News

Market updates and announcements from Milkiyat.

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  Escalating Saudi-Houthi Conflict Raises Fresh Energy and Construction Cost Risk for Pakistan

  Renewed Saudi-Houthi conflict has raised fresh concerns over oil supply and energy prices, increasing the risk of higher fuel, transport and construction costs in Pakistan.

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  World Bank Seeks 21-Month Extension for Punjab's $200 Million Affordable Housing Programme

  The World Bank has proposed a 21-month extension for Punjab’s affordable housing programme as implementation delays, low fund disbursement and stalled construction continue.

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  Leh Nullah Erosion Threatens Homes and Shops in Rawalpindi as Administration Seals Risk Zone

  Fresh erosion along Leh Nullah has put homes and shops at risk in Rawalpindi, prompting authorities to seal hazardous areas and close the Ratta–Dhoke Ratta bridge.

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  ICCI Proposes Islamabad Economic Master Plan to Attract Investment and Global Businesses

  The Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry has proposed an economic master plan to strengthen Islamabad’s business identity, attract local and foreign investment, and support high-growth sectors.

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  Road Closures and Protests Could Disrupt Construction and Material Supply Chains

  Pakistan could face an estimated Rs120 billion in daily economic losses from protests, sit-ins and road closures, with construction, raw materials and supply chains among the sectors at risk.

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  Pakistan Launches First 400MW Electricity Wheeling Auction

  Pakistan has launched its first 400MW electricity wheeling auction under the Competitive Trading Bilateral Contract Market, marking a major shift toward direct power trading between producers and large consumers.

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  Sindh Backs New Sukkur Airport and Major Karachi Airport Expansion

  Sindh has backed a major aviation development package covering a new Sukkur airport, expansion of Jinnah International Airport, Hyderabad Airport upgrades and a dedicated aviation university.

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  CDA Cancels Temporary Site Permission at Centaurus Mall, Orders Land Vacated

  The Capital Development Authority has cancelled expired temporary site permission at The Centaurus Mall in Islamabad and directed the concerned company to vacate CDA-owned land within seven days.

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  Rawalpindi Launches Rs1.6bn Road Upgrade Plan Across Nine Major Corridors

  Rawalpindi has launched a Rs1.6 billion road rehabilitation programme covering nine major residential and commercial corridors, with completion targeted for December 31, 2026.

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  Pakistan's Long Term Government Borrowing Costs Jump After SBP Rate Hold

  Pakistan Investment Bond yields jumped across three, five and ten-year tenors after the SBP held its policy rate at 11.5%, raising concerns over borrowing and property financing costs.

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  DISCOs Seek Rs1.7267 Per Unit Electricity Increase for October Bills

  Pakistan’s DISCOs have sought a Rs1.7267/unit fuel cost adjustment for October electricity bills after August generation costs rose sharply.

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  FGEHA Orders Faster Possession and New Housing Schemes for Waiting List Allottees

  FGEHA has directed faster possession for existing allottees in F-14, F-15 and Margalla Orchard while confirming work on new housing schemes for waiting-list applicants.