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Pakistan may head into summer with a serious electricity supply gap as LNG and coal constraints squeeze power generation. Officials are weighing costlier fallback options, with tariff hikes and load-shedding emerging as likely outcomes.
Euronet Pakistan and Keenu have extended their partnership for a third five-year term to deepen digital payment services for merchants nationwide. The renewal is being positioned as a long-term investment in Pakistan’s evolving payments infrastructure.
PIA has resumed direct London flights from Pakistan after a six-year break, signalling a major recovery milestone for the airline. Officials say the restart will benefit travellers and support plans to reopen more international routes.
FBR has started probing reward payouts of Rs. 48.4 crore after fresh audit-related questions surfaced. The case puts the spotlight on accountability, internal controls and public-sector financial oversight.
Pakistan has won a staff-level IMF agreement that may release about $1.2 billion after formal approval. The breakthrough is trending as a major sign of economic support and reform continuity.
Pakistan has increased kerosene prices while holding petrol and diesel steady after direct intervention by the prime minister. The decision has gone viral because it blends consumer relief with renewed concern over the country's fuel and fiscal pressures.
Samaa highlighted a double energy boost for Pakistan: fresh LPG arrivals and a major gas discovery in Kohat. The story gained momentum because it raised hopes of better supply and stronger energy security.
A proposed World Bank energy loan for Pakistan emerged as a major business story today. The expected funding is seen as important for power-sector reform, grid improvements and longer-term energy stability.
Pakistan's federal and provincial governments have accelerated work on a technology-backed fuel subsidy model as global oil pressures mount. Officials say supplies remain stable, but any relief plan must be targeted and fiscally manageable.
The IMF has shared its policy framework with Pakistan as talks continue over the next review and fund release. Budget targets, tax collection goals and faster fuel price adjustments are central to the discussion.
The Finance Ministry has rejected the draft Pakistan Maritime and Port Authority law over governance, autonomy and IMF-related concerns. It has called for a revised framework with stricter oversight, structural separation and stronger financial controls.
Islamabad has introduced a relief package for hotel developers by easing FAR charges after cabinet approval. Officials say the move is designed to attract investment, promote vertical growth and expand hospitality infrastructure under strict compliance rules.
