Kissan Card Drives Rs100bn Agri Turnaround in Punjab
Punjab's Kissan Card initiative disburses Rs100bn in interest-free loans, sparking record wheat sowing and a 37% fertiliser sales surge. CM Maryam Nawaz hails a farming revolution.
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SC Sets 90-Day Deadline for Rs. 72 Billion Sugar Mills Fine
Supreme Court directs Competition Tribunal to finalize Rs. 72 billion penalty against sugar mills within 90 days. Landmark ruling impacts Pakistan's agriculture sector. Read the full details.
SNGPL, SSGC Boost Winter Gas Supply by 127mmcfd
SNGPL & SSGC supplied 127mmcfd more gas in Dec 2025 vs last year. Minister reviews OGRA audit, directs tech upgrades for pressure management. Read details.
Chinese Giant Hoymiles Enters Pakistan's Solar Market
Chinese inverter leader Hoymiles partners with Superstar and Harisun Energy to offer high-tech solar storage solutions in Pakistan, addressing the nation's growing energy backup needs. This move targets residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.
Minister Tightens Oversight of Gas Supply Amid Crisis
Pakistan's Petroleum Minister directs Sui companies to intensify monitoring of gas supply, ensuring transparency and equitable distribution during the ongoing crisis. Learn about the new measures.
13-Member Pak-Afghan Committee to Negotiate Border Trade
Pakistan and Afghanistan establish a joint committee to negotiate the reopening of trade routes at Torkham border. The move aims to resolve tensions and restore bilateral commerce.
Spectrum Auction Next Month to Boost Internet Speed
Pakistan's government will auction new spectrum next month, aiming to significantly enhance internet speeds nationwide. The move is part of a broader digitalization push.
100 Tons Illegal Phosphate Seized in Abbottabad
Authorities in Abbottabad seize 100 tons of illegal phosphate fertilizer. Major crackdown on smuggling and adulteration. Read the full details of the operation.
KP CM Reviews Power Projects, Orders Timely Completion
KP CM Sohail Afridi reviews hydropower projects, directs completion on time. Province to gain 800MW in 4 years. Also orders inquiry into Zamung Kor children's removal.
Punjab Reviews Progress of CM Easy Business Finance Scheme
The Punjab government's steering committee met to accelerate the Chief Minister Easy Business Finance Scheme. Key steps were approved to boost SME sector growth. Learn more about the plan.
Pakistan's R&D Challenge: Low Investment, High Potential
Pakistan's R&D spending is just 0.164% of GDP, hindering its shift to a knowledge economy. This analysis explores the structural gaps and proposes solutions for innovation-led growth.
FBR Seals Safina Sugar Mills Chutes Over Tax Violations
FBR seals two chutes at Safina Sugar Mills for failing to install mandatory digital cameras. Action underscores zero-tolerance policy on tax evasion in sugar sector. Read details.
Call for SIFC to Include Organic Food in Priority Sectors
Najam Mazari urges SIFC and PM Shehbaz Sharif to prioritize organic food, citing Pakistan's vast potential for billions in foreign exchange through a National Organic Policy.
Punjab Advises Farmers to Clean Crop Storage
Punjab's Agriculture Department advises farmers to thoroughly clean warehouses and storage facilities to protect their harvest from pests and ensure quality. Act now to safeguard your yield!
Pak Sports Goods Exports Rise 15.86% in 5 Months
Pakistan's sports goods exports surged 15.86% to $179.33M in July-Nov 2025-26. Football exports lead with 23.64% growth, while gloves see a decline. Read the full PBS data analysis.
Lack of Dams Puts Pakistan's Future at Risk
Pakistan faces a severe water crisis due to a critical shortage of dams, threatening agriculture, energy, and national security. Urgent action is needed to build new reservoirs.
Karachi's Sharae Faisal Gets Solar Street Lights
Karachi's Sharae Faisal is being illuminated by 1,500 new solar street lights, a project by K-Electric and Cantonment Board. This green initiative aims to slash electricity costs and carbon emissions. Read more about this sustainable urban upgrade.
Exports Slide, Purchasing Power Shrinks in KP
KP's exports fell 12.5% in July-Dec 2025, while purchasing power eroded due to inflation. PML-N's Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif criticizes federal policies and calls for urgent economic relief.
Businessmen Condemn Tax-Free Chinese Imports for GB
FPCCI's Businessmen Panel warns FBR's SRO 2488 for tax-free Chinese goods via Sost Dry Port will fuel smuggling and hurt local industry. Mian Anjum Nisar urges govt to revisit policy.
PSX Hits Record High: KSE-100 at 179,035, Up 4% Weekly
Pakistan's stock market begins 2026 on a historic high as the KSE-100 index surges to 179,035 points. Discover the key drivers, including strong banking and energy sectors, and the latest economic data on GDP and inflation.
NEPRA Flags Rs. 30bn Irregularities in Smart Meter Deals
NEPRA raises alarm over Rs. 30 billion irregularities in smart meter procurement by DISCOs, citing violations of rules and potential overpayment. Full investigation demanded.
Ishaq Dar Reviews Sugar Stock, Directs Fair Price for Farmers
Deputy PM Ishaq Dar expressed satisfaction over sugar stock and falling prices, directing officials to ensure fair sugarcane rates for farmers. Key ministers attended the meeting.
SAFCO Outlines 2026 Goals After Award-Winning 2025
SAFCO Group held its New Year 2026 ceremony in Hyderabad, reviewing a year of global recognition and pledging intensified efforts in tech, agriculture, and women's economic empowerment. Read their strategic vision.
3-Day National SME Expo Starts January 24 in Islamabad
The National SME Expo 2026, a key initiative by the PM's aide, launches on January 24 in Islamabad. Discover opportunities for small businesses and economic growth.
Pakistan's De-risking Strategy for 2026 Financial Security
Pakistan outlines its comprehensive 'De-risking 2026' strategy to combat financial exclusion and secure correspondent banking relationships. Learn about the national action plan and its implications.
NARC Opens Speed Breeding Units for Wheat and Pulses
Pakistan's NARC has launched innovative speed breeding units for wheat and pulses, aiming to slash crop development time and enhance national food security. Learn how this tech will transform agriculture.
Fisheries Reforms Key to Boosting Seafood Exports
Pakistan's seafood exports face hurdles due to outdated practices. Learn how modern reforms in fisheries and aquaculture can unlock a multi-billion dollar potential for the economy.
Rupee Gains Marginally to Rs 280.11 Against Dollar
The Pakistani rupee appreciated slightly against the US dollar in interbank trading, closing at Rs 280.11. Get the latest forex rates for Euro, Pound, Dirham, and Riyal.
Govt Moves to Outsource Islamabad Airport, Privatise PIA
The federal government accelerates its plan to outsource Islamabad International Airport and privatise Pakistan International Airlines. Key decisions made in recent cabinet meeting.
Punjab CM Approves Major Shrimp Farming Initiative
Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz greenlights a massive aquaculture push, developing shrimp estates on 5,600 acres in Sargodha & Alipur to boost exports and create jobs. Read the latest progress.
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