A new problem in the agricultural sector as farmers clamour for smooth supply of fertiliser at affordable prices.

Opening up of trade and thaw in ties between Pakistan and India have been dominating headlines for the past two weeks.

Cash-guzzling state-run power companies see their losses mount and financial position weaken over time.

Wave of growing regional cooperation and integration sweeping through the world has left a positive impact on Pakistan

Pipeline network spread over 5,000 km to be rehabilitated.

Foreign investment dipped 49 per cent in the first quarter of the current financial year.

Elimination of power theft, building large dams, completing gas projects with Iran are long term solutions for energy.

The energy shortfall and high urea prices are likely to affect the performance of industrial and agricultural sectors.

Last year around 11.7 million bales of cotton were produced. This year 15 million bales were expected.

The IMF programme is coming to an end this month and the government has decided not to seek further assistance.