On This Day in History, June 13: Alexander dies, Miranda ruling, Korea summit, FIFA 2026 awarded to US-Canada-Mexico, Trump charged and more eventsOn This Day in History, June 13 witnessed the death of Alexander the Great, the signing of the enduring Anglo-Portuguese alliance, the land...
12 Jun, 2026, 11.34 PM IST
Sleep on thisIn an ironic twist, a recent trade pact transforms ambitions into dilemmas, leaving society fatigued. Economic indicators show growth, iron...
06 Jun, 2026, 12.44 AM IST
Pakistan receives USD 1.3 bn loan from IMF: Central bankPakistan has recieved USD 1.3 billion from the International Monetary Fund. This funding comes from two separate programs, the Extended Fun...
13 May, 2026, 01.56 PM IST
Pakistan secures $1.32 billion IMF funding amid push for reforms, economic stabilityThe International Monetary Fund board has approved new funding for Pakistan. This decision allows for immediate disbursements of approximat...
09 May, 2026, 11.52 PM IST
How Asia-Pacific is fighting a fuel shock that could get worseAsian nations are grappling with prolonged energy supply strains due to the Middle East conflict, prompting governments to implement costly...
28 Apr, 2026, 07.52 AM IST
EU approves a $106 billion loan package to help Ukraine after Hungary lifts its vetoThe European Union has approved a substantial loan for Ukraine to support its economy and military. This comes after Hungary ended its oppo...
23 Apr, 2026, 06.24 PM IST
Pakistan to repay USD 1.5 billion outstanding UAE debt by April 23Pakistan's central bank plans to settle a USD 1.5 billion loan with the United Arab Emirates by April 23. This move follows a USD 2 billion...
19 Apr, 2026, 09.18 PM IST
West Asia War: India’s BBB rating seen stable despite energy shock; S&P flags corporate stress, weaker credit growthWest Asia War: India's sovereign rating remains stable despite rising energy costs. However, supply disruptions for food and fuel could imp...
17 Apr, 2026, 12.19 AM IST
For a few billion dollars, Pakistan has landed in dire straitsPakistan is facing big economic stress after the UAE has demanded repayment of a multibillion-dollar deposit. This has strained the country...
15 Apr, 2026, 12.03 AM IST
Pakistan says all options on table for funding, weighs strategic fuel reservePakistan is exploring various financing options, including Eurobonds and commercial debt, to replace a $3.5 billion UAE facility and bolste...
14 Apr, 2026, 08.43 AM IST
Rajasthan highway modernisation project gets $225 million World Bank boost, to benefit 3 million peopleThe World Bank has approved a USD 225 million loan for Rajasthan's highway modernization. This project will benefit over 3 million people b...
13 Apr, 2026, 06.09 PM IST
Iran war leaves crisis-scarred countries counting the costIran war: Sri Lanka, Egypt, and Pakistan are struggling with rising energy costs. The Iran war has worsened their economic situations. Thes...
13 Apr, 2026, 10.47 AM IST
India may oppose $1.3 billion IMF loan to PakistanIndia is considering opposing a $1.3 billion IMF loan to Pakistan, citing concerns about misuse of funds and support for terrorism. The IMF...
30 Apr, 2025, 01.10 AM IST
Pakistan paid over USD 3.5 billion in interest to IMFAccording to The Express Tribune, during the briefing by officials from the Ministry of Finance and the State Bank of Pakistan, it was disc...
02 Aug, 2024, 01.56 PM IST
Pakistan, IMF commence negotiations for release of $710 mn second tranche of $3 bn loanPakistan and the IMF have initiated discussions to secure the second tranche of a $3 billion bailout package, beginning on a positive note....
03 Nov, 2023, 02.21 PM IST
Bangladesh seeking IMF loan is a pragmatic call: Former foreign secretaryShahidul Haque emphasised that the country’s fundamentals are sound and its economy, agriculture, and services are doing extremely well, wi...
24 Aug, 2022, 11.57 AM IST
- Ireland swallows bitter pill, asks EU for loan
Debt-crippled Ireland has formally applied for a massive EU-IMF loan to stem the flight of capital from its banks.
22 Nov, 2010, 11.15 AM IST