Khaleeq Kiani is an Islamabad-based reporter for Dawn, specializing in political economy, governance, business, finance, macroeconomics and energy. He can be found on X at @khaleeqkiani.
Rs6.59 rise in petrol, Rs19.39 hike in diesel prices implemented with IMF concurrence; PM extends fuel subsidy for motorcyclists, transport sector by a month.
Published01 May, 202607:00am
Both petroleum products now priced at Rs399 per litre; Petroleum Division refutes reports of petrol stations' closure from May 1.
Updated30 Apr, 202611:52pm
Ministry says ongoing Middle East conflict posing new risks and heightened uncertainty regarding the macroeconomic outlook.
Published30 Apr, 202607:18pm
“Pakistan must treat water security with the same seriousness with which it treats energy security, food security and territorial security,” Ahsan Iqbal says.
Published29 Apr, 202607:02pm
Commodity prices forecast to rise 16pc in 2026, driven by soaring energy and fertiliser prices and record-high prices of several key metals, according to WB report.
Updated29 Apr, 202601:21am
Irsa chief says recent studies and reports have highlighted the deterioration of water quality in Pakistan's rivers due to the discharge of untreated wastewater.
Published28 Apr, 202607:15pm
Routes have been designated under Transit of Goods through Territory of Pakistan Order 2026; media reports say thousands of containers destined for Iran are awaiting clearance at Pakistani ports.
Published26 Apr, 202609:32pm
Disbursement will be made under two concurrent progarmmes — $7bn Extended Fund Facility and Resilience and Sustainability Facility.
Updated26 Apr, 202609:30pm
After distancing itself from the licence fee for weeks, Power Division says Minister Awais Leghari issued directives to seek Nepra review.
Updated26 Apr, 202601:10pm
