Govt mulling expansion of BSF's operational mandate: Amit ShahUnion Home Minister Amit Shah announced plans to expand the Border Security Force's (BSF) role, under which a new 'territorial security' co...
29 May, 2026, 06.29 PM IST
Sonam Wangchuk rejects Ladakh LG's claims, reaffirms support to 'Cockroach Janta Party'Activist Sonam Wangchuk has strongly refuted claims made by Ladakh Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena. Wangchuk stated his meeting with the LG w...
28 May, 2026, 07.33 PM IST
Amit Shah orders razing of illegal structures along Indo-Pak borderUnion Home Minister Amit Shah has directed the authorities to enforce a strict zero tolerance policy against illegal constructions near the...
28 May, 2026, 12.00 AM IST
Pakistan plans oil reserves, storage push as Hormuz constraints expose vulnerabilitiesPakistan is proposing a bonded storage plan to boost its energy security by allowing international suppliers to hold petroleum stocks. The ...
26 May, 2026, 05.11 PM IST
Udaan’s pre-IPO top-up; Tata’s Assam chip hub test runHappy Monday! Udaan is in talks to raise fresh funds amid IPO talks. This and more in today's ETtech Morning Dispatch.
25 May, 2026, 07.54 AM IST
Bangladesh launches fresh offshore oil, gas tender with sweeter terms for foreign firmsBangladesh is seeking foreign investment for offshore oil and gas exploration. The country aims to increase its domestic gas supply and les...
24 May, 2026, 05.52 PM IST
Pakistan eyes PKR 100 bn defence hike in IMF-linked budgetPakistan is set to boost its defense budget by approximately PKR 100 billion. This move aligns with an International Monetary Fund program....
16 May, 2026, 11.25 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
IMF board clears Pakistan to access $1.32 billionThe International Monetary Fund on Friday approved reviews of Pakistan’s loan programmes, allowing the country to immediately access about ...
09 May, 2026, 06.17 AM IST
US-Iran war: Washington fires on Iranian oil tanker as Trump pressures Tehran for deal to end warIran war news: America fired on an Iranian oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman. President Trump is pressuring Tehran for a deal to end the war. ...
07 May, 2026, 09.05 AM IST
Fossil fuels no longer offer security. Clean energy canWhile historical energy crises spurred renewable adoption, current economic conditions like inflation and high interest rates pose investme...
02 May, 2026, 11.04 AM IST
Why are oil prices up while gold down now, and will Brent, US WTI crude futures continue to rise or experience wild swings?Why are oil prices up while gold down now, and will Brent, US WTI crude futures continue to rise or experience wild swings? Oil rose as Mid...
28 Apr, 2026, 03.35 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
IMF says next Pakistan funding review expected in second half of 2025The IMF expects to review Pakistan's funding in H2 2025 and is in talks on the FY2026 budget. Inflation control and a 1.6% primary surplus ...
24 May, 2025, 07.01 AM IST
IMF to review Pakistan's $1.3 bn package on May 9The IMF Executive Board is scheduled to meet on May 9 to discuss Pakistan's USD 1.3 billion climate resilience loan and the first review of...
29 Apr, 2025, 05.48 PM IST