GeneralOct 11, 2026

Rescue 1122 diver Rais Irfan Sajid has reportedly lost his life while carrying out a rescue operation in Rahim Yar Khan, Punjab, highlighting the extraordinary risks faced by emergency responders who dedicate their lives to saving others. According to local reports, a car fell into a canal near Khan

GeneralOct 10, 2026

The Pakistan Army has completed a 66-kilometre road track connecting Shagma in Astore with Manthokha in Skardu, improving road access between the two areas. The development was reported on October 8, 2026. The road passes through difficult mountainous terrain and has reduced travel time between Asto

GeneralOct 10, 2026

Pakistan, October 07, 2026: Philip Morris Pakistan Limited (PMPKL), in collaboration with Hashoo Hunar Association (HHA), has successfully completed the construction of a 30,700-litre water storage tank in Rigayul, Skardu, Gilgit-Baltistan. The water-tank was built to strengthen water security, enha

Technology14 hours ago

The United States suspended the participation of eight major technology companies in a government verification process linked to employment-based permanent residency on October 8. The companies include Indian firms Tata Consultancy Services, Infosys, Wipro and HCL, along with US-based Microsoft, Ado

TechnologyOct 10, 2026

Boltlike Solutions, a Brillanz Group company and Official Audience Intelligence Partner of MADsemble 2026, today formally launched its next-generation audience measurement and intelligence ecosystem at The Nishat Hotel, Lahore, spanning television, digital and connected TV. The launch coincided with

TechnologyOct 10, 2026

POVA is making a comeback in Pakistan after more than two years. TECNO has confirmed the return, and this time it arrives as something Pakistan has never seen from POVA before: a Beauty and a Beast in one phone. You asked. TECNO listened. This comeback did not start in a boardroom. It started in the

SportsOct 10, 2026

Pakistan T20I captain Sahibzada Farhan has indicated that the door remains open for Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan to return to Pakistan’s T20I setup in the future. Farhan praised the experienced batters, describing them as among the world’s best players and suggesting that their return could happen

SportsOct 10, 2026

Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq has been left out of the squad for the national team’s upcoming home white-ball assignments, prompting criticism on social

SportsOct 9, 2026

Lionel Messi has ended his international career with Argentina, calling his farewell the “saddest day of my career” after his team defeated Benin 3-0 in Buenos Aires. Messi played his final match for Argentina on October 6 at the Monumental Stadium. The 39-year-old scored one goal and assisted two o

Education21 hours ago

A 20-year-old university student named Laiba Ijaz allegedly commited suicide after a travel agent defrauded her of Rs5 million for a planned move to the

EducationOct 11, 2026

As the need for more resilient and sustainable food systems grows, Nestlé Pakistan is strengthening its collaboration with the University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF), bringing together industry and academia to advance regenerative agriculture, research and knowledge sharing. The two organization

EducationOct 9, 2026

A Pakistani student pursuing Artificial Intelligence at the Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology (NUIST) won Third Prize among six finalists and was awarded the honorary title of “River Messenger” at the 5th International Youth River Exchange held on Sept 29 in Ningbo, Zhejiang p

Automotive19 hours ago

PIA signs lease agreement with Norwegian airline.Agreement helps Norse Atlantic retain key ACMI.PIA says deal to offer passengers more travel options.The Pakistan International Airlines has signed a lease agreement with Norway's Norse...

AutomotiveOct 11, 2026

Limited Stock Price Lock Offer with a complimentary 7 kW Home Charger worth PKR 100,000 Chery Master Pakistan is giving customers more than just a better way to drive. The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid is Pakistan’s best-value 7-seater plug-in hybrid SUV, combining AWD capability, six driving modes, pr

AutomotiveOct 8, 2026

The JAECOO 7 is strengthening its position as one of the most successful vehicle in the UK, with its latest sales performance highlighting the growing acceptance of Chinese automotive brands in one of the world’s most established and competitive automotive markets. According to Autocar, the JAECOO 7

Security15 hours ago

Pakistan and Turkiye have agreed to establish a Joint Working Group to improve coordination between their interior ministries and signed an agreement to

Security22 hours ago

An International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) team has found Pakistan’s nuclear security arrangements robust following a 12-day review, while recommending

SecurityOct 10, 2026

The United States has moved most of its troops away from Camp Buehring, a major military base in Kuwait, following repeated Iranian attacks. Newly released videos published by CBS News on October 7, 2026, show damage caused by Iranian missiles and drones during the ongoing conflict. Camp Buehring ha

StartupsOct 10, 2026

KissanPay, a Shariah-compliant agri-fintech platform by Kissan Gudam and aik by BankIslami, was inaugurated at the Pakistan Agriculture Connections Expo 2026. The event was organised by Kissan Gudam and was attended by Saleem Ullah, Deputy Governor, State Bank of Pakistan, and Ahmed Umair, Coordinat

StartupsOct 10, 2026

It’s only been two weeks since Highfy launched its app, and 22k people have already downloaded it, while more than half have even placed their first order. “For five years, our customers have been telling us how they shop,” said Hanzala Raja, founder of Highfy.” We’d read the same messages over and

StartupsOct 9, 2026

Marking a major milestone for sustainable tourism in Pakistan, Above Zero (Private) Limited announced today that it has signed an Expression of Interest (EOI) with UAE-headquartered real estate giant Fatima International Group. The strategic partnership aims to explore high-impact investment opportu

