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Saudi Arabia and Russia Launch Visa-Free Travel for Citizens

Riyadh: Saudi Arabia and Russia have officially launched a mutual visa-free travel agreement, allowing citizens of both countries to travel without visas from May 11. Easier Travel Between Both Countries According to Beyond Time News, the agreement is expected to strengthen tourism, business cooperation, and cultural exchange between Riyadh and Moscow. Officials said the move…

IMF Calls for Tighter Monitoring of Real Estate Transactions in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has called on Pakistan to strengthen monitoring of financial transactions in the real estate sector amid concerns over money laundering risks and weak regulatory compliance, ARY News reported, citing sources. Key Concerns According to sources, the IMF highlighted the low number of suspicious transaction reports from real estate and…

PLL Rejects Costly LNG Spot Bids, Saves Up to $50 Million

Pakistan LNG Limited (PLL) has rejected two spot LNG cargo bids after suppliers demanded higher prices, a decision expected to save the country between $22 million and $50 million. LNG Supply Arrangements According to Beyond Time News, officials informed the Senate Standing Committee on Petroleum that LNG imports are being managed through alternative arrangements, including…

Cement Price in Pakistan Today – May 11, 2026

Cement Rates Remain Stable Despite Rising Fuel Costs KARACHI: Cement prices in Pakistan remained largely stable on May 11, 2026, despite continued pressure from rising fuel and transportation costs linked to global energy market uncertainty. According to Beyond Time News, the price of a standard 50kg bag of ordinary Portland cement (OPC) currently ranges between…

Small Businesses in Pakistan Move Toward Digital Payments

Pakistan’s push toward a cashless economy is gaining momentum as the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) steps into digital merchant payments through Raast P2M services. According to Beyond Time News, the initiative is expected to help small businesses shift from cash-based transactions to modern digital payment systems, improving efficiency and financial inclusion. NBP gets approval…

Gold prices fall in Pakistan amid global volatility

Gold prices in Pakistan declined on Monday, May 11, 2026, tracking a drop in the international bullion market. Market uncertainty and shifting geopolitical signals kept prices under pressure. According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association, 24-karat gold per tola dropped by Rs5,300 to Rs488,362, compared with Rs493,662 in the previous session. The…