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Several injured as Karachi-bound Tezgam Express derails near Punjab’s Lodhran: officialClerics from Pakistan, Afghanistan appeal to authorities to extend pause in fighting till Eidul AzhaWar Diary Day 25: Pause holds but conflict’s underlying dynamics point to widening of scopeSindh minister says govt contemplating smart lockdown as fuel conservation measureAJK PM condemns sentencing of Kashmiri leader Asiya Andrabi, her associates by Indian courtPakistan’s petrol cargoes for March and April ‘largely secured’: finance ministryPTI decries ‘blatant violation of rights’ as Imran’s sisters again barred from meeting him at Adiala jailPakistan stands ‘ready, honoured’ to host US-Iran talks, says PM ShehbazAfghanistan announces release of detained US citizenADB announces support package for developing member states hit by Middle East conflictLHC sustains objection on plea against acquittal of PM Shehbaz, his sons in money laundering casePakistan in the limelight as US, Iran ‘open backchannel’Several injured as Karachi-bound Tezgam Express derails near Punjab’s Lodhran: officialClerics from Pakistan, Afghanistan appeal to authorities to extend pause in fighting till Eidul AzhaWar Diary Day 25: Pause holds but conflict’s underlying dynamics point to widening of scopeSindh minister says govt contemplating smart lockdown as fuel conservation measureAJK PM condemns sentencing of Kashmiri leader Asiya Andrabi, her associates by Indian courtPakistan’s petrol cargoes for March and April ‘largely secured’: finance ministryPTI decries ‘blatant violation of rights’ as Imran’s sisters again barred from meeting him at Adiala jailPakistan stands ‘ready, honoured’ to host US-Iran talks, says PM ShehbazAfghanistan announces release of detained US citizenADB announces support package for developing member states hit by Middle East conflictLHC sustains objection on plea against acquittal of PM Shehbaz, his sons in money laundering casePakistan in the limelight as US, Iran ‘open backchannel’
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Pakistan’s Energy Shift: How Domestic Power Is Reducing LNG Risks and Reshaping the Electricity Sector

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Pakistan’s energy landscape is undergoing one of the most significant transitions in decades. A recent statement by Power Minister Awais Leghari highlights how the country’s increasing reliance on domestic electricity sources is helping shield the economy from disruptions in global liquefied natural gas (LNG) markets. The shift is part of a broader reform agenda launched … Read more

Pakistan Stock Market Surges as KSE-100 Gains Over 4,200 Points in Major Investor Rebound

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Pakistan’s stock market witnessed a dramatic resurgence as the benchmark KSE-100 index surged by more than 4,200 points in a single trading session, signaling a strong return of investor confidence after weeks of uncertainty. The rally marked one of the most significant single-day gains in recent months, reflecting improving sentiment across financial markets. The surge … Read more

Gold Prices Decline in Pakistan as Global Markets Ease Amid Continued Economic Uncertainty

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Gold prices in Pakistan declined slightly in recent trading sessions, reflecting a broader cooling trend in international markets. The price of gold per tola fell to Rs. 540,562, while international gold prices also experienced a modest drop, signaling a temporary easing after reaching near-record highs. The decline in gold prices is closely linked to movements … Read more

Pakistan Enters 5G Era as All Major Telecom Operators Qualify for Historic Spectrum Auction

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Pakistan is set to enter a new phase in its digital evolution as all three major telecom operators—Jazz, Ufone and Zong—have officially qualified to participate in the country’s upcoming 5G spectrum auction. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) confirmed that each operator has submitted the required $15 million bid bond, clearing the final eligibility requirement ahead … Read more

Pakistan Moves Toward Competitive Power Market with First 200MW Electricity Deal Under Wheeling System

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Pakistan is preparing to finalize its first major electricity transaction under a new wheeling auction system, with plans to seal a 200-megawatt deal by June. The development marks a major step toward transforming Pakistan’s electricity sector by introducing competition and allowing direct transactions between power producers and large consumers. Under the wheeling system, industrial and … Read more

IMF Delegation Arrives in Pakistan for Critical Economic Review as Funding Decision Looms

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An International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation has arrived in Pakistan to conduct a key economic review under the country’s $7 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF), a programme widely seen as essential to maintaining macroeconomic stability and restoring investor confidence. The review will assess Pakistan’s progress on critical economic indicators, including foreign exchange reserves, fiscal discipline, … Read more

Pakistan to Host International Edition of Dubai FinTech Summit in Major Boost to Digital Economy

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Pakistan is set to host the first international edition of the Dubai FinTech Summit on August 18–19, marking a significant milestone in the country’s emergence as a global fintech destination. Organized by the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Innovation Hub in collaboration with Pakistani partners, the summit is expected to bring together more than 10,000 … Read more

Why Institutional Stability Matters More Than Policy Announcements

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Policy announcements often dominate headlines. Governments announce reforms, strategies, and ambitious plans. Yet in practice, the success of nations is not determined by announcements, but by institutional stability. Institutional stability refers to the ability of systems to operate predictably over time. It ensures continuity, consistency, and credibility. Investors, businesses, and citizens make decisions based not … Read more

Brain Drain or Brain Circulation? Rethinking Talent Mobility in Pakistan

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The departure of skilled professionals from Pakistan has long been framed as a national loss. Doctors, engineers, researchers, and entrepreneurs leave in search of better opportunities, more stable institutions, and greater professional growth. This phenomenon is commonly described as brain drain. But this framing may be incomplete. Globally, talent mobility is no longer a one-directional … Read more

Pakistan’s Silent Transformation: The Rise of a Digitally Native Economy

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For decades, Pakistan’s economic narrative has been dominated by structural constraints: fiscal deficits, balance of payments crises, and institutional inefficiencies. Yet beneath this familiar macroeconomic turbulence, a quieter but far more consequential transformation is underway. Pakistan is becoming a digitally native economy. With over 125 million broadband users and one of the world’s youngest populations, … Read more