SBP receives $1.3 b under IMF’s EFF, RSF programs
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), informed that it has received about US$1.3 billion under the International Monetary Fund’s EFF program and climate related Resilience and Sustainability Facility.
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CCP Clears United Ethanol PCRCL Stake Deal
The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has approved the acquisition of shareholding in Pakistan Corporate Restructuring Company Limited (PCRCL) by United Ethanol Industries Limited following a Phase-I competition assessment conducted under the Competition Act, 2010.
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Spotify Marks 20th Anniversary with “Spotify 20: Your Party of the Year(s)” – A Personalized In-App Experience Celebrating Fans’ Listening Journeys
Starting today, fans can unlock the “Spotify 20: Your Party of the Year(s)” experience within the Spotify app, offering a nostalgic and highly shareable experience that brings their listening journey to life.
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Al-Ghazi Tractors champions mechanization at the 19th Agri Asia Conference
Al-Ghazi Tractors Limited (AGTL) recently participated in the three day 19th International Agri Asia Exhibition & Conference 2026, reaffirming its longstanding commitment to advancing agricultural mechanization and supporting Pakistan’s farming community. The exhibition was recently held in Lahore and brought together key stakeholders from across Pakistan’s agriculture and livestock sectors.
Media Has Key Role in Building Public Understanding of Power Sector, Says Awais Leghari
Minister for Energy (Power Division) Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari emphasised the need for accurate and balanced reporting on Pakistan’s power sector, stating that misinformation and incomplete analyses often contribute to public misconceptions regarding electricity pricing, reforms, and sector performance.
Experts Warn AI Could Deepen Inequality Without Digital Skills Push for Women in Pakistan
Experts at a Gender & Economy Conference warned that emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) could either significantly expand economic opportunities for women or further deepen existing inequalities, depending on access to education and digital skills.
Gwadar Port Slashes Charges to Attract Global Shipping Lines
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry announced sweeping reductions in tariff rates at Gwadar Port aimed at strengthening the deep-sea facility’s position as a competitive regional logistics and transshipment hub.
When a Network Goes Beyond the Signal: PTCL & Ufone Partner with Oladoc to Bring Free Mental Health Support to Pakistan’s New Mothers
Today, on Mother’s Day 2026, Pakistan’s largest integrated telecommunications company, PTCL and Ufone announce the launch of #MoreSupportForMothers: a nationwide initiative that pairs awareness with action, first-of-its-kind mental health initiative in the telecom industry. In partnership with Oladoc, Pakistan’s leading digital health platform, PTCL and Ufone are making free consultations with certified psychiatrists available to mothers across Pakistan accessible today through the UPTCL app, at no cost and with no barriers.