Author: Aftab Ahmed

The Writer is a senior journalist who has worked with Business Recorder, News International and Daily Dunyea
Education

Karachi Board Class 9 Exam Dates for 2026

The Board of Secondary Education Karachi has officially announced the examination schedule for Class 9 Science Group students for the year 2026. According to the date…

Feb 26, 2026
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Business

Parliament Panel Summons Cement, Sugar, Tobacco Firms

Islamabad: A parlementary panel has summoned representatives of cement, sugar and tobacco industries over reports of tax evasion.A meeting of the National Assembly Standing Committee on…

Feb 26, 2026
tax return submission deadline
Energy

Pakistan Awards 11 Oil & Gas Blocks

The Petroleum Division, Government of Pakistan today signed Petroleum Concession Agreements (PCAs) and Exploration Licences (ELs) awarding 11 onshore blocks marking a significant step forward in…

Feb 26, 2026
Gas Output Falls 3%
Energy

OGDC Secures Five New Exploration Blocks

Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDC), Pakistan’s largest exploration and production company, on Thursday signed Petroleum Concession Agreements (PCAs) for five new exploration blocks awarded…

Feb 26, 2026
gas curtailment
Business

SEARL Profit Up 9% In 2QFY26

The Searle Company Ltd (SEARL) announced its 2QFY26 financial results, posting an unconsolidated quarterly profit of Rs931mn (EPS: Rs1.58), up 9% QoQ. The effective tax rate…

Feb 26, 2026
gas firms profit up