HotGeneral19 hours ago

Lay’s has caught the attention of snack enthusiasts with an unusual new combination that brings…

GeneralAug 15, 2026

Rabi-ul-Awwal has begun in Pakistan, bringing the start of a month that holds special spiritual importance for Muslims around the world. In Pakistan, Eid Milad-un-Nabi (PBUH), which marks the birth of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), will be observed on August 26, 2026, according to the announced lunar cale

GeneralAug 15, 2026

HotInternational16 hours ago

The security landscape of the Middle East could be entering a period of significant change, according to a recent analysis by the Council on Foreign Relations. The assessment points to the growing role of regional powers in shaping their own security arrangements, with closer cooperation between Sau

InternationalAug 15, 2026

DPM Dar stresses dialogue, diplomacy for lasting regional peace.US envoy appreciates Pakistan's role in promoting stability.Dar, UK envoy discuss regional developments and cooperation.ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has renewed its call for...

InternationalAug 15, 2026

About 20% of global oil, LNG shipments pass through waterway.Oil prices rose this week, with Brent crude nearing $90 a barrel.Rising fuel costs could hurt Trump ahead of Nov midterm polls.President Donald Trump...

Automotive11 hours ago

The Hyundai Elantra Hybrid has become significantly more expensive in Pakistan, with its price reaching…

HotAutomotiveAug 15, 2026

Pakistan’s car market started the new fiscal year with a sharp rise in sales. According to the Pakistan Automotive Manufacturers Association (PAMA), passenger car sales reached 17,216 units in July 2026, up 141% from 7,135 units sold in July 2025. The rise has been linked to lower interest rates and

AutomotiveAug 15, 2026

OMODA & JAECOO have surpassed 100,000 vehicle sales in the UK in less than two years, marking a major milestone for the Chinese automotive brand and highlighting their rapid international growth. The milestone comes just ahead of OMODA’s second anniversary in the UK on August 31, with JAECOO having

Security10 hours ago

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has indicated that Egypt could potentially join the Mecca Defense Agreement, opening the possibility of wider regional cooperation on defence and security. The agreement currently brings Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Türkiye together in a framework focused on stre

HotSecurityAug 14, 2026

KARACHI: Independence Day celebrations turned deadly across Karachi as celebratory aerial firing left one woman dead and 85 others injured, including 17 children, rescue officials said on Friday.An Edhi Foundation spokesperson confirmed...

HotSecurityAug 13, 2026

Pakistan, Türkiye and Saudi Arabia are set to deepen their newly signed defence partnership through a series of high-level political and military coordination mechanisms. According to Türkiye’s Defence Ministry, the three countries plan to establish structured channels involving their defence and fo

EducationAug 12, 2026

Harvard Law School is offering the Reginald F. Lewis Fellowship for Law Teaching 2027-28, an opportunity designed for recent law graduates who are interested in legal scholarship and pursuing careers in law teaching. The fellowship will be based at Harvard Law School in Cambridge, Massachusetts. $60

EducationAug 12, 2026

Punjab’s nine educational boards have approved the introduction of a Digital Result Card System, marking a shift away from traditional printed result cards toward downloadable digital certificates. Under the new system, students will be able to access and obtain their result cards online through the

EducationAug 12, 2026

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has highlighted the Daanish School programme as an effort to give children from poor and deserving families access to quality education. Speaking at an International Youth Day event in Islamabad on August 12, he said Pakistan cannot progress as a welfare state without g

HotSports23 hours ago

Pakistan’s tennis star Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi has won gold in the 40+ Mixed Doubles title at the ITF Masters World Individual Championships in Lisbon, Portugal. He played with Austria’s Nina Hermann and beat top seeds Fred Gil and Rita Freitas 6-4, 6-3 in the final. 40+ Mixed Doubles Final Players Res

HotSportsAug 14, 2026

Former UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov has claimed that publicly expressing support for Palestinians affected…

SportsAug 13, 2026

Pakistan’s young football talent Abdul Momin Muzammil has achieved a major milestone at just 15…

EconomyAug 15, 2026

Australia's Federal Court has dismissed an appeal filed by India's Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) in a

HotEconomyAug 13, 2026

Punjab has begun its largest seafood and shrimp farming project under Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif. The goal is to grow the blue economy, create jobs, and raise exports by turning unused land into productive farms. In a recent meeting, the chief minister approved a plan to develop shrimp farms

EconomyAug 10, 2026

UAE contributes $737m, UK $555m in July remittances.Remittances up 4.5% on month-on-month basis in July.PM Shehbaz hails receipt of $3.6bn remittances in July.KARACHI: Workers' remittances reached $3.6 billion in July 2026, rising 13%...

