1 hour ago Google marks Pakistan’s Independence Day with special doodle  

KARACHI – Google, the Search engine giant, has changed its homepage doodle to mark Pakistan’s Independence Day on August 14

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12 h. ago Govt unveils national AI policy to boost innovation, jobs and ethical governance

Pakistan has announced its first National Artificial Intelligence Policy, a wide-ranging plan to develop AI infrastructure, train one million people in related skills and ensure responsible, ethical use of the technology in line with global standards. The Ministry of IT & Telecom shared a copy of the new policy with media on Wednesday and said […]

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13 h. ago COAS Asim Munir honoured with Azerbaijan’s prestigious war medal

Azerbaijani defence chief calls on COAS Asim Munir, discusses regional security issues Field marshal reaffirms Pakistan-Azerbaijan fraternal ties, vows to further boost military, diplomatic relations COAS thanks Azerbaijan’s leadership, people for standing together with the people of Pakistan during Marka-e-Haq and sending Azeri Contingent for participating in I-Day ceremony Both leaders discuss ‘matters of mutual […]

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14 h. ago New policies to boost personal and service consumption: State Council

BEIJING: China will see the implementation of new financial policies to strengthen fiscal and financial coordination, outlined Liao Min, Vice Minister of Finance, during a press conference held by China’s State Council Information Office (SCIO) on Wednesday. Liao detailed the two new policies: first, an interest subsidy for personal consumer loans, and second, subsidized loans […]

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18 h. ago Hajj 2026: Designated banks to collect applications on Saturday

KARACHI – To facilitate the collection of Hajj applications from registered applicants of Hajj 2026, the State Bank of Pakistan,

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18 h. ago New Sui Gas Schedule announced for Independence Day; full details here

KARACHI – Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) announced revised gas supply schedule for Karachi and other cities to facilitate consumers during

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19 h. ago Gold Rates drop to Rs358,100 in Pakistan amid dip in global rates

KARACHI — Gold prices continued their downward trend in domestic markets today. According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewelers

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19 h. ago Bilawal slams PM Shehbaz for slow progress on Karachi’s water

Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party, criticized Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for unequal development. He said Punjab enjoys Shehbaz’s fast action, but Karachi faces slow progress. Bilawal spoke at the New Hub Canal inauguration, highlighting Karachi’s long-standing water problems. He said it is unfair for Punjab to get “Shehbaz speed” while Karachi […]

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34 h. ago Exporters urge policy support to capitalise on US tariff cut

Pakistan’s exporters are set to gain a competitive edge in the US market after the government successfully negotiated to get reciprocal tariff reduced from 29% to 19%, the lowest in the region providing Pakistan an opportunity to boost exports to the United States. The breakthrough was discussed in a meeting on ‘US Reciprocal Tariffs’ chaired […]

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37 h. ago Lahore to Karachi Train Ticket Price, Timings – August 2025 Update

KARACHI – Pakistan Railways offers multiple trains from two of the key cities, Lahore and Karachi. The journey takes approximately

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39 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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41 h. ago Solar Pakistan set to showcase alternative energy technologies

KARACHI – To promote alternative energy solutions, Solar Pakistan Exhibition will begin at Karachi Expo Centre on August 15. The

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41 h. ago Sindh announces affordable electricity for Karachi residents

The Sindh government has announced plans to provide cheaper electricity to Karachi’s residents and industries. Provincial Energy Minister Nasir Hussain Shah stated that under the new regulatory body SEPRA, electricity rates will be much lower than those charged by K-Electric. The Sindh Transmission and Dispatch Company (STDC) will handle electricity transmission, allowing the government to […]

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65 h. ago Askari Grammar School, Suzuki Showroom among 88 sealed in Lahore

LAHORE—The Lahore Development Authority (LDA) sealed 88 illegal commercial buildings and commercialisation fee defaulter premises in different housing schemes and

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69 h. ago ADB approves $8.32 million to boost Punjab irrigation system

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved $8.32 million in financing to help Punjab improve its irrigation infrastructure and increase water availability for farming. This funding will prepare key projects for smoother implementation and quicker fund disbursement. The money will support five priority projects identified by Punjab’s government in 2019, focusing on upgrading irrigation systems. […]

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69 h. ago PIA announces Independence Day discount on domestic, international tickets

KARACHI – Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced a 14 percent discount on ticket fares for its passengers on account

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2 d. ago Sindh finalises arrangements for August 13 grand musical show

KARACHI –  The Sindh government on Monday finalised arrangements for a grand musical show to be held in Karachi on

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2 d. ago Gold price plunges by Rs3,600 in Pakistan – Check new rates on August 11

KARACHI – Gold opened new business week with significant losses in local market of Pakistan amid decreasing global rates on

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3 d. ago Pakistan appoints maritime law consultant for new gulf ferry service

Pakistan’s Ministry of Maritime Affairs has approved the first ferry service license for Sea Keepers International, a UK-based ferry operator. The service will connect Pakistan with Iran and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. On August 5, Sea Keepers International officially received permission to start operating ferry routes. This new service is expected to boost trade, […]

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3 d. ago Jamie Lee Curtis strongly reacts to criticism of Pamela and Liam Neeson’s rumoured romance

Jamie Lee Curtis is feeling every emotion everywhere all at once. The Freakier Friday star reacted to speculation that Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson are in a relationship with a strongly-worded message to the public. “With all due respect to pop culture, if love has found way into that relationship-God bless them both-leave them the […]

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