Pakistan seeks $10 billion US stabilization facility to shore up reservesPakistan has requested a ten billion dollar exchange stabilization facility from the United States. This loan aims to bolster foreign excha...
22 Jul, 2026, 06.38 AM IST
India engaged with the US, studying all the developments: Govt tells ParliamentThe government told Parliament it is closely monitoring developments in its trade relationship with the US and remains engaged with Washing...
21 Jul, 2026, 07.28 PM IST
US and Iran dig in over the Strait of Hormuz, showing the limits of intensifying airstrikesThe United States and Iran are engaged in daily bombings over the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump's strategy of escalating airstrikes fac...
21 Jul, 2026, 10.12 AM IST
Pakistan's current account slips into $139m deficit in FY26Pakistan registered a current account deficit of USD 139 million in the last fiscal year. This marked a reversal from the previous year's s...
18 Jul, 2026, 12.41 PM IST
Saudi Arabia rolls over $3 billion loan to Pakistan: ReportSaudi Arabia has rolled over its USD 3 billion debt to Pakistan. Pakistan's finance minister confirmed the debt rollover was completed. The...
17 Jul, 2026, 03.07 PM IST
From mediator to marketer: Pakistan lobbies for a bigger US rolePakistan hired a US lobbying firm to boost security cooperation and minerals investment. The two-year agreement aims to convert goodwill in...
17 Jul, 2026, 08.45 AM IST
India's space sector takes off as private rocket readies launchIndia has sent spacecraft to Mars and the Moon, put hundreds of satellites into orbit and will in the coming days launch its first privatel...
17 Jul, 2026, 08.12 AM IST
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif warns of risk to economy amid renewed West Asia tensionsPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif warned of economic risks due to regional conflict. He directed authorities to maintain full preparedness for ...
16 Jul, 2026, 10.46 PM IST
Asian refiners may be the surprise winners of fresh fuels crunchAsian refiners are well positioned to ship petroleum products globally. Renewed Middle East conflict and Russian diesel export bans are tig...
16 Jul, 2026, 02.25 PM IST
Strait of Hormuz closure must end within weeks or global economy will suffer, IEA chief warnsGlobal economic headwinds could emerge if Strait of Hormuz disruptions continue for weeks. Financial markets show anxiety over escalating c...
16 Jul, 2026, 07.27 AM IST
Forced labour explained: Why India changed its import policyIndia has amended its Foreign Trade Policy to prohibit imports of goods made using forced labour. This move creates a legal framework for b...
15 Jul, 2026, 12.39 PM IST
India, US have framework trade deal ready; signing awaits right time: OfficialIndia and the United States are progressing well on a trade agreement framework. This framework deal is ready and will be signed at the app...
13 Jul, 2026, 05.30 PM IST
Fuel price hike triggers surge in public transport fares across PakistanPublic transport fares have risen across Pakistan following a significant petroleum price increase. Transport operators cited higher fuel c...
13 Jul, 2026, 07.26 AM IST
A nuclear debut in Bangladesh tests developing world’s atomic shiftBangladesh's first nuclear power plant is nearing completion on the Padma river banks. This facility will supply a substantial portion of t...
12 Jul, 2026, 10.32 AM IST
IMF lowers 2026 global growth outlook to 3%, projects 3.4% growth in 2027The International Monetary Fund has adjusted its global growth prediction for 2026, reflecting the adverse effects of warfare and rapid tec...
10 Jul, 2026, 06.07 PM IST
In Pakistan, not just living but dying too is getting more expensiveFuneral expenses in Rawalpindi are becoming unaffordable for many families. Low-income households now borrow money for burial rites and ser...
07 Jul, 2026, 09.22 PM IST
USTR's Sec 301 probe on forced labour concerns: India urges reconsideration of proposed 12.5 pc tariffsIndia has asked the US to reconsider proposed tariffs on its goods. The US Trade Representative is considering a 12.5 percent tariff on Ind...
07 Jul, 2026, 08.48 PM IST