10 h. ago Dar hails chromebook launch as breakthrough in digital Pakistan drive

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has termed the launch of Pakistan’s first Google Chromebook assembly line a “defining moment” in the country’s digital transformation, calling it a major milestone toward self-reliance in technology. Addressing the launch event titled Building the Digital Future, Together in Islamabad, he said that local production of Chromebooks would make digital […]

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50 h. ago Pakistan hopes peace mechanism will ensure Taliban action against terrorists

Information Minister Attaullah Tarar on Sunday said that with the establishment of a joint monitoring and verification mechanism, the onus would be on Kabul to take action against terrorists using Afghan soil to launch attacks on Pakistan. A second round of discussions between Pakistani and Afghan Taliban delegations had begun in Istanbul on Saturday, but […]

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3 d. ago India trying to keep Pakistan engaged on two fronts: Kh Asif

We have evidence of India’s involvement in terrorism and how it wants to keep us busy on eastern and western fronts: Defense Czar Says ‘Modi silenced after May defeat,’ vowing to stop cross-border terrorism from Afghan soil Says Pakistan preferred ‘a civilised relationship’ between two neighbours, expressing hope ongoing talks would yield a reasonable outcome […]

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4 d. ago Pakistan goes digital: Smart meters to transform electricity services

ISLAMABAD – The Ministry of Energy (Power Division) has launched a large-scale rollout of smart meters across Pakistan’s electricity distribution companies (DISCOs), as part of its 2025–26 “Year of Customer Service Improvement” initiative. The project aims to enhance customer service, operational efficiency, and transparency across the country’s power sector. A spokesperson from the Power Division […]

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5 d. ago At Launch of 4th Phase of Laptop Scheme, PM vows to build a ‘tech

PM Shehbaz launches Youth Laptop Scheme 2025 with slogan ‘Pakistan’s Future Belongs to Its Empowered Youth’ Says Rs500b earmarked for youth education, skills, and empowerment, terming 2025 a milestone year for digital learning and innovation Reveals Saudi Arabia to train Pakistani youth in AI, IT, and modern trades, saying Pakistan’s youth will be partners in […]

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5 d. ago Commander among 4 khawarij killed as infiltration attempt thwarted at Pak

RAWALPINDI: A “high-value target” identified as a commander of the Fitna al-Khawarij was among four terrorists killed after security forces thwarted an attempt to infiltrate the Pakistan-Afghanistan border in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Bajaur district, according to the military’s media wing on Thursday. In a statement the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said, “Last night the movement of […]

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5 d. ago India reaffirms support for Afghan sovereignty amid Pakistan border tensions

NEW DELHI: India has reiterated its commitment to Afghanistan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, as tensions continue to rise between Kabul and Islamabad over cross-border violence and accusations of proxy warfare. Speaking at a weekly press briefing on Thursday, Indian Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said New Delhi “remains committed to the sovereignty, territorial […]

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6 d. ago Afghans stranded at various locations in Khyber as Torkham remains closed

Afghan refugees attempting to return to their homeland have been stranded at various locations across Khyber district due to closure of Pakistan-Afghanistan border crossings at Torkham. According to district admin, the Pak-Afghan border has remained closed for more than two weeks, leaving thousands of Afghan refugees unable to proceed toward Afghanistan or return to their […]

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6 d. ago Naqvi hails Iran as partner for regional peace amid Afghan border tensions

Islamabad, Tehran reaffirm joint commitment to combat terrorism and strengthen border security President Pezeshkian says Tehran values Pakistan’s ‘immense support, expressing satisfaction with trajectory of bilateral ties TEHRAN/ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Wednesday hailed Iran and Pakistan as vital partners in maintaining regional peace and stability, as he met Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian during […]

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7 d. ago Pakistan, KSA launch economic cooperation framework to boost ties

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia on Tuesday launched the Economic Cooperation Framework, which is based on their shared economic interests and reaffirms their desire to strengthen trade and investment relations. The decision to launch the framework was taken during a Monday meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on the […]

