US indicated it would not ease Russian oil sanctions again, EU's Sefcovic saysEuropean Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic discussed U.S. sanctions relief on Russian oil with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. Sefco...
25 Apr, 2026, 06.35 AM IST
Pakistan, ‘strangled’ by economic strain, steps up Iran peace pushPakistan's economy is struggling due to the US-Israel war on Iran. Rising fuel costs and rolling blackouts are devastating businesses. Cons...
21 Apr, 2026, 02.53 PM IST
UAE asks US for a wartime financial lifeline as Iran conflict drags: ReportThe United Arab Emirates is in discussions with the United States regarding a potential financial backstop. This measure is being considere...
20 Apr, 2026, 09.13 AM 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
Pakistan keen for early approval for next IMF tranche: AurangzebPakistan is eager for the International Monetary Fund's next loan installment. A Fund team will visit next month for crucial review talks. ...
18 Apr, 2026, 11.46 AM IST
Hopes rise for Iran war deal despite nuclear sticking pointsOptimism is rising that the Iran war could be nearing a resolution after mediation efforts—led in part by Asim Munir—made progress on key i...
16 Apr, 2026, 04.53 PM IST
US Israel-Iran War Day 47: Pakistan mediation, IMF risk warnings and Trump’s ceasefire optimism drive parallel tracksIran War Day 47 Updates: The Iran-Israel war continues with signs of peace talks emerging. US President Donald Trump believes the conflict ...
15 Apr, 2026, 10.26 PM IST
Why stock market rose today? Sensex soars over 1,200 points, Nifty settles above 24,200. 5 key factors explainedIndian stock markets surged on Wednesday. The Sensex and Nifty saw substantial gains. Easing oil prices and renewed hopes for US-Iran peace...
15 Apr, 2026, 03.51 PM IST
Pakistan’s KSE-100 surges 10,000 points in 2 days on US-Iran peace talk optimismPakistan's stock markets surged for a second consecutive session, with the KSE-100 index gaining significantly amid hopes of renewed US-Ira...
15 Apr, 2026, 01.20 PM IST
Pakistan's stock markets rally: KSE-100 jumps 4,000 points on hopes for new US-Iran peace talks. What lies ahead?Pakistan’s stock markets surged on Tuesday, with the KSE-100 jumping nearly 4,000 points amid renewed optimism over possible fresh US-Iran ...
14 Apr, 2026, 11.58 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
Stocks sink, Iran move falters: Pakistan is a high-beta nationPakistan's attempt to mediate US-Iran talks and a related stock market rally ended quickly. The country's fortunes are tied to external eve...
13 Apr, 2026, 09.04 PM IST
Pakistan stock markets crash: KSE 100 plunges 6,000 points as US-Iran ceasefire talks collapsePakistan’s stock markets crashed on Monday, with its benchmark index KSE 100 plunging nearly 6,000 points after the ceasefire talks between...
13 Apr, 2026, 02.41 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
IMF says it has made progress in Pakistan funding talksThe International Monetary Fund has reported significant progress in its discussions with Pakistan regarding funding facilities. Talks are ...
12 Mar, 2026, 10.04 AM IST
IMF asks Pakistan to 'impose' tax on monthly pensions, says 'new bailout programme' will require reformsThe International Monetary Fund (IMF) has requested Pakistan to impose a tax on monthly pensions exceeding Rs 100,000 as part of a new bail...
20 May, 2024, 11.38 AM IST
Pakistan set to resume talks with IMF next week to revive USD 6 billion loan packagePakistan and the IMF had signed the USD 6 billion deal in July 2019 but the programme was derailed in January 2020 and restored briefly in ...
03 Oct, 2021, 11.52 AM IST