7 h. ago Field Marshal Asim Munir receives Azerbaijan’s highest military honour

RAWALPINDI: Field Marshal Asim Munir, Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, was awarded Azerbaijan’s prestigious Patriotic War Medal on Wednesday. Azerbaijan’s Defence Minister, Colonel General Karim Valiyev, presented the award during his visit to the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi. The medal was conferred on behalf of Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev. According to Inter-Services Public Relations […]

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20 h. ago SBP partners with Japan’s Soramitsu for digital currency rollout: report

In a major step towards digitisation, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is working with Soramitsu, a Japanese blockchain technology developer, to pilot a central bank digital currency (CBDC) in the country this year, reported Nikkei Asia on Tuesday. As per the report, the digital Pakistani rupee pilot will be run on Soramitsu’s CBDC platform […]

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23 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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37 h. ago India shall ‘let flow’ Western Rivers for Pakistan’s unrestricted use, Hague court serves blow to Delhi

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan has welcomed the Award rendered by the Court of Arbitration on the issues of General Interpretation of

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43 h. ago ATC acquits Qureshi in May 9 cases; convicts Dr Yasmin and others

An anti-terrorism court (ATC), which acquitted PTI’s Shah Mahmood Qureshi, awarded 10 years imprisonment each to PTI lawmakers, including former governor Umar Sarfraz Cheema, Dr Yasmin Rashid, Ijaz Chaudhry, Mian Mehmoodur Rasheed, in two different cases registered against them pertaining to May 9 riots. The ATC judge also awarded five years imprisonment each to Aliya […]

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68 h. ago CCPO orders systematic measures for security of foreign residents

A meeting was held under the chairmanship of the CCPO Lahore regarding the performance of Iqbal Town and Saddar divisions. The performance of both the divisions was reviewed in detail in the meeting. CCPO Lahore Bilal Siddique Kamyana on Sunday directed to take systematic measures for the security of Chinese and other foreign residents. He […]

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2 d. ago Nasir, Noor advance to squash semifinals at World Games 2025

Nasir Iqbal and Noor Zaman kept Pakistan’s medal hopes alive at the World Games 2025 as both secured spots in the plate event semifinals of squash in Chengdu, China on Saturday. Nasir crushed Romania’s Radu Pena 3-0 in quarterfinal in straight games (11-3, 11-3, 11-2) to storm into the plate semifinals. Nasir delivered a masterclass […]

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3 d. ago Series of consultative jirgas on law and order hosted by CM KP concludes

The series of regional consultative jirgas on law and order, hosted by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Khan Gandapur, has concluded on Saturday. The fourth and final jirga in this series was held on Saturday at the Chief Minister’s House in Peshawar, with a large turnout of tribal elders from Upper, Central, and Lower […]

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4 d. ago Kazakhstan ready to investment in construction of new trade corridors via China to CASs: Envoy

Yerzhan Kistafin meets Pakistan’s Communications Minister, says Kazakh President to visit Pakistan in November ISLAMABAD: Kazakhstan’s Ambassador to Pakistan H.E. Yerzhan Kistafin on Saturday expressed his country’s readiness to provide full investment for the construction of new trade corridors through China to Central Asian States (CASs), according to the Associated Press of Pakistan (APP). The […]

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4 d. ago Electricity Protected Category to cover up to 300 Units in Pakistan; full details here

ISLAMABAD – Another move to ease burden on struggling households, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif ordered high-level committee to overhaul the “protected

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4 d. ago Norwegian, Punjab police discuss tackling growing cybercrime, digital fraud

Norwegian police delegation meets Punjab IGP, agree on enhancing mutual cooperation LAHORE: The Punjab Police and Norwegian Police agreed on enhancing mutual cooperation in different sectors, including the capacity-building of Punjab Police in tackling the growing challenges of cybercrime and digital fraud, according to a statement issued from the Central Police Office. The consensus was […]

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4 d. ago Cricketer Haider Ali faces UK investigation, PCB imposes suspension

Pakistani cricketer Haider Ali is under investigation by Greater Manchester Police during Pakistan Shaheens’ tour of England. Police confirmed arresting a 24-year-old man on August 4, 2025, after receiving an assault report. The alleged incident took place on July 23, 2025, in Manchester. Authorities released the man on bail pending further investigation. Police said the […]

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5 d. ago Pakistan secures silver, two bronze medals at International Economics Olympiad in Baku

Five-member team represents country at global competition after national selection process ISLAMABAD: Competing against 68 countries, Pakistan earned three medals at the International Economics Olympiad (IEO) 2025 held from July 20 to 29 in Baku, Azerbaijan. Ameenah Babar won a silver medal while Sarim Haseeb and Zarar Tariq each secured a bronze. The Pakistani delegation […]

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5 d. ago Uzbekistan ambassador highlights achievements in bilateral trade, multi

Uzbekistan is now Pakistan’s largest trading partner in Central Asia which demonstrates deepening ties, steady upward bilateral trade and a

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6 d. ago Pakistani cricketer Haider Ali under Criminal Investigation in UK

LAHORE – Rising star Haider Ali has been provisionally suspended by Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) following the launch of a

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6 d. ago Interloop embarks on digital transformation journey with SAP Ariba

Interloop Limited, one of the world’s largest vertically integrated textile manufacturers and a leading garment exporter from Pakistan, continues to play a critical role in driving the country’s export growth. With an annual revenue exceeding USD 500 million, the company contributes significantly to Pakistan’s overall export earnings, reflecting the strength and potential of the textile […]

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7 d. ago PCB announces upgraded 2025–26 central contracts for 20 women cricketers

LAHORE -Sadia Iqbal, currently ranked at the top of ICC T20I bowling rankings, has been awarded a Category ‘A’ central

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7 d. ago Sadia Iqbal earns category ‘A’ as PCB awards central contracts

LAHORE – Sadia Iqbal, currently ranked at the top of ICC T20I bowling rankings, has been awarded a Category ‘A’

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7 d. ago Ahsan Iqbal highlights CPEC Phase II, space cooperation with China

Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal Chaudhary, declared that China-Pakistan bilateral ties have “soared beyond the skies”

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7 d. ago Pakistan partners with ZTE for nationwide digital skills training program

Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Tuesday announced a strategic partnership with Zhongxing Telecommunication Equipment Corporation (ZTE) to launch a nationwide digital skills training program for Pakistani youth. He made the announcement during his visit to ZTE headquarters on the occasion of its 40th anniversary according to press release […]

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