BeNewz Report AHMEDABAD: South Africa defeated India by 76 runs in a high-stakes Super Eights Group 1 encounter of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 in Ahmedabad, strengthening their push toward the semi-finals. In the 43rd match of the tournament at the Narendra Modi Stadium on February 22, 2026, …
Read More »Gas circular debt hits Rs3,283bn; Sui firms face Rs 60bn loss
Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s gas sector circular debt has surged to Rs 3,283 billion, piling pressure on public finances as Sui Northern and Sui Southern report combined annual losses of Rs 60 billion from theft and leakages. The disclosure came during a meeting of the National Assembly of Pakistan Standing …
Read More »Weekly inflation surges 1.16% ahead of Ramazan
Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Short-term inflation in Pakistan accelerated sharply this week, with the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) rising by 1.16% for the week ended February 19, 2026, according to the latest data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). The SPI, which tracks prices of 51 essential commodities across …
Read More »ECC approves Rs 19 bn for PM Ramzan package 2026
Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet on Thursday approved the immediate release of Rs 19 billion for the Prime Minister’s Ramzan Relief Package (PMRRP) 2026 to ensure the prompt commencement of disbursements ahead of the holy month. The meeting was chaired remotely by Federal Minister …
Read More »Pakistan thrash Namibia by 102 runs to qualify for super8
BeNewz Report COLUMBO: Pakistan stormed into the Super Eight stage of the T20 World Cup with a commanding 102-run victory over Namibia in the 35th match of the tournament played in Colombo. The emphatic win not only showcased Pakistan’s batting firepower but also highlighted their dominance with the ball, as …
Read More »Pakistan wins two global awards for $1 bn
BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has secured two prestigious international honors at the IFN Deals of the Year Awards 2025, with its landmark US$1 billion syndicated financing transaction receiving global recognition in the Islamic finance industry. According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Finance, the transaction has been awarded …
Read More »India, Sri Lanka storm into super 8 as T20 world cup
BeNewz Report COLUMBO: The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 group stage is reaching a dramatic climax, with several heavyweights sealing their places in the Super 8 while others fight for survival in the co-hosted tournament across India and Sri Lanka. In Group A, India have set the pace with …
Read More »Prosumer rules 2026 invites public feedback
Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: In a move aimed at calming market jitters and addressing mounting public concern, the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has issued a draft amendment to its Prosumer Regulations 2026, making it clear that existing solar net metering consumers will face no changes to their current arrangements. …
Read More »POL prices likely to up from Feb 16
Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Consumers in Pakistan are bracing for yet another increase in fuel prices starting February 16, 2026, as industry sources and preliminary calculations point to upward adjustments in petroleum product rates. This comes amid ongoing pressures from global oil prices, exchange rate fluctuations, and domestic fiscal considerations. According …
Read More »Zimbabwe deliver stunning upset over Australia in T20 world cup
BeNewz Report COLOMBO: The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 has its first major upset: Zimbabwe stunned former champions Australia by 23 runs in a dramatic Group B encounter at the R. Premadasa Stadium on February 13, 2026. This historic victory not only marks Zimbabwe’s second straight win but also …
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