2 h. ago Historic $38.3B remittance: Shehbaz credits overseas Pakistanis

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has warmly thanked overseas Pakistanis for sending a record-high $38.3 billion in remittances during the fiscal year 2024-25, marking a significant 26.6% increase compared to the previous year. This growth is the highest in Pakistan’s history and a clear sign of confidence in the country’s economic stability. The Prime Minister said […]

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4 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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40 h. ago Army chief rejects Indian claims of Chinese help in May conflict

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir on Monday dismissed Indian claims of Pakistan receiving external support in Operation Bunyanum Marsoos during the recent tensions with India, terming them “irresponsible and factually incorrect”. The military confrontation between India and Pakistan came as the former blamed Islamabad for the April 22 Pahalgam attack […]

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6 d. ago Divine help came for Pakistan’s aid during tensions with India, says Naqvi

ISLAMABAD: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Wednesday said that Pakistan received “divine help” during its confrontation with India and

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7 d. ago Illegal allowances worth Rs560 million revealed in PTA audit

ISLAMABAD – A shocking revelation has emerged as audit officials disclosed that the Chairman and members of the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) received Rs560 million in illegal allowances over the years. During a meeting of the Public Accounts Committee’s (PAC) sub-committee, chaired by Convener Malik Amir Dogar, audit authorities presented detailed findings. The session specifically […]

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8 d. ago New fiscal year brings heavy taxes, online business rules, and fuel levy hike

As the new fiscal year begins on July 1, Pakistan has officially enforced the 2025-26 budget after receiving presidential approval from Asif Ali Zardari. The budget introduces strict tax measures and financial changes that are expected to affect individuals and businesses across the country. The government has imposed Rs 389 billion in enforcement actions and […]

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9 d. ago Kamran Akhtar leads 53rd UNIDO meeting, Pakistan marks historic win

Pakistan has received another major international honor as it was elected Chair of the 53rd meeting of the United Nations Industrial Development Board (UNIDO). This marks the first time Pakistan holds this important position. Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Kamran Akhtar, officially assumed the role and its responsibilities starting today. Diplomatic sources say this […]

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9 d. ago PPP not ready to join federal government, says Sharjeel Memon

KARACHI – Sindh Information Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon stated that the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) is not currently considering joining the federal government. He clarified that no formal invitation has been received from the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) so far. Speaking at a press conference, Memon said, “If a proposal is made in the future, […]

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1 week ago PDMA alerts line departments as Punjab likely to receive 25pc more monsoon rains this year

PMD issues a three-day weather forecast for Karachi division, predicting isolated rain and thunderstorm ISLAMABAD/LAHORE: The Punjab’s Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) predicted that the province is likely to receive 25 percent more monsoon rains this year, while the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) forecast isolated rainfall for Karachi. According to PDMA Director General Irfan Ali […]

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2 w. ago Pakistan secures $3.3 billion loan deal with chinese banks to boost economy

Pakistan will soon receive $3.3 billion in loans from Chinese banks, officials confirmed. The deal includes a $2 billion syndicated loan and a $1.3 billion refinancing plan. Negotiations with Chinese authorities are still ongoing to finalize the terms. This financial support aims to strengthen Pakistan’s foreign reserves. Currently, Pakistan’s reserves stand at $11.7 billion. With […]

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2 w. ago Bilawal claims diplomatic victory over India, says Pakistan’s narrative dominates global media

Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party and head of the recent diplomatic mission, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, declared on his return that Pakistan has defeated India on the diplomatic front. Speaking in Karachi, where he received a warm welcome, Bilawal said India failed to isolate Pakistan, and instead, Pakistan’s narrative dominated the global media. Bilawal explained that the […]

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2 w. ago Privatisation commission advances plans for power firms and Pakistan international airlines

The Privatisation Commission has taken key steps to boost reforms by starting the process to appoint financial advisers for four power distribution companies and two power generation plants. At the same time, it received strong interest from eight parties for managing Pakistan International Airlines Corporation Ltd (PIACL). This move aims to speed up privatisation and […]

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3 w. ago Jason Gillespie awaits full payment from PCB amid contract dispute

Former Pakistan head coach Jason Gillespie has revealed he still hasn’t received full payment from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). Gillespie stepped down in December 2024, and since then, the issue over his pending dues remains unresolved. In a recent interview, he simply said, “It’s ongoing. Let’s just leave it at that.” The PCB claims […]

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3 w. ago Blood Shortage Crisis Pakistan short of 5mn annual donations

Pakistan receives less than half of the five million blood donations it needs each year, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Friday, highlighting critical gaps in the country’s health care system as it vowed to promote voluntary donations. About 1.9 million of Pakistan’s 2.3 million annual blood donations come from family or replacement donors, […]

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4 w. ago Pakistan’s remittances jump to $3.68bn in may, on track for record $38bn in FY25

Remittances to Pakistan rose sharply to $3.68 billion in May 2025, marking a 16% increase from April and a 13.67% rise year-on-year, according to the State Bank of Pakistan. This strong growth continues the upward trend in remittance inflows. It also plays a key role in strengthening Pakistan’s foreign reserves and supporting the economy. From […]

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