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Some of Pakistan’s most fascinating stories aren’t found in history books or travel brochures. They’re being shared by the people living with them every day. In today’s digital era, people now have the opportunity to share stories of their communities, traditions, and experiences with audiences far
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Spider-Man: Brand New Day has reached a major box-office milestone, collecting approximately $2.022 billion worldwide…
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A beautiful crescent moon above the Green Dome of the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah has captured the attention of people around the world. The peaceful scene showed the crescent shining in the night sky above the iconic mosque, creating a striking combination of natural beauty and one of the most reco

Security
Security
Pakistan’s federal government has ordered a nationwide crackdown on illegal call centers involved in suspected cyber fraud, blackmail, gambling, online scams, and other unlawful activities. A special task force will lead the operation under the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) headquarters. The ta
Security
CDF interacts with Balochistan's political leadership: ISPR.Field marshal lauds notables' role in promoting peace: ISPR.CDF stresses the need to counter hostile propaganda: ISPR.Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff Field...
Security
Pakistan accuses India of exporting terror and abetting terrorists.Says Indian allegations can't divert attention from state-sponsored terror.Points to Kulbhushan as evidence of alleged Indian subversion in Pakistan
Finance
Traders across Pakistan are becoming more selective about where they place their money, and that shift is pushing brokers to compete on substance rather than promises. XM has responded by doubling down on the qualities that matter most to local traders, transparency, speed and accessibility, positio
Finance
International Steels Limited (ISL) posted a strong financial performance in FY2026, with its net profit soaring 136% year-on-year to Rs. 3.7 billion, compared with Rs. 1.56 billion recorded in FY2025. The significant increase highlights a substantial improvement in the company’s overall profitabilit
Finance
Pakistani chartered accountants with professional experience may have a new opportunity to build their careers in Ireland under the country’s employment permit system. The opportunity is particularly relevant for accountants with strong audit and financial services backgrounds. Information shared by
Sports
Pakistan Navy delivered a strong performance at the All Pakistan Independence Day Open Gold Cup Canoeing Championship 2026, winning eight gold medals and 60 points at the event held in Lahore. The championship was organised by the Punjab Canoeing Association as part of the Independence Day celebrati
Sports
Pakistan captain Babar Azam will miss the first Test against England at Headingley, which starts Wednesday.
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Atif Butt has made history in the competitive Tekken scene by winning the CEO 2026…
Education
Punjab’s Special Education Department has launched a five-day province-wide door-to-door survey to identify children with special educational needs and better understand the challenges they face in accessing education. The initiative will involve heads of special education institutions, teachers and
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The Punjab government has directed public schools across the province to observe 12 Rabi-ul-Awwal with activities focused on the life and teachings of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The occasion will be observed on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. Under the instructions, schools will arrange Quran recitation,
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Punjab is preparing to introduce activity-based textbooks for students up to Grade 5 from the 2027 academic session, marking a significant shift in the province’s approach to primary education. The new learning materials will place greater emphasis on practical activities, creativity, problem-solvin
Politics
In a significant development, the authorities are shifting Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf founder Imran Khan, who has remained in prison since August 2023, from Adiala Jail to Shifa International Hospital following the Supreme Court's...
Politics
Lawmakers approve both measures through majority voting.Federal cabinet has earlier approved the draft bills.Legislation follows changes under 27th constitutional amendment.ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly on Thursday passed by...
Politics
The federal government has given mixed signals over the Supreme Court’s (SC) order to transfer incarcerated Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran

International
International
Turkiye offers support for diplomatic and peace efforts.Ankara criticises US and Israeli assaults on Iran.Iran warns it may adopt fully offensive military posture.ANKARA: Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan has called on Donald Trump in...
International
Pakistan and the United States are working toward establishing direct air connectivity between the two countries after recent discussions between aviation officials in Karachi. A US delegation visited the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) headquarters and held talks with senior officials abou
International
US to pursue economic warfare, isolation on an unprecedented scale.Countries providing Iran economic “lifeline” warned of consequences.Targets oil smuggling, cash transfers, exchange houses, front companies.US...
