Security9 hours ago

The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has introduced new rules requiring immigration officers to document decisions when stopping passengers from travelling abroad. The move aims to make the process more transparent and prevent decisions based only on verbal instructions. According to reports, FIA

Security15 hours ago

A Pakistani student died after a driver hit her while she prayed in the middle of a road in Adelaide, Australia.

Security16 hours ago

Journalist and Awaam Raaj Tehreek founder Iqrar ul Hassan has been taken from his home in Lahore by unidentified men around 3 am on Monday, his wife Farah

Automotive7 hours ago

For many Pakistani families, the best part of owning an SUV is not the spec sheet; it is the journey. The long drive up north, a weekend escape to Murree, or a memorable the family road trip. Omoda & Jaecoo Pakistan is now inviting its J5 and J7 owners to share those moments with the […]

AutomotiveOct 12, 2026

The 2026 iCAUR International User Summit is set for October 19–23 in Wuhu, China. Global users, media representatives and partners will get together to explore what iCAUR vehicles can become as they become part of different lifestyles. For iCAUR, personalization is more than an idea for this summit.

AutomotiveOct 12, 2026

PIA signs lease agreement with Norwegian airline.Agreement helps Norse Atlantic retain key ACMI.PIA says deal to offer passengers more travel options.The Pakistan International Airlines has signed a lease agreement with Norway's Norse...

Finance11 hours ago

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) came under heavy selling pressure on Monday as the benchmark KSE-100 Index fell by 1,445.12 points during intraday trading. At around 2:10 pm, the index was trading at 165,644.15 points, down 0.86% from its previous level. The decline came amid growing political unc

Finance19 hours ago

Bank AL Habib has launched AL Habib Digital, a new banking App built around a simple idea: everyday banking should adapt to the customer, not the other way around. Leading this transformation is Syed Zafar Ali Zaidi, Chief Digital & Marketing Officer of Bank AL Habib Limited, whose leadership reflec

Finance21 hours ago

Pakistan's economy expected to grow by over 4% in FY27: FinMin.Privatisation of entities could raise more than $1bn: Aurangzeb.Talks ongoing with US on proposed $10bn support facility: FinMin.Pakistan's economy is expected to grow by...

Politics17 hours ago

Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar has said that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister (CM) Sohail Afridi has not been arrested and is in

Politics22 hours ago

Six metro stations closed in central Delhi.Police impose traffic restrictions, diversions.CJP to seek permission for new protest.Authorities closed six metro stations and warned of traffic disruptions in Delhi on Monday, as opposition parties...

PoliticsOct 13, 2026

The federal government has issued a notification to deploy Pakistan Army troops in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) to help maintain law and order and protect public property. The decision was announced on October 11, 2026, following the imposition of emergency rule in the province. According to the Ministry

TechnologyOct 12, 2026

Pakistan | 10 October 2026 – Marking its landmark 10th edition, Women Tech Quest (WTQ) 2026, 10Pearls’ flagship initiative for women in technology, brought together 1,000 women across Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi for one of Pakistan’s largest women-focused technology competitions. With more than 5

TechnologyOct 12, 2026

The United States suspended the participation of eight major technology companies in a government verification process linked to employment-based permanent residency on October 8. The companies include Indian firms Tata Consultancy Services, Infosys, Wipro and HCL, along with US-based Microsoft, Ado

TechnologyOct 10, 2026

Boltlike Solutions, a Brillanz Group company and Official Audience Intelligence Partner of MADsemble 2026, today formally launched its next-generation audience measurement and intelligence ecosystem at The Nishat Hotel, Lahore, spanning television, digital and connected TV. The launch coincided with

GeneralOct 13, 2026

Intercity bus services from Lahore were suspended on Sunday, October 11, 2026, after authorities reportedly sealed general bus terminals across the city. The disruption left passengers stranded and affected travel to several parts of Pakistan, including Islamabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sindh, and sout

GeneralOct 13, 2026

Islamabad is moving towards a cleaner and more sustainable future, with plans to make the federal capital Pakistan’s first plastic-free city. The proposed initiative focuses on reducing plastic pollution and encouraging people to adopt environmentally friendly habits. The plan aims to limit the use

GeneralOct 12, 2026

An American man has travelled more than 23 million miles on commercial flights after purchasing a lifetime airline pass in 1990. Tom Stuker, a car dealership consultant from New Jersey, bought the special pass from United Airlines for $290,000, allowing him to fly without paying for individual ticke

EducationOct 12, 2026

Around 15 universities in the United Kingdom have reportedly stopped recruiting students from Pakistan in 2026 as stricter student visa rules create difficulties for international applicants. The development comes as universities face greater pressure to keep visa rejection rates within the limits s

EducationOct 12, 2026

A 20-year-old university student named Laiba Ijaz allegedly commited suicide after a travel agent defrauded her of Rs5 million for a planned move to the

