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

WeatherSep 13, 2026

Lahore has moved to 17th place in IQAir’s live ranking of the world’s major polluted cities, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 89, placing the city in the “moderate” category. The latest reading indicates a temporary improvement in Lahore’s air quality compared with several other major cities. Laho

Finance9 hours ago

The country’s banking industry, jointly with the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and under the aegis of the Pakistan Banks Association (PBA), launched the Pasban Remittance Rewards, a nationwide incentive scheme designed to recognise the invaluable contribution of overseas Pakistanis while encouraging

FinanceSep 29, 2026

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg lost nearly $9 billion from his estimated wealth in a single day as shares of the social media company fell on Friday, September 25. According to Forbes, Zuckerberg’s net worth dropped by about $8.9 billion to $257.5 billion by 2:30 p.m. US Eastern Time. The decline came aft

FinanceSep 29, 2026

Apartments, offering a fully furnished, ready-to-move-in apartment priced at PKR 8,300,000, with an existing rental arrangement providing PKR 60,000 in monthly rental income. The apartment is already rented under a one-year rental contract, allowing investors to acquire a property with an establishe

Health10 hours ago

The Distinguished Gentleman’s Drive, a global awareness and fundraising event for men’s health, took place in Lahore alongside 200+ cities worldwide on September 27th. This motoring event united classic cars 40+ years age and their enthusiastic owners and their families to dress stylish and drive fo

HealthSep 28, 2026

The Punjab Government has approved three major healthcare projects aimed at expanding specialized medical services and improving access to advanced treatment facilities across the province. The approved plans include the establishment of the Maryam Nawaz Medical College and Teaching Hospital in Mian

HealthSep 27, 2026

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz’s healthcare initiative, Clinic on Wheels, has reportedly provided medical services to more than 30 million patients across the province, expanding access to healthcare for communities in different areas. The Punjab government is also working on plans to improve me

Security18 hours ago

Lahore police have arrested a Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supporter for allegedly training people to carry out May 9-like violence during the party’s

Security19 hours ago

Police in Lahore have identified three suspects in the case pertaining to the alleged gang-rape of a 20-year-old Azerbaijani woman in Lahore, asking

Security23 hours ago

Pakistan has expanded the Federal Investigation Agency’s (FIA) overseas immigration network to eight countries as part of efforts to combat human smuggling, trafficking and immigration-related fraud. FIA immigration offices operating through Pakistani missions in Oman, Iran, Greece, the UK, Italy, S

Automotive16 hours ago

Sazgar Engineering Works Limited is preparing for a major expansion of its automotive operations as it waits for greater clarity on Pakistan’s upcoming auto policy. The company has decided to absorb the impact of the current 18% General Sales Tax instead of immediately transferring the additional co

AutomotiveSep 29, 2026

Chinese automaker Geely is preparing to enter Pakistan’s electric vehicle market with two models, the EX2 hatchback and EX5 electric SUV. The company has partnered with Bestway Group, which will serve as Geely’s authorised distributor in Pakistan. The two vehicles are expected to initially arrive as

AutomotiveSep 29, 2026

Toyota is reportedly preparing a major update for the next-generation Corolla, with hybrid, plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and fully electric versions expected to join the lineup. Recent reports say the new Corolla could arrive as early as 2027. Toyota showed a Corolla Concept at the 2025 Japan Mobility Show

Energy17 hours ago

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

Energy19 hours ago

Pakistan’s investment environment needs to see a turnaround before the privatisation of DISCOs becomes yet another topic where regulators, inconsistent policymaking, and frequent changes are routinely singled out as the issues for failed results. This issue also has implications for Pakistan’s broad

EnergySep 28, 2026

Nearly 5.9 million citizens have registered for the Prime Minister’s Fuel Relief Scheme as the government continues efforts to provide financial support to people facing higher fuel costs. According to the latest figures, around 6.19 million relief tokens have been generated under the programme, whi

Economy20 hours ago

CPI ranking can contribute to broader country-risk picture.IMF says corruption, governance weaknesses affect investment.Transparency says scores more meaningful than CPI ranks.ISLAMABAD: Pakistan's score on Transparency...

EconomySep 29, 2026

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has expressed satisfaction with Pakistan’s economic progress as its mission begins the fourth review of the country’s $7 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF) programme. During meetings in Karachi, State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) officials briefed the IMF team on fo

EconomySep 27, 2026

Karachi’s upcoming IT Park is expected to create around 15,000 jobs and generate up to…

International21 hours ago

Israeli media has also reported Netanyahu travelled to Abu Dhabi.Israel, UAE make no immediate comment on reported meeting.Visit comes after reports UAE warned Israel of Hamas attack.Israeli Prime Minister...

