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Pakistan, China deepen mineral ties with new digital platform

Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD:  Pakistan and China deepened their strategic partnership in the minerals sector today with the successful convening of the Pak–China Mineral Cooperation Forum at the Jinnah Convention Centre in Islamabad. The event, organized by the China Chamber of Commerce in Pakistan (CCCPK), drew over 800 participants, including representatives …

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FIR lodged against Faisal Town over alleged land fraud

Aftab Maken RAWALPINDI: The Rawalpindi Development Authority (RDA) has initiated a major legal crackdown against the management of the “Faisal Town” housing scheme, filing a formal First Information Report (FIR) over allegations of widespread fraud, illegal plot sales, and the violation of approved development plans. The FIR (No. 15/26) was …

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Laiba Khan tie the knot in Madina

BeNewz Report KARACHI: Pakistani showbiz actress Laiba Khan has begun a new chapter in her life after tying the knot, sharing the joyful news with her fans in a heartfelt social media announcement. The actress revealed that her nikkah took place in the holy city of Madinah, making the occasion …

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Pakistan U19 crush New Zealand by 8 wickets

BeNewz Report HARARE:  In a commanding performance during the ICC Men’s Under-19 World Cup Super Sixes Group 2, Pakistan Under-19s thrashed New Zealand Under-19s by eight wickets with a massive 197 balls to spare. The match at Harare Sports Club showcased Pakistan’s bowling prowess and clinical chasing, boosting their net …

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Pakistan posts broad-based recovery in H1 of FY26

By Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s economy delivered a stretch of rare macroeconomic calm in the first half of FY2026, with easing inflation, a revival in large-scale manufacturing, firmer foreign exchange buffers and a steady rupee combining to lift investor confidence and policy credibility. Official data for July–December show a stabilizing …

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S&P Global aligns closely with SBP on inflation & growth outlook

BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: S&P Global Market Intelligence has unveiled its latest macroeconomic projections for Pakistan, painting an optimistic yet cautious picture of easing inflation, manageable current account deficits, and accelerating growth. Released this week, the forecasts largely mirror the State Bank of Pakistan’s (SBP) recent guidance, signaling broad consensus among …

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“Sanwal Yaar Piya” Finale sparks fierce fan divide

BeNewz Report KARACHI: As Geo TV’s mega-hit drama Sanwal Yaar Piya gears up for its grand finale tomorrow, the passionate fanbase has turned the social media battlefield into a full-blown war of words. The emotionally charged love triangle—centered on Sanwal (Feroze Khan), Piya (Durefishan Saleem), and Aliyar (Ahmed Ali Akbar)—has …

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Power sector circular debt climbs Rs75bn despite massive bailouts

Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s power sector circular debt rose by Rs75 billion in the first half of FY26 (July-December 2025), reaching Rs1.689 trillion—a 4.65% increase despite government capital injections of Rs780 billion and Rs1.225 trillion in commercial borrowing at lower rates during FY25. At the end of June 2025, the …

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World Cup participation decision likely Friday or next Monday

BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: Pakistan have deferred their decision on participation in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 till “Friday or next Monday”, according to PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi. Naqvi met with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday to discuss the matter, two days after he said Pakistan’s participation in …

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Pakistan’s participation in T20 World Cup 2026 remains still uncertain

Abdullah Zahid LAHORE: The fate of Pakistan’s involvement in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 hangs in the balance amid ongoing consultations at the highest levels of government. Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi is expected to meet Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif today (Monday) to discuss the matter, …

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