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Apr 27, 2026

SBP raises policy rate by 100 bps to 11.50 per cent

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) said its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) took the decision after reviewing the country’s macroeconomic conditions

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Apr 27, 2026

Iranian, Saudi, and Qatari foreign ministers held talks aimed at de-escalating regional tensions

The foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Iran, and Qatar have held urgent talks to coordinate diplomatic efforts and de-escalate rising tensions across the Middle East.

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Apr 27, 2026

Fuel crisis, inflation pressures: SBP raises policy rate to 11.50pc

Domestic factors such as food inflation, agricultural output, and industrial performance are part of the revision as well.

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Apr 27, 2026

Govt plans three ‘Centres of Excellence’ to upgrade Pakistan’s gemstone industry

The PM also directed the Planning Ministry to prepare a comprehensive strategy to enhance exports of processed gemstones.

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Apr 27, 2026

Big Oil’s $3,000-a-second windfall fuels calls for green transition

Six energy giants are projected to pocket $3,000 in profit every second through 2026, highlighting a massive rift between corporate windfalls and public demand for a green transition.

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Apr 27, 2026

President Zardari confers civil award on top chinese surgeon during state visit

President Asif Ali Zardari confers the Sitara-e-Pakistan on Professor Pan Xiang Bin in Changsha as he embarks on a high-level state visit to bolster 75 years of China-Pakistan diplomatic ties.

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Apr 27, 2026

Pakistan shifts to climate-resilient housing after repeated flood disasters

The newly built homes incorporate flood-resistant and weather-adaptive features, to withstand both flooding and extreme heat.

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Apr 27, 2026

Global military spending soars to 16-year high as Europe and Asia boost defences

This figure now accounts for 2.5pc of the world’s gross domestic product (GDP), reflecting a planet increasingly on a war footing.

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Apr 27, 2026

Punjab to lease barren land worth Rs160 billion to spur jobs, economy

Azma Bukhari says land will be used solely for agricultural purposes and beneficiaries will also be provided guidance for farming

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Apr 27, 2026

King Charles III begins key state visit to Washington

The King’s arrival marks a high-stakes exercise in “soft power” diplomacy. Traditionally, a state visit by the British monarch serves as a ceremonial reaffirmation of shared history and democratic values.