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'Bold measures' coming in upcoming 'strategic' budget

Pakistan, May 27 -- Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Monday said the federal government is preparing to introduce "bold measures" in the upcoming budget for FY2025-26, with a focus on strategic ... Read More


Tesla's model Y faces slow sales despite bold incentives

Pakistan, May 27 -- Tesla's Model Y, once promoted as a game-changer in the electric vehicle (EV) market, is now struggling to gain traction with buyers. Industry analysts report that the vehicle is s... Read More


Bilal Bin Saqib to lead Pakistan's blockchain, crypto future as SAPM

Pakistan, May 27 -- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has appointed Bilal Bin Saqib as his special assistant on blockchain and cryptocurrency, Sharif's office announced on Monday, as Islamabad eyes a shif... Read More


Punjab unveils revenue growth plan ahead of new fiscal year

Pakistan, May 27 -- LAHORE - The Punjab government has announced a strategic plan to boost provincial revenue in the upcoming fiscal year, focusing on tax reform, investment promotion, and efficient u... Read More


Dubai honors Mahira Khan and Humayun Saeed for global impact in film

Pakistan, May 27 -- In a heartfelt celebration of Pakistani talent, actors Mahira Khan and Humayun Saeed were honored at a special ceremony in Dubai for their outstanding contributions to the country'... Read More


Foreign investors pull $42.2 million from Pakistan T-bills as interest rates drop

Pakistan, May 27 -- Foreign investors have withdrawn $42.2 million from Pakistan's treasury bills (T-bills) as of May 2, 2025, reflecting declining interest in local debt due to falling interest rates... Read More


Ruet-e-Hilal committee meets today to confirm Zilhaj moon sighting

Pakistan, May 27 -- ISLAMABAD - The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will meet today (Tuesday) in Islamabad to sight the Zilhaj crescent, which will officially determine the date for Eidul Azha in Pakis... Read More


Inflation in Pakistan rises slightly in may, ends historic low streak

Pakistan, May 27 -- After reaching a historic low of 0.3% year-on-year in April 2025, Pakistan's headline inflation is expected to rise to 2.7% in May, according to a report by JS Global. The increase... Read More


Russia slams US 'golden dome' missile shield, warns of global instability

Pakistan, May 27 -- Russia has strongly criticized the United States' new "Golden Dome" missile defense project, warning that it threatens global strategic stability. Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswo... Read More


Finance ministry proposes 20% budget hike for BISP to support 10 million families

Pakistan, May 27 -- The Finance Ministry has proposed a 20% increase in the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) budget for the fiscal year 2025-26. If approved, the allocation will rise from Rs592... Read More