Gold prices today in Pakistan – April 22, 2026
- 22-Apr-2026
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan declined on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, tracking a downward trend in the international bullion market amid shifting geopolitical developments. According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association, the price of 24-karat gold per tola dropped by Rs 1,200 to settle at Rs 498,962, compared to Rs 500,162 in […]
PSX gains 12,362 points after Trump announces ceasefire with Iran
- 08-Apr-2026
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a strong surge at the start of trading on Wednesday, with the market gaining significant momentum after US President Donald Trump announced ceasefire with Iran. At the opening bell, the benchmark KSE-100 Index rose by 12,362 points, marking an increase of 8.5 per cent. The rally pushed the index […]
LPG, petrol shipments arrive at Port Qasim
- 27-Mar-2026
KARACHI: The government has stepped up efforts to tackle the energy situation, with multiple shipments of LPG and petrol arriving at Port Qasim, officials said on Thursday. Authorities confirmed that there is no shortage of LPG or petroleum products in the country, adding that more vessels are expected in the coming days to ensure a […]
Train service disrupts in Pakistan
- 25-Mar-2026
Train operations across parts of Pakistan have been severely affected following the Tezgam train accident in Lodhran, railway officials say. According to Pakistan Railways, delays of between 15 and 20 hours are being reported in train arrivals and departures. Four trains departing from Karachi to inland cities have been cancelled. These include the Sukkur Express […]
Pakistan receives petrol, crude oil tankers at Port Qasim
- 18-Mar-2026
KARACHI: The arrival of petrol and crude oil tankers continues at Port Qasim, Karachi as Pakistan government is securing fuel amid Middle East crisis. According to details, two petrol shipments and one diesel-laden tanker have recently reached the port, while additional vessels carrying petrol and crude oil are currently stationed at the outer anchorage awaiting […]
Shaheryar Chishty appointed acting chairman of K-Electric
- 17-Mar-2026
KARACHI: Shaheryar Chishty has been appointed as the acting chairman of K-Electric ahead of the election for a permanent position. According to details, Chishty was named interim chairman in a meeting held today, prior to the formal selection of the next chairman. He will continue to perform duties in this role until the new board […]
Pakistan receives shipment of 50,000 metric tonnes petrol
- 10-Mar-2026
KARACHI: Pakistan’s energy sector received its first shipment of crude oil since the closure of the Strait of Hormuz after US-Israel, Iran conflict, ARY News reported on Tuesday. As per details, concerns over an immediate petrol shortage in Pakistan have begun to ease as fuel shipments start arriving at Karachi’s Port Qasim. According to port […]
Federal minister announces demurrage waiver on KPT auctioned containers
- 09-Mar-2026
KARACHI: Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Junaid Anwar Chaudhry has announced a waiver of demurrage charges on auctioned containers at the Karachi Port Trust (KPT), aiming to reduce congestion at the country’s busiest port. The decision was made in collaboration with private terminal operators at KPT. Under the new measure, KPT will not collect demurrage […]
State Bank announces latest monetary policy
- 09-Mar-2026
ISLAMABAD: The State Bank of Pakistan’s (SBP) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has decided to keep the policy rate unchanged at 10.5 percent, citing global economic uncertainties driven by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and rising costs of fuel, logistics, and insurance, ARY News reported. The central bank highlighted that inflation in Pakistan surged […]
Train fares hiked ahead of Eid 2026 after petrol price hike
- 08-Mar-2026
LAHORE: Pakistan Railways has announced an increase in train fares following a recent rise in diesel prices, a move that comes just days before Eid-ul-Fitr and is expected to place an additional financial burden on passengers, ARY News reported. A spokesperson for Pakistan Railways said the train fare adjustment was unavoidable due to a 20 […]