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PSX posts record surge of nearly 14,000 points as KSE-100 rallies on US-Iran ceasefire

KARACHI, April 8, 2026: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) recorded a historic rally on Wednesday, with the benchmark KSE-100 index gaining nearly 14,000 points…

Pakistan fruit exports hit $251.9 million in FY2026 as vegetable shipments drop sharply

ISLAMABAD — Pakistan’s fruit exports reached $251.947 million during the first eight months of FY2026, recording a 6.25% increase compared to the same period…

Gold prices fall in Pakistan on April 7 as global market trend pulls rates lower

KARACHI, Apr 7 — Gold prices in Pakistan declined on Tuesday, April 7, following a drop in international markets, reversing gains recorded a day…

Pakistan aims to attract Russian tourists with $1 billion annual revenue target

ISLAMABAD — Pakistan is targeting up to $1 billion in annual revenue by attracting around 50,000 Russian tourists each year, as the country positions…

World Health Day: Kaspersky flags rising data breach risks in telemedicine

Islamabad: Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky has warned that the rapid expansion of digital healthcare and telemedicine is exposing patients and medical systems to growing data…

Asian airlines cut flights and add fuel stops as jet fuel shortages deepen

HONG KONG/SINGAPORE, Apr 7 — Airlines across Asia are cutting flights, carrying extra fuel and adding refuelling stops as jet fuel shortages deepen following…

Electric bikes becoming common choice across Pakistan as petrol prices keep rising

ISLAMABAD, Apr 7 — Rising fuel prices and fears of supply disruption are accelerating the shift to electric motorbikes in Pakistan, as consumers turn…

PIA suspends international routes, withdraws discounts as fuel prices surge

ISLAMABAD, Apr 6 — Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced the suspension of multiple international routes and the withdrawal of most fare discounts as…

realme 16 Pro Series 5G launched in Pakistan with 200MP camera and 7000mAh battery

realme has launched the realme 16 Pro Series 5G in Pakistan, introducing a new lineup focused on advanced mobile photography, performance, and extended battery…

Bank of Khyber reports strong 2025 performance with profit growth and structural reset

Bank of Khyber reported a strong financial performance for 2025, posting a 61% year-on-year increase in profit after tax to PKR 5.8 billion, alongside…

Gold prices hit Rs491,462 per tola in Pakistan on April 6 after global uptick

ISLAMABAD, Apr 6, 2026 — Gold prices in Pakistan rose sharply on Monday, with 24-karat gold per tola increasing by Rs1,100 to Rs491,462, according…

Mashreq expands Pakistan footprint with new offshore centres in Karachi, Lahore

KARACHI — Mashreq has launched new offshore centres in Karachi and Lahore under its Mashreq Global Network (MGN) Pakistan, as part of efforts to…

PARC proposes Rs592m project to upgrade date palm research, boost exports

ISLAMABAD — The Ministry of National Food Security and Research has proposed a Rs592.364 million project to upgrade the Date Palm Research Institute (DPRI)…

Gold price in Pakistan holds steady at Rs490,362 per tola on April 5

Karachi: Gold price in Pakistan remained unchanged on April 5, 2026, with 24-karat gold holding at Rs490,362 per tola in the local market, showing…

FBR holds tax awareness session at Rawalpindi chamber to promote compliance

Islamabad: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) conducted a tax awareness session at the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) as part of…

Gold price per tola stays unchanged in Pakistan on April 4, 2026

Karachi — April 04, 2026: Gold price per tola remained unchanged in Pakistan on Saturday, holding at Rs490,362 in the local market after a…