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Politics
Pakistan has taken stronger legal steps to prevent child marriage. In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the existing law sets the minimum marriage age for girls at 16, making marriage and rukhsati below this age illegal. A proposal to raise the minimum age to 18 was recently presented in the provincial assembly,
Technology
Sony announced in July 2026 that it will stop making physical discs for all new PlayStation games starting January 2028. After that date, new titles will only come in digital form through the PlayStation Store or retail download codes. Existing games released before 2028 can still get disc reprints.
Politics
Investigation's impartiality to be assessed.Commission to have civil court powers.Report due within 30 days of formation.The Sindh cabinet has decided to form a judicial commission to investigate the death of young businessman Mir Raza...
Finance
The federal government’s fuel spending for official vehicles rose sharply to Rs21.8 billion in FY2024-25, according to figures presented in the National Assembly by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb. The amount was 39% higher than the previous year, showing a rise of Rs6.1 billion in annual fuel c
Economy
The Pakistani government plans to collect Rs1.676 trillion through the petroleum levy during the 2026-27 fiscal year. The target is based on an average levy of Rs80 per litre on both petrol and high-speed diesel. Energy Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik shared the details in a written reply to the National
International
DPM Dar to hold meeting with UK foreign secretary: FO.Meetings with senior UK govt members also planned: FODPM Dar to engage with British-Pakistani community: FO.Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar is scheduled to...
Technology
For nearly two decades, Coke Studio has brought together voices, sounds, languages and creative traditions from across the country, helping Pakistani music travel far beyond its borders and establishing one of Pakistan’s most recognized cultural exports. Coke Studio announces Coke Studio Nu.WAV, a n
Technology
Pakistan’s 5G rollout has attracted around $178.6 million in investment from major telecom operators, marking…
Weather
Heavy rainfall caused waterlogging across parts of Islamabad and Rawalpindi, disrupting traffic and making travel difficult for residents in several areas. Intense showers resulted in significant water accumulation on major roads, streets and underpasses. Some low-lying areas were also affected as d
International
China rejects US sanctions on Iran, says pressure won't resolve crisis.Beijing buys more than 80% of Iran's shipped oil, Kpler data shows.Trump warned of economic consequences for Iran supporters.US Treasury chief Scott Bessent said the United...
Automotive
Atlas Honda has launched an exchange programme for existing Honda CD70 owners, giving riders a simpler way to upgrade to a new motorcycle. Under the initiative, eligible customers can bring their old Honda motorcycle to participating dealerships for an assessment. The value determined for the used b
International
Bangladesh has signalled a positive and potentially open stance toward joining a proposed economic or defence framework involving Pakistan, Türkiye and Saudi Arabia, indicating growing interest in strengthening cooperation with regional partners. Bangladesh’s Adviser on Foreign Affairs Humayun Kabir