Pakistan central bank raises key policy rate by 100 bps to 11.5%
The central bank had kept the policy rate unchanged in successive meetings since December before increasing it today
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Spotlight
Caught between wars, US Afghan allies trapped in Qatar without safe exit
Afghans at a former US base near Doha, evacuated for their ties to the US, fear Taliban reprisals if they return
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Igloo Ice Cream navigates new pressures after decades of survival
MD Karim Teli outlines challenges from exports, costs and competition in evolving market
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Can interest rate hike stop PSX rally?
Rising oil prices and the MPC decision are testing PSX momentum after a sharp weekly slide in KSE-100
Apr 26, 2026
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Shorts
UAE ranks first globally in entrepreneurship for fifth consecutive year
The UAE has topped the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor rankings for the fifth year running. Here's what drove the result and what it means for business
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Dubai launches rapid intervention vehicle to boost flood response capabilities
Authorities say vehicle cuts emergency response times by over 75%, improving safety and traffic flow during severe weather
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Pakistan issues new rules for transit trade to Iran
Order sets routes, customs requirements under bilateral transport pact
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Taxes, policy gaps drive cement prices higher: CCP report
Up to 38% of cost linked to duties as demand weakens and capacity stays underused
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The Melody Falls Silent: Legendary Singer Asha Bhosle Passes Away at 92
India loses its most versatile voice as the iconic playback singer succumbs to multi-organ failure in Mumbai, leaving behind an unmatched legacy of over 12,000 songs.
Legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle passed away at age 92 in Mumbai due to multi-organ failure.
She leaves behind an unmatched eight-decade career, having recorded over 12,000 songs across more than 20 languages.
Her last rites will be performed with full state honors at Shivaji Park in Mumbai.
Apr 12, 2026
Apr 12, 2026
Team-first Kane propelling Bayern to glory as PSG showdown looms
Harry Kane's team-first approach is driving Bayern Munich's Champions League charge as a semi-final against holders PSG looms in Paris on Tuesday
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United outclass Sultans to finish second on HBL PSL 2026 points table
Islamabad United will meet the table toppers Peshawar Zalmi in the Qualifier on Tuesday at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi
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Kingsmen outclass Pindiz to secure playoff spot, Qalandars eliminated
Kingsmen needed to restrict Rawalpindiz to 158 or less, and their bowlers bowled the opposition out for just 136
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China blocks Meta’s $2 billion acquisition of AI startup Manus
China’s regulators halted Meta’s $2 billion acquisition of AI startup Manus, citing national security concerns and ordering both parties to withdraw the deal
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