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A fresh Mediterranean boat disaster has left at least 20 Pakistanis missing, with officials saying many had travelled under the guise of Umrah or third-country visit visas before reaching Libya. The case has triggered a new FIA probe into trafficking networks operating across Punjab.
Peshawar Zalmi defeated Hyderabad Kingsmen by four wickets in a dramatic last-ball PSL finish in Karachi. Iftikhar Ahmed’s late hitting and Aamir Jamal’s final run sealed a win that could prove pivotal in the tournament race.
Pakistan’s parliament showed rare cross-party unity as government and opposition lawmakers backed Islamabad’s efforts to support regional peace after the US-Iran ceasefire. The debate signaled broad political support for continued diplomacy and for any talks that could turn a temporary truce into a lasting settlement.
Doctors in Pakistan say mpox has now been detected in newborn babies, raising fears of local transmission and poor infection control in hospitals. Specialists are urging immediate isolation, better hygiene standards and faster reporting to stop the disease from spreading further.
IMF will send a mission to Pakistan next month to help finalise the 2026-27 budget, with a proposed FBR revenue target of Rs15.564 trillion. The coming talks are expected to shape tax relief, withholding tax changes and the overall direction of Pakistan’s economic policy.
Rising petrol costs and fears of supply disruption are pushing more Pakistanis toward electric bikes and scooters. The trend is being reinforced by subsidies, financing support and the promise of lower running costs in a fuel-stressed economy.
Pakistan could face internet slowdowns or temporary outages from April 9 to April 13 after Transworld announced scheduled maintenance on its submarine cable system. The advisory has drawn attention because any disruption to international connectivity can affect households, freelancers, businesses and digital services nationwide.
Pakistan has launched a one-day, one-window Hajj facilitation system at 10 camps nationwide, allowing pilgrims to complete training, vaccination, documentation and travel formalities in a single visit. The move is aimed at easing costs, reducing delays and simplifying pre-departure arrangements for around 119,000 applicants.
Pakistan has removed the acting OGRA chairman after criticism over fuel pricing, stock visibility and slow supply-chain automation, appointing Nabeel Ahmed Awan on an interim basis. The move reflects growing pressure on the government to tighten energy-sector oversight as petroleum costs and market transparency remain major public concerns.
Pakistan is reviewing a possible reduction of Rs. 30 to Rs. 60 per litre in petrol prices after a sharp drop in global oil markets. The move, could provide broad relief to consumers, transporters and inflation-hit sectors if the government approves the adjustment after its ongoing review.
Gold in Pakistan jumped by Rs. 15,700 per tola to Rs. 504,162 on April 8, while 10 grams rose to Rs. 432,237 as international bullion rallied sharply. The move pushed local prices above the Rs. 500,000 mark despite easing immediate Gulf war fears, highlighting persistent investor demand for safe-haven assets.
Pakistan Stock Exchange’s KSE-100 index jumped 12,362.38 points, or 8.15 per cent, in intraday trade on April 8 after news of a US-Iran ceasefire improved investor sentiment. The move triggered a temporary trading halt and set a new record for the largest single-day gain in absolute terms in PSX history.
