A recent report by the U.S.-based research organization World Population Review reveals that India has emerged as the seventh most indebted country globally, with a total national debt reaching $3 trillion. This translates to approximately $504 in debt per Indian citizen. Despite significant economic progress, the country continues to allocate billions of dollars annually to interest payments,
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President Trump Imposes 100% Tariff on Chinese Imports Amid Rising U.S.-China Trade Tensions
18 October, 2025 0 7U.S. President Donald Trump has declared the introduction of a 100% tariff on all imports from China, set to take effect by November or potentially earlier. This decision comes in response to what he described as China’s aggressive and unfair trade practices. According to the announcement, China intends to implement sweeping export bans covering almost all goods starting on November 1, signaling
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Pakistani Rupee Gains Slightly Against US Dollar, Declines Versus Euro and Swiss Franc
18 October, 2025 0 6The Pakistani rupee showed a slight gain against the US dollar in the inter-bank market, closing at 281.10 rupees per dollar, up by 0.01 rupees from the previous session. According to the State Bank of Pakistan, the local currency had settled at 281.11 rupees on Thursday. In the open market, exchange companies quoted the dollar at 281.15 rupees for buying and 282.15 rupees for selling.
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Airports Authority of Pakistan Invites Tenders for New International Airport Construction
18 October, 2025 0 8The Pakistan Airports Authority has opened the bidding process for consultants to participate in the development of a new airport in Sukkur. The call targets firms specializing in airport design, master planning, and feasibility studies. Interested companies are required to submit their applications to the Planning and Development Directorate by October 22.
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Sindh Launches One-Click Business License System to Eliminate Red Tape and Boost Ease of Doing Business
17 October, 2025 0 6The Sindh government has introduced a digital one-click licensing system aimed at transforming how businesses obtain permits and registrations across the province. As part of the World Bank-supported economic reform agenda, this new initiative eliminates long queues, excessive paperwork, and bureaucratic hurdles by digitizing the process of acquiring business approvals.
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Pakistan’s Inflation Could Exceed FY26 Target Amid Rising Food and Energy Costs: SBP Warns
17 October, 2025 0 6Pakistan’s inflation is expected to exceed the State Bank of Pakistan’s medium-term target range of 5.0% to 7.0% during the second half of fiscal year 2025–26. This warning, highlighted in the SBP’s latest annual report, comes amid rising food and energy prices driven by flood-related supply disruptions and the withdrawal of earlier price relief measures.
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Bank of America Predicts Gold at $5,000 and Silver at $65 by 2026 Amid Economic Uncertainty
16 October, 2025 1 8Bank of America has projected a major increase in precious metals prices for 2026, forecasting gold to reach 5000 dollars per ounce and silver to climb to 65 dollars per ounce. These updated targets come despite expectations of near-term market consolidation and potential volatility. The bank maintains its bullish stance, citing strong macroeconomic support and rising investment demand for both
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Pakistan Exports Cars to 20 Countries, Including Japan and U.S., Earning Rs 1.41 Billion in Foreign Exchange
16 October, 2025 0 7Pakistan has made significant progress in its automotive sector by successfully exporting locally assembled cars to 20 international markets, as announced by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb. Key export destinations include Japan, the United States, China, Qatar, Afghanistan, the United Arab Emirates, Thailand, Lebanon, Liberia, and Kenya. This achievement highlights Pakistan’s expanding role
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FBR Extends Income Tax Return Filing Deadline to October 31, 2025, After Requests from Business Community
16 October, 2025 0 5The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has officially extended the deadline for filing income tax returns by an additional 15 days, setting the new deadline as October 31, 2025. This marks the second extension in recent weeks. The original deadline of September 30 was first moved to October 15, and now further extended in response to repeated requests from the business community and the Tax Bar
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Honda Car Sales Surge 305% in Pakistan, Driven by Popular Model Demand
16 October, 2025 0 7Honda Atlas Cars experienced a notable surge in vehicle sales during September 2025, signaling a strong recovery in Pakistan's automotive market. According to the latest data from the Pakistan Automotive Manufacturers Association (PAMA), the company sold 2,308 units in September, representing a 115% increase from the 1,073 units sold in August. This marks Honda's most successful month
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