The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a decline in the first trading day of the ongoing business week. The 100-index dropped by 1037 points to reach 1,49,361. In the previous business week, the 100-index had dropped to 1,50,398 after a 1308-point decline. The index had risen to 1,51,453 during the trading session and had also touched a low of 1,49,291.
Meanwhile, the interbank exchange rate saw a decline of one rupee, trading at 279.09 rupees per US dollar. This is compared to the previous trading session where the rate was 279.10 rupees per US dollar.
The Ministry of Commerce has revealed that the country’s textile imports have seen a monthly increase. The precious metal gold continued to soar in Pakistan’s currency markets. The government claims to have secured a commitment of over $5 billion from two friendly countries.
A gas supply shutdown has been scheduled from 10 am to 12 pm to facilitate maintenance work. The value of the Iranian currency has increased in Pakistan due to the ongoing conflict between Iran and its enemies. Dealers and shopkeepers selling liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) at inflated prices will face action from today.
Consumers claim that LPG is being sold at prices 200 rupees above the official rate. The price of LPG has reached 530 rupees per kilogram in the district. The Vice Chairman of the All Pakistan Petrol Pump Association, Naeem Butt, expressed concern over the increase in petroleum products’ prices.
The Federal Bureau of Statistics has released a weekly report on inflation. The price of gold has increased in Pakistan’s currency markets. The hike in fuel prices may lead to an increase in airline fares. The Power Division has revealed that the industrial and agricultural sectors used an additional 23% of electricity from December 2025 to February 2026.
The Chairman of the Pakistan Public Transport Honor Association has urged the government to immediately reverse the increase in diesel prices. US President Donald Trump has stated that the deadline for the mission is set for Tuesday and that the US military is the greatest in the world.
A US newspaper reported that the aircraft crashed on landing at an inactive airbase after the mission, causing damage to the aircraft, which forced the US military personnel to destroy it. The Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif-led meeting on petroleum products has decided to close bakeries, restaurants, and marriage halls at 10 pm, with the decision set to take effect from April 7.
Israeli media claims that the Israeli defense system is failing due to continuous attacks from various directions, and that it takes time to load interceptors. A member of the US Congress has compared the Sharif University in Pakistan with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, a top technology university in the US.
A renowned Tamil actress from southern India, Sobhita Dhulipala, was found dead in her rented apartment in Chennai. According to reports, the 36-year-old actress, who gained fame after her role in the TV series Kaal, was found dead in her flat, leaving her co-actors and fans devastated by her sudden death.
