Security14 hours ago

At least 11 people have been killed in Unites States (US) strikes on Iran, including people attending a wedding ceremony, while Tehran launched missile

SecuritySep 2, 2026

Trump: Kharg Island being blown to smithereens!Jordan's army says it intercepted eight missiles.US says it attacked Iranian rocket launchers on small island.Iran said on Monday it attacked US military...

SecuritySep 1, 2026

Bangladesh has confirmed plans to buy Chinese J-10 fighter jets, with a government adviser saying that the aircraft’s reported performance against Indian

Education5 hours ago

More than half of the students who appeared in the 9th class exams under the Lahore Board have failed, according to the 2026 results announced on September 2. The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Lahore reported that 280,676 students appeared in the SSC Part-I annual examination.

Education10 hours ago

Wafi Energy Pakistan Limited’s Tameer Trust has partnered with The Dawood Foundation (TDF) to support access to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) education and experiential learning for children from underserved communities through TDF’s MagnifiScience Centre. Under the partner

EducationSep 4, 2026

The Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) has announced the results of the CSS 2026 written examination on August 31, 2026, with only a small number of candidates making it through to the next stage. The written exam was held from February 4 to 15, 2026. The results show that the examination rema

GeneralSep 4, 2026

The Pakistan Army has opened recruitment for several positions under its 2026 intake, giving eligible candidates a chance to join the force in different roles. Available Positions Position Minimum Education Age Limit JCO, Naib Khateeb Dars-e-Nizami + FA/FSc or equivalent 20 to 28 years General Duty

GeneralSep 4, 2026

Etihad Town, recognized as Pakistan’s most trustworthy real estate brand, hosted a grand possession ceremony for Etihad Town Phase – II, marking the successful completion of the development and the formal handover of possession to customers. The well-attended event took place at the Etihad Town Phas

GeneralSep 1, 2026

Building lacked hydrants, sprinklers and functional alarm system.Civil Defence inspection reports 2024-25 flagged same deficiencies.KMC audit in 2021 also found fundamental safety failures.KARACHI: The Commission of Inquiry into the...

Economy21 hours ago

The HBL Pakistan Manufacturing PMI inched up to 51.8 in August 2026, from 51.7 in July, reaching its highest level since the onset of the war. Although the pace of expansion remained modest, underlying demand conditions continued to improve, supported by a combination of stronger domestic orders and

EconomySep 2, 2026

Pakistan’s Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector maintained strong growth momentum during 2025–26, with export remittances rising 19.7 percent year-on-year and generating a $2.91 billion trade surplus, according to the Pakistan Economic Survey. Moreover, the number of IT and IT-enabl

EconomySep 2, 2026

Supreme leader urges Iranian government to address economic hardshipUS sanctions Egyptian bank said to have ties with Iran via Emirati unit.With Gulf war now at six-month mark, negotiations are at impasse.

International6 hours ago

Bangladeshi adventurer Najmun Nahar has reached an impressive milestone by visiting 185 countries, becoming the first Bangladeshi and the first Muslim woman to achieve this feat, according to recent reports. Nahar completed her 185th country visit in Bhutan on August 7, 2026. Her journey has taken 2

InternationalSep 3, 2026

Tensions high after recent US, Iranian strikes.Tehran says it will reciprocate if US does so.Iran has enough foreign currency, says central bank chief.Iran said on Tuesday it would reciprocate if the United States honoured its commitments under...

InternationalSep 3, 2026

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye have agreed to institutionalise their cooperation under the Makkah Agreement, with Pakistan set to head the alliance’s

Politics15 hours ago

President Asif Ali Zardari and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi held a meeting in London to discuss key national matters, with Zardari reiterating his

Politics17 hours ago

Shoaib, the man who became an internet sensation after his now-viral “Zyada Pani Kahan Khara Hai?” moment, is finally receiving the recognition he deserves. Known for his efforts in managing rainwater, sewage, and floodwater drainage, Shoaib has been actively involved in helping address water-relate

PoliticsSep 3, 2026

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has directed authorities to introduce dedicated motorcycle lanes on major roads across Lahore as part of a broader plan to improve traffic management and road safety. The decision was taken during a meeting focused on addressing traffic congestion and improving the

EnergySep 2, 2026

US forces struck two Iranian launchers on Larak.IRGC says it attacked two US air bases in Jordan.US says it will use Venezuelan oil to replenish SPR.Oil prices jumped more than $1 a barrel on Monday after...

EnergySep 2, 2026

Pakistan is experiencing temporary additional load-shedding during peak nighttime hours after a shortage of Re-Gasified Liquefied Natural Gas (RLNG) affected electricity generation, according to the Power Division. The non-availability of an RLNG cargo has reportedly resulted in a reduction of aroun

EnergyAug 31, 2026

Component remains in long-term power planning: power division.Free electricity market replaced new IPPs, says power division.Govt rejects attempts to link IPPs with Diamer-Bhasha project.The federal...

