Security4 hours ago

KP govt urged to prioritise worsening security challenges.Governor's rule should be constitutional last resort: Bilawal.Says emergency should follow failed political efforts only.Pakistan Peoples Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari...

Security7 hours ago

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has rejected reports that major roads in Islamabad have been closed, saying containers placed at different locations are part of temporary security arrangements. In a fact check issued on October 3, the ministry said the containers were placed as a precau

Security21 hours ago

Kharan Deputy Commissioner (DC) Munir Ahmed Soomro has been freed on Friday after nearly two weeks in the custody of armed men who abducted him while he

Sports8 hours ago

Pakistan secured the silver medal in the men’s cricket competition at the 2026 Asian Games after losing to India by 19 runs in the final on Saturday, October 3, in Nisshin, Japan. India, batting first, posted 211 for six in 20 overs. Abhishek Sharma led the scoring with 61 runs from 28 balls, while

SportsOct 3, 2026

Pakistan cricket star Babar Azam has been picked by Desert Vipers for $80,000 in the fifth season auction of the International League T20 (ILT20) in Dubai. The deal came at his listed base price, making him one of the major additions to the UAE based league for the upcoming season. Babar entered the

SportsOct 3, 2026

Pakistan secured a place in the Asian Games men’s cricket final after defeating Bangladesh by six wickets in the first semi-final in Nishin, Japan. Bangladesh batted first after being sent in and posted 111 for 7 from their allotted 13 overs. Pakistan’s bowlers kept the opposition from building a bi

Politics6 hours ago

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister’s Adviser on Finance Muzammil Aslam has questioned Punjab’s reported claim of building or upgrading 45,000 kilometres of roads in the province. In a statement on October 3, Aslam compared the figure with Pakistan’s national highway network, which he said is around 1

Politics16 hours ago

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has been invited to Muscat, Oman, to receive the 2026 UN-Habitat Scroll of Honour Award for Punjab’s “Apni Chhat Apna Ghar” housing programme. The award ceremony will take place on October 5 during the global observance of World Habitat Day. The programme wa

Politics17 hours ago

The federal government has decided to abolish 60 percent of vacant permanent posts within the federal accounts system as part of measures to manage government positions and streamline staffing. The Controller General of Accounts has directed the relevant offices to begin implementing the decision. U

AutomotiveOct 4, 2026

Punjab has recorded a 34 percent increase in driving licence services, with more than 856,000 citizens using licensing facilities across the province during the last month. According to officials, Lahore accounted for more than 139,000 driving licences issued during the period. The figures also show

AutomotiveOct 4, 2026

Madinah’s public bus network has introduced several updates aimed at making travel around the holy city more convenient and affordable for residents and visitors. As part of the changes, the fare for the airport bus has been reduced to SAR 3.45. The service provides a lower-cost travel option for pa

AutomotiveOct 3, 2026

is planning to expand the use of artificial intelligence across its operations as it looks for ways to improve efficiency and reduce costs, with around 8,000 management positions potentially affected by planned workforce changes by next year. The proposed reductions would represent roughly one-fifth

Economy11 hours ago

The Capital Development Authority (CDA) is preparing a major commercial development along Islamabad’s G.T. Road that could generate more than Rs. 500 billion for the civic authority. CDA Chairman Sohail Ashraf has directed the relevant departments to speed up planning and other work ahead of the pro

Economy15 hours ago

Pakistan will export an additional 70,000 metric tonnes of rice to Malaysia between October and December 2026, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said. The additional export arrangement is expected to create further opportunities for Pakistan’s agriculture and rice sectors by expanding access to the

EconomyOct 3, 2026

Pakistan Customs has destroyed counterfeit and pirated products valued at around Rs. 315 million after carrying out multiple operations against the illegal trade of fake goods across the country. The Directorate of Customs Intellectual Property Rights Enforcement disposed of the seized products as p

GeneralOct 4, 2026

A photographer has publicly raised concerns over the alleged use of one of his photographs by Pearl Continental Malam Jabba without his permission or consent. According to the photographer, the image was originally his creative work and was later used by the hotel without obtaining the necessary app

GeneralOct 1, 2026

Islamabad is set to receive 21 new rescue and firefighting vehicles after a modern fleet arrived at Karachi Port from China, marking the capital’s first major addition to its firefighting fleet in nearly 17 years. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi inspected the newly arrived vehicles at Karachi Port an

GeneralSep 28, 2026

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StartupsOct 4, 2026

Ecosign Mountain Resort Planners Ltd., a Canadian company based in Whistler, is one of the most innovative and experienced mountain resort planning firms in the world. Among the firm’s legacy projects are iconic destinations such as Zermatt, Switzerland; Thaiwoo, China; Hanazono, Japan; and Snowbasi

StartupsOct 1, 2026

As McDonald’s marks 28 years of operations in Pakistan, the global food-service giant is highlighting the domestic enterprises that have scaled alongside the brand into world-class industry leaders. The anniversary gathering, hosted at McDonald’s Etihad Town restaurant in Lahore, brought together re

StartupsOct 1, 2026

Premier PayFast hosted the 4th Padel Partners Tournament at Padel-In, Lahore, bringing together leaders and representatives from Pakistan’s retail ecosystem for an evening of sport, networking and meaningful industry connections. The tournament welcomed participants from leading retail and consumer

EnergyOct 3, 2026

Iran war has raised fuel prices, adding to pressure on household budgetsUS consumer confidence falls to near 12-and-a-half-year low in Sept.Diesel prices recently hit a record $6.53 per gallon, according to AAA.US...

