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Pakistan Rejects India's Attempts to Politicize IMF Program
Pakistan rejects India’s attempts to politicize the IMF program, reaffirming its commitment to economic stability. The $7B IMF bailout and $1.3B climate loan are vital for recovery.
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Flour Price Soars in Lahore: 20kg Bag Hits Rs1230
Flour price spikes in Lahore — a 20kg bag now costs Rs1230, up by Rs130 in just two weeks. Millers blame high wheat prices, now above Rs2300 per maund.
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Pakistan's Trade Deficit Reaches Record High of $3.39 Billion in April 2025
Pakistan's trade deficit in April 2025 reached $3.39 billion, a 55% increase. Experts blame the reversal of the import control policy for rising imports and falling exports.
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India Requests IMF to Review Loans to Pakistan Amid Rising Tensions
India urges IMF to review loans to Pakistan amid tensions after Pahalgam attack; Pakistan says IMF program is on track and successful.
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IMF Forecasts 2.6% Growth for Pakistan Amid Regional Tensions and Global Trade Uncertainty
IMF forecasts Pakistan’s GDP growth at 2.6% in FY2025, with a recovery to 3.6% next year. Inflation decreases, but external risks like regional conflicts and trade tensions loom large.
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PM Shehbaz Sharif Prioritizes Diamer-Bhasha Dam & Free Market for Electricity Production
PM Shehbaz Sharif directs priority completion of Diamer-Bhasha Dam & the creation of a free electricity market to lower tariffs & ensure a sustainable supply. Reforms set to save Rs 4743 billion!
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CCP Exposes Price-Fixing Cartel in DOC Market, Highlights Impact on Poultry Prices
The CCP uncovers a cartel in the DOC market involving eight major hatcheries, fixing prices via WhatsApp. This price-fixing has inflated poultry costs, with DOC prices surging by 346% between 2020-2021.
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KSE-100 Index Falls 3.09% Amid Rising Pakistan-India Tensions
The KSE-100 index plunged 3.09% today, losing 3,545.61 points, amid fears of potential Indian military action against Pakistan. Experts attribute the decline to heightened geopolitical tensions following the Information Minister's statement.
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