15 h. ago Govt approves sugar import of upto 500,000 tonnes to maintain ‘affordable prices’

The federal government on Tuesday approved the import of half a million tonnes of sugar in a bid to maintain affordable prices of the commodity. On Monday, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar had emphasised the need for a coordinated policy approach to ensure market stability for essential commodities and food items. He […]

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18 h. ago Govt clears four bidders for PIA sale in major privatisation push

The government of Pakistan has approved four key groups to move forward in the bidding process for the sale of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA). The move is part of a major plan to sell 51% to 100% shares of the debt-ridden airline. This sale aims to cut financial losses, attract investment, and fulfill targets under […]

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27 h. ago Pearl Jam drummer Matt Cameron bids farewell after 27 iconic years

Matt Cameron, the longtime drummer for rock band Pearl Jam, has officially announced his departure after nearly three decades with the group. The 62-year-old musician shared the news through a heartfelt social media post on Monday, expressing gratitude for the “fantastic years” he spent with the band since joining in 1998. Cameron didn’t reveal the […]

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27 h. ago Federal cabinet approves import of 500,000 tonnes of sugar to stabilise prices

ISLAMABAD: The federal cabinet has approved the import of 500,000 tonnes of sugar in a bid to stabilise rising prices

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31 h. ago Jam stresses importance of shifting export focus toward emerging international markets

TDAP board’s 12th meeting approves strategic export initiatives, restructuring plans   The 12th Board Meeting of the Trade Development Authority

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38 h. ago Pakistan looks beyond traditional markets as TDAP approves export expansion plan

The Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) on Monday approved a series of strategic initiatives aimed at boosting the country’s export competitiveness and diversifying market access during its 12th board meeting held in Islamabad. The meeting, chaired by Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan, was attended by senior government officials and members of the […]

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38 h. ago Aurangzeb chairs meeting on implementation of National Tariff Policy

Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb on Monday chaired a meeting of the Steering Committee for the implementation of the National Tariff Policy. The meeting was attended by Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan; Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik; Governor State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and senior officials from the Ministry of […]

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3 d. ago Japan pushes to avoid tariff hike as talks with U.S. intensify

Japan’s top tariff negotiator, Ryosei Akazawa, held detailed phone discussions with U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on Thursday and Saturday in a bid to ease trade tensions. The talks come just days before a 24% reciprocal tariff on Japanese imports is set to expire on July 9. The Japanese government emphasized its commitment to continue […]

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5 d. ago Brad Pitt reveals why Tom Cruise backed out of ‘Ford v Ferrari’

Brad Pitt has finally shared the reason why Tom Cruise stepped away from starring in the 2019 hit Ford v Ferrari, despite both actors initially being attached to the project. The film, which was eventually led by Christian Bale and Matt Damon, went on to become a major box office and critical success. In an […]

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5 d. ago Muhammad Masroor bids farewell as Pakistan’s fielding coach ahead of Asia cup

Pakistan’s fielding coach Muhammad Masroor has officially stepped down from his role, just weeks before the Asia Cup 2025. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chose not to renew his short-term contract, signalling a major reshuffle in the team’s coaching setup. Masroor announced his departure through a heartfelt post on LinkedIn, thanking players, fellow coaches, and […]

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5 d. ago Pakistan opens mining sector to US, China & Russia with equal bidding rights

In a major policy shift aimed at attracting global investment, Pakistan has invited companies from the United States, China, and Russia to bid for multibillion-dollar mining contracts, including the high-profile Reko Diq gold and copper project. The government is promoting an “open-handed policy” that ensures equal opportunity for all foreign investors, regardless of geopolitical alignments. […]

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5 d. ago Ashura 2025: Mobile phone services to be suspended on Muharram 9, 10

PESHAWAR – In a bid to ensure public safety and maintain order during the holy days of Ashura, authorities in

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5 d. ago 30 terrorists killed as Pakistan foils major border infiltration attempt

In a major success for Pakistan’s security forces, 30 Indian-sponsored terrorists were killed while attempting to infiltrate from the Afghanistan border. The infiltration bid took place in the general area of Hassan Khel, North Waziristan, during the nights of July 1st and 2nd. According to Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), troops responded with precise and […]

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5 d. ago Michael Madsen, Iconic ‘Kill Bill’ and ‘Reservoir Dogs’ Star, Dies at 67

Michael Madsen, the legendary actor best known for his roles in Kill Bill and Reservoir Dogs, has passed away at the age of 67. The actor was found unresponsive at his Malibu home early on Thursday morning, with Los Angeles County deputies responding to a 911 call. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Madsen’s […]

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5 d. ago Brad Pitt Opens Up About Getting Starstruck By Two women And It’s Neither Jennifer Nor Angelina

Brad Pitt, the iconic Hollywood actor, revealed that only two women have ever left him starstruck, and surprisingly, neither are his former wives, Jennifer Aniston or Angelina Jolie. During his appearance on the July 2 episode of the New Heights podcast with NFL stars Jason and Travis Kelce, the 61-year-old Oscar-winning actor opened up about […]

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7 d. ago King Charles confirms major Royal change in Move Towards Modernisation

King Charles has decided to decommission the Royal Train, which has served the Royal Family for decades, in a bid to modernize and streamline the monarchy’s operations. The decision comes as the King seeks to avoid the costly upgrades required to maintain the nine-carriage train on the modern railway network. Although the Royal Train will […]

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7 d. ago BISE Lahore issues update on marking centres ahead of matric results 2025

LAHORE – In a bid to maintain transparency and ensure the integrity of the evaluation process, the Board of Intermediate

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7 d. ago Former Indian captain MS Dhoni’s “captain cool” trademark officially approved

The trademark for the iconic phrase “Captain Cool,” associated with former Indian cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni, has been officially approved. The announcement came after the 120-day public objection period passed without any challenges, as reported by cricket website Cricinfo. This means Dhoni now holds exclusive rights to use “Captain Cool” in commercial ventures. Dhoni […]

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8 d. ago Senate slams NHA for corruption in Rs170bn CAREC project, demands fresh bidding

The Senate Standing Committee on Economic Affairs has exposed major irregularities in the Rs170 billion CAREC Tranche-III corridor project, accusing the National Highway Authority (NHA) of corruption and ghost tendering. The committee found that all four project contracts were awarded to a previously disqualified Chinese firm, Ningxia Communication Construction (NXCC), raising serious questions about transparency. […]

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8 d. ago When Javed Miandad’s iconic six spoiled Aamir Khan’s wedding day

  Bollywood star Aamir Khan recently shared a funny and nostalgic story about how Javed Miandad’s famous six ruined his wedding day. Aamir revealed that he secretly married Reena when he was just 21, as their families did not approve at the time. After their secret wedding, both families were busy watching a Pakistan-India cricket […]

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