EnergySep 30, 2026

Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Emir Hafiz Naeemur Rehman has claimed that the party’s nationwide protest campaign played a role in pushing the government towards measures aimed at reducing the burden of high petrol prices. Speaking at a press conference in Karachi, he said petrol could have reached Rs. 500 to

EnergySep 30, 2026

Pakistan’s energy sector could see fresh investment following a new cooperation agreement between Shaheen Energy (Pvt) Limited and China-based Anton Oilfield Services Group. The two companies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore investment opportunities estimated at around Rs. 20 bil

EducationOct 3, 2026

The Pakistan Medical & Dental Council (PM&DC) has approved 1,400 additional seats in public-sector medical and dental colleges across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, Islamabad Capital Territory and Punjab. The decision is aimed at increasing opportunities for students who qualify on merit, particul

EducationOct 3, 2026

A 9th class student who suffered critical burns while rescuing other students from a school van that caught fire in Murree has died one day after the

EducationOct 2, 2026

At the recently concluded 48th WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai, three young Pakistanis put their skills, stories and national identity on the global stage—marking Pakistan’s debut at the world’s largest skills competition. Graphic designer Nabeed Ul Arfeen showed the world Pakistan’s creativity

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

WeatherSep 15, 2026

Punjab is preparing for another round of monsoon rain as the ninth and expected final spell of the season begins across parts of the province. The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has warned that the spell will continue until September 17. According to the latest weather alerts, rain

WeatherSep 14, 2026

Madinah witnessed a spell of rainy and stormy weather as rain and lightning brought a change to the city’s usually hot conditions. The weather created a striking scene, with flashes of lightning lighting up the sky during the night. Saudi Arabia’s National Center for Meteorology (NCM) had issued wea

InternationalOct 4, 2026

Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif met President of United States (US) Donald Trump during a reception banquet hosted by the US president for world

InternationalOct 3, 2026

Despite recent tensions between Pakistan and India, officials from both countries engaged through the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) in Islamabad, where Indian SCO National Coordinator Alok Dimri met Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. Dimri, who is also an Addi

InternationalOct 3, 2026

India’s National Coordinator for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), Alok Dimri, arrived in Pakistan this week for meetings under Islamabad’s

FinanceOct 3, 2026

Saudi, Turkish firms showed interest in discos privatisation: FinMin.Comprehensive plan in works to boost investment: AurangzebFinMin hails FBR for meeting its tax collection target for September.

FinanceOct 2, 2026

Taxpayers have until September 30 (today) to file their income tax returns for 2025-26, with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) warning that late filing

FinanceOct 1, 2026

Iran’s currency has reached a new record low against the US dollar, adding to the economic pressure already facing households and businesses across the country. The dollar climbed to around 2.4 million Iranian rials in Iran’s free market, marking the weakest level recorded for the rial. The latest d

HealthOct 3, 2026

The 7th International Conference of Lifestyle Medicine (ICLM 2026) commenced on Tuesday at Jacaranda Family Club, DHA , Islamabad, bringing together policymakers, healthcare leaders, physicians, researchers and national and international experts to advance preventive and whole-person healthcare. Joi

HealthOct 3, 2026

Reckitt Pakistan, Launched Saaf Sehatmand Pakistan, its flagship social impact platform contributing towards Better Health in More Hands, Every Day, in partnership with the Aga Khan Foundation. Reckitt Pakistan formalised an agreement with the Aga Khan Foundation to support the implementation of the

HealthOct 2, 2026

Residents of Jaro in Tehsil Koh-e-Suleman, Dera Ghazi Khan, are reportedly facing a serious shortage of water, with limited access to clean and safe drinking water. The shortage has created difficult conditions for local families, who have few alternatives to meet their daily water needs. According

TechnologyOct 3, 2026

A young Pakistani man has attracted attention for his claimed ability to make around 170 different types of pistols, with his work reportedly gaining recognition both in Pakistan and abroad. His skills have drawn interest from people who have seen his craftsmanship, while reports suggest that he has

TechnologyOct 3, 2026

Pakistan’s local mobile phone assembly sector produced 18.66 million handsets during the first eight months of 2026, significantly higher than the 2.74 million devices commercially imported into the country during the same period. Of the locally assembled phones, around 8 million were smartphones, w

TechnologyOct 2, 2026

Daraz Pakistan is bringing the latest generation of iPhone to customers across the country with the launch of the iPhone 18 series on the Apple Official Store on DarazMall, combining access to the newest devices with exclusive launch benefits and convenient payment options. As part of the launch, St