Beyond Today, Into Tomorrow
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s plan to promote electric bikes has hit a major hurdle, as commercial banks rejected most applications under the scheme, forcing the government to revise its policy. According to Beyond Time News, banks approved only 4,075 out of 44,689 applications—just 9%—showing weak interest in financing subsidised electric bikes. Low Approvals Threaten Annual Target The…
Pakistan has failed to meet its key investment and employment targets under Special Economic Zones (SEZs), according to the government. The shortfall highlights ongoing challenges in industrial growth and foreign investment under major economic initiatives. Investment and Job Targets Missed According to Beyond Time News, Investment Minister Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh said Pakistan’s goal of attracting…
A surprising new trend is taking over nightlife in India—“Diet Cola parties.” What started as a supply shortage has quickly turned into a viral social media phenomenon, with bars and influencers turning limited availability into a unique event experience. Shortage Fuels the Craze According to Beyond Time News, the shortage of Diet Cola in India…
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) ended Tuesday in positive territory after a highly volatile trading session driven by economic data and global uncertainty. Market Movement The benchmark KSE-100 Index recovered from early losses and closed higher by 793.53 points (0.48%) at 164,742.47. During the session, the index swung between: High: 164,920.35 Low: 162,532.99 Early trading…
Pakistan’s oil and gas sector recorded steady gains in April, supported by improved output from key fields and energy companies. According to Beyond Time News, gas production rose 4.5% week-on-week to 3,079 million cubic feet per day (MMCFD), driven by higher output from fields including Uch, Qadirpur, and Shiva. Oil Output Also Increases Crude oil…
Japan has received its first shipment of Russian crude since tensions linked to the Iran conflict disrupted key global supply routes. According to Beyond Time News, a tanker carrying oil from the Sakhalin-2 project arrived off Imabari in western Japan and began offloading at a refinery. Supply Shift Amid Disruptions The move comes as Japan…
Gold prices in Pakistan saw a notable decline on May 5, 2026, reflecting a downward trend in both local and international markets. According to Beyond Time News, the price of 24-karat gold per tola fell by Rs2,100, settling at Rs477,862 compared to Rs479,962 in the previous session. Latest Gold Rates in Pakistan 24K gold (per…
Pakistan’s upcoming budget is already under scrutiny as the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) faces a significant revenue shortfall, putting official fiscal targets into question. According to Beyond Time News, the gap in tax collection has emerged even before the new budget cycle begins, intensifying concerns from the business community over unrealistic financial planning. Revenue…
Pakistan has agreed to major changes in its Sovereign Wealth Fund (SWF) after concerns from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) over its structure and authority. According to Beyond Time News, the government will strip the SWF of its power to sell state-owned assets and restrict it to a basic holding and management role. Key Changes…
Oil prices stayed elevated on Tuesday, with Brent crude trading close to $114 per barrel as ongoing tensions in the Middle East keep global markets on edge. According to Beyond Time News, Brent crude eased 0.8% to $113.51 after a strong 5.8% surge in the previous session. US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) also slipped 2%…
