4 h. ago PTI leader Ejaz Chaudhry hospitalised due to deteriorating kidney infection

LAHORE: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Ejaz Chaudhry, who is currently incarcerated, was admitted to the Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute in Lahore on Wednesday after his health worsened due to a severe kidney infection. His lawyer, Rana Mudassar, confirmed the hospitalization, stating that Chaudhry was undergoing multiple tests to address his health issues, including seven […]

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4 h. ago PTI Senator Ejaz Chaudhry’s health worsens, transferred to hospital

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Senator Ejaz Chaudhry’s health worsened while in Kot Lakhpat Jail. Authorities transferred him to Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute (PKLI) for urgent medical tests. His lawyer, Rana Mudassir, said Chaudhry suffers severe kidney infection and has seven stones in his kidneys. Despite treatment in jail, his condition didn’t improve, and he lost […]

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18 h. ago First Lady calls for united action to ward off breast cancer

First Lady Aseefa Bhutto Zardari Tuesday called for united action involving government institutions, health professionals, media, and communities to raise awareness to combat breast cancer, the most common cancer among women in Pakistan and the highest in prevalence in Asia. She made these remarks during a meeting with Founder and Honourary CEO of Pink Ribbon […]

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22 h. ago Ataullah Tarar: Pakistan’s war hero nominated for prestigious award

Pakistan has nominated two prominent officials for the Sitara-i-Imtiaz award. The award recognizes their efforts during the India-Pakistan war. Federal Minister for Information, Ataullah Tarar, and Press Information Officer Mubashir Hassan received the nominations. Their work helped Pakistan share its story with the world during the conflict. This recognition highlights their dedication and effective communication […]

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32 h. ago Pakistan’s airspace ban pushes Air India to suspend Washington flights

NEW DELHI – Air India has suspended its flight services between Delhi and Washington DC, effective September 1, 2025, due

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69 h. ago Business community hails proposal to revive sick industrial units, urge reforms

The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry’s (FPCCI) Businessmen Panel (BMP) Chairman Mian Anjum Nisar has welcomed the government’s proposal to introduce a credit scheme for the revival of sick industrial units but cautioned that without practical, on-ground reforms, such initiatives will remain confined to paperwork. He urged the government to link the […]

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3 d. ago Pakistani, Saudi universities build advanced VTOL surveillance drone

Two Pakistani universities and one Saudi institution have successfully designed, developed, and tested a hybrid autopilot Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) drone, marking a major milestone in regional drone technology for surveillance purposes. The project was a joint effort between King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), Saudi National Textile Arabia University Faisalabad, and […]

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5 d. ago Sindh announces holiday for schools and colleges on August 15

The Sindh government has declared a public holiday for all educational institutions on August 15. Both public and private schools and colleges across the province will remain closed. The holiday is in observance of Chehlum of Imam Hussain (RA), which falls on 20th Safar 1447 Hijri. According to a notification from the Sindh Education Department, […]

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5 d. ago 426 arrested, massive drug haul near educational institutions

The Interior and Anti-Narcotics Minister informed the National Assembly that 426 people were arrested for selling drugs in and around educational institutions during 269 targeted operations across the country. Authorities also seized 1,425 kilograms of various narcotics during these raids. The operations were part of a broader crackdown to combat the rising menace of drug […]

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5 d. ago Pakistan’s financial sector moves forward in cybersecurity capacity

KARACHI – In a bid to strengthen cybersecurity resilience across Pakistan’s financial and fintech sectors, the National Institute of Banking

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5 d. ago Pensioners retiring after July 2025 to get 7pc hike plus earlier increments

ISLAMABAD – Pakistani government confirmed a 7percent increase in pensions for federal government employees, effective from July 1, 2025. According

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5 d. ago GSMA warns Pakistan: digital barriers threaten investment growth

The Global System for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA) has warned that barriers to digital progress and lack of reforms in Pakistan could put future investments at risk. Despite Pakistan’s potential and strong vision for a “Digital Pakistan,” GSMA said delays in telecom policy reforms may cause the country to fall behind regional peers. This hesitation […]

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5 d. ago Students in Karachi develop innovative ablution water recycling system

KARACHI: In a groundbreaking achievement, students from the Aligarh Institute of Technology (AIT) have created a water recycling system designed specifically for ablution (wuzu), marking a significant step towards water conservation and addressing Pakistan’s environmental challenges. The project, named “Nahr Al Khair” (River of Goodness), has been installed at Jamia Masjid Ali in the Buffer […]

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6 d. ago FBR rolls out new mechanism to deduct ST on online purchases

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has rolled out a new mechanism to deduct sales tax on online purchases, aiming to tighten the noose on e-commerce transactions and ensure better compliance. According to a notification issued by the FBR, amendments have been made to the Sales Tax Rules, 2006, by introducing a new chapter that […]

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6 d. ago Mobile Internet blackout across Balochistan amid rising security threats

QUETTA – Mobile internet services have been suspended in parts of Balochistan, including provincial capital Quetta, as authorities implement stern

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7 d. ago Relief for Businesses as FBR restricts arrests to fake invoice cases only

ISLAMABAD — Sigh of relief for the business community as the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) officially made changes to

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7 d. ago PM for end to institutional ‘hurdles, bottlenecks’ to effectively implement FBR reforms

Premier Shehbaz directs use modern technology in customs clearance reform agenda to minimize time required for institutional procedures Stresses to devise a strategy to increase tax-to-GDP ratio through consultation among FBR, relevant federal institutions, and the provinces Set timelines for FBR’s tax collection and other reform targets for the next fiscal year will not be […]

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7 d. ago Hearing impaired youth launch sign language podcast to address health, rights, and empowerment

LAHORE: In a groundbreaking initiative, deaf youth in Lahore have launched a podcast entirely in Pakistani Sign Language (PSL), focusing on important issues such as health, rights, and empowerment. The six-episode series, produced by the Institute for Social and Youth Development (ISYD) in collaboration with Y-PEER Pakistan, Disabilities2030, and other partners, features youth with hearing […]

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8 d. ago PM Shehbaz hails FBR reforms as key to rising tax collection

ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed satisfaction over the rise in tax collection due to reforms in the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). Chairing a weekly review meeting on FBR reforms, the PM said that the improvement in the tax-to-GDP ratio is encouraging. He pledged full support to the reform efforts and said both the […]

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8 d. ago Unheard Voices of IIOJK 6 years of struggle after Article 370

The Institute of Regional Studies (IRS), Islamabad, hosted a high-level seminar titled “Unheard Voices of IIOJK: Six Years of Struggle

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