EconomyOct 11, 2026

Three of Pakistan’s leading listed textile companies reported a strong increase in profits during fiscal year 2025-26, supported by higher exports and lower borrowing costs. According to an AKD Research report published on October 9, Interloop, Nishat Mills and Nishat Chunian earned a combined net p

EconomyOct 11, 2026

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has generated a record Rs. 335.6 million from the sale of four Markhor hunting permits, highlighting the financial potential of regulated wildlife conservation. The permits were issued under Pakistan’s trophy hunting programme, which allows a limited number of selected animals to

EconomyOct 9, 2026

The ongoing US-Iran conflict and disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz are adding to economic pressures on Pakistan, according to the World Bank’s latest regional economic update. The report highlighted the impact of higher energy costs on countries already facing financial and economic challenges

International13 hours ago

India’s ambition to host the 2036 Olympic Games has sparked debate over whether greater attention should first be given to the challenges faced by its citizens. According to the UNDP’s 2025 Human Development Report, India ranks 130th out of 193 countries. Concerns also remain over air pollution, hun

International24 hours ago

Sanctions to prevent companies from providing services to ICCSecretary of State Marco Rubio calls ICC tribunal 'rogue court'.ICC prosecutor slams sanctions, says tribunal's work won't stop.

InternationalOct 11, 2026

Aleppo’s historic Great Umayyad Mosque in Syria officially reopened on Thursday following years of restoration, nearly 13 years after intense fighting during the country’s civil war forced it to close. The mosque’s minaret, which collapsed in 2013, has been reconstructed using some of the original s

Energy17 hours ago

More than 10 million people in Pakistan have benefited from the government’s fuel subsidy programme, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced, highlighting the initiative’s reach among citizens facing fuel expenses. According to the prime minister, more than 10.8 million people have registered fo

EnergyOct 11, 2026

Petrol prices in Pakistan could rise above Rs1,000 per litre if international crude oil prices reach $200 per barrel and the government ends fuel subsidies, according to an energy market estimate reported on October 9, 2026. However, this remains a possible scenario rather than an announced price in

EnergyOct 11, 2026

Federal Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik has said that the petroleum levy is beyond his unilateral control, explaining that its targets are set in the federal budget and cannot be changed without consultation with international partners. Speaking to the National Assembly Standing Committee on Pe

Politics23 hours ago

Police say protesters will face force of law if they violate ban.Demonstrators want election chief Gyanesh Kumar to resign.BJP says rivals cry foul as they cannot beat Modi at polls.Police in the Indian capital detained scores of protesters...

PoliticsOct 11, 2026

An audio recording purportedly featuring former Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) chief minister (CM) Ali Amin Gandapur has surfaced wherein he can be heard

PoliticsOct 10, 2026

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has ruled that a marriage can be dissolved on the ground of shiqaq, meaning serious and continuing marital discord, even when cruelty is not proven. The ruling was issued by a five-member bench headed by Justice Shahid Waheed in cases involving Zainab Bibi and Iram Naz

HealthOct 9, 2026

The Punjab government has issued a health alert to hospitals across the province over COVID-19 and seasonal flu, warning that patient numbers could increase in outpatient departments (OPDs) and other hospital wards. The alert was issued on Wednesday, October 7, to chief executive officers and medica

HealthOct 9, 2026

A medical board examining Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan at Adiala Jail on August 10 recorded his anxiety level at three-plus and

HealthOct 7, 2026

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has announced an additional 15% increase in stipends for trainee doctors who continued working during the recent strike at government hospitals. According to officials, the Postgraduate Medical Institute (PGMI) has asked medical teaching institutions to provide list

FinanceOct 10, 2026

Karachi, October 1, 2026: JS Bank has been recognised with the Best Digital Experience in Pakistan award at the Asian Experience Awards 2026, organised by Singapore based Asian Business Review. The recognition acknowledges JS Bank’s digital banking experience across its JS Mobile App, JS Bot on What

FinanceOct 9, 2026

Salaried Pakistanis contributed significantly more in income tax than the retail and real estate sectors combined during the first quarter of the fiscal year, according to preliminary Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) data. Income tax collected from salaried individuals reached Rs. 144 billion between

FinanceOct 8, 2026

FBR has cancelled the scheduled auction of a Bahria Town property in Rawalpindi following a Supreme Court stay order that temporarily stopped tax recovery proceedings against the group. The property, located in Bahria Golf City, comprises 32 kanal and 11 marla of land along with a constructed house.

WeatherOct 7, 2026

Several parts of Pakistan are expected to receive rain and thunderstorms over the next two days as a westerly weather system affects the northern areas, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD). The latest forecast issued on October 5 said scattered rain, wind and thunderstorms are

WeatherOct 4, 2026

Luxus Hunza, a well known resort beside Attabad Lake in Gilgit-Baltistan, is reportedly being demolished following damage and safety concerns linked to flooding in the area. However, no reliable official source has yet confirmed that demolition is currently taking place. The resort was badly affecte

WeatherSep 30, 2026

Rain is expected in Lahore and several other parts of Punjab over the next 24 hours, according to the Meteorological Department. The forecast warns of strong winds, thunderstorms, heavy rainfall and possible hailstorms in some areas, with weather conditions likely to remain unsettled during the peri