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7 d. ago Reform without reformers: The limits of governance renewal in Pakistan

For decades, reform has been one of Pakistan’s most repeated policy promises. Every new government launches its own agenda for civil service, taxation, education, and institutional renewal, but few survive beyond the first phase. The outcome is a familiar paradox: a system in constant motion that rarely changes direction. Reform has become a habit rather […]

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9 d. ago Pakistan delivers ‘final warning’ to Afghan Taliban over cross

Islamabad rejects Kabul’s ‘continued patronage’ of terror outfits, demands verifiable action Officials presents concrete evidence of TTP and allied networks based on Afghan soil Officials say Taliban “following someone else’s agenda,” hinting at Indian involvement Islamabad warns of unilateral defensive steps if Kabul fails to curb terror proxies ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has conveyed a firm and […]

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1 week ago Pakistan, Afghanistan seek to bolster truce in Istanbul talks

The second round of talks between Pakistan and Afghanistan kicked off in Istanbul on Saturday, with Islamabad eyeing a “concrete” mechanism to monitor Afghan Taliban actions aimed at preventing cross-border terrorist attacks. The meeting follows the first round of Pakistan-Afghanistan talks mediated jointly by Qatar and Turkiye in Doha on October 18-19. The Qatar talks […]

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1 week ago Pakistan establishes Tax Policy to strengthen fiscal framework

. ISLAMABAD – The federal government has launched a Tax Policy Office to modernize and streamline Pakistan’s tax framework. To aligning it with conditions set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The Finance Ministry confirmed the key appointments for the office have finalized. He also confirmed work will commence next week on tax policies for […]

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1 week ago Afghan border crossings to remain shut over security situation

Pakistan on Friday announced that border crossings with Afghanistan would remain closed, citing the security situation, stressing that saving the life of an ordinary Pakistani is more important than the movement of goods or trade. Border crossings between the two countries have remained closed since October 11, following clashes earlier this month that killed dozens […]

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1 week ago Pakistan, UK launch initiative to tackle transnational organised crime

The Ministry of Interior and Narcotics Control, in collaboration with the British High Commission, formally inaugurated the Centre of Excellence on Thursday in Islamabad, a landmark initiative aimed at strengthening international cooperation against transnational organized crime and enhancing Pakistan’s capacity to address complex global criminal challenges. Speaking at the ceremony, Minister of State for Interior […]

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1 week ago Pakistan launches action plan to conserve endangered shark species

ISLAMABAD: The federal government of Pakistan has announced a comprehensive National Action Plan aimed at conserving shark species in the country’s coastal waters. This initiative is being developed in collaboration with the provinces of Sindh and Balochistan, as well as marine and environmental experts, to address the growing threat of shark overexploitation in the Arabian […]

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1 week ago Massive crackdown: police arrest 954 TLP protesters across Punjab

Punjab police have launched a large-scale crackdown on Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) activists accused of involvement in violent demonstrations, successfully arresting 954 protesters from multiple districts so far. The ongoing operation marks one of the most extensive law enforcement actions this year, reflecting the government’s determination to maintain law and order. Moreover, special police units have […]

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1 week ago Pakistan slams renewed Israeli strikes in Gaza, urges swift global action

Foreign Office calls ceasefire breach ‘blatant defiance’ of peace accord, seeks ‘urgent, effective’ steps to protect civilians Reaffirms Islamabad’s long-standing position on establishment of ‘an independent, sovereign, viable and contiguous State of Palestine’ ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Wednesday strongly condemned Israel’s renewed strikes in Gaza—launched despite a US-backed ceasefire agreement—and called on the international community to […]

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1 week ago Chromebooks to replace textbooks across Future World Schools

Islamabad, October 22, 2025: Future World Schools marked a historic milestone in Pakistan’s educational landscape with the official launch of the BYOND Future Programme, in collaboration with Google for Education and Google Worldwide. The launch ceremony, held at the state-of-the-art Future World School DHA Phase 5 Islamabad Campus, was a vibrant celebration of innovation, technology, […]

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