61 m. ago Trump plans september visit to Pakistan, media sources confirm

      Former U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to visit Pakistan in September, according to reports aired by two major local television news channels. The sources, familiar with the matter, said preparations are already underway for his high-profile visit. Though no official confirmation has come from Islamabad or Washington yet, the reports have […]

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81 m. ago Pakistan urges immediate fuel, food access for starving Gaza

Pakistan has strongly urged the global community to ensure the immediate supply of food and fuel to Gaza, where people continue to suffer from severe shortages. Speaking at a UN meeting on the Middle East, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, said that famine in Gaza must not be tolerated […]

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89 m. ago Pakistan, Kenya explore new avenues of collaboration in agriculture, trade

Minister for National Food Security and Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain on Wednesday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening agricultural ties with

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2 h. ago FBR income tax return 2025: Required documents for salaried, businessmen revealed

ISLAMABAD – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has set the deadline for taxpayers across Pakistan to submit their income

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2 h. ago Dubai honours Pakistani man over exemplary politeness, respectful behavior

DUBAI – A Pakistani taxi driver, Falak Niaz Khan, has been recognized by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) for

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3 h. ago ‘Eyes in the Skies’ – PAF contingent arrives in UK to participate in RIAT

RAWALPINDI – Contingent of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) comprising state-of-the-art JF-17 Thunder Block-III fighter aircraft and the C-130 Hercules

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3 h. ago Pakistan cricket team arrives in Bangladesh for upcoming T20I series

The Pakistan cricket team has arrived in Bangladesh for their upcoming three-match T20I series, with the second group of players and support staff landing on Wednesday. This marks the final step in the team’s preparations ahead of the series, which is set to begin on July 20, 2025. The second batch, consisting of eight players […]

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4 h. ago Canadian dollar strengthens against Pakistani rupee – 17 July 2025

LAHORE – The buying rate of Canadian has recorded an increase against Pakistani rupee in open market where it stood

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4 h. ago Passenger bus attack leaves 3 dead; army major martyred in IBO

A deadly attack targeted a passenger coach travelling from Karachi to Quetta near Niemurgh Cross in Kalat district, Balochistan, leaving at least three passengers dead and seven others injured, according to local police sources. Confirming the incident, spokesperson Shahid Rind stated that the injured had been shifted to the District Headquarters (DHQ) Hospital in Kalat. […]

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4 h. ago Iran’s envoy widely respected, says FO after FBI puts him on most

Pakistan has defended the Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, following his inclusion in the US Federal Bureau of Investigation’s “most wanted” list over his alleged involvement in the 2007 disappearance of former FBI agent Robert Levinson. Foreign Office spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan, in a statement on Wednesday, said that Ambassador Moghadam is viewed […]

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4 h. ago Dirham stages recovery against Pakistani rupee – 17 July 2025

KARACHI – The buying rate of UAE Dirham (AED) registered significant recovery against Pakistani rupee in open market where it

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4 h. ago Pakistan rupee slides as Saudi Riyal sees gains – 17 July 2025

KARACHI – The buying rate of Saudi Riyal registered upward trend against Pakistani rupee in open market on Thursday as

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4 h. ago PN Command, Staff conference concludes at Naval Headquarters

The Command & Staff Conference of Pakistan Navy concluded at Naval Headquarters, Islamabad. The conference was chaired by Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Naveed Ashraf. During the conference, Chief of the Naval Chief underscored the importance of maintaining perpetual combat readiness to effectively counter both traditional and non-traditional threats in the maritime domain. He […]

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5 h. ago Sindh CM okays Rs100m for hosting Asia Cup Wheelchair Cricket Tournament

Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has announced a Rs. 100 million grant for the Asia Cup Wheelchair Cricket Tournament, an annual grant of Rs. 15 million for the Pakistan Wheelchair Cricket Council (PWCC), and a dedicated customised coaster (minibus) for the national wheelchair cricket team. He announced this while meeting with the two-time […]

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5 h. ago Go cashless in cattle markets campaign: SBP hosts award ceremony

The State Bank of Pakistan, Banking Services Corporation (SBP BSC), hosted an award ceremony on Wednesday, in Karachi to honor high-performing banks for their outstanding contributions to the Go Cashless in Cattle Markets Campaign 2025. Managing Director of SBP Banking Services Corporation, Maraj Mahmood while addressing the ceremony, appreciated the efforts of the participating banks […]

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5 h. ago SECP releases white paper on transitioning to new pension scheme

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has published a White Paper following the National Workshop on Transitioning to a Defined Contribution (DC) Pension Scheme. The workshop convened senior representatives from federal and provincial governments, the insurance and pension fund industries, and international development partners to discuss the shift from Pakistan’s fiscally unsustainable Defined […]

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5 h. ago Pakistan, Kenya explore new avenues of trade, agriculture collaboration

Minister for National Food Security and Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain on Wednesday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening agricultural ties with Kenya, besides enhancing cooperation in other sector of the economy for promoting bilateral relations between both the countries. The minister held an important meeting with Lt. Gen. (Rtd.) Peter Mbogo Njiru, High Commissioner of Kenya […]

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14 h. ago These Bank Branches in Pakistan are Open 7 Days a Week; Full List here

KARACHI – Weekend is off for almost all banks, but not anymore as Pakistanis can now access banking services on

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14 h. ago Ministries’ performance to be evaluated every two months following determination of key indicators: PM

Premier Shehbaz emphasizes enhancing ministries’ performance is ultimately about services delivery Expresses satisfaction over the stock market touching record levels this week, saying development reflected positive business sentiment Cabinet approves a 15pc increase in EOBI pension, effective from Jan 1, 2025   ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Wednesday that the performance of ministries […]

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14 h. ago PM lauds best possible arrangements during Muharram, ongoing rains

Premier Shehbaz expresses sorrow over loss of lives due to heavy rainfall in various parts of the country, specifically the tragic Swat Expresses satisfaction over the recent positive trends in macroeconomic indicators ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday commended the efforts of all provincial governments, the federal administration, as well as authorities in Azad […]

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