KARACHI, June 18, 2026: Emirates launches the world’s first Comprehensive Travel Cover. With this move, it becomes the first airline to offer insurance that includes medical cover for conflict-related incidents. In addition, it provides airline-managed hotel stays and extended support during major travel disruptions. Moreover, Emirates rebooks passengers at no …
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ISLAMABAD, June 17 ,2026: Pakistan recorded a $459 million current account surplus in May 2026, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Wednesday. This marks a sharp reversal from the $276 million deficit in April, as the external sector showed continued improvement. Moreover, the cumulative …
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KARACHI, June 17: Pakistan’s IT exports rose 13% year-on-year to $373 million in May 2026, according to Topline Research. However, they fell 12% month-on-month due to fewer working days during Eid holidays. Moreover, cumulative IT exports for the first eleven months of FY26 (11MFY26) climbed to $4.2 billion, up 21% …
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Karachi, June 17, 2026: BankIslami, one of Pakistan’s fastest-growing Islamic banks, has signed a Technical Services Agreement with Al-Hilal Shariah Advisors. Through this deal, both institutions aim to enhance Shariah screening and equity monitoring through data-driven tools. Under the agreement, Al-Hilal Shariah Advisors will provide technical support for screening listed …
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KARACHI, 17 June 2026: The Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) has signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to introduce advanced robotic surgery systems. As a result, it is expanding access to minimally invasive, high-precision surgical care across Pakistan. Under the first agreement with MicroPort, AKUH will introduce the Toumai Surgical …
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KARACHI June 17,2026: Residents of FB Area Block 14, Naseerabad have been without gas supply for over 15 consecutive days, triggering frustration over what they describe as persistent negligence by the Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC). The prolonged outage has severely disrupted daily routines, forcing families to rely on restaurants …
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KARACHI:June 17,2026:SECP Chairman Dr. Kabir Ahmed Sidhu has outlined a digital-first vision for Pakistan’s capital markets, aimed at making investing accessible, affordable, and secure for every Pakistani through fintech and innovation. During his visit to the Central Depository Company (CDC), Dr. Sidhu emphasized the role of technology in simplifying investor …
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ISLAMABAD, June 15: Chinese investors have reaffirmed their long-term commitment to Pakistan’s capital markets. They responded positively after the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) resolved key regulatory issues, which paved the way for deeper financial cooperation. Moreover, a delegation from the Chinese consortium, led by the China Financial …
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KARACHI, June 15, 2026: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) posted a strong rally on Monday, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index gaining 4,639 points, or 2.69%, to close at 177,040, as investors welcomed the FY27 federal budget, the State Bank of Pakistan’s decision to keep interest rates unchanged, and optimism over …
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KARACHI, June 15, 2026: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Monday kept its key policy rate unchanged at 11.5%, citing a stable macroeconomic outlook despite rising inflation, slowing economic activity, and uncertainty linked to the prolonged Middle East conflict. Announcing its latest monetary policy, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) …
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