69 m. ago Int’l Maritime Conference ’25 opens in Karachi to explore Blue Economy potential

KARACHI: The International Maritime Conference (IMC-25) commenced at Karachi Expo Centre, held concurrently with the Pakistan International Maritime Expo and Conference (PIMEC-25). Organized under the auspices of Pakistan Navy in collaboration with the Ministry of Maritime Affairs, the conference brings together policymakers, naval professionals, industry leaders, and maritime experts from around the world to discuss […]

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2 h. ago Amin Mukaty: Pakistan’s Marathon Prodigy on the Global Stage

LAHORE: At just 23 years old, Karachi-based runner Amin Mukaty is rapidly cementing his place as one of Pakistan’s most promising long-distance athletes. Having recently clocked an astonishing 2:48:47 at the 129th Boston Marathon to become Pakistan’s fastest male finisher, Mukaty is now setting his sights on completing the Six World Marathon Majors and elevating […]

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4 h. ago Experts urge unified action on water, food and climate crises

Experts at the Pakistan Water Week 2025 conference warned that Pakistan cannot achieve sustainable resilience unless water, food, and climate challenges are addressed through a single, integrated policy framework. They stressed that tackling these issues separately weakens national preparedness and called for stronger collaboration among governments, scientists, and communities. The event, themed “From Scarcity to […]

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4 h. ago Indian Sikh pilgrims cross into Pakistan after conflict closure

Pakistan welcomed the first group of Indian Sikh pilgrims on Tuesday at the Wagah-Attari border, marking the first major crossing since deadly clashes between the two neighbours in May. More than 2,100 pilgrims were granted special visas to attend a 10-day celebration commemorating the 556th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak, the revered founder of Sikhism. […]

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4 h. ago Pakistan, Switzerland vow deeper cooperation in education and development

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Switzerland have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in education, vocational training, and sustainable development during a meeting on the sidelines of the 43rd UNESCO General Conference in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. State Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training Wajiha Qamar met Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis, where both sides discussed expanding collaboration […]

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4 h. ago Dar hails chromebook launch as breakthrough in digital Pakistan drive

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has termed the launch of Pakistan’s first Google Chromebook assembly line a “defining moment” in the country’s digital transformation, calling it a major milestone toward self-reliance in technology. Addressing the launch event titled Building the Digital Future, Together in Islamabad, he said that local production of Chromebooks would make digital […]

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5 h. ago Pakistan achieves historic success in maiden Pickleball World Cup appearance

Team Pakistan has concluded its first-ever appearance at the Pickleball World Cup 2025 in Florida, USA, from 27th Oct – 2nd Nov, with a stunning performance, securing three medals—one Gold, one Silver, and one Bronze—against a field of athletes from 68 competing nations. The phenomenal results showcase the emerging Pakistani talent, establishing the nation as […]

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5 h. ago Blue economy can unlock $100bn potential for Pakistan, says Aurangzeb

Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has called the blue economy a “game changer” for Pakistan’s growth. He said the maritime sector could generate $100 billion by 2047 if developed strategically. Speaking virtually at the Pakistan International Maritime Expo and Conference in Karachi, he stressed the need for policy continuity. He noted that the maritime sector […]

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6 h. ago LHC proposes Sunday shutdown to fight Lahore’s worsening smog

LAHORE – The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Tuesday proposed a complete shutdown of commercial activities every Sunday as part of a broader strategy to tackle the city’s worsening smog problem. During the hearing of petitions filed by citizen Haroon Farooq and others, Justice Shahid Karim also ordered the strict enforcement of the government’s notification […]

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6 h. ago Pakistan’s Sidra Nawaz named in ICC Women’s World Cup Team of the Tournament

DUBAI – The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday announced the Women’s Cricket World Cup Team of the Tournament, with Pakistan wicketkeeper Sidra Nawaz earning a place among the world’s best for her outstanding glovework. Sidra impressed throughout the competition, finishing with the most dismissals and four stumpings — two of which came in Pakistan’s […]

