International16 hours ago

The United States has released a new $1 coin featuring President Donald Trump as part of the country’s 250th anniversary celebrations. The U.S. Mint began selling the coin on September 2, 2026. It was issued to mark 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. The coin has

InternationalSep 5, 2026

Xi's trip is first to Middle East in four years.China seeks wider diplomatic and economic role in ME.Two sides to expand cooperation in data centres.CAIRO/BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping called on Middle Eastern nations to oppose...

InternationalSep 5, 2026

FO says Islamabad MoU offers framework for US-Iran talks.CDF Asim Munir's Tehran visit supports diplomacy: Andrabi.Adds Makkah pact members strengthen defence cooperation.Pakistan has vowed to continue its efforts to promote peace...

Security23 hours ago

Balochistan’s Dera Bugti is mourning the reported death of folk singer Mai Sobhayi, who was allegedly shot dead by unidentified armed attackers. Police have stated that the motive behind the incident remains unknown, with an investigation underway to establish what happened and identify those respon

SecuritySep 5, 2026

Tanker was one of two hit off Oman late on Monday.Bahri vessels have previously been hit off Oman and in Red Sea.Releads with Saudi Arabia saying Iran attacked the vessel.Saudi Arabia, the world's biggest crude exporter, said on...

SecuritySep 4, 2026

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

Finance4 hours ago

Pakistan has secured another $3 billion from international investors through a Eurobond issuance, marking a significant return to global capital markets and providing the government with additional funds to manage its existing debt obligations. According to the Finance Ministry, the issuance attract

Finance11 hours ago

Karachi, September 3, 2026: BankIslami, one of Pakistan’s fastest-growing Islamic banks, has launched the country’s first Islamic Gold-Based Financing facility, enabling customers to access Shariah-compliant financing against their gold assets. The offering is in line with BankIslami’s commitment to

FinanceSep 4, 2026

Standard Chartered Bank Pakistan and Dolmen Group have partnered to enhance access to premium home ownership through exclusive financing for clients interested in Grove Residency, Dolmen Group’s latest residential development in Karachi. As part of the collaboration, eligible clients can benefit fro

Technology6 hours ago

Major AI platforms including ChatGPT, Grok, and Claude experienced widespread disruptions, leaving thousands of users struggling to access services, generate responses, and complete routine tasks. The outages affected users across different regions and quickly became a major topic of discussion onli

Technology8 hours ago

There’s a reason Lahore’s gaming community has been buzzing lately, and it has everything to do with what’s brewing at Packages Mall. Word is, Pakistan is about to host something big, and Baaz is right at the center of it. We’re not spilling everything just yet, but let’s just say the names being th

Technology17 hours ago

LAHORE, Thursday, 3 September 2026: TECNO today confirmed that the SPARK 50 Pro will launch in Pakistan on Thursday 10 September 2026, built around a simple promise that speaks directly to how Pakistanis actually use their phones: Never Miss Out. The introduction of SPARK 50 Pro takes aim at a famil

HealthSep 4, 2026

A fire broke out in the gynecology ward of Lahore General Hospital on Tuesday, creating a tense situation as smoke quickly spread through the hospital area. The incident prompted the immediate evacuation of around 70 people, including pregnant women, patients, attendants, and hospital staff. Rescue

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

EconomySep 5, 2026

Travellers between Pakistan and the United Kingdom will have more direct flight options from October 27, as Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) plans to increase its London service to seven flights a week. The airline currently operates four weekly flights to London. Under the new schedule, PIA wi

EconomySep 5, 2026

Gold prices in Pakistan dropped sharply on Wednesday, September 2, with the price of 24 karat gold falling by Rs. 11,300 per tola. According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), gold reached Rs. 454,036 per tola. The price of 10 grams of gold also declined by Rs. 9,688

EconomySep 4, 2026

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

Energy14 hours ago

The federal government and Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) have agreed to form committees to review the petroleum levy and explore ways to provide relief to the public. The development came as JI continued its nationwide protest against high fuel prices, the petroleum levy, inflation, and expensive electricity

EnergySep 5, 2026

Fuel prices have increased in Pakistan, with petrol becoming Rs. 2.29 more expensive per litre and diesel rising by Rs. 1.11 per litre. The latest adjustment is expected to add further pressure to transportation and commuting costs, particularly for people who rely on private vehicles and public tra

EnergySep 4, 2026

Solis has been recognized as a Tier 1 global solar inverter manufacturer by both S&P Global Energy and BloombergNEF (BNEF) in their latest Tier 1 rankings, marking another milestone in the company’s continued growth across the global solar and energy storage market. The recognition builds on Solis’

GeneralSep 5, 2026

The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has issued a notice to Islamabad Marriott Hotel over problems found in its fire and life safety arrangements. The notice was issued on September 1 after an inspection of the hotel. According to the authorities, the inspection found shortcomings in the hotel’s

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

AutomotiveSep 4, 2026

Atlas Honda has rolled out the 2027 Honda CG125 lineup in Pakistan, bringing a new silver color and updated graphics to its popular motorcycle range. The standard CG125 is now offered in three colors, including red, black and the newly introduced silver shade. The new option replaces the blue color

AutomotiveSep 4, 2026

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

Politics18 hours ago

The Lahore High Court has upheld the federal government’s ban on advertisements and promotion of tobacco, cigarettes, and paan products in Pakistan. Justice Raheel Kamran Sheikh dismissed a petition challenging the government’s notification and ruled that promoting these products is not a permanent

PoliticsSep 4, 2026

Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal has proposed dividing Pakistan into 15 provinces, saying smaller administrative units could help the government respond more effectively to people’s needs. The proposal focuses on improving governance by bringing public services and decision-making closer to citizens. Iq

PoliticsSep 4, 2026

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

EducationSep 5, 2026

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced a five-year Golden Residency option for outstanding school students who meet specific academic requirements. The programme aims to support talented students and encourage them to continue their education and future careers in the country. Who Can Apply?

EducationSep 4, 2026

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.

EducationSep 4, 2026

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

StartupsSep 3, 2026

A German startup has developed a backpack concept that can unfold into a portable sleeping shelter for people experiencing homelessness. The design combines a backpack, insulated sleeping space and small solar power system in one product. It is intended to provide basic protection for people who hav

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

SportsSep 4, 2026

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) director of high performance Aaqib Javed has called for an inquiry into opener Imam-ul-Haq after he failed to bat in either innings of the second Test against England at Lord's.

SportsSep 4, 2026

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

SportsSep 4, 2026

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

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