16 h. ago PMD warns about risk of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods in GB, KP

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a critical warning about the risk of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) in Gilgit-Baltistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, triggered by glacier melting due to an ongoing heatwave. In a statement released by the PMD’s Research and Development Division in Islamabad, the department warned that rising temperatures, combined with […]

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16 h. ago “Microsoft never had a REAL OFFICE in Pakistan, so there was nothing to exit from”

ISLAMABAD – Reports of Microsoft exit from Pakistan was all over the news lately and Pakistani government responded to the development,

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19 h. ago July 5 is a dark chapter in Pakistan’s history, says Bilawal Bhutto

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has labeled the July 5, 1977 military coup as the darkest day in the country’s history, declaring it a moment when democracy was ambushed and the nation plunged into darkness. In a post on social media platform X, Bilawal stated that July 5 sowed the seeds […]

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23 h. ago Pakistan welcomes 350 Afghan students under Allama Iqbal scholarship programme

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has welcomed around 350 Afghan students who have arrived to study in its top universities under the Allama Muhammad Iqbal Scholarships. The Higher Education Commission (HEC) received the students at its regional centre in Peshawar. This move marks a key step in improving educational ties between the two countries. The students will join […]

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24 h. ago Weather update; heavy rains expected as new monsoon spell enters Pakistan

ISLAMABAD – A new spell of the monsoon system has entered Pakistan, with the likelihood of heavy rainfall across many

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31 h. ago IHC overturns sentences of four PTI workers involved in May 9 riots

ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) acquitted four Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) workers on Thursday, overturning their previous convictions linked to the May 9 riots. The four individuals had challenged their sentences in the IHC after being convicted by an Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) on May 30 for their involvement in an attack on a police station […]

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35 h. ago China helped Pakistan during India conflict, says Indian Army deputy chief

China gave Islamabad “live inputs” on key Indian positions during Pakistan’s deadly conflict with its neighbor in May, the deputy chief of India’s army said on Friday, calling for urgent upgrades to the country’s air defense systems. The nuclear-armed rivals used missiles, drones and artillery fire during the four-day fighting – their worst in decades […]

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38 h. ago Pakistan sets bold industrial revival plan to boost exports and cut imports

ISLAMABAD – The government has finalized a new industrial policy to revive Pakistan’s struggling industrial sector. The Prime Minister’s Committee on Industrial Policy approved key reforms in a recent meeting chaired by SAPM Haroon Akhtar Khan. The policy focuses on increasing exports, reducing imports, and helping small businesses grow. Officials said the industry’s share in […]

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40 h. ago Pak Tribunal slaps Prema Milk with Rs50Lac Fine over False Advertising

ISLAMABAD – Prema Milk, one of famous local milk brands in Pakistan, landed in trouble for allegedly misleading public on

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41 h. ago Pakistan, Russia to enhance road and rail links for regional trade

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Russia have agreed to strengthen road and rail connectivity between their countries via Central Asia to promote regional trade and economic cooperation. This agreement was made during a bilateral meeting between Federal Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem Khan and Russian Deputy Minister of Transport Andrey Sergeyevich Nikitin, held on the final day […]

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42 h. ago Islamabad, Pakistan weather: Significant monsoon rains predicted

ISLAMABAD – Significant monsoon rains and gusty winds with isolated heavy falls are predicted in Islamabad, Rawalpindi and parts of

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46 h. ago Pakistan set to reduce timelines for credit of bonus, right shares

ISLAMABAD – The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has sought public input on the proposed amendments to the

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66 h. ago More intermittent rains predicted in Islamabad, parts of Pakistan

ISLAMABAD – More intermittent rains and windstorms are predicted in Islamabad, Rawalpindi and parts of Pakistan on Thursday night and

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66 h. ago Afghan refugees left in limbo as Germany suspends resettlement programme

ISLAMABAD/BERLIN – Hundreds of Afghan refugees stuck in Pakistan are facing uncertainty after Germany halted its humanitarian admission programme that once promised them safety and a new start. The programme, launched in October 2022, aimed to bring vulnerable Afghans — including women’s rights activists, journalists, and at-risk minorities — to Germany. However, after political changes […]

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68 h. ago Microsoft’s Pakistan Shutdown sparks debate on regulatory environment

ISLAMABAD – Microsoft shut down its operations in Pakistan after 2.5 decades amid growing economic and regulatory challenges in South

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69 h. ago Major relief for power consumers using 100 to 500 units monthly

ISLAMABAD – In a welcome move for electricity users across Pakistan, NEPRA has approved a reduction in the base power tariff for those consuming 100 to 500 units monthly. This decision is expected to bring much-needed financial relief to millions of households. According to details, NEPRA has approved a decrease of up to Rs. 1.15 […]

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69 h. ago Pakistan may face severe water shortage by 2025, warns NDMA chief

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan is at risk of becoming the 15th most water-stressed country in the world by 2025 due to the growing impact of climate change, said NDMA Chairman Lieutenant General Inam Haider during a detailed briefing to the National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Climate Change. Committee members visited the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), […]

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2 d. ago Imran Khan will decide on talks with government, says PTI’s Junaid Akbar

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Junaid Akbar said on Thursday that any decision regarding negotiations with the government will be taken solely by party founder Imran Khan. He stressed that the leadership will decide the path forward. While speaking to Dunya News, Junaid Akbar questioned the credibility of a recent letter written by some […]

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3 d. ago Divine help came for Pakistan’s aid during tensions with India, says Naqvi

ISLAMABAD: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Wednesday said that Pakistan received “divine help” during its confrontation with India and

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3 d. ago PTI leadership reaffirms unity, vows to defend KP govt under Imran Khan

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leadership has reaffirmed its unity and resolute commitment to defending the party’s provincial government in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) under the leadership of Imran Khan. At a press conference held on Wednesday, senior PTI figures emphasized the party’s unwavering support for the former prime minister, declaring that no amount of pressure could […]

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