorded an increase in its […]

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2 w. ago Gold soars in Pakistan: Rs 4,300 surge pushes price to record high

KARACHI – The price of gold in Pakistan has seen a sharp increase, with rates climbing by Rs 4,300 per tola, according to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Association. Following the rise, the new price of gold per tola now stands at Rs 358,400. Similarly, the price of 10 grams of gold has gone […]

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2 w. ago Gold Prices near record high in Pakistan amid surge in global market

KARACHI – Gold prices approached all-time high in Pakistan amid surge in international market, with per tola bullion hovering at Rs358,400.

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2 w. ago Omani Riyal sees no change against Pak rupee today – 3 June 2025

LAHORE – The buying rate of Omani Rial in open market of Pakistan recorded no changes as it stood at

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2 w. ago India’s water cuts deepen, Chenab river flow at head marala drops to zero

India’s water restrictions are intensifying, causing a sharp decline in the Chenab River flow entering Pakistan. Officials at Head Marala, the key point where the Chenab crosses into Pakistan, recorded a significant drop in water inflow and outflow. Yesterday, water flow at Head Marala fell by 37,600 cubic feet per second (cusecs). Today, the outflow […]

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2 w. ago Pakistan railways rides to record Rs. 83 billion revenue in just 11 months

LAHORE, May 30, 2025 — Pakistan Railways has achieved a major financial milestone by generating a record-breaking Rs. 83 billion in revenue over the first eleven months of the current fiscal year. This is the highest-ever income recorded in this time frame in the organization’s history, signaling a strong rebound in operations and management reforms. […]

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3 w. ago Australian Dollar registers gains against Pak rupee today – 28 May 2025

LAHORE – Australian dollar’s buying rate has recorded upward trend in open market of Pakistan as it stood at Rs185.24

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3 w. ago Pakistan ranks among safest in META region for web threats in Q1 2025: Kaspersky report

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan has recorded the second lowest rate of web-based cyber threats in the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa (META) region during the first quarter of 2025, according to a new report from cybersecurity firm Kaspersky. The report, released by Kaspersky’s Global Research and Analysis Team, highlights key digital security trends across the META […]

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