1 hour ago Dairy Association urges GST reduction to restore nutrition access and industry stability

The Pakistan Dairy Association (PDA) has called on the federal government to urgently revise its taxation policy on milk, warning that the current 18% General Sales Tax (GST) on packaged dairy products is undermining both public nutrition and the formal dairy economy. Speaking at a media briefing in Lahore, PDA Chairman Usman Zaheer, CEO Dr. […]

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2 h. ago Pakistan goes electric: New EV policy aims to transform transport by 2030

ISLAMABAD — The Government of Pakistan has unveiled the National Electric Vehicle (NEV) Policy 2025–30, aiming to transform the country’s transport sector with clean, affordable, and energy-efficient mobility solutions. The policy sets a bold target: 30% of all new vehicles sold by 2030 will be electric. Addressing a press conference, Haroon Akhtar Khan, Special Assistant […]

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2 h. ago Meghan Markle and Prince Harry React to Queen Camilla’s Royal Ascot Moment

Royal Ascot, one of the UK’s most anticipated events, brought the royal family together to celebrate the arrival of summer at the Berkshire racecourse. King Charles III and Queen Camilla were at the forefront of the event, with their carriage marking the official start of the races. However, a small but memorable moment involving Queen […]

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5 h. ago State Bank of Pakistan’s foreign reserves increase by $46 million

KARACHI – Pakistan’s liquid foreign reserves stood at $17,004.5 million as of June 13, 2025. According to the data released

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8 h. ago PTA celebrates 200 million mobile users with free data and call package

ISLAMABAD – In a major announcement, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has revealed that the number of mobile phone users in the country has reached 200 million. To mark this achievement, PTA is offering free mobile data and call minutes to all users. According to PTA Chairman, every mobile user will receive 2 GB of […]

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12 h. ago CM Maryam launches more mobile clinics, vows free healthcare for all

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has reaffirmed her commitment to providing free medical treatment across the province, calling it her top priority. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony of the second phase of the Clinics on Wheels project, she emphasized that the government is determined to make healthcare easily accessible for everyone. She also inspected […]

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26 h. ago iPhone 16, 16 Pro Max New Prices in Pakistan & Revised PTA Tax for June 2025

Apple’s latest iPhone 16 series continues to rake in sales in Pakistan, with price of base model of iPhone 16

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33 h. ago William And Harry Take Tough Decision Against King Charles Amid Rising Tensions

As one of the most eagerly anticipated events of the year, Royal Ascot once again captured global attention. This year’s milestone—marking 200 years of tradition—saw King Charles III and Queen Camilla in the spotlight, leading the traditional carriage procession with style and elegance. However, it was the notable absence of Princes William and Harry that […]

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34 h. ago Govt approves Rs36 billion uplift package for KP’s merged districts

ISLAMABAD – The federal government has approved a major development package worth Rs35.97 billion for the merged districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), aiming to bring long-term progress and stability to the region. Approved by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the package is a key part of the government’s ongoing efforts to uplift areas that were once […]

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34 h. ago Pakistan begins action to block over 4.9 million mobile SIMs linked to expired CNICs

ISLAMABAD — The government of Pakistan has started the process of blocking more than 4.9 million mobile SIM cards issued against expired or invalid Computerized National Identity Cards (CNICs). The Ministry of Interior directed the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) to take action following recommendations from NADRA. According to officials, SIMs registered with canceled, expired, or […]

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51 h. ago Israeli forces open fire on Gaza aid seekers, killing 70 and injuring over 200

GAZA: Israeli forces have killed nearly 70 Palestinians and injured over 200 in a brutal attack on a crowd of civilians gathered for food aid in southern Gaza on Tuesday. The attack, which occurred along the main eastern road in the southern city of Khan Younis, marks the deadliest day in a series of ongoing […]

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54 h. ago Israeli shelling near aid center in Gaza kills 74, leaves 200 injured

GAZA — Israeli tanks opened fire on a crowd gathered near aid trucks in southern Gaza, killing at least 74 Palestinians and injuring over 200 others, medical sources confirmed on Tuesday. The attack occurred in Khan Younis, where desperate civilians were waiting for food amid severe hunger and ongoing humanitarian crisis. According to reports from […]

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54 h. ago Over 1,200 Pakistanis repatriated via Taftan border amid regional tensions

A total of 1,200 Pakistani citizens, including pilgrims, traders, and students, have safely returned from Iran through the Taftan border due to the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict. On Tuesday alone, 78 more individuals, including 47 students, were repatriated, bringing the total number to 1,200. According to Express News, 987 people were brought back over the past […]

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57 h. ago Israeli attack near Gaza aid site kills over 50, say rescuers

Israeli forces killed at least 50 people and injured more than 200 near an aid centre in southern Gaza on Tuesday. Gaza’s civil defence agency reported that the victims had gathered in Khan Yunis to receive flour at a charity distribution site. The situation turned deadly when gunfire and shelling hit the crowd. According to […]

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57 h. ago Israeli hacker group claims major cyberattack on Iranian bank Sepah

An Israeli-linked hacker group has claimed responsibility for a major cyberattack on Iran’s Bank Sepah, reportedly destroying all its data. The group, known as Gonjeshke Darandeh, posted about the attack on social media platform X. According to the Times of Israel, the hackers alleged that Bank Sepah was funding Iran’s ballistic missile program, military nuclear […]

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58 h. ago Pakistan’s current account records $103 million deficit in may despite strong yearly surplus

Pakistan’s current account posted a deficit of $103 million in May 2025, reversing the $47 million surplus seen in April, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Tuesday. This change mainly resulted from a rise in imports and a drop in exports. However, compared to May 2024, the current account […]

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3 d. ago Rs.200 Prize Bond Draw# 102, 16 June 2025 Full Winners List PDF Download

QUETTA – National Savings Division announced the results of Rs. 200 Prize Bond Draw No. 102, held in Quetta on

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3 d. ago Don’t Hire Pakistanis, They’ll Scam You.” The Reality of the West’s Favorite Outsourcing Myth

A phrase thrown casually across freelance hiring platforms, Reddit threads, and global startup forums is: “Don’t hire Pakistanis – they’ll scam you.” What was once a mere fringe view has now taken the form of a modern stereotype, a cultural bias reinforced by anecdotes that often lack data and are generalized to slander the impact […]

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3 d. ago End of an era: WhatsApp to start showing ads in status section

Meta has officially announced that advertisements will now become part of WhatsApp, ending the platform’s long-standing ad-free experience. The new change marks a major shift in how WhatsApp generates revenue. For now, ads will appear only in the Status section—similar to Instagram Stories. Users will see short ads in between viewing their contacts’ status updates. […]

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3 d. ago Trump mobile launches $499 smartphone with bold monthly plan and perks

NEW YORK — The Trump Organization has entered the telecom market by launching Trump Mobile, a new phone service and smartphone, in a bold business move announced on June 16. The highlight is the $499 “T1” smartphone, wrapped in a gold-colored metal case engraved with the American flag. Along with the phone, the company introduced […]

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