PoliticsAug 14, 2026

Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah consistently emphasized the importance of responsible leadership, public service, and accountability in the governance of Pakistan. He reminded citizens that those entrusted with public office are there to serve the people and remain answerable for the responsibiliti

HotPoliticsAug 14, 2026

The salaries and benefits of Supreme Court judges in Pakistan have been revised following approval from President Asif Ali Zardari on the recommendation of the federal government. Under the new package, the Chief Justice of Pakistan will receive a monthly basic salary of Rs. 1.55 million, while othe

HotPoliticsAug 14, 2026

President Asif Ali Zardari has said that independence should not be seen only as an achievement of the past, but also as a responsibility that must be carried by every generation. In his message, the president stressed that the creation of Pakistan was the result of the democratic wishes and determi

HotTechnologyAug 13, 2026

China has set a new world record with an experimental maglev train. The test vehicle accelerated from a complete stop to 800 kilometres per hour in only 5.3 seconds. The trial took place on a one-kilometre track at the Donghu Laboratory in Hubei province. The model train, weighing about 1.1 tonnes,

TechnologyAug 13, 2026

Scientists have unveiled what is being described as the largest-ever two-dimensional color map of the…

TechnologyAug 11, 2026

TouchPoint (Pvt) Ltd has successfully enabled Meezan Bank Limited with a Cash & Cheque Deposit and Encashment Machine (CCDM), powered by QMatch Digital Platform and featuring 24/7 Virtual Teller Assistance. The solution brings multiple banking services together through a single self-service touchpoi

HotEnergyAug 13, 2026

Electricity consumers across Pakistan could face another increase in their power bills as the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) considers a proposed hike of Rs1.34 per unit under the quarterly tariff adjustment mechanism. If approved, the increase would remain applicable for a per

HotEnergyAug 13, 2026

Electricity consumers in Pakistan may face higher bills for three months in a row. Power distribution companies have asked the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) to approve a quarterly adjustment that would transfer an extra Rs 34 billion in costs to customers. If NEPRA accepts the

EnergyAug 12, 2026

Brent crude, West Texas Intermediate extend gains.US and Houthis attack ships in Gulf, Red Sea straits.US crude inventories rise, according to industry data.Oil prices rose on ​Wednesday morning as doubts about a...

FinanceAug 12, 2026

Pakistan’s expanding creator economy may soon come under greater tax scrutiny as the government moves toward bringing digital earnings into the formal taxation framework. Under the proposed approach, social media influencers and content creators could face a 10% withholding tax on certain payments g

FinanceAug 9, 2026

Saudi Arabia-led investors have completed the landmark $55 billion acquisition of Electronic Arts (EA), taking the major US-based video game publisher private in one of the largest transactions ever recorded in the gaming and corporate sectors. The consortium is led by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investme

FinanceAug 7, 2026

The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) has approved a Rs13 billion supplementary grant for Pakistan Television Corporation (PTV) to help it meet its expenses in the 2026-27 financial year. The meeting was chaired by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting

HealthAug 11, 2026

Liaquat National Hospital (LNH) has announced nine career opportunities in Karachi, offering openings across nursing, healthcare, medical technology, finance, auditing and hospital administration. The vacancies are spread across several departments, including Nursing, Ward Administration, Nephrology

HealthAug 8, 2026

Officials recently visited Monal Restaurant at the Bhaira Service Area and praised the place for its high standards of cleanliness and food safety. During the inspection, staff members were seen wearing masks, caps, and aprons while working. Food items kept in refrigerators had clear date labels, sh

HealthAug 7, 2026

Federal Health Minister Mustafa Kamal has highlighted serious challenges facing Pakistan’s healthcare system and called for urgent steps to improve health services across the country. Speaking at a ceremony in Karachi, he said nearly 300 children die every day because of inadequate healthcare facili

StartupsAug 7, 2026

Pakistan just got a seat on Asia’s biggest fintech stage. NayaPay was named Fintech Startup – Pakistan at the Asian Banking and Finance Awards 2026, being alongside some of the region’s most closely watched names in financial technology. For a country where most people were locked out of formal bank

StartupsAug 3, 2026

Luxury real estate is undergoing a fundamental transformation across the world. Today’s buyers are no longer searching solely for premium residences or iconic skylines; they are seeking complete communities that seamlessly combine comfort, convenience, commerce, recreation, and long-term investment

StartupsAug 1, 2026

Whenever you stay at a five-star hotel, the first thing you notice is how comfortable the bed is. Top Pakistani hotels like Pearl Continental (PC), Marriott, and Serena partner with elite local manufacturers to build mattresses that meet international standards. In Pakistan, Dolce Vita – The King of

WeatherAug 3, 2026

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a weather alert for a new spell of monsoon rains across most of the country from July 29 to August 5. Monsoon currents from the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal will affect upper and central areas starting July 29. A westerly wave is also expe

WeatherAug 3, 2026

The Jaglot–Skardu Road (JSR) has been reopened for all categories of traffic after the successful restoration of the temporary bridge at Sassi Haramosh, which was damaged due to recent flood-related impacts. The reopening marks a significant development for the region, as the road serves as a crucia

HotWeatherAug 2, 2026

The federal government is preparing to present the National Flood Protection Plan to the Council of Common Interests (CCI) for approval. The plan carries an estimated cost of around Rs700 billion. Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal shared the details while launching the Ministry’s Monthly Development Upd