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Urban Pakistanis Show Rising Confidence in Meeting Household Expenses: Survey
A new survey shows 51% of Pakistan’s urban population say they can meet expenses on current income — double last year’s 25%. Men (56%) show higher satisfaction than women (44%).
Muhammad Hashir
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Pakistan Offers IAEA Scholarships to Boost Nuclear Science & Development
Pakistan pledges 25 scholarships — including 5 for women under the Marie Curie Fellowship — to IAEA member states, reaffirming its commitment to nuclear safety & sustainable development.
Muhammad Hashir
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Dollar Dips Slightly as SBP Raises Rs 201.9B Through T-Bills
The US dollar fell by 3 paisa in interbank, closing at Rs 281.47. Meanwhile, SBP raised Rs 201.9B via treasury bills—exceeding its Rs 175B target.
Muhammad Hashir
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Sindh Govt Abolishes Contributory Pension Scheme, Restores Old Pension System
Sindh govt scraps the contributory pension scheme for new employees & restores the old pension system — reversing last year’s cabinet decision.
Muhammad Hashir
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Pakistan Meets 51 IMF Conditions Ahead of Upcoming Mission, Some Targets Pending
Pakistan completes 51 IMF conditions, including gas tariff adjustments, budget approval, and tax reforms, ahead of the IMF mission. Some governance targets remain pending.
Muhammad Hashir
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State Bank of Pakistan Reports Growth in Bank Deposits Amid Slight Decline in Advances
Bank deposits in Pakistan rose by Rs 183B in August to Rs 34,463B, while advances fell by Rs 72B. Investment grew by Rs 112B, with deposit-investment ratio at 105.3%.
Muhammad Hashir
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Govt Prepares to Transfer SBP Governor’s Salary Authority Back to President
After SECP, govt targets SBP reforms. Senator Anusha Rehman tables bill to shift salary-setting power of SBP Governor from Board to President, citing transparency concerns.
Muhammad Hashir
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Finance Ministry Says Debt Remains Sustainable Despite Rs9tr Surge
Pakistan’s debt rises by Rs9tr in FY25, but Finance Ministry insists sustainability has improved with debt-to-GDP ratio down to 70% and record surpluses.
Muhammad Hashir
