- We have ‘no doubt’ India was behind PSX attack, says PM Imran in NA “What happened in Mumbai, they wanted to do the same [in Karachi]; they wanted to spread uncertainty.”
- Islamabad court issues arrest warrant for Zardari in Toshakhana case Court also directs authorities to initiate procedure to declare Nawaz Sharif a proclaimed offender in the case.
- Masterminds of Karachi attack to be traced soon: minister SECP asks PSX management to abide by advisories of intelligence agencies.
- PIA loses millions in special flights ticketing scam PIA officials reportedly made about Rs8 million in the sale of tickets for special flights to Europe.
- PIA banned from flying to Europe for six months EU decision follows the grounding of 262 pilots with dubious licences; PIA says will discontinue flights to Europe temporarily.
- Stocks rally despite terror attack on PSX building The market closed at its usual time with the KSE-100 index recording gains of 242 points.
- ‘Fuel price hike to hit inflation outlook’ Financial market players believe massive fuel price hike could well upset forecast of “continued moderation” in inflation.
- Govt steps up reforms ahead of WB’s ease of doing business rankings Committee, chaired by Abdul Razak Dawood, encourages all provinces and regions to adopt business-friendly initiatives.
- WHO accredits Pakistan’s first independent drug testing laboratory in Islamabad Most of the equipment for the laboratory has been imported from Japan and Germany.
- No stakeholder takes responsibility for Karachi power woes Another probe panel set up to ascertain reasons for electricity shortage.
- SC reserves verdict on fate of Bahria Town funds Centre suggests constitution of high-powered committee to ensure transparency in use of funds.
- NA passes budget as govt humbles opposition Opposition faces 160-119 vote defeat on a clause of finance bill.
- Finance bill sees 30 amendments Most amendments related to income tax measures; big incentives for construction, electric vehicles.
- IPPs reluctant to produce power on expensive diesel Utilisation of HSD, furnace oil for power generation would significantly increase the fuel cost, burden consumers.
- US intelligence shows Russian bounties led to troop deaths Trump claims he was never briefed on matter; Kremlin denies bounty reports.
- Saudis, US push for extension of Iran arms embargo Lifting the ban will “embolden” Tehran and could trigger a regional arms race, US Special Representative for Iran Brian Hook said.
- 6 cricketers cleared to tour England after second negative virus test The PCB will now start making their travel arrangements, says the cricket board.
- Pakistan’s return to international football delayed as SAFF Championship postponed The national team has not played a single competitive match since June last year.
