Business Former SBP Governor and Economist Dr Shamshad Akhtar Passes Away at 71 December 27, 2025 The Universe Dr Shamshad Akhtar, former governor of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and ex-caretaker federal finance minister, passed away on Saturday after suffering a cardiac arrest. She was 71. Bilawal…
Business Pakistan Tightens Tax Net on Retail Sector After Tajir Dost Scheme Fails December 17, 2025 The Universe After the failure of the trader-friendly Tajir Dost scheme, Pakistan has introduced a strict new strategy to boost tax collection from the retail sector under mounting pressure from the International…
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Business IMF Tax Conditions Threaten Pakistan’s $6 Billion Oil Refinery Upgrade Plan December 15, 2025 The Universe Pakistan’s plan to modernize its domestic oil refineries with billions of dollars in investment is facing serious uncertainty as the International Monetary Fund (IMF) insists on new tax conditions that…
Business PSX Extends Bullish Rally as KSE-100 Surges Over 1,400 Points November 28, 2025 The Universe The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) maintained its strong upward momentum on Friday, driven by consistent buying from local institutional investors that lifted overall market sentiment.
Business NFC Meeting Delayed Again as Centre Weighs Political Strategy Amid Lower Growth Forecast November 17, 2025 The Universe NFC Meeting Delayed Again as Centre Weighs Political Strategy Amid Lower Growth Forecast
Business Saudi Riyal Exchange Rate in Pakistan: January 8 Update January 8, 2025 The Universe Saudi Riyal Exchange Rate in Pakistan: January 8 Update
