Pakistan says firing from Afghanistan kills one, injures five in South Waziristan
Shelling hits homes and a market in Lower South Waziristan as border tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan persist.
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SBP hikes policy rate to 12%: What it means for markets
SBP increases policy rate by 50 basis points as inflation outlook worsens
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Prudence, not panic: Reading the SBP’s 50bps policy rate hike
With $21.5 billion in reserves and an IMF deal in place, Pakistan’s rate hike aims to contain inflation amid a global energy shock
The decision should be assessed against the information available at the time, not judged in hindsight.
Healthier reserves have given Pakistan more room to manage economic pressures.
Policymakers must avoid mistaking stability for stagnation and focus on the rupee’s economic value rather than symbolism.
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Pakistan faces $21.5 billion in external debt repayments in FY27
SBP governor says around USD 10 billion in obligations is expected to be managed through rollovers and refinancing, with USD 5.5 billion still to be repaid
Oct 27, 2026
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UAE president honors flydubai crew on Israel-bound flight with First Class Order of Zayed II
UAE president honored flydubai crew of flight FZ1073 with the First Class Order of Zayed II for their courage during a Sept. 30 in-flight incident.
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Sheikh Mohammed urges UAE to raise national flag on Flag Day, Nov. 3
UAE Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai wants people across the seven emirates to share a moment of national pride
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Pakistan's petrol price falls as customs-duty component drops
Petrol falls to PKR 376.06 despite higher import costs, while diesel rises to PKR 398.07 under the latest fuel price revision
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Global aid shortfall could reach $179 billion by 2028, SIPRI warns
The global aid shortfall could hit $179 billion by 2028, SIPRI warns, as record military spending of $2.9 trillion coincides with deep aid cuts.
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Tiger Shroff shooting: Three suspects held after Mumbai attack, police say
Three suspects detained in Rajasthan after gunmen opened fire as he left a Mumbai event. Police say the Bollywood actor is safe.
Oct 19, 2026
Oct 19, 2026
Mitchell Starc claims six wickets as Australia fight back against South Africa
Starc's effectiveness with the second new ball helped Australia recover from their difficult start, allowing the visitors to dismiss the hosts before the end of the day's play
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Arsenal suffers humiliating Carabao Cup exit against fourth-tier Fleetwood Town
Fleetwood produced a disciplined performance to overcome the considerable gap between the two clubs in English football’s league system.
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Abhishek Sharma and India rewrite records in third T20 against New Zealand
The Wellington victory was therefore not merely a series-clinching performance but also a landmark occasion for India's explosive batting unit and Sharma's growing reputation as one of T20 cricket's most destructive hitters.
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Saudi air defenses intercept Houthi ballistic missile targeting Taif
Saudi-led coalition air defenses intercept and destroy Houthi ballistic missile targeting Taif, with debris falling in uninhabited areas and no reported casualties or damage
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