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MG News | January 13, 2026 at 09:22 AM GMT+05:00

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January 13, 2026 (MLN): Morning Breeze aims to lessen the load for its readers by curating noteworthy updates from the preceding day.

The government of Pakistan has prioritized providing youth with internationally competitive education and training in the information technology sector, which aims to transform the country into a regional hub for IT and technology-driven entrepreneurship. Read more

The government has unveiled an ambitious long-term plan to develop a climate-resilient Port Industrial Complex at Port Qasim, aimed at transforming the port into a globally competitive industrial and logistics hub while ensuring strict environmental compliance. Read more

The benchmark KSE-100 Index concluded Monday's trading session at 182,384.14, showing a decrease of 2,025.53 points or 1.10%. Read more

The Pakistani rupee (PKR) gained by 1.14 paisa against the US dollar in Monday's interbank session to settle the trade at PKR 280.01 per USD, compared to previous closing of 280.02. Read more

The sales of cars, including LCVs, vans, and jeeps, in Pakistan increased by 35.2% in December 2025, reaching 13,280 units compared to 9,820 units recorded in the same month last year, the latest data from the Pakistan Automotive Manufacturers Association (PAMA) showed today. Read more

Matco Foods Limited (PSX: MFL) has approved the transfer of its immovable property measuring 3.47 acres (27.76 Kanals) in Tehsil Kamoki, District Gujranwala, along with the building, plant, machinery, and equipment, to its wholly-owned subsidiary, Falak Foods Limited (FFL). Read more

The Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) has introduced sweeping reforms to modernize Pakistan’s public procurement framework, aligning it with the Prime Minister’s Digital Pakistan Vision and global best practices. Read more

Gold price in Pakistan increased on Monday, with 24-karat gold being sold at Rs480,962 per tola, up Rs7,700. Read more

The Pakistan Credit Rating Agency (PACRA) has maintained Mari Energies Limited’s long-term rating at AAA and short-term rating at A1+ which shows the company’s robust financial strength, effective governance, and resilient business model. Read more

Crude oil futures climbed Monday as intensifying protests in Iran raised supply concerns from the OPEC producer, though Venezuelan export plans and oversupply forecasts limited the advance. Read more

LSE Capital Limited (PSX: LSECL) has declared a close period effective January 12, 2026, in compliance with Pakistan Stock Exchange regulations on price-sensitive information. Read more

Gold has push passed the $4,600-per-ounce barrier while silver also touched historic peaks, as safe havens became an investor umbrella amid a perfect storm of geopolitical turmoil, economic uncertainty, and mounting pressure on the Federal Reserve to slash interest rates, in a dramatic Monday trading session. Read more

The Government of Pakistan is set to review and modernize the Pharmacy Act, while digitalizing the operations of the Pharmacy Council of Pakistan, aiming to align pharmacy education and regulation with international standards. Read more

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) directed intensified anti-smuggling operations and faster resolution of traders’ issues during a two-day inspection of Pakistan Customs formations in Balochistan to curb illicit trade and support legitimate imports and exports. Read more

Pakistan has showcased its rapid, people-driven transition toward clean energy, underlining major gains in solar power deployment, renewable electricity generation, and climate-resilient development. Read more

Asia markets traded higher on Monday, tracking gains on Wall Street from the previous week after fresh U.S. labor data showed a decline in the unemployment rate, reinforcing confidence in the resilience of the world’s largest economy. Read more

The treasury management division of the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) on Monday issued the following exchange rates. Read more

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