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Finance

KPK Sets New Provincial Record with Rs. 150 Billion Revenue

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has achieved a major financial milestone by collecting Rs. 150 billion in its own-source revenue during the fiscal year 2025–26. This is the highest amount the province has collected so far and is well above its original target of Rs. 129 billion. Notably, this achievement was mad

International

New 4-Year Hajj Policy

Pakistan has introduced its first-ever four-year Hajj Policy for 2027–2030, giving intending pilgrims greater flexibility…

International

Pakistan, Kuwait Strengthen Defence Ties

Pact boosts defence partnership between two countries: FO.Says Pakistan, Kuwait to work closely to implement defence pact.FO says it reflects shared resolve to elevate security partnership.Pakistan on Wednesday welcomed Kuwait's...

International

Iran Protests US Military

Bulgaria approved deployment of eight US tanker aircraft and 250 personnel.Araqchi says move facilitated aggression against Iran.Urges Cyprus to ensure foreign military bases are not used against Iran.DUBAI:...

Sports

Fatima Zahra Wins Pakistan's First Commonwealth Games Boxing Medal

Pakistan celebrated its first medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games as boxer Fatima Zahra won a bronze medal in the women’s 60kg boxing event. Her achievement marked an important moment for the country’s campaign at the Games and brought pride to Pakistan’s sports community. Fatima Zahra secured her

Sports

8 Climbers' Remains Recovered After Broad Peak Avalanche

Remains of eight climbers recovered, say sources.Climbers' bodies seen in a drone footage: police.Rescuers, military helicopters scouring area.Rescue teams resumed a high-altitude search on Saturday for missing climbers after a powerful...

HotPolitics

Pakistan Unveils Rs. 700 Billion Plan to Prevent Future Floods

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

Energy

RLNG Prices Up 34.6%

RLNG price goes up $6.316 for SNGPL consumers.Pakistan received just five LNG cargoes in July.RLNG prices up over 144% since Middle East war.ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority has hiked the prices of...

Energy

LPG Price Jumps by Rs. 12.89 Per Kg

The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has increased the price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) for August by Rs. 12.89 per kilogram. Following the latest increase, the price of a standard 11.8kg household LPG cylinder has crossed Rs. 3,000, adding to the financial burden on consumers. Under th

Energy

Fuel prices drop

Petrol price falls by 12 paisas per litre.Diesel rate decreases by 66 paisas per litre.Kerosene price drops by Rs1.22 per litre.The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority updates petroleum products prices on a daily basis on its website to...

Economy

Punjab Planning Board Jobs: Up To Rs. 1.2 Million Monthly Salary

The Planning and Development Board of the Government of Punjab has announced new project-based vacancies under the Climate Finance Unit, Punjab, with monthly salaries up to Rs. 1.2 million. The positions are part of an Annual Development Programme scheme and aim to hire professionals in climate fina

Economy

Pakistan's Car Ownership Rate Drops to 11 Per 1,000 Residents

Pakistan’s car ownership rate has declined significantly to just 11 vehicles per 1,000 people, reflecting the mounting challenges facing the country’s automotive sector. Industry experts attribute the decline to a combination of rising vehicle prices, high financing costs, reduced consumer purchasin

Economy

Pakistan-US Trade on the Rise: $20bn by 2031

DPM Dar invites American investors to tap opportunities.Pakistan pledges full facilitation for long-term investors.Congressmen praise Pakistan's constructive regional role.Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar on...

Education

Armed Forces Schools Secure Top 3 Science Spots in FBISE 2026 SSC Exams

Students from armed schools secured the top three positions in the Science Group of the Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (FBISE) Secondary School Certificate (SSC) examinations for 2026. Afeera Ijaz of Army Public School and College for Girls, Pasban, Rawalpindi Cantonment, took

Education

University of Oxford Offers Fully Funded Scholarship to Pakistani Students

The prestigious Skoll MBA Scholarship 2027 has opened applications for outstanding social entrepreneurs from around the world who wish to pursue an MBA at the Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, in the United Kingdom. The scholarship is designed to support individuals who have demonstrated a

HotStartups

Pakistani Startups Shine

More than 50 Pakistani startups are shining at Expand North Star 2025 in Dubai. This…

Startups

HUM Network Seeks Fresh Graduates for Trainee Roles in Karachi, Apply Now!

HUM Network has announced a new employment opportunity for the position of Department Coordinator (Trainee) at its Karachi office. The organization is inviting applications from fresh graduates as well as candidates with up to one year of professional experience who are looking to begin their career

Environment

Pakistan Faces Devastating Heat-Related Deaths by 2050

Pakistan could become one of the countries most severely affected by climate change due to rising temperatures and limited access to affordable cooling solutions, according to a new study by the Climate Impact Lab. The research warns that if current climate trends continue unchecked, the country may

General

Pakistani Mountaineers Conquer 6,050-Meter Thalo Zom Peak

A nine-member mountaineering team from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has successfully climbed the 6,050-metre Thalo Zom peak in the Hindu Kush mountain range. With this challenging climb, the climbers created history. The team began the expedition on 9 July 2026 and reached the summit on 17 July after eight ha

Health

Human Placenta, Used Syringes Found in Open at Karachi Govt Hospital

A reported incident at a government hospital in Karachi has raised serious concerns about the handling and disposal of medical waste. According to reports, human placenta and used syringes were found dumped in an open area instead of being disposed of through proper medical waste management procedur