Beyond Today, Into Tomorrow
Punjab Finance Minister Mian Mujtaba Shuja-ur-Rehman has reiterated that promoting eco-friendly transport is a key priority for the provincial government, according to Beyond Time News. He made the remarks while attending a hybrid vehicle launch event in Lahore on Saturday. Shift Toward Electric and Hybrid Vehicles The minister said Punjab is encouraging the use of…
India’s Axis Bank reported weaker-than-expected quarterly earnings after a sharp drop in trading income, even as it approved a major capital-raising plan worth about $2.12 billion. According to Beyond Time News, the bank’s board cleared a fundraising proposal of up to 200 billion rupees through equity shares or similar instruments, pending regulatory approval. Profit Declines…
Sometimes public pressure works — and this is one of those times. After weeks of growing anger over what people widely called a “tax on sunlight,” the Power Division has formally asked Nepra to eliminate the licence fee and drop the licence requirement altogether for solar users with systems of 25 kilowatts or below. According…
Pakistan is preparing to receive a fresh liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipment at the end of April, aimed at easing ongoing electricity shortages and supporting the country’s strained power sector. According to Beyond Time News, the government has finalized a deal for a single LNG cargo scheduled to arrive on April 30, 2026. While the…
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) remained under pressure during the week, with the benchmark KSE-100 index falling over 3,200 points amid rising geopolitical uncertainty, energy shortages, and concerns over IMF conditions. According to Beyond Time News, the market experienced sharp fluctuations throughout the week before closing at 170,672, marking a decline of around 2%. Weekly…
Pakistan is considering a new regional trade partnership with Iran and Oman that could significantly enhance connectivity and turn Gwadar Port into a major re-export hub in the region. According to Beyond Time News, the proposed initiative aims to strengthen regional trade ties and improve economic cooperation between the three countries. Officials believe this bloc…
Pakistan’s financial markets are expecting a possible rise in the policy interest rate as regional tensions linked to the Iran–Gulf situation add pressure on the economy. Rate Hike Likely in Upcoming Meeting According to Beyond Time News, most analysts believe the State Bank of Pakistan will raise interest rates in its upcoming monetary policy meeting…
Pakistan has introduced a revised diesel pricing system after approval from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), helping keep fuel costs significantly lower for consumers. Diesel Price Relief for Consumers Under the new formula, high-speed diesel is priced at Rs380.2 per litre. Without this adjustment, the rate could have surged to around Rs480 per litre this…
Faisalabad has launched a major infrastructure project to improve traffic flow on Samundri Road. Authorities plan to turn the busy route into a signal-free corridor. According to Beyond Time News, Farooq Yousaf Sheikh shared details of the project. The plan includes a 5.50-kilometre underpass from Novelty Bridge to D-Type Chowk. The estimated cost stands at…
Looking for the latest copper price in Pakistan? As of April 25, 2026, high-quality Millberry scrap copper is trading at around Rs. 5,500 per kg in major cities such as Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, and Gujranwala. Refined copper continues to sell at a higher rate. Prices usually range between Rs. 5,800 and Rs. 6,200+ per kg,…
