State Bank of Pakistan (SBP)
SBP Relaxes Mortgage Rules Under Wazir-e-Azam’s Apna Ghar Program
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) officially relaxed key prudential requirements for housing finance today, April 29, 2026. This major update falls directly under the…
SBP Hikes Key Policy Rate to 11.5% Amid Surging Inflation
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has officially raised its key interest rate to 11.5%. The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) announced this 100 basis point…
Bank Alfalah Secures SBP Approval to Raise PKR 20 Billion Capital
On April 23, 2026, Bank Alfalah Limited announced a significant financial development. The bank officially received in-principle approval from the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP).…
Social Media Influencer Regrets Bringing USD to Pakistan Through Bank Alfalah
An overseas Pakistani has raised concerns about difficulties in bringing US dollars into Pakistan, describing the banking process as complicated and frustrating. The post has…
SBP Cancels License of Dream Exchange Over Regulatory Violations
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has cancelled the license of M/s Dream Exchange (Private) Limited with immediate effect. The decision comes after the company…
SBP Confirms Nationwide Bank Holiday on 23 March
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has announced that all its offices will remain closed on March 23, 2026, in observance of Pakistan Day. The…
Government Revamps Affordable Housing Scheme: Loan Limits Hit PKR 10 Million
The Ministry of Housing and Works recently issued a crucial notification. The Federal Government officially approved major revisions to the “Markup Subsidy and Risk Sharing…
How to Get New Currency Notes for Eid-ul-Fitr 2026
With Eid-ul-Fitr predicted for March 21, the demand for fresh cash is rising. Citizens eagerly seek new currency notes for the upcoming celebrations. To facilitate…
Banks Return Unclaimed Deposits to SBP- Here’s How to Claim Yours
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has confirmed that all banks and development finance institutions (DFIs) have handed over their unclaimed deposits up to December…
Zakat Deduction 2026: Govt Sets Nisab Threshold at PKR 503,529
The Federal Government has officially announced the Nisab for Zakat deduction for the current year (1446-47 A.H.). The Ministry of Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety…
State Bank of Pakistan Fined PKR 5 Lakh for Denying Paternity Leave to Employee
The Federal Ombudsman has penalised the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) for denying paternity leave to a male employee. The Ombudsman imposed a fine of…
Governor SBP Calls for Scaling Up Zarkheze to Expand Agricultural Credit Outreach
The State Bank of Pakistan on Wednesday urged banks to expand the use of its digital agricultural lending platform, Zarkheze, to improve access to credit…
PAVE Scheme Goes Live! Save PKR 80,000 on Your Next Electric Vehicle
Pakistan is accelerating its shift toward green transportation. The Engineering Development Board (EDB) has officially commenced the Pakistan Accelerated Vehicle Electrification (PAVE) Scheme. This initiative…
