Exclusive

Publication

Byline

Bushra Bibi allowed limited family meeting under strict instructionsPublished on: February 7, 2026 12:45 PM

ISLAMABAD, Feb. 7 -- After nearly three months of restrictions, Bushra Bibi, wife of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, was recently allowed to meet close relatives, including her daughter and sisters-... Read More


PSX slips on super tax worriesPublished on: February 7, 2026 12:44 AM

Pakistan, Feb. 7 -- The Pakistan equity market tumbled on Friday as investors grappled with concerns over a super tax on high-earning corporates and monitored developments on a US-India trade deal. T... Read More


Gold prices fall by Rs 21,400 per tolaPublished on: February 7, 2026 12:43 AM

Pakistan, Feb. 7 -- Gold prices witnessed a sharp decline in the local market on Friday, as the price of 24-karat gold per tola decreased by Rs 21,400 to settle at Rs 507,762, according to the All Pak... Read More


Weekly inflation witnesses slight increasePublished on: February 7, 2026 12:40 AM

Pakistan, Feb. 7 -- The weekly inflation, measured by the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI), witnessed a slight increase of 0.09 percent for the combined consumption group during the week ended on Febru... Read More


PM recognises NBP for contribution to economyPublished on: February 7, 2026 12:39 AM

Pakistan, Feb. 7 -- Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif has recognized National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) for its significant contributions to the national economy. During a ceremony held in Islam... Read More


SBP-held foreign reserves rise $56m to $16.16bnPublished on: February 7, 2026 12:39 AM

Pakistan, Feb. 7 -- Pakistan's foreign exchange reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) increased by $56 million during the week ended January 30, 2026, reaching $16.16 billion, according to... Read More


Skipper defends 'X factor' Usman Tariq's bowling action ahead of T20 World CupPublished on: February 7, 2026 12:27 AM

Pakistan, Feb. 7 -- Pakistan captain Salman Agha defended off-spinner Usman Tariq's unorthodox bowling action on Friday and called him the side's "X factor" on the eve of their Twenty20 World Cup open... Read More


Italy set for 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremonyPublished on: February 7, 2026 12:27 AM

Pakistan, Feb. 7 -- The Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics officially start with a star-studded opening ceremony at the San Siro Stadium on Friday, while US ski great Lindsey Vonn tests her injured knee in... Read More


Spin woes, injury and poor form dog Australia for T20 World CupPublished on: February 7, 2026 12:27 AM

Pakistan, Feb. 7 -- Captain Mitchell Marsh insists Australia can put their spin woes behind them at the T20 Cricket World Cup after a morale-sapping series defeat to Pakistan left their preparations i... Read More


Giannis stays with Bucks as NBA trade deadline passesPublished on: February 7, 2026 12:27 AM

Pakistan, Feb. 7 -- Giannis Antetokounmpo remained with the Milwaukee Bucks as the NBA trade deadline passed on Thursday, the team delaying any move until after the season ends. The 31-year-old Greek... Read More