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Small traders seek clarity as fixed tax scheme moves toward rolloutPublished on: June 9, 2026 4:59 AM

Pakistan, June 9 -- Small traders and business leaders have urged authorities to focus on clarity, affordability and smooth execution to ensure wider acceptance and compliance of recently announced fi... Read More


Engro, Baidu sign MoU to explore AI cooperation across regionPublished on: June 9, 2026 4:59 AM

Pakistan, June 9 -- Pakistan's diversified conglomerate Engro and Chinese technology giant Baidu have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to explore collaboration in artificial intelligence (AI... Read More


Pakistan reviews auto policy to accelerate electric vehicle adoptionPublished on: June 9, 2026 4:58 AM

Pakistan, June 9 -- Pakistan is reviewing its automotive policy with a renewed focus on accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), the deputy prime minister's office said on Monday, as the ... Read More


Gold prices decline by Rs 3,094 per tolaPublished on: June 9, 2026 4:58 AM

Pakistan, June 9 -- The prices of gold witnessed a decline in the local market on Monday, with 24 karat gold per tola decreasing by Rs 3,094 to settle at Rs 452,233 compared to Rs 455,327 on the previ... Read More


PSX rebounds sharply after volatile sessionPublished on: June 9, 2026 4:57 PM

Pakistan, June 9 -- Pakistan Stock Exchange staged a strong recovery on Tuesday, with the KSE-100 Index gaining nearly 1,600 points. The rally reflected improving investor confidence after recent mark... Read More


Xi says North Korea visit deepens bilateral understandingPublished on: June 9, 2026 4:57 PM

Pakistan, June 9 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping has said his latest visit to North Korea has deepened mutual understanding between the two countries, marking what officials described as a new phase i... Read More


Black salt gains attention for promising health benefitsPublished on: June 9, 2026 4:57 PM

Pakistan, June 9 -- A recent scientific review has drawn attention to black salt, highlighting its potential health benefits beyond its traditional use as a seasoning. Researchers say the mineral-rich... Read More


Middle East peace breakthrough nears, TrumpPublished on: June 9, 2026 4:51 PM

Pakistan, June 9 -- US President Donald Trump said a Middle East peace deal could be reached within days. He described negotiations as being in their final stages. The potential agreement matters for ... Read More


Rupee gains 1 paisa against US dollarPublished on: June 9, 2026 4:50 AM

Pakistan, June 9 -- The Rupee on Monday appreciated by 1 paisa against the US Dollar in interbank trading and closed at Rs278.40 compared to the previous day's closing of Rs278.41. According to the Fo... Read More


secp eases licensing rules for foreign investors in financial sectorPublished on: June 9, 2026 4:50 AM

Pakistan, June 9 -- The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), in a major facilitation measure, has allowed companies with foreign sponsors or directors to submit licensing application... Read More