12 h. ago Altaf Hussain battles severe illness, admitted to London hospital

Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) founder Altaf Hussain has been hospitalised in London following a severe illness, party officials confirmed on July 11, 2025. Senior MQM leader Mustafa Azizabadi said doctors conducted multiple tests and are closely monitoring his condition. They appealed to supporters to keep Hussain in their prayers. Altaf Hussain, living in self-imposed exile […]

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17 h. ago Pakistan’s foreign reserves hit $20 billion mark, highest since march 2022

KARACHI – Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves surged by $1.93 billion in a single week, reaching a total of $20.02 billion as of July 4, 2025, according to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). This marks the highest level of reserves since March 18, 2022, reflecting growing economic stability. The central bank’s own reserves saw a […]

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20 h. ago Canadian dollar remains steady against Pak rupee today – 11 July 2025

LAHORE – The buying rate of Canadian remained unchanged against Pakistani rupee in open market where it stood at Rs209

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20 h. ago UK Pound bounces back against Pakistani rupee – 11 July 2025

KARACHI – The UK Pound registered a recovery against Pakistani rupee on Friday as it has surged to 387.30 in

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21 h. ago Pak rupee loses more shine against UAE Dirham – 11 July 2025

KARACHI – UAE Dirham (AED) further strengthened against Pakistani rupee in open market where 1 AED’s buying rate settled at

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21 h. ago Saudi Riyal buying rate edges up against Pak rupee – 11 July 2025

KARACHI – Saudi Riyal (SAR) has further strengthened against Pakistan rupee in open market on Friday as 1 SAR reached

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36 h. ago State Bank of Pakistan’s foreign reserves jump by $1.774 billion

KARACHI – Pakistan’s liquid foreign reserves stood at $20,028.7 million as of July 4, 2025. According to the data shared

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37 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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38 h. ago Eyes on gold: Arshad skips swiss meet to train for world championship

LAHORE – July 10, 2025: Pakistan’s Olympic gold medalist Arshad Nadeem has officially withdrawn from the upcoming athletics competition in Switzerland, originally set for July 15. The javelin thrower cited a minor muscle strain in his right shin and unfavorable training conditions in Pakistan as key reasons behind the decision. Arshad told media that he […]

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38 h. ago Russia calls Pakistan a ‘natural ally’, reaffirms deepening ties

MOSCOW – July 10, 2025: Russia’s Deputy Prime Minister Alexei Overchuk has called Pakistan and Russia “natural allies” and confirmed that President Vladimir Putin sees Pakistan as a key partner in energy and economic growth. He made these remarks during a meeting with Syed Tariq Fatemi, Special Assistant to Pakistan’s Prime Minister on Foreign Affairs, […]

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39 h. ago Shehbaz Sharif calls for reform and review of tariff commission

ISLAMABAD – July 10, 2025: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has ordered an urgent reorganization of the National Tariff Commission (NTC) to improve its legal, administrative, and institutional performance. He issued these directions while chairing a high-level meeting on the NTC’s overall operations and recent developments. The Prime Minister stressed the need for a third-party review […]

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39 h. ago Pakistan, China to strengthen media ties against misinformation spread

BEIJING – July 10, 2025: Pakistan and China have agreed to boost their cooperation in tackling the spread of fake news and misinformation through joint media initiatives. The agreement was reached during a high-level meeting in Beijing between Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar and Cao Shumin, Vice Minister of the Publicity […]

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39 h. ago Not happening: Naqvi crushes talk of Zardari exit and Army Chief rise

ISLAMABAD – July 10, 2025: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has firmly rejected widespread speculation about President Asif Ali Zardari stepping down or Army Chief General Asim Munir aiming to become the next President of Pakistan. In an official post on X (formerly Twitter), Naqvi criticized the rumor campaign targeting the country’s top leadership. He […]

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44 h. ago Punjab excise transfer fees for 650cc to 1800cc cars increased – July 2025

LAHORE – The Punjab Excise and Taxation Department has increase the transfer fee for vehicles by 10 percent with effect

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44 h. ago Canadian dollar inches up against Pak rupee today – 10 July 2025

LAHORE – The buying rate of Canadian strengthened against Pakistani rupee in open market where it stood at Rs209 on

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45 h. ago SAR to PKR: Saudi Riyal surges against Pak rupee on 10 July 2025

KARACHI – Saudi Riyal (SAR) has recorded further gains against Pakistan rupee in open market on Thursday as 1 SAR

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57 h. ago Relief for millions: Electricity prices slashed across Pakistan

In a welcome development for power consumers, electricity prices have been reduced across the country under NEPRA’s monthly fuel cost adjustment mechanism. The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) officially notified the price cuts, which will be reflected in July 2025 electricity bills. This decision is expected to provide some short-term relief to households and […]

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63 h. ago Indian air force jaguar fighter jet crashes in Rajasthan, pilot killed

An Indian Air Force (IAF) Jaguar fighter jet crashed near Bhanoda village in Churu district, Rajasthan, on July 9, 2025. The pilot lost his life in the accident. According to Indian media reports, the jet had taken off from the Suratgarh Airbase before it went down. The region hosts several IAF bases, including Jodhpur and […]

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69 h. ago Saudi Riyal further strengths against Pak rupee– 9 July 2025

KARACHI – The buying rate of Saudi Riyal (SAR) registered another increase of five paisa against Pakistani rupee in open

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3 d. ago New Tax Rates on Rs750, 1500, 25000 and 40000 Prize Bonds in Pakistan from July 2025

ISLAMABAD – Amid steps of widening tax base, Pakistani government intensified its fiscal pressure on non-filers, particularly those holding high-denomination prize

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