77 m. ago PMD issues high alert as heavy monsoon rains set to lash Pakistan

ISLAMABAD – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted intense monsoon rains across various parts of the country, beginning tonight and continuing through July 10, prompting high-alert warnings for floods and landslides. The PMD forecasts heavy to very heavy rainfall in Islamabad, Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, northeast Balochistan, Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan. Authorities are warning of flash […]

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95 m. ago Carpet exporters hit by high taxes on inputs, demand urgent support

ISLAMABAD – July 10, 2025: Pakistan’s leading textile and carpet exporters have sounded the alarm over skyrocketing energy costs and the possible imposition of new US tariffs, saying these challenges are pushing their industries toward a crisis. In a meeting held at the Ministry of Commerce, officials from the All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA) […]

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2 h. ago Eyes on gold: Arshad skips swiss meet to train for world championship

LAHORE – July 10, 2025: Pakistan’s Olympic gold medalist Arshad Nadeem has officially withdrawn from the upcoming athletics competition in Switzerland, originally set for July 15. The javelin thrower cited a minor muscle strain in his right shin and unfavorable training conditions in Pakistan as key reasons behind the decision. Arshad told media that he […]

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2 h. ago Russia calls Pakistan a ‘natural ally’, reaffirms deepening ties

MOSCOW – July 10, 2025: Russia’s Deputy Prime Minister Alexei Overchuk has called Pakistan and Russia “natural allies” and confirmed that President Vladimir Putin sees Pakistan as a key partner in energy and economic growth. He made these remarks during a meeting with Syed Tariq Fatemi, Special Assistant to Pakistan’s Prime Minister on Foreign Affairs, […]

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2 h. ago Shehbaz Sharif calls for reform and review of tariff commission

ISLAMABAD – July 10, 2025: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has ordered an urgent reorganization of the National Tariff Commission (NTC) to improve its legal, administrative, and institutional performance. He issued these directions while chairing a high-level meeting on the NTC’s overall operations and recent developments. The Prime Minister stressed the need for a third-party review […]

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2 h. ago Pakistan, China to strengthen media ties against misinformation spread

BEIJING – July 10, 2025: Pakistan and China have agreed to boost their cooperation in tackling the spread of fake news and misinformation through joint media initiatives. The agreement was reached during a high-level meeting in Beijing between Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar and Cao Shumin, Vice Minister of the Publicity […]

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3 h. ago Not happening: Naqvi crushes talk of Zardari exit and Army Chief rise

ISLAMABAD – July 10, 2025: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has firmly rejected widespread speculation about President Asif Ali Zardari stepping down or Army Chief General Asim Munir aiming to become the next President of Pakistan. In an official post on X (formerly Twitter), Naqvi criticized the rumor campaign targeting the country’s top leadership. He […]

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5 h. ago Hajj 2026: registration extended as 313,000 pilgrims sign up

Good news for those planning to perform Hajj in 2026 — the Ministry of Religious Affairs has extended the registration deadline by two more days. Applicants can now submit their forms until July 11, either through designated banks or the official online portal. This decision came after several aspiring pilgrims requested additional time to complete […]

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5 h. ago Heavy rains paralyze Punjab: five dead, several injured in 24 hours

Heavy monsoon rains combined with strong winds have wreaked havoc across Punjab, leaving five people dead and more than 22 injured in the last 24 hours. The rain disrupted daily life, damaged property, and exposed major flaws in drainage systems across several cities, especially Lahore. In Sheikhupura, the collapse of a roof in Mirza Virkan […]

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7 h. ago CDA all set for auction of major commercial plots on July 15

The Capital Development Authority (CDA) is all set to hold a major open auction of commercial plots from July 15

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8 h. ago Punjab excise transfer fees for 650cc to 1800cc cars increased – July 2025

LAHORE – The Punjab Excise and Taxation Department has increase the transfer fee for vehicles by 10 percent with effect

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8 h. ago Canadian dollar inches up against Pak rupee today – 10 July 2025

LAHORE – The buying rate of Canadian strengthened against Pakistani rupee in open market where it stood at Rs209 on

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9 h. ago SAR to PKR: Saudi Riyal surges against Pak rupee on 10 July 2025

KARACHI – Saudi Riyal (SAR) has recorded further gains against Pakistan rupee in open market on Thursday as 1 SAR

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17 h. ago ‘Eighteen Welcomes You’ Campaign: A milestone in modern living

Eighteen, Pakistan’s premier luxury real estate development, proudly announces the launch of its latest campaign, “Eighteen Welcomes You.” A heartfelt celebration of its evolution from architectural blueprints to a thriving community and visionary lifestyle destination. The campaign is anchored by a compelling new TV commercial, featuring Eighteen’s CEO, who takes viewers on a personal and […]

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19 h. ago Kate Middleton And Prince William Suffer Major Blow As Longtime Associate Abruptly Ends Tenure

Kate Middleton and Prince William are saying goodbye to one of their most trusted staff members, Natasha Archer, who has decided to leave after more than 15 years of working with the royal couple. Archer, who has played a key role in the couple’s public life, will be leaving Kensington Palace to establish her own […]

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19 h. ago Babar, Rizwan, Shaheen to join Pakistan’s training camp for Bangladesh T20I series

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced that senior players Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shaheen Shah Afridi will join the national white-ball training camp ahead of the T20I series against Bangladesh. The camp, which will run from July 9 to 15, will take place at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi. Along with the […]

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20 h. ago Saudi Arabia to allow property ownership for foreigners in 2026

In a historic move, Saudi Arabia has announced that foreigners will be allowed to purchase real estate in specific areas of the country for the first time. This new policy, set to come into effect in January 2026, marks a significant shift in the Kingdom’s long-standing restrictions on foreign ownership. Previously, non-Saudi individuals were not […]

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20 h. ago Senators express concern over NHA’s handling of Indus Highway project

ISLAMABAD: A parliamentary body on Tuesday raised serious concerns about the awarding of a major highway construction contract to a blacklisted firm, questioning the transparency, procedural lapses, and funding delays surrounding the Rajanpur-Dera Ismail Khan section of the Indus Highway project. The Senate Standing Committee on Communications, chaired by Senator Pervaiz Rasheed, grilled officials from […]

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20 h. ago Relief for millions: Electricity prices slashed across Pakistan

In a welcome development for power consumers, electricity prices have been reduced across the country under NEPRA’s monthly fuel cost adjustment mechanism. The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) officially notified the price cuts, which will be reflected in July 2025 electricity bills. This decision is expected to provide some short-term relief to households and […]

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24 h. ago Armenia and Azerbaijan set to hold peace talks in UAE amid hopes for swift deal

The leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan are scheduled to meet on Thursday in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, to advance peace talks between the two countries. This meeting follows recent optimism from the United States about reaching a quick agreement. Baku and Yerevan have a long history of conflict over the Karabakh region. In 2023, […]

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