Pakistan’s Trade Deficit Surges to $2.75 Billion in July 2025
Pakistan’s trade deficit reached $2.75 billion in July 2025, marking a sharp increase of over 44% compared to the $1.90 billion recorded in July 2024. On a month-on-month basis, the…
Power Division and SBP at Odds Over Rs. 431 Billion Pending Payments to Chinese IPPs
A serious dispute has surfaced between the Power Division and the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) regarding Rs. 431 billion ($1.54 billion) in unpaid dues to Chinese Independent Power Producers…
US Launches Visa Bond Pilot Program to Curb Overstays
US Launches Visa Bond Pilot Program to Curb Overstays The United States is set to launch a pilot program on August 20 that will allow consular officers to require visa…
NADRA Simplifies Succession Certificate Process Nationwide
The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has streamlined the process of obtaining Succession Certificates, offering greater ease and accessibility to citizens across Pakistan. As per the latest notification, legal…
Pakistan to Observe Four-Day Holiday from August 14 to 17
Pakistanis are set to enjoy an extended four-day holiday in August as two major events align just before the weekend, providing a rare stretch of national rest and celebration. The…
Pakistan Records Fiscal Deficit of 5.4% Despite High Debt Servicing
Despite facing economic challenges and high debt servicing costs, the Pakistani government managed to advance fiscal consolidation in FY 2023–24 through structural reforms and efforts to broaden the tax base,…
Spotify Hikes Premium Prices Globally Amid Rising Costs
Spotify has announced a global increase in its Premium subscription prices, impacting multiple regions including South Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Latin America, and Asia-Pacific. Affected users will be…
PTCL-Telenor Merger Faces Tough Scrutiny from Competition Commission
The proposed acquisition of Telenor Pakistan by Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has reached a pivotal stage, with senior PTCL officials recently appearing before the Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP)….
TI Pakistan Urges Govt to Enforce Generic Medicine Policy for Affordable Healthcare
Transparency International Pakistan (TI Pakistan) has once again called on the federal government to implement a generic medicine policy aimed at providing affordable and equitable access to essential medicines across…
CCP Uncovers Cartelization and Collusive Practices in Fertilizer Sector
The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has exposed signs of cartelization and collusive behavior among fertilizer manufacturers, raising serious concerns about competition in the sector. The findings were revealed in…
