Technology2 hours ago

More than five million industrial robots are now operating in factories around the world, highlighting…

TechnologyOct 6, 2026

Elon Musk has sparked a fresh debate over gender stereotypes after again describing Instagram as a platform “for girls.” The Tesla and SpaceX chief remarked on October 1, 2026, while responding to an X post from Geiger Capital, which said it had deleted its Instagram account and called the platform

TechnologyOct 3, 2026

Apple Music has officially launched in Pakistan, giving users access to the streaming service after an 11-year wait since its global debut in 2015. Pakistani users can now subscribe to the Individual plan for Rs. 379 per month or the Family plan for Rs. 649 per month. Both plans include a one-month

Automotive16 hours ago

Ten years ago, Pakistan watched the future of mobility arrive everywhere else. On 3rd October, Master Changan Motors Limited, Changan Automobile’s only joint venture outside China, marked its tenth anniversary by bringing that future home. In the most ambitious launch in Pakistan’s automotive histor

AutomotiveOct 6, 2026

Pakistan’s used car imports increased sharply in September 2026, with 2,276 vehicles entering the country during the month. Commerce Ministry data shows that most of these vehicles arrived through the Gift Scheme. The latest figures show a strong recovery in used vehicle imports after a major declin

AutomotiveOct 5, 2026

Truck operators are avoiding routes toward Punjab and northern Pakistan after authorities seized more than 2,000 freight vehicles during security preparations for a planned protest in Islamabad. The situation has also caused cargo to pile up at Karachi’s port as transporters fear their trucks and co

InternationalOct 7, 2026

Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) and Foreign Minister (FM) Ishaq Dar, Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal

InternationalOct 6, 2026

Iran says no military solution to war, calls for negotiations.Urges ceasefire, unfreezing of its assets, lifting of sanctions.Iran's oil minister Mohsen Paknejad resigns for personal reasons.Iranian Foreign...

InternationalOct 6, 2026

Angelina Jolie has renewed calls for urgent humanitarian assistance for people in Gaza, sharing images showing the widespread destruction and difficult living conditions faced by civilians. The actress and humanitarian advocate highlighted the growing need for shelter and essential supplies as winte

Security9 hours ago

Members of the Makkah Defence Alliance have agreed to begin the practical implementation of their collective defence commitments and take measures to

Security10 hours ago

Pakistani, Turkish forces involved in reconnaissance: defence czar.Houthis retreat from several Yemeni areas seized last month: Asif.Defence minister says Yemeni govt at an advantage in conflict.Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has...

Security11 hours ago

US authorities have announced a reward of up to $100,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of a Pakistani man accused of operating a counterfeit postage business that allegedly caused major losses to the US Postal Service. The suspect, identified as Faheem Akram, is accused of run

Energy13 hours ago

SAJ has announced a strategic partnership with Suntrix, appointing the company as a distribution partner in Pakistan as part of its efforts to strengthen access to advanced solar inverter and energy storage solutions across the country. The partnership was formalized through the signing of a Memoran

EnergyOct 6, 2026

Federal Petroleum Minister Ali Pervez Malik has said the government cannot continue providing unconditional subsidies on expensive petrol, as rising global oil prices are placing a significant burden on the national economy. He said the recent surge in international energy costs has created financia

EnergyOct 4, 2026

The government has announced an increase in petroleum prices, raising the price of petrol by Rs. 2.10 per litre and high-speed diesel (HSD) by Re. 0.30 per litre. The revised rates will remain effective from October 3 to October 5, adding further pressure on consumers already facing elevated transpo

Finance15 hours ago

IMF mission likely to to stay in Islamabad till Wednesday.Top official hopeful for SLA signing during ongoing week.Govt amends SOEs policy in line with IMF conditions.ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary Fund mission and Pakistani...

Finance17 hours ago

Elon Musk has once again crossed the trillion-dollar wealth mark, reclaiming his position as the world’s only trillionaire after a sharp rise in SpaceX shares. SpaceX stock climbed nearly 8% on Monday and closed at $171.09, pushing Musk’s estimated fortune to around $1.046 trillion, according to For

Finance21 hours ago

Treasury warns of action against banks aiding Iran's financial access.Banks could face restrictions on US dollar-linked accounts.US warns of penalties over Iran-related transactions.WASHINGTON: The United...

