Islamabad, — The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has formally allowed commercial banks to open and maintain bank accounts for licensed Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) and their customers, marking a significant policy shift toward regulated digital finance.In BPRD Circular Letter No. 10 of 2026 issued on April 14, the central bank withdrew its 2018…
, Performs Prayers at Prophet’s MosqueMadinah, April 16, 2026 — Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Madinah Munawwarah late last night after concluding engagements in Jeddah during his official visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. He was warmly received by the Governor of Madinah, Prince Salman bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, along…
Islamabad, — The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has confirmed the receipt of US$2 billion from the Ministry of Finance, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The funds were credited on the value date of April 15, 2026.The inflow is part of Saudi Arabia’s commitment of an additional $3 billion in deposits, announced by Finance Minister Senator…
More than 1.2 million people are estimated to have been displaced across Lebanon, including 820,000 from the south, according to figures by the UN Office for the Co-ordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). It said the war in Lebanon has forced many to flee to areas further north or cross into Syria.
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, in Jeddah on Wednesday as part of his official visit to the Kingdom.The high-level bilateral meeting, which is still underway, focused on strengthening the longstanding strategic partnership between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, enhancing economic and…
WASHINGTON/ISLAMABAD, April 15, 2026 — The United States and Iran have made significant progress toward a framework agreement to end the ongoing war, with negotiators advancing discussions in talks held on Tuesday, according to US officials.Citing two US officials, Axios reported that American and Iranian negotiators moved closer to bridging key gaps. President Donald Trump’s…
ISLAMABAD, April 15, 2026 — Pakistan’s Supreme Court on Wednesday directed the national airline Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) to immediately clear 24 years of outstanding pension arrears owed to a retired employee.The court strictly warned that if the payments are not made before the next hearing, the Managing Director (MD) of PIA will have to…
Peshawar (April 15, 2026) — In a significant and progressive move, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has decided that only female police officers will handle cases involving women, particularly sensitive and privacy-related matters.Under the new directive:A complete ban has been imposed on the deployment of male personnel for recording statements, conducting investigations, or handling cases…
Tehran (April 15, 2026) — Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has arrived in Tehran leading a high-level Pakistani delegation as part of ongoing mediation efforts between the United States and Iran.The delegation includes Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and other senior officials. Iranian Foreign Minister…
