Government Plans 5% BHEL Stake Sale to Raise Rs 4,422 Crore Amid Profit Surge

February 11, 2026

Government Plans 5% BHEL Stake Sale to Raise Rs 4,422 Crore Amid Profit Surge

The government will sell a 3% stake in BHEL, with an option to sell an extra 2%, targeting Rs 4,422 crore. BHEL’s Q3 net profit more than tripled to Rs 382 crore, showing strong growth.

Pakistan Super League 11 Player Auction Kicks Off in Lahore with Big Bids on Fast Bowlers

February 11, 2026

Pakistan Super League 11 Player Auction Kicks Off in Lahore with Big Bids on Fast Bowlers

The first-ever PSL 11 player auction started in Lahore with top bids on fast bowlers and all-rounders. Hyderabad Houstan Kingsmen bought Muhammad Ali at Rs21.5m, while Lahore Qalandars retained Haris Rauf for Rs76m. Karachi Kings secured David Warner for Rs79m. The new auction system replaces the draft in Pakistan's premier cricket league.

Commonwealth Bank Posts Record $5.45bn Profit on Housing Loan Surge

February 11, 2026

Commonwealth Bank Posts Record $5.45bn Profit on Housing Loan Surge

Commonwealth Bank earned a record $5.45bn in half-year profit. Investor home loans rose to 43%, pushing prices near record highs. Shares jumped 7% on strong lending.

PSL 11 Player Auction Starts in Lahore with Big Bids and New Rules

February 11, 2026

PSL 11 Player Auction Starts in Lahore with Big Bids and New Rules

The first-ever player auction for PSL 11 is underway in Lahore. Islamabad United buys Faheem Ashraf for Rs85m. The league shifts from draft to auction with eight teams ready to battle it out.

Japan Sees Rise in ‘Baito Tero’ Pranks by Part-Time Workers Seeking Online Fame

February 11, 2026

Japan Sees Rise in ‘Baito Tero’ Pranks by Part-Time Workers Seeking Online Fame

Nearly 25% of Japanese companies face ‘baito tero’ pranks by part-time employees trying to get social media attention. The trend is growing, with businesses tightening rules after viral stunts.