The infrastructure sector outlook in the country remains cautious after weak performance in the third quarter of FY26, which led to a contraction in growth, according to a report by Nuvama Research.
New Delhi [India], February 19: In the tepid global economic climate, Japan's yen has recently lost its status as a safe-haven currency. Once immovable and dependable, its value has slid drastically. Yet a landslide victory by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has given her the ability to make m
At the time of closing, the Sensex was down 1,236.11 points or 1.48 per cent at 82,498.14 while the Nifty was down 365 points or 1.41 per cent at 25,454.35. Around 1248 shares advanced, 2790 shares declined, and 149 shares unchanged.
The framework, released on February 6, 2026, replaces the existing flat premium rate of 12 paise per Rs. 100 of assessable deposits (AD) with a differential pricing structure. Under the revised system, banks will be categorised based on risk scores derived from the Deposit Insurance and Cred
Fresh disclosures before the judicial commission on the Gul Plaza fire pointed to major failures in emergency preparedness and response. Testimony cited missing safety systems, delayed fire engines, extreme blaze conditions, and poor inter-agency coordination. The probe is examining whether
As Ramadan approaches, frustration is mounting across Karachi's markets, where residents say unchecked inflation and weak governance have turned the month of Ramadan into a financial ordeal.
Pakistan's highway authority has become the federal government's largest financial burden, with losses exceeding PKR 2 trillion and liabilities nearing PKR 3.1 trillion, Dawn reported. Despite higher toll revenues and fresh government loans, deficits persist as rising interest costs, expense
The domestic stock markets started the fresh week on a weak note on Monday, with both benchmark indices opening in the red amid continued concerns about artificial intelligence (AI) disruptions in the IT sector.
BNP chief Tarique Rahman urged national unity after his party's decisive parliamentary election victory. Calling it a mandate for democracy, he thanked supporters and warned of challenges ahead, citing a fragile economy and weakened institutions. The BNP-led alliance won 212 seats. Rahman
Pakistan's fragile external financing framework continues to undermine economic stability, with policymakers stating that dependence on foreign loans leaves the country exposed to recurring crises. Business representatives and economists argue that recent improvements in reserves do not reso
New Delhi [India], February 13: Jeevansathi has released its latest data-led report, The Big Shift: How India Is Rewriting the Rules of Partner Search and Marriage, analyzing a decade of user trends (2016-2025) along with survey insights from over 30,000 active users in 2026. The report unco