InternationalSep 29, 2026

Researchers studying a mysterious boat-shaped formation in eastern Türkiye have renewed interest in the long-standing theory that it could be connected to the biblical story of Prophet Nuh’s (Noah’s) Ark. The Durupınar Formation, located roughly 30 kilometres south of Mount Ararat, has attracted att

InternationalSep 29, 2026

Iran says reopening Hormuz hinges on conditions being met.US envoy to UN says Trump not confident of Iranians' good faith.Iran announced a peace proposal last week at UNGA.Iran insisted on Sunday that only diplomacy can solve its...

PoliticsSep 29, 2026

Thousands of Muslims gathered overnight in Ujjain, India, to protest plans to partially demolish the historic Shahi Mosque and its minaret, as tensions continue to rise over the proposed redevelopment project. The mosque, which is nearly 600 years old, is located along a route being widened by autho

PoliticsSep 29, 2026

ISLAMABAD: Over half a dozen backchannel meetings between the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf and the authorities over the past four to five weeks failed to break the deadlock over the party's proposed march towards Islamabad, although the...

PoliticsSep 28, 2026

Ordinance allows fines up to Rs2 million per camera.Inciting or encouraging damage will also attracts penalties.Unpaid penalties may be recovered as land revenue.President Asif Ali Zardari has approved an ordinance aimed at protecting...

SportsSep 29, 2026

Virat Kohli has reached another major milestone in international cricket, crossing the 15,000-run mark in One Day International (ODI) cricket. The Indian batter has become only the second player in history to achieve the landmark, joining legendary former teammate Sachin Tendulkar in the elite group

SportsSep 29, 2026

Pakistani boxer Usman Wazeer has extended his unbeaten professional record to 19-0 after defeating Indonesia’s Ari Agustian in Thailand. The bout was held at the FFC Arena in Pattaya on September 26, where Wazeer entered the ring with an 18-0 record. Agustian came into the contest with a record of 1

SportsSep 29, 2026

Pakistan Test captain Babar Azam struggled with the bat on his return to domestic first class cricket, scoring 12 runs against Khan Research Laboratories (KRL) in the President’s Trophy Grade I. Playing for Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL), Babar faced 20 balls and hit two boundaries

TechnologySep 29, 2026

Pakistan’s tourism and hospitality sector is entering a transformative era driven by innovation, intelligent technology, and the evolving expectations of global travelers. From the majestic northern peaks to the rich cultural heritage and coastal landscapes of the south, Pakistan offers extraordinar

TechnologySep 29, 2026

OpenAI has disclosed that some of its AI agents transferred images uploaded by ChatGPT users to external image-hosting websites without authorization. The company identified 53 cases as part of a wider review into how its AI systems behave when operating with access to online tools. According to Ope

TechnologySep 28, 2026

US-based AI company Anthropic has reported that its Claude AI model independently identified a previously uncharacterised enzyme system associated with DNA repeats resembling CRISPR, highlighting a potential new application of artificial intelligence in biological research. According to Anthropic, t

EducationSep 29, 2026

Punjab has taken another step toward bringing artificial intelligence into the education system by launching a province-wide training programme for teachers. The initiative is designed to help educators develop the skills required to introduce AI concepts in classrooms and support students as techno

EducationSep 27, 2026

Punjab is moving toward legislation aimed at eliminating corporal punishment in schools as part of a broader package of education reforms. The proposal was discussed during a special meeting on education reforms chaired by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz. The planned reforms also include mental health t

EducationSep 27, 2026

Books based on a new curriculum for Montessori to Grade 5 will be available from the new academic session starting in April 2027, a Punjab government

StartupsSep 25, 2026

Innovative Pvt Ltd (IPL), Pakistan’s No.1 Self-Service Banking and Currency Technology provider, has won the P@SHA ICT Award 2026 in the Business Services – ICT Services Solutions category for Innomate, Pakistan’s first and only ATM monitoring and management solution. Innomate allows banks to monito

StartupsSep 25, 2026

Unikrew Solutions (Private) Limited has once again been recognized among Pakistan’s leading technology innovators, with Cascade – End-to-End Digital Financing Platform winning the P@SHA ICT Awards 2026 under Business Services – Finance & Accounting Solutions (Fintech). The recognition marks the seco

StartupsSep 24, 2026

Explore small business ideas in Pakistan under Rs 100,000, including home-based, online and local businesses with practical startup costs and profit potential.

GeneralSep 25, 2026

Pakistan has announced the closure of several major motorway routes and interchanges from tomorrow evening, with restrictions expected to affect key travel links around Islamabad and nearby areas. The M-1 motorway will be closed in both directions between Islamabad Toll Plaza and Chachh Interchange.

GeneralSep 25, 2026

The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) has imposed a combined fine of Rs. 1.62 million on eight domestic and international airlines over poor passenger services and delays in baggage delivery. According to authorities, the action was taken after 19 cases of delayed baggage were reported between July

GeneralSep 24, 2026

Hania Aamir new drama 2026 Fanaa features Nameer Khan. Get the latest cast, story details, director, writer, channel and release update.