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7 h. ago Experts warn Pakistan’s resilience at risk without unified water, food and climate action

ISLAMABAD – Experts have warned that Pakistan cannot achieve real resilience unless water, food, and climate are tackled collectively rather than as separate sectors. They shared these views during the opening session of Pakistan Water Week 2025, which began in Islamabad on Tuesday. Themed “From Scarcity to Sustainability: Collaborative Pathways for Water, Food, and Climate […]

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7 h. ago Ishaq Dar inaugurates Pakistan’s first Google Chromebook assembly line

ISLAMABAD – Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar on Tuesday inaugurated Pakistan’s first Google Chromebook assembly line, calling it a “historic milestone” that will accelerate the country’s digital transformation and expand access to affordable technology. Speaking at the launch ceremony in Islamabad, Dar said the initiative marks a new chapter in Pakistan’s partnership with Google, paving […]

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7 h. ago US seeks UN approval for International Security Force in Gaza

WASHINGTON – The United States has submitted a draft resolution to the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) seeking approval for the establishment of an International Security Force (ISF) in Gaza with a two-year mandate, Axios reported on Tuesday. The proposed force, described by US officials as an “enforcement force” rather than a peacekeeping mission, would […]

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8 h. ago Finance Minister Aurangzeb says Pakistan’s economy in a ‘good spot’

KARACHI – Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said on Tuesday that Pakistan’s economy was in a “good spot”, crediting the country’s recent stability to improved macroeconomic indicators and “geopolitical tailwinds”. Speaking virtually at the Pakistan International Maritime Expo and Conference 2025 (PIMEC-25) in Karachi, Aurangzeb said the combination of economic recovery and strong international partnerships had […]

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8 h. ago Pakistan Army toughens stance ahead of Taliban talks in Istanbul

ISLAMABAD – The Pakistan Army on Monday took a firm position against the Afghan Taliban regime ahead of the upcoming round of talks in Istanbul, declaring that Pakistan’s sole and non-negotiable demand is an immediate end to terrorism originating from Afghan soil. “Pakistan has a one-point agenda: Afghan soil must not be used against us,” […]

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20 h. ago 27th constitutional amendment on the cards as PM seeks PPP’s support

PPP Chairperson Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari said on Monday that a PML-N delegation led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had visited him and President Asif Ali Zardari, seeking their support for the approval of a 27th Constitutional Amendment. Separately, the PPP also issued a similar statement that quoted Bilawal as saying that the proposal included setting up […]

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21 h. ago Faryal Talpur orders organisational structure of PPP women’s wing in KP

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Women’s Wing meeting was held under the chairmanship of the Central President of the Women’s Wing, Faryal Talpur, at Zardari House, Islamabad. Women office-bearers of the PPP Women’s Wing from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and women members of the assembly participated in the meeting chaired by Faryal Talpur. During the meeting, Faryal Talpur […]

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21 h. ago PPP submits resolution in PA seeking constitutional protection for LGs

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Parliamentary Leader Ahmad Kundi on,Monday submitted an important resolution in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly Secretariat seeking constitutional protection for the local government system in Pakistan. The resolution calls for an amendment to Article 140-A of the Constitution of Pakistan, recommending full political, administrative, and financial autonomy for local governments. According to […]

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22 h. ago Port Qasim to undergo overhaul to drive half of $100bn revenue target

Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry on Monday said that Port Qasim will undergo major modernisation to help generate at least half of Pakistan’s $100 billion revenue target, highlighting its expanding role as a key industrial and trade hub. Speaking as chief guest at a ceremony marking Port Qasim’s recognition as the […]

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23 h. ago Muslim nations condemn Israeli ceasefire violations, urge immediate withdrawal from Gaza

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and several other Muslim countries on Monday strongly condemned Israel’s violations of the fragile Gaza ceasefire and called for the immediate withdrawal of Israeli forces from the occupied Palestinian territory, according to the Foreign Office (FO). The ceasefire, signed on October 9 between Hamas and Israel, was part of a United States initiative […]

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