93 m. ago Special Savings Certificates: Rs5,300 profit announced on Rs100,000 investment

ISLAMABAD – The Central Directorate of National Savings has slashed the profit rates on Special Savings Certificates with effect from

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96 m. ago Nadeem Baig urges drama industry to avoid violent content after Sana Yousuf’s murder

Famous director Nadeem Baig has reacted strongly to the tragic murder of TikToker Sana Yousuf, calling it a warning sign for Pakistan’s drama industry. He emphasized that violent scenes should not be shown on television as they can negatively influence society. In a recent interview with Maliha Rehman, Nadeem Baig discussed various topics, including his […]

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2 h. ago US stresses stronger economic ties with Pakistan, highlights mineral sector opportunities

WASHINGTON – The United States has once again emphasized the importance of strengthening economic cooperation with Pakistan, with a special focus on the country’s emerging critical minerals sector. Mary Bishoping, the Trump administration’s point person for South and Central Asia, made these remarks during her address at the annual Pakistan Mango Festival, held at the […]

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6 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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11 h. ago Federal Ombudsman holds outreach complaint hearing in Khairpur

The Federal Ombudsman Secretariat Regional Office Sukkur, under the directives of Federal Ombudsman Aijaz Ahmad Qureshi held an outreach complaint hearing at Circuit House Khairpur on Thursday. Over 150 complainants attended the hearing and 160 cases were heard, with more than 100 complaints resolved and over Rs. 10 million in benefits provided to the people. […]

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13 h. ago IT minister, Meta delegation discuss AI, digital cooperation

Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication, Shaza Fatima Khawaja on Thursday discussed advancing digitization in Pakistan, exploring the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI), enhancing cooperation in public sector innovation and capacity-building. During a meeting with a high-level delegation from Meta, led by Sarim Aziz, Director of South and Central Asia Public Policy, the minister […]

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14 h. ago PM directs overhaul of farm lending, sets focus on easy loans for farmers

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday instructed the relevant authorities to develop a comprehensive strategy for sustainable agricultural reforms, working in coordination with the provinces to significantly boost production and reduce input costs. During a review meeting on agricultural development, the premier emphasized that the reform process would start with the provision of easy […]

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15 h. ago India escalating proxy war after ‘manifest defeat’ in direct aggression: COAS Munir

Field Marshal Munir says invoking third parties in what is unmistakably a bilateral military confrontation reflects a disingenuous attempt at bloc politics Army top brass at 271st CCC also conducts holistic review of prevailing internal and external security dynamics, with particular emphasis on recent developments in ME, Iran COAS shares insights from recent diplomatic engagements, […]

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16 h. ago SHC nullifies prison sentence of filmmaker Jami, grants him bail

A local court had sentenced the film producer, writer, and director to two years in prison in a defamation case KARACHI: The Sindh High Court granted bail on Thursday to film producer, writer, and director Jamshed Mahmood, also known as Jami, and declared the two-year imprisonment sentence handed to him by a local court void. […]

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16 h. ago Neither President Zardari being removed nor COAS aspiring to become president: Naqvi

Security Czar says, ‘Fully aware of who is behind the malicious campaign targeting the president, PM, and the COAS’ The sole focus of the COAS is the strength and stability of Pakistan, nothing else: Interior Minister   ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Naqvi on Thursday made it “crystal clear that neither President Asif Ali Zardari […]

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17 h. ago CM Maryam orders urgent preventive measures amid urban flooding threat

Punjab CM directs Wasa officials to reach field, implement SOPs issued by PDMA LAHORE: In response to ongoing torrential rains across Punjab, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Thursday alerted all departments to adopt all-out measures to prevent urban flooding and ensure public safety. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department, on average, Lahore received 136 mm […]

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21 h. ago Gauhar Malik, ILO Country Director mull strengthening cooperation on Labor, Media initiatives

ISLAMABAD – Country Director for Pakistan at the International Labour Organization (ILO) Mr. Geir T. Tonstol paid courtesy visit to

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22 h. ago PMD issues high alert as heavy monsoon rains set to lash Pakistan

ISLAMABAD – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted intense monsoon rains across various parts of the country, beginning tonight and continuing through July 10, prompting high-alert warnings for floods and landslides. The PMD forecasts heavy to very heavy rainfall in Islamabad, Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, northeast Balochistan, Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan. Authorities are warning of flash […]

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23 h. ago Kashmir Is lifeline of Pakistan, says ISPR DG during visit to AJK university

MUZAFFARABAD – Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, emphasized the inseparable bond between Pakistan and Kashmir during a visit to the University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday. The students and faculty warmly welcomed the ISPR chief in traditional Kashmiri style. A special Q&A session was organized where […]

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23 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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24 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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29 h. ago CDA all set for auction of major commercial plots on July 15

The Capital Development Authority (CDA) is all set to hold a major open auction of commercial plots from July 15

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39 h. ago PM for sustainable agricultural reforms strategy in collaboration with provinces

Premier Shehbaz says agri reforms would commence with provision of easy loans, directing urgent reforms in ZTBL for transparent provision of easy loans to farmers Stresses agricultural development would primarily benefit farmers and rural areas, emphasizing collaboration among experts Reiterates government’s commitment to enhanced focus on reforming livestock sector alongside agricultural commodities ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister […]

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41 h. ago Saudi Arabia to allow property ownership for foreigners in 2026

In a historic move, Saudi Arabia has announced that foreigners will be allowed to purchase real estate in specific areas of the country for the first time. This new policy, set to come into effect in January 2026, marks a significant shift in the Kingdom’s long-standing restrictions on foreign ownership. Previously, non-Saudi individuals were not […]

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45 h. ago Glacier melting and reduced snowfall threaten water crisis in Gilgit

The Environmental Protection Department of Gilgit-Baltistan has warned about a severe water crisis in the region caused by reduced snowfall and rapidly melting glaciers due to climate change. Khadem Hussain, Director of the department, spoke about the rising temperatures and massive floods affecting the area. He explained that both external and internal factors contribute to […]

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