68 m. ago Global fund slashes Pakistan’s health aid by $27 million amid rising HIV and TB threats

ISLAMABAD – The Global Fund has cut $27 million from Pakistan’s health funding, significantly affecting national programs aimed at controlling HIV, tuberculosis, and malaria. The reduction comes as the country battles a worsening public health crisis. The decision reduces Pakistan’s total allocation under Grant Cycle 7 from $250.8 million to $223.6 million. The biggest cut […]

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74 m. ago Relief for Imran Riaz, Matiullah Jan, Asad Toor as Court says NO to YouTube Channel ban

ISLAMABAD – Digital crackdown on dissent journalists has been stopped as Pakistan court reversed ban on scores of channels including those

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2 h. ago Court reserves verdict on Shah Mahmood Qureshi’s acquittal plea in may 9 case

ISLAMABAD – A district and sessions court in Islamabad has reserved its verdict on Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Shah Mahmood Qureshi’s acquittal plea in the May 9 vandalism case. Judicial Magistrate Shehzad Khan presided over the hearing, while Qureshi’s lawyer, Advocate Ali Bukhari, appeared on his behalf. The court listened to arguments and reserved the […]

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2 h. ago Over 2,000 students participate in ISPR’s summer camp 2025 across Pakistan

ISLAMABAD – More than 2,000 students from across Pakistan actively participated in the ISPR Summer Camp 2025, making it one of the country’s most engaging educational experiences this year. The camp brought together students from diverse regions and backgrounds, offering them a platform to learn, explore, and grow. The event featured a variety of activities […]

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4 h. ago Islamabad, Moscow sign protocol to revive Pakistan Steel Mills

MOSCOW – Pakistan and Russia have signed a Protocol to restore and modernize Pakistan Steel Mills (PSM) in Karachi, reaffirming

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17 h. ago Its High Court’s authority to stay trial of cases, SC rejects Fawad Ch

CJP-led bench advises former federal minister to approach LHC with plea to club his May 9 cases ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan on Thursday rejected the request of former minister Chaudhry Fawad Hussain to stay his trials in the May 9 cases, ruling that “such an authority lies with the high court.” A bench […]

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17 h. ago Neither President Zardari being removed nor COAS aspiring to become president: Naqvi

Security Czar says, ‘Fully aware of who is behind the malicious campaign targeting the president, PM, and the COAS’ The sole focus of the COAS is the strength and stability of Pakistan, nothing else: Interior Minister   ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Naqvi on Thursday made it “crystal clear that neither President Asif Ali Zardari […]

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20 h. ago Pakistan and China to launch joint media initiatives to fight fake news

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and China have agreed to bolster media cooperation by launching joint broadcasting projects to effectively address the growing concerns of fake news and disinformation. The agreement was made during a meeting between Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Attaullah Tarar, and Cao Shumin, the Deputy Head of the Publicity Department of the […]

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22 h. ago Gauhar Malik, ILO Country Director mull strengthening cooperation on Labor, Media initiatives

ISLAMABAD – Country Director for Pakistan at the International Labour Organization (ILO) Mr. Geir T. Tonstol paid courtesy visit to

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22 h. ago Meta joins Pakistan’s AI revolution with local support and training

Meta, the global tech giant, has offered full support to Pakistan in advancing its artificial intelligence (AI) goals. A high-level delegation from Meta met with Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, in Islamabad. The meeting focused on boosting Pakistan’s digital infrastructure, supporting AI use, and preparing youth for future tech jobs. During […]

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23 h. 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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23 h. 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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28 h. ago More widespread rains expected in Islamabad, parts of Pakistan

ISLAMABAD – More widespread monsoon rains with isolated heavy falls are expected in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and parts of Pakistan on

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39 h. ago PM reaffirms commitment to further strengthening cooperation with Turkey in key sectors

Premier Shehbaz expresses satisfaction over positive trajectory of bilateral relations, highlighting both nations have made significant progress in recent years Once again expresses his deepest gratitude to Turkish leadership for their support during tensions with India ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to further strengthening cooperation with Turkey in key sectors, […]

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43 h. ago Freelancers using Sadapay hit with 13pc Total Taxes after Pakistan’s 2025 Budget

ISLAMABAD – Freelancers in Pakistan are now paying the price of aggressive taxation, as new regulations in Budget 2025 bring

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46 h. ago WHO joins hands with Pak Govt to save 1.3 Million people from Monsoon Health Risks

ISLAMABAD – As Pakistan braces for intense monsoon rains, World Health Organization (WHO), in collaboration with the Government of Pakistan

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48 h. ago Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Pakistan weather: Wet spell continues

ISLAMABAD – Rains and gusty winds with isolated heavy falls lashed Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and parts of Pakistan on Wednesday, disrupting

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49 h. ago Indian state policy actively sponsors Extremism, Sectarian Violence in Pakistan: DG ISPR

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan Army spokesperson and Director-General of Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Lt-General Ahmed Sharif Choudhary reiterated Indian terrorism as official

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63 h. ago ‘No govt without PPP’s support:’ Bukhari rebukes rumours about President’s removal

PPP general secretary says those behind rumours lack understanding of the Constitution. Senior PPP leader says party will not be joining federal cabinet ISLAMABAD: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Secretary General Nayyar Hussain Bukhari on Tuesday categorically rejected reports circulating regarding a “change in the presidency” as rumours, saying the government could not function without the […]

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65 h. ago Shehbaz tells business leaders: ‘Together, we’ll build a self

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met top business leaders in Islamabad to discuss Pakistan’s economic future. He stressed that the government is now shifting from stabilisation to long-term growth. Shehbaz promised to focus on industrial expansion, job creation, and increasing foreign investment. He also highlighted the need to use local resources to reduce dependence on external […]

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