EducationOct 11, 2026

As the need for more resilient and sustainable food systems grows, Nestlé Pakistan is strengthening its collaboration with the University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF), bringing together industry and academia to advance regenerative agriculture, research and knowledge sharing. The two organization

EnergyOct 12, 2026

Lahore and surrounding districts have been experiencing prolonged power outages, with electricity cuts lasting six to eight hours in urban areas and eight

EnergyOct 12, 2026

More than 10 million people in Pakistan have benefited from the government’s fuel subsidy programme, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced, highlighting the initiative’s reach among citizens facing fuel expenses. According to the prime minister, more than 10.8 million people have registered fo

EnergyOct 11, 2026

Petrol prices in Pakistan could rise above Rs1,000 per litre if international crude oil prices reach $200 per barrel and the government ends fuel subsidies, according to an energy market estimate reported on October 9, 2026. However, this remains a possible scenario rather than an announced price in

EconomyOct 13, 2026

Gold prices in Pakistan increased for the third day in a row on October 10, 2026. According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association, the price of 24-karat gold reached Rs. 442,036 per tola. Meanwhile, 10 grams of gold cost Rs. 378,974. On Friday, October 9, gold prices increased by

EconomyOct 12, 2026

Pakistan generated $107.09 million in revenue by exporting 85,247 tonnes of fresh mangoes to 49 countries, reflecting the international demand for the country’s seasonal fruit. The United Kingdom emerged as the largest market in terms of export value, importing Pakistani mangoes worth $29.92 million

EconomyOct 11, 2026

Three of Pakistan’s leading listed textile companies reported a strong increase in profits during fiscal year 2025-26, supported by higher exports and lower borrowing costs. According to an AKD Research report published on October 9, Interloop, Nishat Mills and Nishat Chunian earned a combined net p

HealthOct 12, 2026

Foreign and local veterinarians are conducting a joint medical assessment of Madhubala, an ailing African elephant at Karachi’s Safari Park, after the

HealthOct 9, 2026

The Punjab government has issued a health alert to hospitals across the province over COVID-19 and seasonal flu, warning that patient numbers could increase in outpatient departments (OPDs) and other hospital wards. The alert was issued on Wednesday, October 7, to chief executive officers and medica

HealthOct 9, 2026

A medical board examining Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan at Adiala Jail on August 10 recorded his anxiety level at three-plus and

InternationalOct 13, 2026

Austria is providing skilled foreign professionals with a pathway to live and work in the European country through its Red-White-Red Card programme. Pakistani applicants who meet the relevant requirements can explore this option to build their careers and gain legal employment in Austria. The scheme

InternationalOct 12, 2026

Sheikh Dr. Abdul Rahman Al-Sudais, Imam of the Grand Mosque in Makkah, has emphasised that the sanctity of Islam’s Two Holy Mosques must never be violated, describing their protection as a matter of utmost importance. Delivering the Friday sermon at Masjid al-Haram, Al-Sudais condemned attacks attri

InternationalOct 12, 2026

India’s ambition to host the 2036 Olympic Games has sparked debate over whether greater attention should first be given to the challenges faced by its citizens. According to the UNDP’s 2025 Human Development Report, India ranks 130th out of 193 countries. Concerns also remain over air pollution, hun

SportsOct 12, 2026

Babar Azam is on the verge of setting a new record in Pakistan’s One Day International (ODI) cricket. The right-handed batter has scored 20 ODI centuries, equalling former Pakistan opener Saeed Anwar’s record for the most hundreds by a Pakistani player in the format. Babar reached the milestone on N

SportsOct 10, 2026

Pakistan T20I captain Sahibzada Farhan has indicated that the door remains open for Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan to return to Pakistan’s T20I setup in the future. Farhan praised the experienced batters, describing them as among the world’s best players and suggesting that their return could happen

SportsOct 10, 2026

Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq has been left out of the squad for the national team’s upcoming home white-ball assignments, prompting criticism on social

StartupsOct 10, 2026

KissanPay, a Shariah-compliant agri-fintech platform by Kissan Gudam and aik by BankIslami, was inaugurated at the Pakistan Agriculture Connections Expo 2026. The event was organised by Kissan Gudam and was attended by Saleem Ullah, Deputy Governor, State Bank of Pakistan, and Ahmed Umair, Coordinat

StartupsOct 10, 2026

It’s only been two weeks since Highfy launched its app, and 22k people have already downloaded it, while more than half have even placed their first order. “For five years, our customers have been telling us how they shop,” said Hanzala Raja, founder of Highfy.” We’d read the same messages over and

StartupsOct 9, 2026

Marking a major milestone for sustainable tourism in Pakistan, Above Zero (Private) Limited announced today that it has signed an Expression of Interest (EOI) with UAE-headquartered real estate giant Fatima International Group. The strategic partnership aims to explore high-impact investment opportu

WeatherOct 7, 2026

Several parts of Pakistan are expected to receive rain and thunderstorms over the next two days as a westerly weather system affects the northern areas, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD). The latest forecast issued on October 5 said scattered rain, wind and thunderstorms are

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