Beyond Today, Into Tomorrow
Fuel prices in the UAE have increased for May 2026, adding pressure on daily commuting and business expenses. The latest revision reflects global oil market trends and ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. According to Beyond Time News, petrol prices across all categories have gone up, while diesel rates remain unchanged for the month….
The Iranian rial continues to trade at a premium in Pakistan’s open market, with currency dealers reporting active demand despite global instability in the currency. According to Beyond Time News, a bundle of 10 million Iranian rials (1 crore IRR) is currently being traded between PKR 8,000 and PKR 10,000 in the local cash market….
Pakistan is moving ahead with a focused plan to expand its digital infrastructure and improve nationwide connectivity. According to Beyond Time News, Federal IT Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja shared the roadmap at the EU-Pakistan Business Forum 2026. Key Fiberisation Targets Only 16% of telecom towers in Pakistan are currently fiberised. The government now aims to…
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a sharp decline on Thursday, as the benchmark KSE-100 Index plunged more than 4,800 points in early trading, reflecting strong investor caution and market volatility. According to Beyond Time News, the sudden downturn highlights growing uncertainty in the financial market, with investors engaging in widespread profit-taking. KSE-100 Index Faces…
Pakistan has reinstated the full 18% General Sales Tax (GST) on imported sugar after withdrawing a temporary relief aimed at easing domestic supply shortages. Tax Concession Withdrawn According to Beyond Time News, the government had reduced GST on imported sugar from 18% to 0.25% in August 2025 to stabilize the market through imports handled by…
Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has reviewed the ongoing progress of the Karachi BRT project at University Road and directed authorities to ensure its timely completion. Progress Inspection at University Road According to Beyond Time News, during his visit, officials from the Frontier Works Organisation (FWO) briefed the chief minister on construction speed,…
Pakistan and Tajikistan have agreed to strengthen regional connectivity and transit trade, with China identified as a key partner in developing broader economic linkages across Central Asia. Focus on Regional Connectivity According to Beyond Time News, Pakistan has informed Tajikistan that cooperation with China will remain central to its strategy for building an integrated commercial…
Gold prices in Pakistan continued their downward trend on Wednesday, mirroring losses in international markets as uncertainty over US monetary policy and global geopolitical tensions weighed on investor sentiment. Local Gold Rates Drop Sharply According to Beyond Time News, the price of gold per tola fell by Rs5,500 to settle at Rs479,562 in the local…
Oil prices continued to move higher as the ongoing US-Iran standoff shows no signs of easing, keeping key supply routes restricted and markets under pressure. Crude Extends Upward Momentum According to Beyond Time News, Brent crude for June delivery climbed to $119.94 per barrel, marking its ninth consecutive session of gains. The July contract also…
KARACHI, April 29, 2026 (APP): The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) released the latest currency exchange rates on Wednesday. The US Dollar (USD) showed slight strength against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR), while other major currencies mostly stayed stable. Market analysts linked the rupee’s mild pressure to end-of-month import payments and stronger global demand for the…
