39 m. ago Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Pakistan weather: Fourth spell of monsoon rains begins

ISLAMABAD – The fourth spell of monsoon rains has started, which will continue intermittently in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and parts of

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43 m. ago NADRA announces major reforms in national identity documentation

ISLAMABAD: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has introduced significant changes to Pakistan’s national identity documentation system, aimed at

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67 m. ago Over 6,500 students join ISPR internship, praise armed forces

The ISPR Summer Internship Program 2025 is making a strong impact, with more than 6,500 students participating from 33 cities across Pakistan. Students from over 150 universities and educational institutions are attending, showing the passion and dedication of the youth toward learning and national service. This large-scale engagement reflects the growing interest of young people […]

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2 h. ago China begins work on world’s largest hydropower dam in Tibet

China has officially started building the world’s largest hydropower dam on the eastern edge of the Tibetan Plateau, a project estimated to cost around \$170 billion. Announced by Premier Li Qiang, this ambitious venture will include five cascade power stations along the Yarlung Zangbo River. The dam is expected to start operations sometime in the […]

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5 h. ago Two key programs restarted in Pakistan as USAID funding partially restored

ISLAMABAD – Amid improving bilateral ties between Islamabad and Washington, the USAID program has been partially restored in Pakistan. The

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6 h. ago Saudi Riyal to Pak rupee open market rate today – 21 July 2025

KARACHI – The Saudi Riyal is being traded at Rs75.94 in open market of Pakistan on Monday, the opening day

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13 h. ago Bangladesh defeat Pakistan by 7 wickets in T20I series opener

Bangladesh defeated Pakistan by seven wickets with Parvez Hossain Emon’s half century in the first clash of the three-match T20I series at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka on Sunday. Chasing a modest target of 111, the hosts suffered early setbacks as debutant Salman Mirza struck twice in his opening spell. He removed […]

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14 h. ago Naqvi discusses counterterrorism, effective border management with Afghan counterpart

Terrorist organisations causing chaos and instability and we must stop them together, Naqvi tells Sirajuddin Haqqani Bilateral relations, particularly counterterrorism, infiltration, and the banned TTP discussed in the meeting: Interior ministry Two leaders also discuss process of repatriation of Afghan citizens illegally residing in Pakistan Afghan Interim Deputy Interior Minister welcomes Interior minister upon arrival […]

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14 h. ago Govt’s plan to distribute electric bikes, loaders among youth hailed

Govt’s plan to distribute Chinese-made electric bikes, loaders among youth has been hailed as a game-changer for Pakistan’s urban transportation, especially in cities like Gwadar and Quetta. The government on Saturday unveiled plans to distribute over 100,000 Chinese-made electric bikes and more than 300,000 electric loaders and rickshaws among youth aimed at reducing fuel imports, […]

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15 h. ago Talal Chaudhry accuses KP Assembly of sabotaging Senate election process

FAISALABAD: Minister of State for Interior and senior PML-N leader Senator Talal Chaudhry on Sunday condemned the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Assembly for undermining the Constitution, alleging that a conspiracy was underway to manipulate the quorum in a bid to derail the Senate elections. Speaking to the media, Chaudhry accused the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) of engaging […]

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16 h. ago Pakistan sees 90pc rise in net FDI from China, reaching $1.22bn in FY25

ISLAMABAD: China’s net foreign direct investment (FDI) in Pakistan has soared by 90.4%, reaching $1.22 billion in fiscal year 2024–25, up from $643.2 million recorded in FY 2023–24. According to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and reported by Gwadar Pro, this surge in investment highlights China’s increasing role as one of […]

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16 h. ago Interior minister inaugurates online women’s police station, digital “One Info” app

ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Sunday visited the Islamabad Safe City Headquarters, where he inaugurated two significant tech-driven initiatives: the Online Women Police Station and the “One Info” mobile application. These steps are part of the ongoing digital modernization of urban policing in Pakistan, aimed at enhancing public service and law enforcement. During his […]

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18 h. ago Islamabad, Pakistan weather: Monsoon rains, gusty winds likely

ISLAMABAD – Intermittent monsoon rains and gusty winds are likely in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and parts of Pakistan on Sunday night

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19 h. ago Israel orders new Gaza evacuations as starvation reaches deadly levels

On Sunday, the Israeli military ordered fresh evacuations in central Gaza, especially in Deir al-Balah, a region packed with displaced civilians. This raised alarm among families of hostages, who fear their loved ones are still held in those areas. The move may indicate an upcoming military operation in zones previously untouched during the conflict. Health […]

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21 h. ago Pakistan’s food exports decline as rice and fruits shipments drop

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s food exports declined by nearly 4% in FY25, falling to $7.116 billion from $7.369 billion the previous year, ending a 20-month streak of growth. According to data from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, this dip was mainly driven by a sharp drop in rice shipments, which have historically formed a major part […]

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21 h. ago Retailer unawareness and weak FBR oversight fuel illegal cigarette boom

ISLAMABAD – A new study by the non-profit group Umeed-i-Sehar has revealed that Pakistan’s illegal cigarette trade is thriving due to poor government outreach and low retailer awareness. The survey, conducted across 2,000 retailers in Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad, found that 97% had never been contacted by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) for compliance […]

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21 h. ago Pakistan, China set up joint teams for modern farming breakthroughs

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan and China have agreed to form technical working groups to launch key agricultural projects focused on high-yield cotton seeds, water-saving irrigation, and advanced farming methods. The initiative aims to address Pakistan’s agricultural challenges and boost productivity across the country. The decision was reached during a meeting between Pakistan’s Minister for National Food […]

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21 h. ago Bangladesh win toss, choose to bowl first in opening T20 clash

DHAKA – Bangladesh won the toss and chose to field first against Pakistan in the opening match of the three-game T20I series. The match is being held at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium in Dhaka and began at 5 pm Pakistan Standard Time. Bangladesh’s captain, Liton Das, made the call to bowl first, aiming to take early […]

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21 h. ago Sugar millers demand deregulation to boost industry growth and exports

ISLAMABAD – The Pakistan Sugar Mills Association (PSMA) has strongly urged the federal government to deregulate the sugar sector, similar to how provinces have deregulated sugarcane. During its general body meeting on Sunday, PSMA emphasized that sugar is the second-largest industry after agriculture and deserves policy consistency to thrive. In a detailed statement, PSMA highlighted […]

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22 h. ago Bangladesh opt to bowl first against Pakistan in T20I series opener

DHAKA – Bangladesh skipper Litton Das has won the toss and opted to bowl first against Pakistan in the T20I

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