TechnologySep 3, 2026

An iPhone 17 Pro has reportedly achieved a Guinness World Record after surviving a dramatic 100,418-foot drop onto natural land in Kiruna, Sweden. As part of the experiment, the smartphone was attached to a weather balloon and lifted into the stratosphere, reaching an altitude of more than 100,000 f

TechnologySep 2, 2026

Google has opened multiple job opportunities in Pakistan, giving local professionals a chance to apply for roles with the global technology company. Current listings on Google Careers show positions based in Karachi, with openings mainly linked to sales, education, advertising, and business developm

TechnologySep 1, 2026

Online personality Sneako has asked Rockstar Games to include a mosque in Grand Theft Auto 6, saying Muslim players should have a place to pray in the upcoming game. Sneako suggested in a post on X after recent official footage showed more details of the game world. He pointed to the inclusion of st

Finance16 hours ago

Around 40 million Pakistanis—equivalent to four crore people—now hold cryptocurrency-linked accounts, highlighting the rapid growth…

FinanceAug 31, 2026

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) recorded a net profit of nearly Rs 2 trillion during the financial year ended June 30, 2026. According to its annual financial statements, the central bank earned Rs 1.99 trillion, compared with Rs 2.5 trillion in the previous year. This represents a decline of about

FinanceAug 31, 2026

Karachi, 28 August 2026: BankIslami, one of Pakistan’s fastest-growing Islamic banks, has announced the launch of a Riba-free Agri Vehicle Financing solution. The offering is designed to promote the country’s agriculture sector and equip farmers and agri-based businesses with affordable transportati

Automotive18 hours ago

Pak Suzuki has discontinued the Cultus VXR and Cultus VXL-AGS variants with immediate effect, marking a significant change in the company’s current passenger car lineup. Authorised dealerships have also been instructed to stop accepting new bookings for both variants. Following the decision, the Cul

AutomotiveSep 2, 2026

Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP) has launched its “Mechanic on Wheels” service to help motorists facing vehicle problems on roads across the federal capital. The service operates under the slogan, “Where your car stops, help arrives.” Motorists can use the service for issues such as flat tyres, batter

AutomotiveSep 1, 2026

The public transport network in Peshawar is set for an expansion after the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government purchased 50 additional buses for the city’s Bus Rapid Transit system. The new buses have been acquired at a cost of Rs2.14 billion and are expected to increase the capacity of the BRT network as

Sports19 hours ago

The Pakistan Cricket Board has officially opened applications for a new Fielding Coach for the Pakistan men’s national cricket team, with the recruitment advertisement publicly shared on LinkedIn. The selected coach will be responsible for improving the fielding standards of Pakistan’s players acros

Sports22 hours ago

Pakistan cricket team captain Babar Azam has reportedly fallen ill with a fever following the team’s recent defeat against England. The star batter is currently unwell and is understood to be resting as he focuses on his recovery. Babar’s condition has drawn attention from fans and cricket followers

SportsSep 4, 2026

Garena has announced the Free Fire World Series (FFWS) Pakistan 2026 Fall, the official national tournament that will crown Pakistan’s representative for the FFWS Global Finals 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand. The tournament is sponsored by Tapshop. The challenge begins with the Free Fire Cup (FFC) In-Gam

HealthSep 3, 2026

Siemens Healthineers has appointed Evelyn Gunnewig as Chief Executive Officer of Pakistan, reinforcing the company’s more than 100-year commitment to advancing healthcare in Pakistan through innovation, digitalization and AI-enabled technologies. In her new role, Gunnewig will lead the company’s str

HealthSep 3, 2026

PIMS had reportedly been functioning without a valid licence from the Islamabad Healthcare Regulatory Authority for two years before a fire in its neonatal nursery killed 14 newborns. The disclosure was made before the Senate Standing Committee on National Health Services, where lawmakers raised ser

HealthSep 3, 2026

The Capital Development Authority has taken action against 48 public and private hospitals and medical centres in Islamabad after inspections uncovered serious gaps in fire and life safety arrangements. The healthcare facilities have collectively been fined Rs14.05 million following enforcement insp

WeatherSep 3, 2026

Heavy rain lashed Rawalpindi and Islamabad early on Tuesday morning, flooding low-lying areas and pushing water levels in Lai Nullah above the danger

WeatherAug 30, 2026

Heavy rain, thunder and lightning recently swept across Makkah and Madinah. A lightning strike even hit the famous Clock Tower in Makkah. Yet inside the Grand Mosque, pilgrims remained focused on their worship. Despite the downpour, thousands of worshippers continued performing Tawaf around the Kaab

WeatherAug 29, 2026

A major flood disaster has caused widespread destruction across parts of Nepal and Tibet, with nearly 1,500 people reported missing after a huge landslide sent rocks, mud and ice into a Himalayan river. Nepal has reported 826 people unaccounted for, including a large number of foreign tourists. In T

StartupsSep 2, 2026

The easiest time to recognise a billion-dollar company is when it’s already worth a billion dollars. Venture capital exists to spot that potential much earlier and provide the founders the capital and resources to get there Fasset, the global fintech company, has now reached a US$1B valuation follow

StartupsAug 31, 2026

Karachi, Pakistan – August 2026 — Yango Pakistan, part of global tech company Yango Group, has been certified as a Great Place to Work® for 2026, highlighting the company’s commitment to building a workplace where employees feel valued, trusted and connected to the work they do. The recognition come

StartupsAug 30, 2026

Zindigi, powered by JS Bank, and DAT AI Systems have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore and jointly develop technology-led financial and digital solutions for government entities, educational institutions, corporates and other organizations. The collaboration combines Zindigi’s di