Energy
Pakistan has announced a fresh revision in petroleum prices, with both petrol and High-Speed Diesel (HSD) becoming slightly more expensive. Under the latest adjustment, the price of petrol has been increased by Re. 0.27 per litre, while HSD has seen a rise of Rs. 1.64 per litre. Following the revisi
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Global oil prices have climbed above $90 per barrel again, raising fresh concerns about fuel prices in Pakistan. Brent crude reached around $91 per barrel on August 18, its highest level in nearly three weeks, as tensions around Iran and the Strait of Hormuz increased. Pakistan has already increased
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Pakistan is preparing to take a new step toward cleaner and more affordable energy with plans for its first full-scale agricultural waste-to-energy plant. The project is being led by Northumbria University with £1.25 million in funding from the UK government. It will focus on turning agricultural wa
Health
A local restaurant in Islamabad has introduced a special 15% discount for employees of Shifa…
Health
The Punjab government has expanded its welfare initiatives with programs designed to make financial and…
Health
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
Automotive
Great Wall Motor (GWM) Pakistan has officially launched the new Haval H6 GT, adding a sportier SUV to its local lineup. The vehicle is being assembled locally in Completely Knocked Down (CKD) form at Sazgar Engineering Works’ production facility in Pakistan. The H6 GT has a coupe-style design with a
Automotive
Master Changan Motors Limited (MCML) is set to make history in Pakistan’s automotive industry with the rollout of its ambitious House of Brands strategy. Over the next three months, MCML will introduce a series of groundbreaking products across Changan, Deepal, Nevo, and Avatr—an unprecedented miles
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Master Changan Motors Limited (MCML), Pakistan’s No.1 new entrant and leading Chinese automotive brand, is preparing to introduce CHANGAN NEVO in Pakistan—marking the next major step in bringing Changan’s Global House of Brands to the local market. The announcement builds on Master Changan’s rapid r
Economy
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said the federal government provided Rs. 128 billion in relief to protect the public from the impact of rising fuel prices and inflation. The amount was used to reduce pressure on consumers during the period of sharp increases in global oil prices. He made the state
Economy
Pakistan’s textile sector has recorded a strong start to the new fiscal year, with exports reaching $1.81 billion in July 2026, according to provisional data from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics. The July figure represents a 43.13% increase compared with June, when textile exports stood at $1.27 b
Economy
National debt increased by $8.4 trillion during Biden's four-year term.Tax cuts have constrained revenues as social safety net, interest costs grow.Trump not worried by bond market volatility, says interest rates should fall.
Technology
Robot rentals are getting cheaper in China — but are they cheap enough for ordinary people? This summer, humanoid robot rentals have surged. Daily rates have fallen from around RMB 8,000 (about $1,110) late last year to RMB 2,000–3,000 (about $280–420) now — a drop of more than 60%. So what are peop
Technology
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz held a meeting with Provincial Adviser on Artificial Intelligence Ali…
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Google, one of the world’s leading technology companies, has officially expanded its physical presence in…
Weather
Intense rainfall has caused widespread urban flooding in Islamabad and Rawalpindi, affecting roads, streets and residential areas across the twin cities. The continuous downpours have led to water collecting in several low-lying locations, making movement difficult for residents. Major roads and str
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A five-day spell of rain and thunderstorms is expected to affect parts of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa from August 17 to 21, with authorities warning residents about the possibility of heavy rainfall, strong winds, urban flooding and landslides in vulnerable areas. Several districts are likely to e
Weather
Army chief visits National Emergencies Operation Centre: ISPR.CDF receives briefing on coordinated response for monsoon season.He stresses swift response to safeguard lives, critical infrastructure.Chief of Defence Forces and...
Startups
Salma Butt visited the McDonald’s outlet at the Bhera Motorway Rest Area to review its facilities, cleanliness and overall standards. During her visit, she inspected different areas of the outlet and looked at the arrangements made for travelers using the busy motorway stop. She praised the McDonald
Startups
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
Startups
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