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Aurangzeb brings home IMF deal & global confidence

Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb concluded the fourth day of his visit to Washington, for the Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank with significant progress on economic diplomacy, said an official statement of the finance Ministry here on early Friday morning. The visit featured …

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Inflation to rise again ahead of budget & Eid-ul-Adha

There is likely rise in inflation again in the country ahead of the upcoming budget and Eid-ul-Adha. In its Monthly Economic Update and Outlook, the Ministry of Finance has released estimates related to inflation, projecting that inflation in May could potentially increase to between 3% and 4%. For the current …

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inDrive Delivery sees record growth

inDrive, the global peer-to-peer ride-hailing and delivery platform, has achieved its highest-ever growth in Pakistan’s delivery services during March 2025, with a record-breaking surge in demand during the week of Eid. As families gathered for iftars, shared Eid gifts, and businesses prepared for one of the busiest retail periods of …

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PM approves FED removal on property deals: FBR

In a meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on Finance, held under the chairmanship of Senator Saleem Mandviwalla of the Pakistan Peoples Party, a significant development unfolded regarding the ongoing investigation into money laundering through the import of solar panels. The sub-committee, established to probe the matter, requested additional time …

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FM reaffirms Pakistan’s dedication to engaging with IFIs

Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb engaged in a series of high-level meetings on the second day of his visit to Washington, for the annual spring meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank, focusing on Pakistan’s economic stability, ongoing reforms, and investment opportunities, says an official statement …

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IMF loan will give it funding visibility until 2027

Pakistan is looking to buy more goods from the US, including cotton and soybean, and remove non-tariff barriers to escape President Donald Trump’s high tariffs. The country is open to foreign direct investments from US firms in its recently opened minerals and mining sectors and is preparing to debut its …

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Mystery shrouds over murder of IIUI’s female student in private hostel

A 23-year-old female student of the International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI) was shot dead at a private hostel in the G-10/1 sector of the federal capital, police confirmed on Monday. According to FIR, the tragic incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday when an unidentified armed man gained access …

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PCC head meets Malysian FM

In a pivotal step toward strengthening regional cooperation in the digital economy, the Foreign Minister of Malaysia Mohamad Bin Haji Hasan met with Bilal Bin Saqib, CEO of the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC), to explore collaborative opportunities in blockchain technology, digital assets, and Shariah-compliant finance. The meeting focused on laying …

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Aurangzeb secures global backing in donor talks during Washington visitTop of Form

Pakistan’s Finance Minister, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, began his official visit to Washington with a series of high-level meetings on the sidelines of the 2025 Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank Group, focusing on deepening economic partnerships and advancing critical reforms. Muhammad Aurangzeb also thanked the …

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12 PU scholars abscond after scholarships, dismissed

Twelve faculty members of Punjab University have gone absconding after receiving scholarships worth millions of rupees, without fulfilling their obligation to rejoin university service. In response, the university administration has decided to approach the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) and other relevant authorities to initiate the recovery of the disbursed funds …

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