3 h. ago EV industry urges faster charging infrastructure and cost solutions

Electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers have voiced strong concerns about the lack of charging stations and high vehicle costs, warning that these issues are holding back Pakistan’s shift to clean energy. During a consultative meeting with the Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, industry leaders emphasized the urgent need for action to boost EV adoption. […]

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3 h. ago Furniture council calls for urgent digital shift to boost economy

Pakistan Furniture Council (PFC) CEO Mian Kashif Ashfaq has called on the government to prioritise digital transformation to create a transparent, accountable, and efficient economic system. While chairing a PFC Board of Directors meeting on Saturday, Ashfaq emphasised that adopting modern digital tools improves transparency in financial activities, reduces corruption, and simplifies business operations across […]

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5 h. ago Thousands gather in Karbala for ashura rituals under tight security

Thousands of Shi’ite Muslims gathered in Karbala, Iraq on Sunday to mark Ashura — the most sacred day in the Shi’ite Islamic calendar — amid strict security measures across the city. Worshippers from across the country participated in religious rituals held at key sacred sites. The ceremonies began early in the morning, drawing large crowds […]

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5 h. ago Saif Ali Khan faces ₹15,000 crore loss as ancestral property declared ‘enemy property’

BHOPAL: In a major legal blow to Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan, the Madhya Pradesh High Court has upheld the Indian government’s decision declaring his ancestral properties in Bhopal as ‘enemy property’ under the Enemy Property Act, 1958. The ruling could strip Khan of properties worth over ₹15,000 crore. The court’s verdict follows a 2014 […]

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5 h. ago Iran hit five Israeli military bases with ballistic missiles, says UK report

LONDON: Iranian ballistic missiles struck five Israeli military bases during the 12-day war last month, according to a detailed report by the British newspaper The Telegraph, citing satellite data from Oregon State University. Israel usually censors information about attacks on military and sensitive sites, fearing it could help Iran improve missile targeting. However, the report […]

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7 h. ago OPEC+ boosts oil output by 548,000 barrels per day for august

OPEC+ has agreed to raise oil production by 548,000 barrels per day (bpd) in August, accelerating its output hike plan as global markets remain tight. The move follows recent geopolitical tensions and reflects efforts to stabilize fuel prices amid increased global demand. This is the largest monthly hike so far this year, up from 411,000 […]

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7 h. ago High Commissioner Fatou Harerimana highlights partnership with Pakistan in diverse sectors

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8 h. ago Israel rejects Hamas conditions as ceasefire talks move to Qatar

Israel is sending a delegation to Qatar for negotiations on a possible ceasefire and hostage deal, despite rejecting key changes proposed by Hamas. The Israeli Prime Minister’s Office said Hamas’ adjustments to the U.S.-backed plan were “not acceptable,” though discussions would continue. The talks aim to finalize a 60-day truce in Gaza, as proposed by […]

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8 h. ago Elon Musk launches ‘America Party’ in bold split from Trump over tax bill

Elon Musk has officially launched a new political movement called the “America Party,” marking a dramatic break from U.S. President Donald Trump. Musk announced the move on his social platform X, declaring the new party aims to “give you back your freedom.” The billionaire made the announcement just a day after criticizing Trump’s newly signed […]

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21 h. ago Defeated India trying to pacify its domestic audience by blaming China: Khawaja Asif

ISLAMABAD: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif rejected the top Indian Army officer’s claims about China’s ‘live [satellite] inputs’ to Pakistan during its recent conflict with India in May, saying such statements are aimed at pacifying the domestic audience. India’s Deputy Chief of Army Staff, Rahul R Singh, claimed a day ago that Beijing provided real-time satellite […]

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26 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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28 h. ago OPEC+ speeds up oil production: 548,000 barrels per day added for august

OPEC+ has decided to increase oil production by 548,000 barrels per day (bpd) in August. The move comes after recent market disruptions caused by U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran. This is OPEC+’s first meeting since those events and reflects a major shift in their strategy. The group, which includes Saudi Arabia, Russia, and six […]

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29 h. ago Punjab unveils Rs3,000 monthly ration card scheme to support 1.2 million families

The Punjab government has launched a landmark ration card subsidy programme to assist 1.2 million low-income families across the province. Under this scheme, each registered household will receive a monthly ration subsidy of Rs3,000 to meet their basic food needs. Punjab Labour Minister Malik Faisal Ayub Khokhar called it the biggest welfare initiative in the […]

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30 h. ago SBP pumps Rs13 trillion into banks to calm liquidity jitters

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) injected over Rs13 trillion into the banking system on July 4, 2025. The move aimed to maintain short-term liquidity and support banks during inflationary pressure. This included Rs12.647 trillion through conventional Open Market Operations (OMOs), mostly in 14-day instruments at an 11.03% return. Additionally, SBP carried out a Shariah-compliant […]

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32 h. ago How many bank accounts hold deposits below Rs 50,000 in Pakistan?

KARACHI – A recent breakdown of commercial bank accounts’ balances in Pakistan reveals a significant concentration of low-value deposits, highlighting

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34 h. ago Officials fear Pakistan may face another spell of illegal migration, human trafficking

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34 h. ago Karachi and Lahore on high alert for 9th muharram processions

Tight security arrangements have been finalized for the central 9th Muharram processions in both Karachi and Lahore, as the country observes the solemn day. In Karachi, the main procession will begin at 1 PM from Nishtar Park, following a religious gathering where prominent scholar Allama Shahenshah Hussain Naqvi will deliver a sermon. After the majlis, […]

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35 h. ago Tragedy in Lyari: Karachi building collapse kills 13, dozens trapped

At least 13 people have died after a five-storey residential building collapsed in Karachi’s Baghdadi area of Lyari. Rescue teams are working day and night to search for 25 to 30 people still trapped under the rubble. So far, ten people have been pulled out alive, but one remains in critical condition. Emergency has been […]

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42 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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43 h. ago Pakistan, Azerbaijan agree to boost trade and investment cooperation

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday met with President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev on the sidelines of Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) Summit in Khankendi, Azerbaijan. During the meeting, the two leaders agreed to enhance their cooperation in the fields of trade and investment while expressing satisfaction over the progress made regarding the investment prospects. Both […]

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