Pakistan’s open market currency exchange rates showed relative stability on April 22, 2026, with major international currencies maintaining their levels against the rupee. The US Dollar (USD), considered the benchmark currency, was recorded at Rs 279.10 for buying and Rs 281.45 for selling. The British Pound (GBP) and Euro (EUR) were traded at Rs 376.96/382.75 […]
In a move that has temporarily averted a massive military escalation, U.S. President Donald Trump has indefinitely extended the ceasefire with Iran. The decision, announced Wednesday, follows a high-stakes intervention by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir, who requested the delay to allow for a second round of peace talks in the […]
Hopes for a permanent end to the seven-week-old conflict dimmed today as Iran’s top negotiators rejected the latest U.S. ceasefire extension as a tactical manoeuvre. Speaking on behalf of Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, adviser Mahdi Mohammadi stated that the continuation of the U.S. maritime “siege” necessitates a military response. Despite President Trump’s social media […]
Following a gruelling four-year period of fiscal contraction, Pakistan Telecommunication Company Ltd (PTCL) has staged a dramatic recovery, posting a consolidated net profit of Rs3.1 billion for the first quarter of 2026. The return to profitability marks a pivotal shift for the telecom giant, largely catalysed by the strategic integration of Telenor Pakistan’s financial footprint. […]
Gold Rate in Pakistan Today – 21 April 2026 Gold Rate in Pakistan Today Rs. 504,500 per Tola (24K) As of today, Tuesday, April 21, 2026, the gold price in Pakistan stands at Rs. 504,500 per tola for 24K gold. The local bullion market saw an upward trend today, with prices increasing by Rs. 700. […]
Flag Code Currency Name Buy (PKR) USD US Dollar 279.05 GBP UK Pound Sterling 376.15 EUR Euro 327.62 KWD Kuwaiti Dinar 876.45 CHF Swiss Franc 355.87 AED U.A.E Dirham 75.90 SAR Saudi Riyal 74.45 CAD Canadian Dollar 203.09 AUD Australian Dollar 198.20 BHD Bahrain Dinar 725.70 OMR Omani Riyal 720.35 CNY China Yuan 37.45 NZD […]
Pakistan has agreed to a new set of policy measures proposed by the International Monetary Fund in a bid to secure the next $1.2 billion tranche under its $7 billion loan programme. The conditions were finalised ahead of the IMF Executive Board’s upcoming review, which will evaluate Pakistan’s third programme assessment and consider the release […]
Diplomatic activity intensified on Tuesday as both the United States and Iran signalled readiness for a new round of peace talks in Islamabad, just a day before the fragile ceasefire between the two sides is set to expire. According to reports, a high-level US delegation led by Vice President JD Vance is expected to arrive […]
The federal capital has been transformed into a high-security fortress as the second round of US-Iran peace talks, brokered by Pakistan, faces a critical impasse. Tensions reached a boiling point on Tuesday after Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Ghalibaf issued a stern warning, stating that Tehran would not negotiate under the shadow of “threats” and “surrender.” […]
Pakistan Secures Fresh $1 Billion from Saudi Arabia to Support Reserves Islamabad: Pakistan has received a fresh financial boost of $1 billion from Saudi Arabia, offering timely support to the country’s foreign exchange reserves at a moment of rising external pressure. According to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), the funds were transferred by Saudi […]