Politics18 hours ago

The eighth Moscow Format meeting on Afghanistan ended without a joint statement on Monday as Pakistan and Afghanistan failed to reach an agreement over

Politics22 hours ago

Overall approval at 32%, matching Sept's lowest reading of his political career.Independents favoured Democrats 37% to 21% in the Reuters/Ipsos survey.Voters cited living costs as top election issue after fuel-driven...

PoliticsOct 7, 2026

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has said Islamabad should be handed over to the people of Tharparkar if the federal capital has failed to deliver on development. Bilawal made the remarks on Monday, October 5, while speaking at the inauguration of Phase III of the Thar Co

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

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

HealthOct 7, 2026

Concerns over a possible plague infection have emerged in Russia’s Siberian region of Irkutsk after a worker at an anti-plague research institute died following severe pneumonia. The worker, identified in reports as 28-year-old Darya Shipilova, was employed at the Irkutsk Anti-Plague Research Instit

HealthOct 7, 2026

A researcher at an anti-plague laboratory in Siberia has died after the suspected release of a dangerous infection, while nearly 200 people have been

HealthOct 4, 2026

British-Pakistani surgeon Dr Amer Raza has achieved a notable milestone in the United Kingdom by completing more than 400 robotic surgical procedures. Dr Raza works in robotic-assisted surgery, an area of modern medicine that uses advanced robotic systems to support surgeons during complex procedure

GeneralOct 7, 2026

Only three out of 1,024 candidates have passed the written examination held for the recruitment of civil judges in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, leaving most of the 105 advertised positions without qualified candidates. The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Public Service Commission (KPPSC) announced the results on Septembe

GeneralOct 6, 2026

The year 2039 is expected to be unusual for Muslims as the Gregorian calendar could contain two Hajj seasons and three Eid celebrations. This happens because the Islamic calendar follows the lunar cycle and is around 10 to 11 days shorter than the Gregorian year. According to projected Islamic calen

GeneralOct 6, 2026

The long-delayed M6 motorway project is set to move ahead, bringing renewed attention to a major road link that has remained pending for nearly three decades. The 306-kilometre motorway will connect Hyderabad with Sukkur in Sindh and complete an important missing section of the Peshawar-Karachi moto

SportsOct 5, 2026

PTV Secures Pakistan’s Home Cricket Broadcasting Rights for Rs. 350 Million Pakistan’s home cricket broadcasting rights have been awarded to state broadcaster Pakistan Television (PTV) for Rs. 350 million after it emerged as the only bidder in the bidding process. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) ha

SportsOct 5, 2026

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

StartupsOct 4, 2026

Rehan Tariq’s latest podcast, titled “Qabristan Podcast,” is set to be released soon. The podcast was filmed inside a graveyard, giving the upcoming episode an unusual and distinctive setting. The unique location has already created curiosity around the podcast, with viewers waiting to see what Reha

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

EducationOct 4, 2026

A road safety awareness rally for female motorcyclists in Faisalabad ended with some students receiving minor injuries after their scooters collided during the event on October 2, 2026. The rally was organised at the University of Agriculture Faisalabad in collaboration with City Traffic Police. It

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

EconomyOct 6, 2026

More than 66,000 Pakistanis travelled abroad for employment during July and August 2026, reflecting the continued interest of Pakistani workers in overseas job markets and the growing role of international employment in providing income opportunities for families across the country. According to off

EconomyOct 6, 2026

Hyderabad Airport is set for a major revival after remaining inactive for nearly 13 years, with authorities considering plans to upgrade the facility and restore its role in Pakistan’s aviation network. The proposed development is aimed at turning the airport into an alternative landing facility for

EconomyOct 6, 2026

Massage chairs, foot massagers, massage guns and other body massage equipment are likely to become more expensive in Pakistan after the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) increased their customs valuation at the import stage. The revised values will be used when calculating duties and taxes on imported