64 m. ago Asian volleyball nations cup: Pakistan fights back to beat Chinese Taipei 3

MANILA — In a thrilling showdown at the Asian Volleyball Nations Cup, Pakistan edged past Chinese Taipei 3-2 after a fierce five-set battle. Pakistan started confidently, taking the first two sets 25-20 and 25-22 with solid attacks and smart plays. It looked like a straight-set victory, but Chinese Taipei turned the tables. They fought back […]

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74 m. ago PSX falls again as regional tensions and fed outlook shake investor confidence

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) ended Thursday in the red for a third day in a row. The benchmark KSE-100 Index dropped 463 points, closing at 120,002.59. The index had started strong, reaching over 121,700 points, but later reversed gains due to regional and global worries. Geopolitical tensions played a major role in the decline. […]

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2 h. ago Mass displacement of Palestinians in Gaza reaches over 680,000 as Israeli genocide intensifies

GENEVA/GAZA: The United Nations reported on Wednesday that more than 680,000 Palestinians have been forcibly displaced across Gaza in the last three months, as Israel’s military operations continue to escalate. UN spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric, citing the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), highlighted that Israeli authorities issued a new displacement order on Tuesday, […]

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5 h. ago Over 5,000 Israelis flee homes amid fears of Iranian strikes

TEL AVIV – As tensions between Iran and Israel continue to rise, fear has gripped thousands of Israeli citizens, prompting more than 5,000 people to flee their homes in search of safety. The mass departure, confirmed by Israel’s Interior Ministry, reflects growing anxiety over the possibility of direct Iranian missile or drone strikes targeting civilian […]

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7 h. ago Congo virus claims 3 more lives in Karachi and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Pakistan is witnessing a worrying rise in Congo virus cases, with three more deaths reported in the last three days. Two patients passed away in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, while one more case was confirmed in Karachi, bringing the total death toll to five in recent days. Two infected individuals died while receiving treatment at Hayatabad Medical […]

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11 h. ago Iran fires missiles at Israeli military targets; 47 injured as tensions rise

Iran launched fresh missile attacks targeting Israel’s military command and intelligence headquarters, along with other strategic sites. Israeli officials confirmed at least 47 people were injured in the strikes, while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused Iran of targeting the Soroka Hospital. According to Iranian news agency Arna, the morning missile strikes focused on the Israeli […]

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27 h. ago New Train Ticket Prices from Lahore to Karachi After 3% Fare Hike; full details here

LAHORE – Pakistan Railways officially announced surge in fares for both passenger and freight train services. According to a spokesperson

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29 h. ago Heat and power outages worsen health crisis for chronic patients in Karachi

KARACHI: The ongoing hot and humid weather, combined with prolonged power outages, is significantly affecting patients with chronic illnesses in Karachi. Doctors at Civil Hospital report a surge in emergency admissions, particularly among heart patients, diabetics, individuals with high blood pressure, and epilepsy sufferers. Dr. Imran Sarwar, Emergency In-charge at the Civil Hospital, shared that […]

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29 h. ago Good News for Alto Buyers as Govt drops Sales Tax surge on Small Cars

ISLAMABAD – Some relief for small car owners as the government plans no tax hike on Alto and other 850cc

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30 h. ago Cash in hand surges: Pakistan’s broad money supply hits Rs38.09 trillion

  KARACHI – Pakistan’s broad money supply, known as M2, rose to Rs38.09 trillion by June 6, 2025, showing a weekly increase of Rs4.32 billion, according to the State Bank of Pakistan. This marks a significant rise from Rs35.88 trillion recorded at the end of the last fiscal year, meaning the total increase since then […]

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30 h. ago Pakistan railways increases passenger and freight fares after fuel price hike

ISLAMABAD – Following the recent surge in petroleum product prices, Pakistan Railways has officially increased fares for both passenger and freight trains across the country. According to a notification issued by the department, passenger train fares will see a 3% hike, while freight train charges will go up by 4%. The new rates come into […]

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30 h. ago Over 140,000 homes near completion under ‘apni chhat apna ghar’ scheme, say Punjab Ministers

LAHORE – Punjab’s flagship housing initiative, Apni Chhat Apna Ghar, is making swift progress as over 140,000 homes are nearing completion, according to provincial ministers. The announcement came during a joint press conference by Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari and Housing Minister Bilal Yasin. Azma Bokhari praised the program’s rapid advancement, noting that 40,000 houses […]

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35 h. ago Major relief expected for Pakistanis earning up to Rs100,000 per month

ISLAMABAD – The Senate Standing Committee on Finance has proposed increasing the minimum taxable income to Rs1.2 million in order

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35 h. ago Pakistan slams Gaza crisis as ‘collapse of humanity’ at UN session

At the United Nations General Assembly, Pakistan strongly condemned the ongoing crisis in Gaza, calling it a “stain on the conscience of humanity.” Pakistan’s UN Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad highlighted the shocking death toll of over 55,000 people — including 18,000 children and 28,000 women — and described the destruction of homes, hospitals, and schools […]

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47 h. ago Pakistani martial artist Irfan breaks Norway’s Guinness World Record

Pakistani martial artist Irfan Mehsood has broken Norway’s Sever Dyson’s Guinness World Record of 27 push-ups in one minute by doing 39 push-ups with his fingers while holding a weight of 100 pounds. Irfan is the first Pakistani to set 156 Guinness World Records and has set the most world records in the push-ups category, […]

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51 h. ago Punjab budget reveals major increases for CM office, governor house, and ministers’ offices

Punjab’s new budget shows significant increases in spending for top government offices. Documents reveal a major rise in funds for the Chief Minister’s Office, Governor House, and provincial ministers. The budget was presented in the Punjab Assembly just a day ago. According to official records, the Chief Minister’s Office budget has increased by Rs. 230 […]

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54 h. ago Rs 1,028 billion budget: Balochistan aims for growth with surplus focus

The Balochistan government has announced a record-breaking Rs 1,028 billion budget, the largest in its history. Finance Minister Mir Shuaib Noshirovani presented the budget during a session chaired by Speaker Abdul Khaliq Achakzai. For the first time, the province has introduced a budget that crosses the trillion-rupee mark. Notably, the budget also includes a surplus […]

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54 h. ago Per tola Gold Price in Pakistan dips to Rs361,300 after record surge

ISLAMABAD – Gold rates continue to fluctuate in Pakistan and prices of yellow metal moved down by Rs1000 to Rs361,300

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54 h. ago Kate Middleton Embraces New Royal Journey Following Grueling Battle With Cancer

Kate Middleton’s strength shone at Trooping the Colour on June 14, where she appeared composed and confident, a stark contrast to last year’s ceremony when she was undergoing chemotherapy. This time, she fully engaged in her duties, including her role as honorary Colonel of the Irish Guards alongside King Charles and Queen Camilla. After a […]

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55 h. ago Cement Prices to rise after 6% Royalty ruling by Lahore High Court; Check New Rates

LAHORE – The cost of construction in Punjab is expected to climb after a key court ruling that imposed 6percenty

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