Business & Commerce


Iranian Rial Surges as US-Iran Peace Deal Sparks Market Optimism

Tehran, June 17, 2026: The Iranian rial recorded a significant gain in value after the…

Dollar Holds Near Rs279 as Saudi Riyal and UAE Dirham Remain Stable in Pakistan

Karachi, June 17, 2026: The Pakistani rupee remained largely stable against major foreign currencies in…

Gold Prices Drop in Pakistan — June 17, 2026

Gold prices in Pakistan witnessed a decline on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, following fluctuations in…

ECC Approves Rs 2.1 Billion for Islamabad Model Prison and Rs 5 Billion to Resolve Passport Printing Liabilities

ISLAMABAD — The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet has formally approved a series…

Microsoft Unveils Snapdragon X2-Powered Surface Pro and Surface Laptop with Up to 20-Hour Battery Life

REDMOND, Washington — Microsoft has officially expanded its hardware ecosystem with the debut of its…

Malaysia Waives All Interbank ATM and SRM Cash Withdrawal Fees Nationwide Effective July 1

KUALA LUMPUR — In a major consumer-centric shift, all commercial and financial institutions in Malaysia…

Pakistan Primed for Major Energy Gains If Iran Restrictions Ease, Says Finance Advisor Khurram Shahzad

ISLAMABAD — Pakistan stands to become the primary beneficiary of any international policy shifts that…

Information Minister Attaullah Tarar Terms Budget FY26-27 “Relief-Oriented” Following Rs 800 Billion FBR Enforcement Recovery

ISLAMABAD — Information Minister Attaullah Tarar on Wednesday strongly defended the proposed federal budget for…