10 h. ago Pakistani FM Ishaq Dar to visit Bangladesh as relations improve

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar will visit Dhaka on August 23. This visit comes as Pakistan and Bangladesh are strengthening their ties. The two nations were once one country but split after a violent civil war. Bangladesh, formerly East Pakistan, became independent after seceding from Pakistan. Since then, Dhaka’s leaders, especially Sheikh […]

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11 h. ago Ishaq Dar meets U.S. counterterrorism official to strengthen ties

Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, met with the U.S. Acting Coordinator for Counterterrorism. The meeting took place recently at the Foreign Office. Gregory D. Loeffler, the U.S. official, briefed Dar on the ongoing Pakistan-U.S. Counterterrorism Dialogue. This dialogue aims to boost cooperation and improve security between the two countries. Both leaders […]

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43 h. ago Over 1,100 explosive devices cleared from Yemen war zones this month

Saudi Arabia’s landmine clearance project, Masam, has successfully cleared 1,140 explosive devices from Yemen’s war-torn areas this month. The initiative is led by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSRelief). According to reports, the cleared devices include 1,090 landmines, 49 anti-tank mines, and one anti-personnel mine. These explosives were scattered randomly, posing a […]

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54 h. ago Tarar blasts opposition over ‘misleading’ remarks about economy

Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar on Sunday said the opposition is perturbed by the economic progress achieved by the country under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The minister, in a news statement, rejected the press conference held by opposition leader Asad Qaiser as misleading and contrary to the facts. […]

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55 h. ago Dar, Turkish counterpart discuss regional, int’l developments in phone call

Both leaders express grave concerns over dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar on Sunday spoke with Foreign Minister of Türkiye Hakan Fidan, and both leaders reviewed Pak-Türkiye bilateral cooperation and exchanged views on current regional and international developments, according to state media. “They also expressed grave concerns at the dire […]

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56 h. ago Unlocking $25bn crypto dream requires smart regulation: experts

Pakistan is positioning itself to tap into a projected $2.5 billion market by 2025 end and 29 million users by 2026, signaling a potential fintech leap for the country. However, this promise is conditional on enacting smart regulations, raising public awareness, and building trust in digital finance. Without a clear legal framework and national strategy, […]

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59 h. ago Tarar slams opposition for misleading claims on national economy

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar on Sunday criticised the opposition, claiming that they are unsettled by the economic progress made under Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s leadership. In a statement issued on Sunday, Tarar rejected the opposition leader Asad Qaiser’s press conference as misleading and out of touch with the reality of […]

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61 h. ago Lahore’s Wahga heritage corridor nears completion, boosting tourism

Lahore’s first dedicated tourism highway, the Wahga Heritage Corridor, is almost ready to open, promising better travel facilities for thousands of commuters and tourists visiting the Wagah Border. The project was reported by 24NewsHD TV on Sunday. Stretching 13 kilometers from Quaid-e-Azam Interchange to the Zero Line at Wagah Border, the corridor has cost around […]

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63 h. ago Blast on Mastung railway track disrupts Balochistan train services

A powerful blast occurred on the railway track in Mastung, Balochistan, on Saturday, causing six carriages of the Jaffar Express to derail. According to railway officials, the explosion took place while the passenger train was traveling from Quetta to Rawalpindi. Fortunately, no casualties were reported in the incident, but the impact was strong enough to […]

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65 h. ago Pakistani, Saudi universities build advanced VTOL surveillance drone

Two Pakistani universities and one Saudi institution have successfully designed, developed, and tested a hybrid autopilot Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) drone, marking a major milestone in regional drone technology for surveillance purposes. The project was a joint effort between King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), Saudi National Textile Arabia University Faisalabad, and […]

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3 d. ago Pakistan envoy visits Gansu to boost cooperation in agriculture sector

Pakistan’s Ambassador to China, Khalil Hashmi, held a productive visit to Gansu Province aimed at deepening bilateral cooperation in agriculture, education, and cultural exchange, China Economic Net reported on Saturday. During his three-day tour, the Ambassador met with senior provincial leaders, including Hu Changsheng, CPC Secretary of Gansu, to discuss strengthening government-to-government, business-to-business, and people-to-people […]

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3 d. ago Parliamentary supremacy, constitutional rule pivotal to national progress: NA Speaker

National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq has emphasized that the supremacy of Parliament, adherence to the Constitution, rule of law, and the continuity of the democratic process are essential for Pakistan’s integrity, development, and prosperity. In his message on the 78th anniversary of Pakistan’s Constituent Assembly, National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq stated that the […]

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4 d. ago Governor KPK, Commerce Minister discuss trade and investment

Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Faisal Karim Kundi, visited the residence of Federal Minister for Commerce, Jam Kamal Khan to pay a courtesy call. During the meeting, both leaders discussed matters of mutual interest, with a focus on enhancing trade, investment, and economic opportunities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, said a press release issued here Friday. Special emphasis […]

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4 d. ago Pakistan, Poland discuss enhancing bilateral cooperation in energy sector

Pakistan and Poland discussed on Friday enhancing bilateral cooperation in the energy sector, particularly in oil and gas exploration and mineral resources. Federal Minister for Petroleum, Ali Pervaiz Malik, during a meeting with Maciej Pisarski, Ambassador of Poland to Pakistan, also discussed strengthening collaboration between Pakistan and Poland in energy exploration, technology transfer, and investment […]

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4 d. ago Bilawal condoles with PM Shehbaz, discusses political situation

ISLAMABAD: PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday along with a delegation to discuss the overall political situation of the country, Radio Pakistan reported. The meeting discussed the political and law and order situation in the country. Bilawal also discussed matters related to the power sharing between the PPP and […]

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4 d. ago Norwegian, Punjab police discuss tackling growing cybercrime, digital fraud

Norwegian police delegation meets Punjab IGP, agree on enhancing mutual cooperation LAHORE: The Punjab Police and Norwegian Police agreed on enhancing mutual cooperation in different sectors, including the capacity-building of Punjab Police in tackling the growing challenges of cybercrime and digital fraud, according to a statement issued from the Central Police Office. The consensus was […]

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4 d. ago Maryam Nawaz and Australian envoy discuss trade, climate, partnerships

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif met Australian High Commissioner Neil Hawkins in Lahore on Friday for a farewell meeting, where both leaders discussed trade expansion, investment opportunities, and strengthening bilateral cooperation. Maryam praised Hawkins for his distinguished service in Pakistan, highlighting his role in promoting friendly relations and long-term partnerships between the two countries […]

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4 d. ago GSMA warns Pakistan: digital barriers threaten investment growth

The Global System for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA) has warned that barriers to digital progress and lack of reforms in Pakistan could put future investments at risk. Despite Pakistan’s potential and strong vision for a “Digital Pakistan,” GSMA said delays in telecom policy reforms may cause the country to fall behind regional peers. This hesitation […]

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5 d. ago Cabinet tasks environment dept with carbon financing initiatives

The Sindh Cabinet has taken a major decision by designating the Environment, Climate Change and Coastal Development Department as the lead provincial authority for carbon market and carbon financing initiatives. The decision has been taken under Article 6 of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and in line with the Government of […]

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5 d. ago PM lauds $2.7b exports in first fiscal month as highly encouraging

Premier notes a 17pc YoY increase in exports from July 2024-25, calling it a positive indicator of economic progress Commends economic team’s performance, reiterating commitment to enhancing exports, encouraging investment, and fostering a business-friendly environment ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has expressed satisfaction over Pakistan’s exports reaching $2.7 billion in the first month of […]

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