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Iran-US war adds to Pakistan's woes as middle class braces for budget shock

Shopkeepers serve customers at a dry fruit and grocery shop in Karachi, Pakistan. (Photo for representation)
Updated on Jun 11, 2026 07:17 pm IST

IMF clears $1.32 billion in fresh debt for Pakistan amid economic woes

The Express Tribune newspaper reported that the money would be disbursed early next week, bringing the central bank's reserves to over $17 billion.
Updated on May 09, 2026 06:55 am IST

India will remain fastest-growing major economy in 2026 and 2027, predicts IMF

IMF’s latest World Economic Outlook (WEO) report comes against the background of the war in West Asia, which has roiled global markets and supply chains.
Updated on Apr 15, 2026 08:22 am IST

IMF slightly upgrades GDP growth projection for India in 2026-27

Road construction on at Balapur Dolkarpada village in Maharashtra's Palghar district.
Updated on Apr 14, 2026 09:11 pm IST

Pakistan, IMF strike a deal over the disbursement of $1.2 billion fund

The IMF mission held talks with Pakistani officials in Karachi and Islamabad from February 25 to March 2, but left without an agreement. The talks continued virtually, and an agreement was reached.
Published on Mar 28, 2026 02:02 pm IST

IMF, Pakistan talks extended amid questions over Iran war impact

Pakistan and the IMF are discussing funding from a $7 billion bailout program to restore economic confidence, amidst concerns about the ongoing conflict in Iran affecting Pakistan.
Published on Mar 12, 2026 10:01 am IST

‘We feel ashamed’: Pak PM Shehbaz on going around the world ‘begging for money’

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif credited “friendly countries” for fully supporting Pakistan during difficult times.
Published on Jan 31, 2026 06:01 pm IST

IMF flags risks of AI bubble to rising global growth outlook for 2026

The IMF said that global inflation would fall, but the US inflation would gradually return to target, adding that the key downside risks include reevaluation of technology expectations and escalation of geopolitical tensions.
Published on Jan 20, 2026 10:58 am IST

IMF calls India a ‘key global growth engine’; BJP says ‘terrible news’ for Rahul

BJP slams Congress leader Rahul gandhi after IMF calls India a key growth engine for global economy.
Published on Jan 16, 2026 02:47 pm IST

End corruption, elite capture: IMF's 11 new conditions on Pak over $7B bailout

Pakistan's central bank announced that it has received USD 1.2 billion from the International Monetary Fund.
Updated on Dec 12, 2025 10:52 pm IST

IMF, Pakistan reach staff-level deal on $1.2 billion payout

The IMF said the Pakistan's recovery remains on track, with inflation remaining contained.
Published on Oct 15, 2025 05:02 am IST

Pak expects finalisation of staff-level agreement with IMF soon: Report

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) had reportedly shared the draft Memorandum of Economic and Financial Policies (MEFP) with the authorities before a visiting mission left Pakistan after two weeks of engagements.
Published on Oct 10, 2025 11:35 am IST

IMF Internship Program 2025: Know about eligibility, stipend and other details

The International Monetary Fund headquarters in Washington, DC.
Updated on Aug 26, 2025 02:32 pm IST

Emerging opportunity for India in Sri Lanka

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Most of the projects under China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) in India’s neighbourhood have come with crippling debt traps. (Shutterstock)
Published on Jul 22, 2025 08:43 pm IST

IMF bitter with Pakistan over sugar policy, says it undermines $7 billion loan

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif may have to now roll back the policy.
Updated on Jul 15, 2025 11:59 pm IST

Power games that the big boys play

The issue of quota reform at the Bretton Woods Institutions has been on the table for years and keeps getting pushed back. (AFP)
Published on Jul 08, 2025 08:44 pm IST

India to become 4th largest economy by end of 2025: NITI Member Arvind Virmani

Indian economist Arvind Virmani speaks at the 10th Global Pharmaceutical Quality Summit in Mumbai, India.
Updated on May 26, 2025 10:38 pm IST

IMF defends its move to release for Pakistan

IMF defends its move to release for Pakistan
Published on May 24, 2025 09:02 am IST

Despite India's protest, IMF justifies $1 billion bailout to Pakistan

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif speaks at United Nations General Assembly.
Published on May 23, 2025 11:50 am IST

IMF's Gopinath urges US to curb fiscal deficit, FT reports

A view of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) headquarters building in Washington, DC.
Published on May 21, 2025 11:17 am IST

‘IMF should reconsider loan to Pak': Rajnath Singh in terror funding warning

Defence minister Rajnath Singh interacts with army personnel during his visit to Badami Bagh Cantonment, in Srinagar on Thursday.
Updated on May 16, 2025 04:03 pm IST

Ex-Pentagon official blasts US govt over IMF bailout to Pak: 'Terror-addled…'

US military strategist slams Trump administration for allowing IMF bailout to Pakistan
Updated on May 16, 2025 11:59 am IST

Bangladesh to secure $1.3 billion from IMF in June after new exchange rate deal

Bangladesh will receive $1.3 billion from the IMF as a loan.
Published on May 14, 2025 07:16 pm IST

Khushbu Sundar launches fiery tweet on IMF aid for Pakistan

Khushbu Sundar has reacted to a tweet on the Pakistan-India conflict.
Published on May 10, 2025 04:06 pm IST

Gul Panag congratulates Pakistan on 'another loan' from IMF: ‘You need it’

Gul Panag has posted a sly jab at Pakistan's latest 'loan' from IMF.
Published on May 10, 2025 12:24 pm IST

Omar Abdullah slams IMF over loan to Pakistan: ‘It's using it to…’

Jammu and Kashmir chief ,inister Omar Abdullah.
Updated on May 10, 2025 09:56 am IST

India opposes IMF $2.3 billion bailout package to Pakistan, abstains from voting

Pakistan has been a persistent borrower from the IMF, with a very poor track record of implementation and of adherence to the IMF’s program conditions (HT)
Published on May 10, 2025 01:34 am IST

India abstains from IMF vote on Pakistan aid, cites terror concerns, loan misuse

India skips IMF vote on Pakistan’s financial aid, citing concerns over fund misuse.
Updated on May 10, 2025 12:17 am IST

Who is KV Subramanian, IMF Executive Director sacked by India?

Krishnamurthy V Subramanian served as the 17th and the youngest Chief Economic Advisor to Government of India from 2018-2021.
Updated on May 04, 2025 12:24 pm IST

IMF's Indian executive director fired six months before his term ends

Dr Krishnamurthy Subramaniam's term as the Indian executive director for the IMF was cut short by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet.
Updated on May 04, 2025 11:29 am IST